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Well, it depends on the type of tree and its age. Summer pruning is mainly for trained trees: cordons, espalier, fan, pyramid, or spindlebush, or if your space is restricted and it is grown in a container.
This Red Falstaff tree benefits from summer pruning.
Trees grown as standards or bushes are managed with winter pruning.
The time to summer prune is when the bottom third of the new shoots is stiff and woody.
In North East England, that’s generally August for pears and the beginning of September for apples.
Summer pruning is to cut back new shoots to allow light to reach the fruit.
Autumn-fruiting raspberries.
Winter pruning is mainly for apples and pears grown as bush or standards. Restricted forms are managed with summer pruning, although winter pruning is used to train them initially.
Apple and pear trees should be pruned every winter to ensure a good crop the following season. The aim is to create an open goblet shape with a framework of about five main branches.
How to summer prune:
Cut back new shoots (laterals) more than 20cm (8in) long growing from the main stem to three leaves above the basal cluster of leaves. Do not prune new shoots that are less than 20cm (8in) long as they usually end in fruit buds.
Cut back new shoots growing from existing sideshoots (sub-laterals) to one leaf above the basal cluster.
Remove any upright, vigorous growth completely and any stems that are diseased or dead.
JOBS FOR THE WEEKEND
Keep picking autumn-fruiting raspberries and prune out fruited canes on summer-cropping varieties.
Put grease bands on fruit trees to catch wingless winter moths.
Plant out rooted strawberry runners and pot some up to bring into the greenhouse later in winter for early fruits.
Vegetables to sow now include lettuces, spinach, land cress, purslane, beetroot, radishes, coriander, spring onions, calabrese, spring greens, turnips for their green tops, Swiss chard, winter spinach and hardy Japanese onions.
Sow hardy annuals to provide early spring blooms - pull up hardy annual plants if you don’t want them to set seed everywhere.
Harvest cucumbers regularly to promote further flower development.
Stop watering begonias and gloxinias so they die down after flowering.
Start watering dormant cyclamen to bring them back into growth after their summer rest.
Catch earwigs in upturned pots crammed with newspaper or straw on canes among dahlias, and destroy any you find.
Prune pyracantha and train shoots to supports.
Prepare soil to plant evergreen shrubs and conifers by digging it over and incorporating lots of organic matter.
Prune lavender to maintain its shape, and take lavender cuttings by pulling off sideshoots and inserting them in trays of gritty compost.
Prune rambling roses, removing shoots that have finished flowering.
Plant conifers, shrubs and hedging.
Remove suckers from roses, shrubs and around the base of trees.
Trim box topiary and hedging
Improve soil ready for sowing a lawn from seed during showery autumn weather.
Hoe and hand weed borders.
Pinch out the tips of wallflowers to promote bushier growth.
GET IN TOUCH
For more on these topics, plus cook what you grow, traditional recipes, North East information, environmental news and more, log on to www.mandycanudigit.co.uk (now smartphone friendly), www.sunderlandecho.com/gardening, follow me on Twitter @MandyCanUDigIt or you can like me on Facebook at Mandycanudigit | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/lifestyle-etc/home-and-garden/gardening-the-best-time-to-prune-those-fruit-trees-1-8090387 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/9f2037088aeb041ad927d516cfd7f642a039b3f9837c45d97d46bb9f58cb8c26.json |
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The 33-year-old – who went to Euro 2016 with the Republic of Ireland – is at St James's Park today for the game against Brighton ahead of a proposed £3.5million move.
Murphy, a proven goalscorer at Championship level, was left out of the Ipswich squad for this afternoon's home game against Preston North End.
And after the Tractor Boys had won 1-0, McCarthy said: "It's disappointing to lose Daryl but I can understand his reasons for wanting to go to Newcastle and we wish him well.
"Murph has been great for me over the past few years but it's a good deal all round. I didn't want to keep an unhappy player."
Rafa Benitez wants another experienced, physical striker to provide back-up to Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Meanwhile, the Gazette understands that Palermo left-back Achraf Lazaar is due on Tyneside for a medical. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/daryl-murphy-to-newcastle-ipswich-boss-mick-mccarthy-confirms-signing-1-8092605 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/2cf9f20820270a7c36c64f0ad9da416ceaf30ce476841aacd3d703491e5dffc0.json |
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Meg had previously revealed how Robert, a petty officer stoker, has been aboard HMS Hampshire when she was assigned to the Grand Fleet in 1915.
The following year, she was part of the 2nd Cruiser Squadron, present at the Battle of Jutland, on May 31, 1916, although she did not engage the enemy.
“Immediately after the battle she was ordered to carry Lord Kitchener and his staff from Scapa Flow, in the Orkneys, to Archangel, on a diplomatic mission to the Russians,” reveals Meg.
“On June 6, 1916, the weather in the Orkneys was bad, gale force winds were blowing, so it was decided the Hampshire would sail through the Pentland Firth, to shelter from the worst effects of the wind. As she met with her escort vessels, the destroyers Unity and Victor at 5.45pm, the gale became stronger and the wind changed direction, so that the convoy were heading directly into it.
“The escort ships were unable to keep up with the Hampshire and some two hours later, the Hampshire was between The Brough of Birsay and Marwick Head, off Orkney mainland, when she struck a mine, and an explosion ripped through the ship, causing her to heel to starboard.
“The explosion holed the cruiser between the bows and the bridge, and the lifeboats were smashed against her side by the heavy seas as the crew attempted to lower them. About 15 minutes later, the Hampshire sank by the bows, with the loss of 655 crew and seven passengers, including Petty Officer Robert Brotherton Black and Lord Kitchener, Secretary of State for War. Only 12 crew managed to reach safety.
Robert’s body was not recovered for burial.
“A small piece in the Sunderland Echo of June 12, 1916, gives details of an official notice and letter that his widow, Ethel, would have received.”
Ethel and Robert had no children, and Ethel did not remarry.
“I remember her 35 years later, living in Priory Grove, Sunderland. She was great friends with my grandmother, and they visited each other regularly. In fact, my grandmother stayed with her for several weeks while our house, in Brookland Road, was repaired after suffering bomb damage in World War II.”
Ethel died in 1978, aged 88.
“As a child, I remember the adults talking about the Battle of Jutland. I took little notice except to look it up in my atlas. Over 50 years later, what they were saying finally made sense to me as I discovered my great uncle’s naval career and sad end.”
Two other local men, says Meg, were lost in the same disaster.
Meanwhile, following an appeal by Alex Close for information relating to his great great grandfather James Morgan, who died on the first day of the Somme, Pamela Siegel and Joyce Plusnet have been in touch to say they have some information which may help with Alex’s research.
If Alex would kindly get in touch with me, I will pass on the contact details.
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Defender Achraf Lazaar became the club’s 11th summer signing yesterday when he signed a five-year deal at St James’s Park.
Experienced Republic of Ireland striker Daryl Murphy also joined from Ipswich Town over the weekend.
United manager Rafa Benitez is still looking to sign a winger – Chelsea’s Christian Atsu is one target – before Wednesday night’s transfer deadline.
The acquisitions followed Saturday’s 2-0 Championship win over Brighton and Hove Albion at St James’s Park.
Speaking after the game, Benitez said: “Now I am a little bit happier, but if we sign what we want and we can do the business that we want to do, then I will be happier.”
Newcastle are set sell midfielder Cheick Tiote, who is in Turkey for talks with Galatasaray.
The club are set to bank £1.5million from the sale of the 30-year-old, who is in the final year of his contract and does not feature in Benitez’s plans.
Murphy – who had a five-year spell at Sunderland earlier in this career – will offer Benitez another option up front.
The 33-year-old Republic of Ireland international has signed a two-year deal at the club.
“I’m absolutely delighted to get it over the line and really looking forward to it,” said Murphy.
“When I knew the club was interested, it was a no-brainer for me so I’m happy it’s all done.
“I think with the squad of players that the club have now, there’s no reason why we shouldn’t be there or thereabouts come the end of the season.”
Benitez wanted a powerful striker to compete with Aleksandar Mitrovic up front.
“Daryl has experience and has proven that he can score goals in the Championship,” he said.
“He gives us another option in attack and we could see from this weekend’s game against Brighton that we needed more bodies up front.
“Daryl has a good attitude and he can be very important for us this season.”
Lazaar, 24, will compete with Paul Dummett for a place at left-back.
“I am very happy to be at Newcastle United,” said Lazaar. “I’m proud to sign here because Newcastle is a great team in England.”
Benitez said: “Achraf is a good, young player with international experience who has grown his game in Italy.
“He gives us width on the left, has a good left foot and will add great competition to the squad.”
Meanwhile, Newcastle’s third-round EFL Cup tie against Wolverhampton Wanderers at St James’s Park will be played on Tuesday, September 20 (7.45pm kick-off). | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/rafa-benitez-on-his-hopes-for-more-late-transfer-business-at-newcastle-1-8093650 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/0a2d0946d3d63f414a35607f17495181a3d63e60f170ae9f87c7ca570b0c9403.json |
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Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird QC and Chief Constable Steve Ashman are paving the way for more than 600 recruits to join the force over the next three years so they can deliver the best possible service to the North East.
Northumbria is the sixth biggest force in the country and serves more than 1.5 million people across both urban and rural communities.
There are 200 different roles open to officers at the Force including work on patrol, on our roads and in some of our more specialist roles like dog handling, or working with police horses . There will also be a number of opportunities for new police staff and police volunteers.
Ms Baird QC, said: "Now is a fantastic time to join Northumbria Police - the force is full of ambition to be the very best it can be and it’s important that we find talent from all backgrounds to help bring these ambitions to life and become even stronger.
“Crime has changed over the years and our officers demonstrate a range of skills, specialisms and experience in areas ranging from our much valued neighbourhood policing teams to the newer, fast-developing cyber-crime unit.
“There really are more opportunities than ever before. I look forward to welcoming new recruits who will bring yet more talent and diversity to our excellent police force and help deliver the best possible policing service that the people of Northumbria expect and deserve.”
Chief Constable Ashman said this wave of recruitment was one of the most significant campaigns in the recent history of Northumbria Police.
He said: "Deciding to become a police officer is a great career choice. It is a unique job which allows recruits the opportunity to serve our local communities and really make a difference to people’s lives. It is a career which provides fantastic options which means you can later specialise and choose to become a detective, work in motor patrols or become a firearms officer.
“Northumbria Police are rightly proud to be one of the best forces in the country and we are looking to recruit talented people from all backgrounds to be the difference in our communities.”
PC Mohammed Khan has been a police officer for 13 years and has encouraged others thinking of joining the police to apply to Northumbria.
He was a teenager working in the catering industry before he applied to the police and said joining the Force has given him more opportunities than he could ever have dreamed of.
PC Khan said: "When I applied to be a police officer I was 19-years-old and I was ready to grow up in all honesty.
"It was exactly what I needed at the time and becoming a police officer was the best decision I ever made.
"You can get so much satisfaction from something as simple as returning somebody's mobile phone or goods that were stolen during a burglary.
"And I'm a person who was unsure of what my future looked like as a teenager fresh out of school.
"Through this job I had the opportunity to further my education and have recently achieved a Masters degree qualification. I would not have been able to do that if I hadn't joined the police.
"That is just my story but there is so much more you can achieve if you join the police and I am excited to be a part of that.
"This job has always kept me on my toes - it has good benefits, it offers great career opportunities and it is really rewarding. It's your chance to really be the difference."
The force will be holding pop-up events across the Northumbria Police force area where potential recruits will be given the chance to find out more information and ask questions about the careers that it offers.
From the applications submitted successful candidates will be enrolled into Northumbria’s training school in Newcastle before starting their two year probationary period.
To find out more information about the different roles you can apply for in the police click here
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It’s been revealed which locations in South Tyneside will host giant dog sculptures for the Great North Snowdogs Trail.
DFDS's Snowdog Skipper
In total 60 Snowdogs will be installed across Tyne and Wear from September 19 - November 29 for the region’s largest ever arts trail, with four dogs, each measuring 1.5m, putting their best paw forward on South Shields.
Each Snowdog, based on the character from the Raymond Briggs story, The Snowman and the Snowdog, is being individually decorated by an artist and has been given its own name.
South Marine Park will be taking the lead with two Snowdog sculptures, with dogs also in place at the Groyne and The Customs House.
Highlights across the region also include Skipper at Tynemouth Castle, who’s been sponsored by DFDS.
There will also be a pack of 95 smaller Snowdogs painted by the region’s school children forming part of the trail, which is raising funds for St Oswald’s Children’s Hospice.
An app will be available which will unlock special offers as you go, available at www.greatnorthsnowdogs.co.uk
For those wanting to see all of South Tyneside’s four-legged friends take a look at the list below so you don’t go home with your tail between your legs.
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Location: Groyne
Artist: Emma Woolston
Sponsor: Barbour
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Location: South Marine Park
Artist: Sarah-Jane Richards
Sponsor: Barbour
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Location: South Marine Park
Artist: anonymous
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Location: The Customs House
Artist: Mandii Pope
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The 4x4 stopped on the northbound carriageway, just after Seaham, at around midnight after smoke began to filter into the car.
Firefighters from Peterlee and a crew from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene, and found the fire had taken hold of the vehicle.
The fire was put out using hose reels, with one lane of the road closed off while the area was cleared.
The driver of the car, who is from South Shields, was not injured in the incident. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/car-fire-on-a19-as-4x4-fills-with-smoke-1-8090174 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d012bf7f7be81459726b8dbc49ee153906037e61298151fae298daa34821236d.json |
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Sylvie says: “Anti-German riots took place throughout England, including Tyneside.
Seitz butcher's shop. Picture courtesy of South Tyneside Libraries.
“Most rioting occurred on the night of Saturday, May 15, 1915.
“German-born residents’ naturalisation and level of integration were not taken into account by the rioters.
“Frederick Keith and brothers John George and John Frederick Fischer were all naturalised German butchers living in South Shields.
“They, along with Gustav Friedrich Seitz, a non-naturalised German, with premises in the Market Place, became targets of rioting.
“According to local newspaper reports, crowds gathered in the late evening in the Market Place, then spread out into adjoining streets, including John Clay Street, Frederick Street, and Westoe Road – the location of Keith’s, J.G. Fischer’s and J.F. Fischer’s premises.
“Police witness statements emphasised that only women and children were present, and that the authorities remained in control of the situation throughout.”
She said P.C. Charles Thom stated explicitly that “no attempt was made to rush the shop” owned by J.G. Fischer, while Pc George Bell and Special Constable Stanley Clay agreed that there were no men and no disorder outside Keith’s shop.
“Despite these assertions, there is clear evidence pointing to the contrary, in the form of a list of 11 men charged with offences, including obstructing the police, unlawful assembly, and riotous behaviour, which appeared in the Shields Gazette two days after the events.
“It is apparent that the police were reluctant to admit to the real scale of the unrest, probably to cover up their lack of intervention in some cases.
“This worked in the council’s favour, allowing the authorities to dismiss the victims’ claims for compensation under the Riot (Damages) Act on the grounds that May 15 did not amount to a riot, since in most cases ‘the damage was done by boys in a spirit of wanton mischief’.”
Those who were arrested, continues Sylvie, faced charges related to their conduct towards the police, not to the damage done to property.
As a consequence, the government introduced tougher anti-German restrictions which endorsed the mass internment of enemy aliens.
“The accounts of the riots which appeared in local newspapers were likely to have been exaggerated somewhat, particularly in terms of the numbers of people said to have been involved,” explains Sylvie, who is executive director and project management co-ordinator of the Newcastle-based Northern Cultural Projects CIC.
“The Shields Gazette claimed that 7,000 people had gathered in the Market Place, while the Illustrated Chronicle put this figure at 10,000.
“It should be pointed out that the mostly-silent majority was not swept up by this wave of anti-German feeling. Those who were bold enough wrote to newspapers in support of the German residents of Britain.
“The Shields Gazette received letters professing a similar sentiment, with one such writer expressing their praise for the local German community for their ‘humane and generous offer’ of allowing the German Sailors’ Home to be taken over by the St John Ambulance for the treatment of wounded soldiers, stressing that ‘they are individually in no way responsible for this dreadful struggle’.
“Many local people stood by their German friends and neighbours, even in the face of discrimination by other members of society.
“In the immediate period after 1918, many barriers still existed to Germans resettling or rebuilding their communities in Britain, with the negative experiences of the Lusitania Riots, press hostility, and finally internment, unsurprisingly causing many Germans to turn back to their country of origin, either in defiance of British oppression or due to the time spent in close proximity with other Germans while interned.”
Many of those who left, never returned, something which suited the British government.
“The Government was reluctant to allow Germans to resettle in Britain after their internment or deportation, even after peace with Germany had been settled.
“It was only in May, 1922, that the British Cabinet seriously considered allowing former enemy aliens to resettle in Britain, but even then the German population in Britain did not reach its pre-war levels even by the 1930s.”
And it is the descendants of those people who Sylvie is keen to hear from.
If anyone can help with the Northern Cultural Projects’ ‘Hunting the Hun – Germans in the NE during WW1’ can contact Silvie on silvie.fisch@northernculturalprojects.org, or write to Northern Cultural projects, at 23-24 Eldon Gardens, Newcastle, NE1 7RA. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/time-of-our-lives/ship-s-sinking-led-to-anti-german-riots-in-south-shields-1-8088644 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/395e46a58680698ec046d7ac7d8365ecef41c42217ecfb83267f637a80d52faf.json |
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The Black Cats have had a bid accepted for £7million-rated defensive midfielder Iborra – and it is understood that the player is keen on a move to Wearside.
There is reported interest from other Spanish clubs for Iborra, but Sunderland are hopeful of adding him to their squad.
The deal for the 28-year-old is set to drag on into the early part of next week, though.
Iborra has been on the Wearsiders’ radar all summer, prior to David Moyes arriving at the Stadium of Light.
Moyes is confident of adding to the six new signings since he arrived at the club, with Wednesday night’s 11pm deadline fast approaching. And the Scot has confirmed the club has made “one or two” offers for new players.
Moyes said: “I have a lot of trust in [chief executive] Martin Bain, who has done an awful lot of good work and spent hours at the training ground. We will get some business done.
“We have one or two offers in for players just now.
“We are actively trying to improve the squad.”
Iborra, who only signed a new deal until 2020 last summer, has made 83 appearances for Sevilla, scoring 17 goals, since moving from Levante in 2013.
Sevilla chairman Jose Castro has confirmed that the Europa League holders have had an offer for him.
Meanwhile, work to secure the return of Yann M’Vila on a permanent deal is ongoing.
He currently plays for Russian side Rubin Kazan, who want a large transfer fee for a player out of contract in January.
Sunderland aren’t putting all their eggs in one basket though.
Moyes added: “We are in for other midfielders as well.”
The latest signing to arrive at Sunderland is right-back Javier Manquillo, on a season-long loan.
The 22-year-old Atletico Madrid full-back – who will start at Southampton today – has joined with a view to a permanent four-year deal.
Moyes said: “We are delighted to get him in. He is a specialist right-back but played a lot at left-back for Marseille too.
“If we had an injury to Patrick van Aanholt then we have somebody who could do that job.
“He will come in and start at Southampton.
“His English isn’t great, but my Spanish wasn’t great in Spain. I can understand that.
“We will get a teacher in and do everything we can to get things passed on.”
With Sunderland now fully stocked at right-back, Moyes will look to add another defender, striker and central midfielders. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/sunderland-in-pole-position-to-land-sevilla-midfielder-vicente-iborra-1-8091850 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/7033c3c9d49a8027c15b4380e79bd6669442575399ccf22e8431fa1bd378b0a5.json |
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The days offer free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or charge for admission and 30 venues in the borough will be involved as part of the annual four-day event.
St. Hilda's Colliery, South Shields.
New to this year’s programme of events in South Shields is the 205 Battery, Royal Artillery Reserve Centre, with their collection of military vehicles, weapons and equipment, and South Shields Football Club, where visitors can meet the players and discover the club’s history.
In Jarrow both the historic Grange Road Baptist Church and the Muddy Fingers Pottery, where residents can make plates and bowls on the wheel, are new venues which will be open.
A number of church buildings are also taking part including St Paul’s Church and Monastic Site in Jarrow, Jarrow Christ Church and St Nicholas’ Church in West Boldon.
Others include St Mark & St Cuthbert’s Church in South Shields, St Hilda’s Church in South Shields Market Place and St Peter’s Church where people can learn about the history of Harton Village.
The Customs House, South Shields.
Other attractions include the borough’s sustainable business premises, The Eco Centre and One Trinity Green as well as The Customs House, The Mission to Seafarers, the North East Maritime Trust, The Westovian Theatre, Hawthorn Arts, St Hilda’s Colliery and Jarrow Salvation Army.
History enthusiasts can also enjoy a Victorian Heritage Walk around the Marine Parks as well as South Shields’ Riverside, view ancient pottery at Arbeia Roman Fort and reflect on the history of the River Tyne at the Old Town Hall, in South Shields.
This year South Tyneside is celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Jarrow Crusade and the 150th Anniversary of South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade with talks, tours and exhibitions in venues across the borough.
This year’s event marks the 15th anniversary of the Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear, sponsored by Port of Tyne.
The North East Martitime Trust
Councillor Alan Kerr, deputy leader of South Tyneside Council, said: “Heritage Open Days offer people a brilliant opportunity to delve into South Tyneside’s rich history and discover the spectacular architectural marvels on their doorstep.
“This year’s programme is packed full of activities that will bring the borough’s local history to life.”
Full listings are available at www.southtyneside.gov.uk/hod.
Copies of the Heritage Open Days booklet are also available at local libraries and the Visitor Information Centre at Haven Point, South Shields. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/south-tyneside-venues-to-welcome-public-for-heritage-open-days-1-8088322 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/7cc2a8c0dcc20541a1c5c9e80ef7d80e29b31bc8dc79ffcdd4b2d80461e94d57.json |
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Sissoko is desperate to leave St James's Park before tonight's transfer deadline.
But the 27-year-old's suitors, up to now, have been put off by the club's £35million price tag.
However, the Gazette understands that Newcastle are prepared to lower their asking price.
Tottenham have bid for Sissoko, though the Premier League club's valuation of the midfielder is understood to be below £20million.
Everton, Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion are also keen on Sissoko, who is on international duty with France.
Sissoko has been given permission to talk to Tottenham while the two clubs discuss a fee.
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Sunderland officials are reported to have jetted out last night to help push the deal over the line, with the Gabon midfielder due on Wearside to complete his medical.
Didier Ndong
Fresh reports from France this morning claim Sunderland will pay around 18million Euros - which works out at about £15.25m, for Ndong.
Plus £1.7m potential bonuses, which would take total up to £17million for the midfielder who turned 22 in June.
That would smash the club's transfer record.
Should Sunderland agree to cough up the figure, it would smash the £13million fee shelled out for Asamoah Gyan from Rennes back in 2010.
Ndong scored twice and picked up 14 yellow cards in 38 appearances for the Ligue 1 side last season.
Sunderland face a busy final day after a frustrating day on the transfer front, with the club braced for another bid for Everton-target Lamine Kone.
Toffees boss Ronald Koeman wants another centre-back and Kone is his main summer target.
Everton are reported to be willing to up their bid from £18million to £20million.
Meanwhile, Sunderland have been linked with a move for England international goalkeeper John Ruddy.
The Norwich City ace has emerged as a potential target for David Moyes as he looks to add another goalkeeper to his squad before today's transfer deadline.
Sunderland are looking to bring in a goalkeeper, defensive cover, midfield reinforcements and a striker today.
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The 20-year-old will stay at the League Two club until January.
Gilliead played at new home Kenilworth Road for Carlisle United last season.
“I came on in the game here and we were 3-1 down, but I managed to get a goal and we came back to win 4-3, so I’ve got fond memories of playing here," he said.
“I remember there was a cracking atmosphere and the fans got right behind their team even though we won the game in the end.
“I love the old-fashioned stadium and the noise was incredible. I remember thinking at the time ‘it’d be good to have this on my side’, so when the chance arose to come here on loan, it didn’t need much consideration.
The manager has brought some good players to the club this season and when I spoke to him, I could tell he’s got a plan for what he wants to do this season and I wouldn’t mind being a part of it.
“Coming from Newcastle and the North East and moving south, it’s a big move for me.
"I’ve never been away from home before, so I see this all as part of my development as a player and a person.”
Luton manager Nathan Jones added: "Alex ticks every box for us. He’s young, hungry and wants to do well. He’s technically very good, he’s fit and he fits in nicely with our group."
Gilliead spent much of last season on loan at Carlisle.
The England Under-20 international made 41 appearances, and scored five goals, for the League Two club. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-s-alex-gilliead-reacts-to-his-move-to-luton-1-8097681 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/1c91697ab6572e898dce2629da0e217faf3df84def69810c1c7aceab6b246e60.json |
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The teenager had been rescued by the RNLI yesterday after a sea rescue operation.
Northumbria Police confirmed that he had been taken to Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infimary (RVI), with serious injuries, and he has since died.
Three other teenagers who were involved in the incident remain in a stable condition.
Two 17-year-old boys were seen in the water at the mouth of the Wear near the Old Pier at Sunderland Yacht Club at 3.22pm yesterday.
It is thought they had been in a dinghy and then entered the water to swim, subsequently getting into difficulty.
One of the males was rescued, along with two 17-year-old girls who were also in the dinghy.
A search operation was launched to rescue the missing 17-year-old, and our team reported seeing a boy being pulled from the water by rescue crews.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "The 17-year-old boy who was rescued by the RNLI and taken to the RVI hospital with serious injuries has since died.
"The other three teenagers remain in a stable condition.
"Our thoughts are with the boy's family at this time." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/boy-dies-after-sea-tragedy-in-sunderland-1-8097201 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d85fc00df307092fefdf5d7045cb1990ee7f09c154c1573cf673a94dea5d18ca.json |
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Taken in April, 1965, it shows The Caesars, a local group, who were cutting their first record, Run Around Girl, in London. What happened to it and to the band? Can you name them?
1987 Coulson Cup winners Boldon Comprehensive, who beat Mortimer Comp in the final.
We’ve also got photos of cricket’s Coulson Cup final winners, Boldon Comprehensive, who beat Mortimer Comprehensive by four wickets to take the trophy, and members of the Harton Comprehensive School cross country team (from 1975).
Elsewhere, who can shed light on the pictures of the competitors, who took part in the George Laws bowls competition, held in the Readhead Park, South Shields, in 1962 or the band who were playing at the town’s King’s Hall in 1958 after a new dance floor had been put in. Finally, can you put a name to the grocery assistant?
As ever, we’d love to hear your thoughts, so please get in touch.
Harton Comprehensive School cross country team in 1975.
Competitors in the George Laws bowls competition in the Readhead Park, South Shields in 1942.
Who's the shop assistant and what year was this taken? | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/time-of-our-lives/remembering-the-caesars-of-swinging-south-shields-1-8036805 | en | 2016-07-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d6cea119e97188fab72a7e1163d5f50792bd74aebe8f335597adebabbcae2d95.json |
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The Palermo defender is on standby to fly to Tyneside to complete a £3million move to the Championship club.
Lazaar, a Morocco international, has spent the past two years at the Sicilian club.
And reports in Italy claim United have offered the 24-year-old a five-year deal after positive discussions.
Newcastle – who this week signed DeAndre Yedlin from Tottenham Hotspur –are also interested in taking Chelsea winger Christian Atsu on loan.
United manager Rafa Benitez refused to discuss the club's transfer targets today.
Asked about a move for Atsu, Benitez said: “We don’t talk about the targets.
"We have players in different positions. I am really pleased with the squad and how they train, but we have to keep the balance."
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Harton and Westoe Miners Welfare is set to be turned into a haven of sporting and entertainment for visitors on Monday.
“There’ll be lots of activities for the kids and those young at heart to get involved in throughout the day.” Ronnie Peterson
The annual event - popular during the mining era - was resurrected three years ago by trustees at the venue in Low Road, South Shields following a 25-year gap.
Since then the fun day has grown with more activities added for families to enjoy and more new faces coming through the gates.
Former miner and Trustee Ronnie Peterson said: “Every year the fun days have become more popular with families and the local community.
“Every year we have more and more people coming through the gates which gives us a chance to show off the venue and what it has to offer to the community.
“There’ll be lots of activities for the kids and those young at heart to get involved in throughout the day.
Activities on offer at the event include face painting; children’s disco; five-a-side shoot out; rounders; hoola hoops and bouncy castle.
A karaoke will also be available for people to try out their singing skills with music provided by the Mojo Men.
Mr Peterson added: “We hope to see even more people coming along to enjoy the day.”
Gates to the event open at 11.30am. Entry is free.
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The South Shields funnyman, who has already proved a hit with viewers in BBC show Hebburn, will be gearing up for gags in an eight-episode series called Feeding Chris Ramsey, which will share stories from his legions of social media followers.
I’m proper chuffed to be doing my own TV show. Chris Ramsey
The show, which is set to hit TV screens in January, will see the comic and a panel of comedians and a celebrity guest take an irreverent look at an influx of random stories sent into his social media feeds, via a humour-packed mix of games, pre-recorded items and audience interaction.
Comedy Central was hungry for more of Chris’s brand of entertainment after a non-broadcast pilot of the show won a warm reception.
The stand-up performer braced his 385,000 Twitter followers to expect big news before the show announcement was made.
The innovative format has been in development with several years, with a pilot called Chris Ramsey’s Social Network produced for BBC TV back in 2012.
Chris Ramsey said “I’m proper chuffed to be doing my own TV show with Comedy Central. I’m a huge fan of the channel and I’ve got a fantastic team working with me on it.
“I am very much looking forward to taking all of the credit for their hard work, because as we all know there is no I in team, but there is an I in Chris.”
Comedy Central Commissioner Louise Holmes added: “Chris is exceptionally talented and ridiculously hot property both on and off the comedy scene right now.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/south-shields-comedy-star-chris-ramsay-set-to-front-own-tv-show-1-8098403 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/1e962e3a53b198af3568ed8bc76442084a8e3e626ce3eff6b46b227a7ae7da8b.json |
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South Shields Sailing Club is set to welcome sailors, their families, and supporters thanks to support from South Tyneside Council.
The club, based in River Drive, is well known for its successful track record in hosting national sailing events.
Now thanks to a £1,000 grant from three of the borough’s Community Area Forums, it is set to host a further two national sailing championship events next month.
The funding from the East Shields and Whitburn, Riverside and the West Shields, Cleadon and East Boldon Community Area Forums have helped the club purchase equipment and T-shirts which will be used during the Phantom National Championships, from September 2 to 4, and the Laser European Qualifiers, from September 17 to 18.
Coun Alan Kerr, deputy leader with responsibility for leisure and culture, said: “It is wonderful that through the three Community Area Forums we have been able to support South Shields Sailing Club to purchase the equipment they need to host these high quality events in the sailing calendar.
“It is a privilege that South Tyneside is welcoming not just one but two national sailing competitions. I know South Shields Sailing Club is very proud to be hosting both events and the council has provided support and guidance to ensure that both events take place.”
Jason Riby, Commodore of South Shields Sailing Club, said: “We are pleased to be hosting these prestigious national events and we are very grateful for the financial support being provided.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/community/south-shields-sailing-club-set-to-hold-two-national-championships-1-8090460 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/4e24d2e38f5f297c5a72c0d910c3f5181a14556a1cb355b5c131e76b46b89044.json |
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Councillors in South Tyneside will decide next week whether to push ahead with proposals to introduce charging for the collection of green waste in a bid to claw back £500,000 of savings a year.
Councillor Moira Smith says the green waste charge will help to safeguard frontline services.
Cabinet members are being urged to approve the initiative, which would bring to an end a free service which has been in force for a decade.
A report being considered by town hall decision-makers insists the move would free up vital resources for critical council services.
The current free service of collecting ‘green waste’ was introduced in South Tyneside a decade ago and met its objectives of reducing landfill and boosting the Council’s recycling targets. The service is currently offered to 71,000 homes with a garden, with 50,000 households taking advantage of the scheme.
However, cabinet members will be told that South Tyneside is one of the few authorities in the region which does not charge for the service.
A report to Cabinet recommends a charging scheme is brought in from next March which would see householders charged £30 a year for a bin, with a proposed early bird discount offer seeing the price fall to £25 if paid before December.
Householders are under no obligation to pay for the service and can still recycle their green waste at the Middlefields Recycling Village free of charge.
The Council will also continue to offer residents low cost home composters.
Lead Member for Area Management and Community Safety, Councillor Moira Smith, said: “The Council has no legal responsibility to provide a green waste service but we are keen to maintain a service for residents.
“However, to provide this service free of charge costs the Council £500,000 per year. If we are to protect front line services for our most vulnerable residents against a backdrop of national government cuts, then difficult decisions need to be made.”
She added: “I must stress that residents are not obliged to sign up to this new service if the charge is given the go-ahead and alternatives are available. However, I do hope that residents would recognise the value and convenience of such a service and will decide to opt into the scheme if Cabinet agrees the recommended course of action.”
The Cabinet meeting will be held at South Shields Town Hall next Wednesday.
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Hughton guided Newcastle United to promotion in the 2009-10 season.
And the 57-year-old is looking to repeat the feat with Brighton, who take on Newcastle at St James's Park tomorrow evening in a televised Championship game.
Hughton fondly remembers his time at United, which abruptly cane to an end in December 2010.
“I thoroughly enjoyed my time with them," said the 57-year-old.
"It was a very good staff, a very passionate club and all the people that work around the club are all mad Newcastle supporters as well.
“It’s one that you look forward to, but I think it’s also a club and a stadium that I think graces this division.
“I think most teams will look forward to going to them, but in other ways it will be a little bit daunting for everybody because they are a team that will be up there come the end of the season.”
Newcastle will be without strikers Dwight Gayle and Aleksandar Mitrovic.
The pair suffered concussions during Wednesday night's EFL Cup win over Cheltenham Town.
Asked about their absence, Hughton said: "I was a little bit surprised, because I know the comment after their most recent match was that they would both be available.
"A little bit surprised with that, but it does not really alter too much and still makes it as difficult game as it was.
“They can afford to have the squad that they have had and they have recruited very well, so whatever team or formation will be strong." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/chris-hughton-speaks-about-his-return-to-newcastle-with-brighton-1-8090237 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/244b91987e49a40dce6cae00745dbd589ae9589ba3e9a1beaa655721fc360e39.json |
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As well as taking to the floating stage aboard the DFDS ship as drummer with Sunderland’s Frankie & the Heartstrings, Dave has made waves programming the musical entertainment for the North Sea Sounds mini cruise which sets sail for Amsterdam from North Tyneside in November.
The series of music-themed cruises see the tables turned on stereotypical cruise liner entertainment with voyages featuring acts including Lindisfarne, Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club and Smoove & Turrell.
The high seas gig Dave’s had a helping hand in steering on November 18 will have a Mackem twang.
While headliners Frankie & the Heartstrings play top of the bill on the outward slot, fellow Sunderland musicians Hyde & Beast, which features Dave Hyde of Futureheads fame and Neil Bassett of the Golden Virgins, will headline on the return leg.
There will also be a DJ set from Peter Brewis of Field Music, and performances from former Futureheads frontman Barry Hyde, who recently released his debut solo album Malody; folk quartet The Cornshed Sisters and Tom Fletcher, pedal steel guitar player with Hyde & Beast and The Lake Poets.
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As well as a set from snooker champion Steve Davis whose musical ear has seen him enjoy guest slots as a DJ on BBC 6Music, as well as regular appearances in London nightspots.
“Steve’s a great guy,” said Dave. “He’s got a local connection too as he’s married to a woman from Sunderland and they’ve got his photo up in Crozier’s fish and chip shop in Sunderland. What more could you want?
“He came to our first album launch in London so we met him then. He plays some great tracks in his set, he has impeccable taste in music, particularly in prog rock and Northern Soul. He DJ’d at Glastonbury and is really well thought of. Considering he was sometimes called Steve ‘interesting’ Davis he’s really interesting and actually hilarious. The uninteresting tag is just an urban myth.”
Dave says the cruise is a great chance to see a stellar line-up of acts whose individual gig prices would rack up to more than the cruise ticket price, which starts from £63.
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“It’s a great chance to see these acts,” said Dave. “As well as the headliners, there’s acts like Tom who is a really well thought of musician who’s played loads of guitar festivals.”
Speaking about the Heartstrings’ involvement, he said: “We were initially involved a couple of years ago when it was first suggested that we play on one of the music cruises. Because of scheduling it never happened, but it was always in my mind that we could programme something and put it together like a showcase of funk and Northern Soul
“As a band we want to perform on interesting stages.”
Dave and guitarist Michael McKnight juggle gigging with running their Pop Recs culture hub in Stockton Road, Sunderland.
Hyde & Beast
The record store, coffee shop, arts space and gig venue, which has been championed by the likes of James Bay and Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, opened in its new home thanks to a crowd-funding campaign which raised more than £13,000.
Dave says Pop Recs is a hard slog, but it’s one they think will take off over time.
“The shop is really hard work and we barely make enough money to keep it open but we still think what we do is important, people just need to grab hold of it more,” he said.
The shop is a shining example of the DIY approach to arts and culture which exists in Sunderland, one, it’s hoped, will help it win the City of Culture 2021 title which could spark a host of cultural activity on Wearside.
Dave said: “I’ve been behind the bid from the beginning and I have no reason to support it other that I genuinely think it will be a positive thing for the city. I’m a very proactive person, I like to see things happen. And the real test of the bid is what happens if we win the title. It would be just the kick we need as a city and we need to capitalise on it and use it as a shot in the arm to get where we want.”
The North Sea Sounds music mini cruises see the ferry operator’s Newcastle-Amsterdam ships transformed into floating concert venues, offering customers the chance to enjoy a cruise and concert in one.
Prices for the autumn mini cruises start from £63 per person, including en suite cabin accommodation on board and up to five hours to explore the Dutch capital. This year’s line-up of musical talent features:
•Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club and Smoove & Turrell – departs Friday, September 30
•Lindisfarne & Martin Stephenson – departs Sunday, October 16
•Hyde & Beast, Frankie & The Heartstrings and Steve Davis vs Field Music – departs Friday, November 18
•Bowie Ball tribute show – departs Friday December, 2
Book at www.dfds.co.uk/music or call 0871 522 9955.
•We’ve teamed up with DFDS to give away three pairs of mini cruise tickets, worth more than £120 a pair, for the Frankie & the Heartstrings / Hyde & Beast cruise on November 18 which includes live performances on board, two nights on board the ferry in an en-suite cabin, coach transfers to and from Amsterdam city centre and up to five hours in Amsterdam.
To be in with a chance of winning, answer this question: in which sport was Steve Davis a world champion?
A) Snooker
B) Football
C) Tennis
Fill in your answer and full contact details on a postcard and return it to DFDS Competition, Katy Wheeler, Johnston Press North East, 2nd Floor, Alexander House, 1 Mandarin Road, Rainton Bridge Business Park, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5RA.
Alternatively, you can email your answer and full contact details to Katy.Wheeler@jpress.co.uk
Closing date: September 1. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/lifestyle-etc/get-aways/free-your-chance-to-board-the-dfds-music-cruise-featuring-steve-davis-and-frankie-the-heartstrings-1-8075600 | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d6ac8c894cd9a9efa3eab926a30598e258c594f90c5cceb352813138ca713f92.json |
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The striker has joined from Ipswich Town for an undisclosed fee.
Murphy – who scored 67 goals from 225 appearances for the Portman Road club – has signed a two-year deal at St James's Park.
The Republic of Ireland international said: "I'm absolutely delighted to get it over the line and really looking forward to it.
"When I knew the club was interested, it was a no-brainer for me so I'm happy it's all done.
"I think with the squad of players that the club have now, there's no reason why we shouldn't be there or thereabouts come the end of the season."
United manager Rafa Benitez added: "Daryl has experience, and has proven that he can score goals in the Championship.
"He gives us another option in attack, and we could see from this weekend's game against Brighton that we needed more bodies up front.
"Daryl has a good attitude, and he can be very important for us this season."
Newcastle are also close to a deal for Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar, who was at St James's Park to see yesterday's 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion.
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The Port of Tyne has donated photographs from its Reflect Photo and Film Awards 2014 exhibition to South Tyneside District Hospital in South Shields.
The images will be displayed in the Harton Lane site's new Surgical Centre.
The first phase of the £1.6 million development – the day surgery zone – is now open. In the coming months, major surgery and short stay zones will be added and when it is completed this winter, the Surgical Centre will have 69 beds and will offer a gold standard, integrated service, with a dedicated team of doctors and nurses providing seamless care for patients.
Neil Mundy, chairman of South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust, said: “We are tremendously grateful for the Port of Tyne’s support.
“The photo gallery will make a great addition and be enjoyed by patients and visitors.”
Among the collection of photographs is Raging Seas (Waves breaking over Seaham Harbour Pier and Lighthouse) by Owen Humphrys, a photographer with the Press Association.
“I am absolutely delighted that one of my photographs will be displayed and be seen by many more people”, said Owen.
Susan Wear, director of corporate affairs at Port of Tyne, said: “The photographs have toured the length and breadth of the North East including exhibitions at Sage Gateshead and the Discovery Museum and it is fantastic that they have now found a permanent home.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/hospital-patients-to-enjoy-pictures-from-port-of-tyne-s-photography-awards-exhibition-1-8082117 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/0e45c0191352b29aa57fb523c4805c2befbcd94244d9eb4a418350568395e649.json |
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Steppenwolf's rousing single Born to Be Wild - which was released in 1968 and coined the phrase 'heavy metal' - was the nation's top choice.
Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, which stayed at the No 1 spot for nine weeks in 1975/76, was runner-up.
And the Beach Boys' surf tune I Get Around took the third spot in a poll of 2,000 UK adults by National Express.
The Top 10 was completed by I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) by the Proclaimers, Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen, Highway to Hell by AC/DC, Take It Easy by the Eagles, Thin Lizzy's The Boys Are Back In Town, Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd and I Drove All Night by Cyndi Lauper.
Top 40 Songs for the Road
1. Born To Be Wild - Steppenwolf
2. Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
3. I Get Around - Beach Boys
4. I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers
5. Born To Run - Bruce Springsteen
6. Highway To Hell - ACDC
7. Take It Easy - Eagles
8. The Boys Are Back In Town - Thin Lizzy
9. Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
10. I Drove All Night - Cyndi Lauper
11. Mr Blue Sky - Electric Light Orchestra
12. Don't Stop Believin' - Journey
13. Hotel California - Eagles
14. Ace Of Spades - Motorhead
15. Here I Go Again - Whitesnake
16. I Gotta Feeling - Black Eyed Peas
17. Road To Nowhere - Talking Heads
18. Paradise City - Guns 'n' Roses
19. On the Road Again - Willie Nelson
20. Drive My Car - The Beatles
21. America - Simon and Garfunkel
22. Where The Streets Have No Name - U2
23. Roar - Katy Perry
24. The Passenger - Iggy Pop
25. Get Lucky - Daft Punk
26. Little Red Corvette - Prince
27. Radar Love - Golden Earring
28. Shut Up and Drive - Rihanna
29. Heart of Gold - Neil Young
30. Green Onions - Booker T and the MGs
31. Pompeii - Bastille
32. Scar Tissue - Red Hot Chili Peppers
33. R U Mine? - Arctic Monkeys
34. Stronger - Kanye West
35. Hundred Mile High City - Ocean Colour Scene
36. Rock You Like A Hurricane - Scorpions
37. Midnight City - M83
38. Let Me Ride - Dr. Dre
39. Roadrunner - Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers
40. Low Rider - War
A spokeswoman for National Express, who commissioned the research to inspire people looking to explore Britain and beyond this summer, said: "There are few things more exhilarating than the open road, and our poll shows it's the classic hits that get people fired up.
"It's interesting to see so many American rock greats, such as The Eagles and Bruce Springsteen, are continuing to provide the soundtrack to the Great British roads."
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Teachers at Harton Technology College in South Shields, were delighted with this year’s pass rates.
Harton Technology College GCSE results. Lewis Appleton
The number of pupils gaining five GCSEs rated A* to C including English and maths stood at 65%.
This was a 5% improvement on last year’s figure of 60%.
Sir Ken Gibson, the school’s executive headteacher, is delighted at how hard students have worked.
He said: “We have seen a big improvement with this year’s figures.
I am elated. Lewis Appleton
“The students have done incredibly well and deserve these results. There has been some outstanding individual results.
“We wish them all the very best of luck in their future studies and chosen careers.”
Annalise Murray from Harton, South Shields, clocked up an impressive nine A*s and three As.
The 16-year-old said: “I am so pleased, I’m going to study A-levels in biology, chemistry, physics and maths at sixth form.”
Harton Technology College GCSE results.
Amy Curle, 16, from South Shields, was thrilled receiving eight A*s, three As and one B.
She will be continuing her studies at the Harton Sixth Form where she will be completing A-levels in biology, chemistry and maths.
She said: “I am so happy and glad I’ve done so well.”
Elizabeth Brown, 16, from Lawe Top, South Shields scooped one A ^ - which is the equivalent of double A* in further maths - plus five A*s and six As.
Harton Technology College GCSE results.
She said: “I am so excited, I knew I had passed but it was still scary because I didn’t know how well I’d actually done.
“I’m going to stay on at Harton and do A-levels in biology, chemistry, maths and further maths.”
The boys also did themselves proud.
Lewis Appleton, 16, from Westoe South Shields, has hopes of becoming a doctor after gaining seven A*s, three As and one B.
He said: “I am elated. In September I’ll be studying biology, chemistry, business and politics at Harton.
“I hope one day to perhaps become a doctor and maybe work in A&E.”
James Ingoe.
While James Ingoe, from Harton thinks a career in engineering might be on the cards.
He received one A^, six A*s, two As one B and two Cs.
James added: “I am just so relived after receiving my results. I think maybe I’d like to have a career in engineering but I will be doing A-levels in all of the sciences and maths at Harton in September.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/harton-celebrates-great-crop-of-results-as-gcse-grades-improve-again-1-8088352 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/e69054d057a9feb79121066808b9f638b1abaae3cb0bc682bcce29b117caf2be.json |
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Father John Reid, from Stockton, is facing two charges after initially being arrested more than two years ago.
He is accused of diverting tens of thousands of pounds donated by parishioners, intended for charitable causes and the upkeep of St Cuthbert's Church, Chester-le-Street, to himself.
He is also accused of failing to keep proper receipts and accounts as he was required to do.
The charges relate to a four-year period, between June 2009 and October 2013.
At the time, the 69-year-old was also in charge of St Bede's Church in Sacriston, County Durham.
John Garside, prosecuting, told Peterlee Magistrates' Court the allegations involved an "abuse of trust and power".
Reid, who pleaded not guilty to both charges of fraud by abuse of position, withdrew from public ministry after the investigation was launched by Durham Police in 2014.
He was granted bail and will appear at Durham Crown Court next month. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/roman-catholic-priest-pleads-not-guilty-to-fraud-charges-after-church-s-90k-fund-goes-missing-1-8096269 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/0aaab9c36727fabb7a39e6c429670920cde5fcb5bf733034212a0f83cc30a4d1.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:08:13 | null | 2016-08-26T06:08:10 | Rafa Benitez has suffered a triple blow ahead of Brighton and Hove Albion’s visit to St James’s Park. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shieldsgazette.com%2Fsport%2Fnewcastle-united%2Flatest-nufc-news%2Frafa-benitez-hit-by-triple-blow-at-newcastle-1-8089781.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.shieldsgazette.com/webimage/1.8089780.1472195369!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Rafa Benitez hit by triple blow at Newcastle | null | null | www.shieldsgazette.com | Rafa Benitez has suffered a triple blow ahead of Brighton and Hove Albion’s visit to St James’s Park.
Newcastle United’s manager has lost strikers Dwight Gayle and Aleksandar Mitrovic to concussion.
Gayle is the Championship’s top scorer with four goals.
And Rolando Aarons is facing eight weeks on the sidelines after fracturing a metatarsal in Tuesday night’s 2-0 EFL Cup win over Cheltenham Town.
Gayle and Mitrovic both took blows to the head in the second-round tie, and they will not be allowed to play in tomorrow evening’s Championship home game against second-placed Brighton because of the Football Association’s concussion guidelines.
Paul Catterson, United’s Head of Sports Medicine and Science, said: “We have to adhere to the guidelines set out by the FA in line with other competitive sports, which rightly puts the safety and health of players first.”
Gayle is the Championship’s top scorer with four goals.
Mitrovic was making his first appearance after serving a four-game suspension.
Newcastle manager Benitez is likely to turn to forward Ayoze Perez, who scored both goals against Cheltenham.
Winger Aarons – who overcame a series of injuries to earn a new deal at the club this summer – will undergo surgery on his foot.
Meanwhile, Tim Krul has joined Ajax on loan until the end of season after signing a contract extension at Newcastle.
The long-serving goalkeeper’s contract at St James’s Park had been due to expire next summer.
But the 28-year-old has now committed himself to the club until the summer of 2018.
Krul, close to a comeback from a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, replaces Jasper Cillessen, who has joined Barcelona.
The Holland international – who joined Newcastle 11 years ago aged 17 – has made 185 appearances for the club.
Krul has been the club’s No 1 for the past five years.
Meanwhile, United forward Adam Armstrong has signed a new five-year deal at Newcastle.
Armstrong scored 20 goals on loan for Coventry City last season.
And the 19-year-old could yet be loaned out by Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez.
“I’m over the moon,” said Armstrong.
“I’ve been working hard on the training pitch, and I did well last season, so to get the reward is massive for me, and I think it’s the next step.
“I went on loan last season and for me to come back here and extend my contract is brilliant for me and for my family.
“I’ll keep working hard every day and progress.”
Newcastle are tracking Chelsea winger Christian Atsu. The 24-year-old has had loan spells at Malaga, Bournemouth, Everton and Vitesse Arnhem in recent seasons. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/rafa-benitez-hit-by-triple-blow-at-newcastle-1-8089781 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/e4b6de1da71a91d0544b1f19a230fe5711b1d2d1b7fe8be4bf80900282ab4805.json |
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South Tyneside Council is seeking expressions of interest from people willing to come up with plans for three new businesses at the Pier Head Car Park - between The Dunes and the South Pier in South Shields.
People are calling for more activities to enjoy on the seafront in South Shields.
Planners have proposed kiosks are built off Sea Road, with a cafe or restaurant alongside the section bordering the path to the pier, with another in the pier yard, next to the old watchman’s house.
They say it is a “unique opportunity” to launch ventures in a prime location.
However, businesses leaders say while they welcome new chances to boost the economy, they would like to see more done to breathe life into the town centre.
Readers have also come up with alternative ideas which they say will give them and visitors more to do.
We need at the sea front toilets, an ice rink, good quality eating places, not only at pier area but also along toward south end of prom. Valerie Nichol
Valerie Nichol said: “We need at the sea front toilets, an ice rink, good quality eating places, not only at pier area but also along toward south end of prom.
“Toilets at the south end too.”
Isobel Myers Nicholaidis said: “Ice rink then, great for everyone and coffee snack bar inside. It will be used 12 months a year.”
Michelle Wall added: “What about a cycle hub?
“You can hire bikes, have a mechanic on hand and coffee stop?
“The nearest one to us is 6 miles down the coast in Roker.”
Lea Brand hopes more will be done for those on their bikes and said: “I like the idea of a cycle hub but this would mean a cycle path/route needing installed to accommodate the influx of cyclists.”
Angela Todd said: “We need facilities to motivate and educate our youth.
“Bike hubs, water sports, a decent swimming pool, ice rink, garden to teach them skills, anything but no more pubs.
“Publicans are fighting for business as it is, more will just saturate and empty current ones.”
Others hope new restaurants will open.
Peter Briggs said: “Nandos, Fat Buddha and maybe Chiquito in the town centre.
“Push for Primark.
“This would start the regeneration and This could compliment ocean road. We need activities centres.”
However, concern about the town centre’s future continues.
Heather Ditchburn Curry said: “Do we really need any more food outlets in Shields? Surely they can think of something more original and surely sorting King Street out should be priority.”
Marion Nicholson said: “At what cost to the eateries on Ocean Road?
“Spend the money on the town centre. It’s not rocket science, people will come to a bustling town, not to a new chippy on sea front.”
Stu Kram said: “All the effort should be getting King Street sorted.
“Bring back business and jobs to heart of South Shields like it used to be all those years ago, this is what people want the most.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/your-say-give-south-shields-an-ice-rink-cycle-hub-and-more-not-just-restaurants-1-8078438 | en | 2016-08-19T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/6f4633bb2b1747425d4bce8a5d1f84e3900d133fe97e1fa67a6191c495088ab8.json |
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Jenny Gasston was surrounded by her friends and family as she marked the milestone today.
Jenny Gasston celebrates her 102nd birthday at Palmersdene, Jarrow, with son Stuart and his partner Nancy Hogg.
The great-gran-of-two, from South Shields, has been a huge fan of Little Mix ever since they first formed on the X Factor.
Jenny, who now lives at Palmersdene care home in Jarrow, has a very special connection to the band as she’s the step-great-grandmother of South Shields group member Perrie Edwards.
She’s watched closely as Perrie and bandmates Jade Thirlwall, also from South Shields, Jesy Nelson and Leigh-Anne Pinnock have topped the charts and toured the world, cheering them on every step of the way.
Her son, Stuart, 73, who is the partner of Perrie’s gran Nancy Hogg, said: “Unfortunately she can’t really see the telly that well any more so she can’t always watch when Perrie is on, but she asks about her every day.
Little Mix's Perrie Edwards with her step-great-gran Jenny Gasston.
“She’s always been a big fan and a big supporter of Perrie and the band. She’s got their CDs and enjoys listening to their music and we always keep her up to date with everything they’ve been doing.”
Jenny, who is also a gran-of-one, was once a well-known businesswoman in South Shields, the owner of a general dealer, on the corner of Alice Street and Bertram Street, and the off-licence across the road.
During the Second World War, she supplied dozens of people with boxes she’d made up of food and other essentials.
Despite not expecting anything in return, everyone paid her back when the war was over and they could afford it.
Jenny Gasston celebrates her 102nd birthday at Palmersdene, Jarrow.
Each year, Jenny would also supply the Gospel Temperance Church, in Laygate, with oranges for its Good Friday celebrations.
Stuart added: “She’s doing brilliant, she’s fighting fit and amazing for her age.
“Her eye sight isn’t very good any more, but other than that she’s wonderful.”
Jenny enjoyed a concert at the care home, with Stuart and Nancy taking to the stage to entertain party guests.
Stuart added: “If you asked mam what the secret is to living so long she’d say hard work.
“She’s always worked and even after she retired she looked after her older sister Maggie until she passed away – she was 106.
“She’s always kept herself busy and that’s what she’d say has kept her going all this time.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/loved-ones-wish-little-mix-fan-jenny-happy-birthday-as-she-turns-102-1-8084380 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/dd1e6a8a05749cc570048b2e8356b0793d06a5bcf6bbef72498573e305a97530.json |
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The 22-year-old Washington-born keeper will start against Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium tomorrow afternoon.
And Pickford is looking to build on his first clean sheet picked up on his home first-team debut at the Stadium of Light against Shrewsbury Town.
The Sunderland fan admits it was a dream come true to play in front of the fans he used to sit alongside.
“It is a dream to play at the Stadium of Light, as a young lad I used to come to games all the time,” said Pickford.
“Finally, to have achieved that dream is great.”
Last season, Pickford played against Arsenal in the FA Cup and Tottenham Hotspur and Watford in the Premier League - but those were all away from home.
Wednesday’s win over League One Shrews was his first game on home soil.
His catching and distribution - which helped lead to Adnan Januzaj’s winner - stood out, while he made a superb save from Newcastle United loanee Ivan Toney.
“It was great moment, for me,” said Pickford.
“A good result and I am happy to get my first clean sheet.
“The other games [against Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Watford] were hard and this was a tough test too.
“We got there in the end, though, and it is really good to get into the next round of the cup.”
Pickford looks set for an extended run in the side, with Mannone out with a troubling elbow injury.
There were fears that he had suffered a suspected fractured elbow after injuring his arm in training on Tuesday but the full extent of his injury is yet to be determined.
He is set to see a specialist, with Mannone suffering from a lot of swelling.
Paul Bracewell, assistant manager, said: “In terms of the bone, they said it wasn’t a fracture, but there’s still a lot of swelling there, so the scan will probably give us a good indication in terms of if there is any ligament damage.”
Jordan Pickford and Duncan Watmore have been selected for England Under-21 duty. They will face Norway in an U21 Euro qualifier against Norway at Colchester United’s Community Stadium on Tuesday 6 September (KO 5.45pm). | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/jordan-pickford-aims-to-build-on-dream-home-debut-for-sunderland-1-8089928 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/6dad89ed192c7f7f80fb3ff966b8f9e8c49badd5f85107c7030f17c373323144.json |
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The long-serving goalkeeper's contract at St James's Park had been due to expire next summer.
But the 28-year-old has now committed himself to the club until the summer of 2018.
Krul, close to a comeback from a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, replaces Jasper Cillessen, who has joined Barcelona.
The Holland international – who joined Newcastle 11 years ago aged 17 – has made 185 appearances for the club.
Krul has been the club's No 1 for the past five years.
Meanwhile, United forward Adam Armstrong has signed a new five-year deal at Newcastle.
Armstrong scored 20 goals on loan for Coventry City last season.
And the 19-year-old could yet be loaned out by Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez.
"I'm over the moon," said Armstrong.
"I've been working hard on the training pitch, and I did well last season, so to get the reward is massive for me, and I think it's the next step.
"I went on loan last season and for me to come back here and extend my contract is brilliant for me and for my family.
"I'll keep working hard every day and progress." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/tim-krul-signs-newcastle-contract-extension-and-joins-ajax-on-loan-1-8089740 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/b4a9974d19e04e719e382bb50f0dbcc8753d26d66bc06109214a03ba2bf9240b.json |
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John Archer’s son, also named John, has been diagnosed with brugada syndrome, a serious condition that can result in abnormally rapid heart rhythms which can be fatal.
John Archer and Maureen Keith are to take part in the Great North Run for British Heart Foundation
John, of Greens Place, South Shields, says the condition is similar to sudden adult death syndrome (SADS), and could strike at any time.
The former Royal Navy admiral staff is taking on the 13.1-mile run from Newcastle to his home town on Sunday, September 11, for the British Heart Foundation.
He’ll be running with Maureen Keith, 60, mum of 34-year-old teacher John jnr’s girlfriend Val Flynn.
John, 60, took part in the first ever Great North Run back in 1981, but hasn’t done the half marathon for around 25 years.
He also sees tackling the event as a fun way to mark his 60th year.
John, who has four children and three grandchildren, said: “It’s a fatal heart condition, a bit like SADS where you can just drop down dead at any time.
“It’s genetic so we’ve all had to be tested for it, but the doctors have said John is the only one who appears to have it.
“My dad, who was also called John, died from heart disease in 1989 when he was 69. At the time, they didn’t know about brugada so it could have been that, but we’ll never know.”
John says his son’s condition was found after he collapsed one night at home. His partner Val called for an ambulance and he was taken to South Tyneside District Hospital.
John, a former civil servant, said: “Luckily, the doctor who was the consultant in A&E that night was a heart specialist and after sending John for an ECG he noticed something was wrong.
“He sent stuff over to the RVI, where all the heart specialists are, and they identified that he had brugada.
“They operated on him the next day and fitted a device in his heart, sort of like a pacemaker. When brugada goes off, it speeds up your heart and this device lets out a shock and brings his heart back to the normal rhythm.
“When the doctor came in to see John, he actually shook his hand and said he’d never met anyone with the condition before – it’s something they only usually find when they do a post mortem exam on someone.”
John jnr’s case is so rare that he now undergoes regular tests, helping doctors learn more about brugada.
His dad said: “He’s sort of like a guinea pig. He was asked if he’d do some tests to help doctors learn more about his condition and he immediately said yes. He goes to the Life Centre, in Newcastle, to see researchers.
“After he was diagnosed, everyone in the family had to be tested for it. They say it doesn’t look like anyone else has it, but not a lot is known about the condition, so they can’t say 100% that we don’t – it could still happen to any of us at any time.
“The doctors told us all that we have to try not to worry about it, and just live our lives the same way we would have before, and that’s right, we can’t always worry that something is going to happen.
“But I do worry about John and my grandkids. John and Val haven’t even started a family yet, and now they’ll have to worry about passing this on.
“Doctors think John might be the beginning of brugada in the family – it has to start somewhere – but we don’t know for sure.”
He added: “Doing the Great North Run is my way of giving something back and to help research into the condition.
“Doing the race along with Maureen is going to be great. We’re starting off in different bits but we’re going to try to stay together for of much of it as we can.
“There’s no better feeling than running from Newcastle into South Shields, back to your home town, with the crowd cheering for you.”
To sponsor John, go to justgiving.com/fundraising/john-archer2
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The 20-year-old stumbled and injured his left ankle on cliffs at Trow Rocks in South Shields last night.
A weedle dangerously close to safety barriers.
It's understood the man was playing the popular mobile phone game which sees players track down virtual Pokemon characters at popular locations.
He rang 999 and Northumbria Police, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade (SSVLB) responded to the call.
After three hours man was carried by stretcher from the clifftop path to a safer location near the beach.
Related article: Pokemon Go players warned after phone game characters found on clifftops
Tom Fennelly, honorary secretary of SSVLB, is now calling for the providers of Pokemon Go to seriously look at where they are locating these sites before someone gets seriously injured or worse.
He said: "Placing these sites in remote unlit places where there is an obvious danger of people stumbling because they are looking at phone screens is irresponsible. People are seemingly oblivious to their surroundings. It is clearly dangerous to be wandering about the clifftops, beaches and piers at any time when your attention is elsewhere. To be doing so in complete darkness is an accident waiting to happen."
"We will always respond to any call for assistance to incident on and around the coast. In this incident, together with our colleagues from police and fire and ambulance, we were tied up for over three hours dealing with what turned out to be a minor injury. It could have been much worse and I would appeal to Pokemon providers and users to be much more aware of the consequences of their actions."
Mr Fennelly said that ironically the SSVLB Watch House on the South Pier is itself is a Pokemon Stop,
He added: "We have seen people of all ages wandering about at all times of night and day engrossed in their phones. One the face of it is a seemingly harmless activity which gets people out and about, but on the other hand unless it is done in a safe manner it can and does place people at risk of injury. Often these people are unaccompanied and the risk is increased in darkness."
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Mark Wood, 40, will be taking part in his 10th Great North Run in aid of the Glen Corner Trust - on the 10th anniversary of Glen Vorner’s death.
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The teenager was stabbed to death on his 16th birthday in 2006.
Mark Wood, a committee member for the Glen Corner Trust, says that, when he stands on the starting line of the event on September 11, it will be hard for him to hold back the tears.
Since 2006, Mr Wood, from Whiteleas, South Shields, has promised his family he would take part in the Great North Run in his memory.
Mr Wood said: “I’m looking forward to the run but it’s going to be especially hard this year emotionally with it being the 10th year of Glen’s death.
“Every year before the run you take a moment to reflect as to why you are there.
“I made a promise to Glen’s family that every year for as long as I can I’ll take part in the run in his memory and for the Trust.
“It’s just hard to think I’ll be taking part in my 10th run because it only seems like yesterday we were being told the devastating news.”
The teenager was stabbed to death after stepping in to protect a friend who was being threatened with a knife in East Avenue, Harton.
He had earlier been out celebrating his 16th birthday and his GCSE results with friends.
Mr Wood will be taking part in the run alongside Glen’s dad Lee and his wife Shona.
He added: “Since I took part in the first run, I began to take running seriously.
“But all that goes out the window when you are stood on the starting line alongside thousands of others all running for the various charities and their own reasons.
“I feel honoured I’m able to wear the shirt promoting the Glen Corner Trust.
“And it’s not just Glen I’m running in memory of but also Dekka Kennedy, David Charlton and Gemma Finnigan who were all killed by those armed with knives.
“To think that something good like the Trust has come from a tragedy and that we’ve been able to help 22 families affected by knife crime is just amazing.
“And if through the trust we can make people think twice about carrying knives then we are potentially saving lives.”
The Great North Run will see thousands of runners come together to take on the 13.1 mile course from Newcastle to South Shields.
The event created by runner Brendan Foster has become the biggest half marathon in the world and has helped to raise thousands of pounds for various charities.
It attracts top runners from across the globe.
To sponsor Mr Wood or make a donation Trust visit /www.gofundme.com/2jv5mys | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/great-north-run-milestone-for-south-tyneside-based-trust-set-up-in-teen-s-memory-1-8094247 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/c7f42cf75d280326d21bd5880f4708179add392f97d8183ba6dafccbd664b4d9.json |
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The 25-year-old, from Westoe, will once again don the famous coat for the eponymous role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Joe McElderry is starring in the lead role on a UK tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
X Factor and Popstar to Opera Star champ Joe went on a massive UK tour of the show this year and will go back out on the road in 2017.
It will open on January 24 in Guildford then run at Wimbledon from January 31 to February 4, Dartford from February 7 to 11, Hastings from February 14 to 19, Torquay from February 21 to 25 and Portsmouth from February 28 to March 4.
The tour will then continue in Edinburgh from March 14 to 18, Malvern from March 21 to 25, Shrewsbury from March 28 to April 1, Bradford from April 4 to 8, Preston from April 18 to 22, Nottingham from April 25 to 29, Bristol from May 2 to 6, Cardiff from May 9 to 13, and Londonderry from May 30 to June 3.
The biblical tale of Jacob’s favourite son is the UK’s longest-running musical and includes famous track Close Every Door. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/theatre/joe-mcelderry-to-reprise-starring-role-as-joseph-heads-back-out-on-tour-1-8091074 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d4563be57e5b3c66aeabcb68c5f62a8d71047ec7816522718bd7bafa29fb05cd.json |
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The defender joined the club this week from Tottenham Hotspur as a replacement for Daryl Janmaat, who signed for Watford.
And Yedlin's move was completed in time for him to play against Chris Hughton's Brighton in the televised fixture (5.30pm kick-off).
BREAKING: Daryl Murphy close to Newcastle move, Achraf Lazaar set for medical
United manager Rafa Benitez has also recalled defender Paul Dummett to his starting XI and kept faith with goalkeeper Matz Sels, who is adjusting to the English game following his summer move from Gent.
Forward Ayoze Perez leads the line in the absence through injury of Dwight Gayle and Aleksandar Mitrovic and Yoan Gouffran again starts in midfield.
Winger Anthony Knockaert, the subject of a failed bid from Newcastle this summer, is in Brighton's starting XI.
NEWCASTLE UNITED: Sels; Anita, Lascelles, Mbemba, Dummett; Hayden, Shelvey; Ritchie, Diame, Gouffran; Perez. Subs: Darlow, Yedlin, Gamez, Clark, Hanley, Colback, Armstrong.
BRIGHTON AND HOVE ALBION: Stockdale, Bruno, Duffy, Dunk, Bong; Knockaert, Kayal, Sidwell, Skalak; Baldock, Murray. Subs: Maenpaa, Hunt, Stephens, Norwood, Murphy, LuaLua, Hemed.
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Writer Becci Sharrock penned Letters To Myself after spending six months working with people across Sunderland and South Shields.
As she met people, she handed out letter writing kits and collected the resulting letters.
She said: “Letters To Myself came about after hearing lots of friends talk about problems or situations and finish by saying something along the lines of, ‘I know what I’d say to myself if I were you’.
“I’m fascinated by the idea that we are sometimes unable to give ourselves the same brilliant advice that we give to friends and family.
“I’m interested in how we might become better at talking to ourselves, and what advice we would offer if we could.”
The show is coming to Arts Centre Washington, in Fatfield, on Thursday, September 8.
In January, Becci was awarded seed funding from The Cultural Spring which allowed her to test her idea with a whole host of groups from Sunderland and South Shields.
She said: “Working with Cultural Spring has been amazing and has allowed us to get out and about, meeting so many interesting people along the way.
“We’ve been in libraries, cafes, empty shops, talked to writing groups and WIs and even run workshops in schools.
“At every session we hand out free letter writing kits and simply ask those that we meet to consider writing a letter to their past, present or future selves. Then, if they want to, they can send it back to us so we can use it in the making of the show.”
Becci added: “It’s been so inspiring to read everyone’s stories and experiences. People have been really generous and open with us and that’s a real privilege.
“The pressure’s now on us to make a show that does justice to that. We can’t wait for everyone to see it, to meet some of our letter writers again and see what they think and finally to get the show out on the road.”
Anyone who would like to write a letter for the project can do so by visiting www.letterstomyself.org.uk
Letters To Myself has been supported by Cultural Spring, The Sammy Johnson Memorial Fund and using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Tickets for the 7.30pm show cost £8.50 with a £6 concession. To book, go to www.artscentrewashington.co.uk or call 0191 561 3455. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/theatre/theatre-show-asks-people-to-write-letters-to-their-past-and-future-selves-1-8091033 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/e67900ee39264d0d8ff919ffc8fbaff7393ed53b101bb26f12ab616b13828e2b.json |
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The Creation Station’s hands-on art and craft exploration sessions give young children the chance to safely experiment with a wide range of materials, tools and ideas.
Rachel McLauchlin is leading the weekly, term-time programme for youngsters and their parents or carers at Westoe Crown Community Hub and Cleadon Park Library.
Rachel is a mum to two children and has spent her spare time volunteering in a local nursery where she said she has had the enjoyment of working with some creative minds.
To celebrate the launch, everyone buying a trial session will get a second session for free.
Rachel said: “I am really excited about bringing the Creation Station to South Shields.
“Our aim is to inspire children’s imaginations through our specially designed art and craft activities and products.
“As well as being terrific fun for both child and adult, the sessions encourage positive parenting skills through practical creative play.
“Creating their own piece of art each week also helps develop a child’s thinking and creative skills.
“Another plus point for parents is that even when we get messy using paints and clay they don’t have the worry and stress of cleaning up like they would at home.”
For further information contact Rachel on 07393 425666 or visit www.thecreationstation.co.uk to download a free booklet of play ideas.
The Creation Station programme was founded in 2002. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/south-shields-sessions-aim-to-make-children-creative-1-8096053 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/36e3eee462f4d3985b975d2c23ceb990861396bc4be56617e7c29d4240e04945.json |
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Council chiefs have closed the doors on Haven Point in Pier Parade after confirming a pipe has burst.
It is unclear how long the venue, which was opened less than three years ago at a cost of £16m, will remain shut to the public.
Signs on the door state the building is closed due to technical difficulties.
A statement from South Tyneside Council said: “South Tyneside Council is advising residents that Haven Point is closed until further notice, due to a burst pipe.
“People are reminded that they can use any of the borough’s other leisure facilities at Hebburn Central, Temple Park, Monkton Stadium or Jarrow Pool.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/burst-pipe-forces-closure-of-south-shields-leisure-centre-1-8095442 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/a9fc66778b30aacf0ac00e3de8ea864d0bc3626150cf14fc8fe476a86dba5328.json |
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The Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk will take place in Bents Park, on Saturday, October 8.
People have all sorts of reasons for taking part in Memory Walk – it can be in memory of a loved one, to celebrate someone affected by the condition or simply to create memories with family and friends Rebecca Scott, Alzheimer’s Society
There are two walks, covering either 1.5km or 7km, both starting at 11am and participants must register in advance.
The event is for people of all ages and abilities, from grandparents to grandchildren, and even four-legged friends – all celebrating loved ones affected by dementia, and raising money to reclaim the future.
Melissa Derbyshire, 28, has been on a mission to educate people about the condition since the death of her grandad, Jonathan ‘Jonty’ Todd in 2014.
She said: “I’m walking for my grandad – he was a real hero because of the way he fought this terrible disease.
“Now I want to do all I can to raise awareness and money for the Alzheimer’s Society in the hope that one day a cure will be found. No family should have to endure the heartbreak of seeing their loved ones go through what my grandad did.”
After Mr Todd was diagnosed with vascular dementia, Melissa read up about the condition.
She said: “Now I talk about dementia every opportunity I get. It helps to keep my grandad’s memory alive but also educates others about the condition.
“I’m really looking forward to Memory Walk. I’ve never done anything like it before and I plan to have a photograph of granddad printed on the back of my Memory Walk T Shirt so people know why I am doing it.”
Memory walk officer Rebecca Scott said: “People have all sorts of reasons for taking part in Memory Walk – it can be in memory of a loved one, to celebrate someone affected by the condition or simply to create memories with family and friends.
“It’s heartening to see Melissa getting involved. Her granddad clearly meant a great deal to her and now she has become a fantastic supporter of the Alzheimer’s Society.”
Register at www.memorywalk.org.uk or call 0300 330 5452. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/walk-in-tribute-to-loved-ones-at-south-shields-memory-walk-1-8094323 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/a93fa9f518cfa817baf2511ef4170b1994d889535d09d405fdbb2df56e8beefc.json |
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We relish any opportunity to don our stretchy waistbands and get stuck in. But don’t get in a pickle if you’re stumped about where to take a bite out of the national day.
One of Saucy Burger's creations
We’ve ‘sauced’ some of the best places in the area where you can celebrate with a meat treat.
•Saucy Burger, Hylton Riverside, Sunderland.
The Willy Wonka of burger joints, Saucy Burger serves everything from Monster Munch to Honey Nut Cheerios with its burgers. Best wear a bib! Get a 20 percent off voucher at https://nationalburgerday.co.uk
•Holy Smokes, Derwent Street, Sunderland
Holy Smokes
Never ones to shy away from meat (they even serve some versions in metal bin lids), Holy Smokes is offering a half price deal on all its burgers on National Burger Day. Ones to look out for include the Dirty Elvis, served with cheese, onion rings, peanut butter, BBQ sauce and bacon. Leave your diet at the door, folks.
•Fat Hippo, Saddler Street, Durham City
Famed for its tender patties, Fat Hippo is offering three limited edition burgers on National Burger Day. They are: the Bubba Gump, served with Cajun shrimp; the Hog Rider served with cheese, hog rasher and smoked chilli jelly and Buffalo Soldier served with cauliflower fritters. The North East chain, which also has branches in Newcastle, is also offering 20 percent off food and drinks all day (only exclusions are items on lunch menu or if a customer goes for the Hippo Hour offer)
•No 2 Church Lane, opposite Sunderland Empire
A newcomer to the burger scene, No 2 Church Lane offers a good range of vegetarian and vegan burgers, as well as the classics. With options such as roast beetroot, goat’s cheese and honey-glazed walnut served on a potato roll, animal-lovers needn’t miss out on the fun. With around 70 beer options, it’s a great place for a pint to wash it down with too.
•Longhorns, above the Dun Cow, Sunderland
You won’t be shortchanged at Longhorns on National Burger Day. They’re offering buy-one-get-on-free on its Burgercue menu.
•Bavaria, Vine Place, Sunderland
Fancy a burger that thinks outside the box? German bierkeller Bavaria serves its burgers as a choice of buffalo, wildboar or kangaroo. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/eating-out/six-places-that-really-cut-the-mustard-for-national-burger-day-1-8086759 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/80a6c1b08a4e2e33ed7420176385235c81c96789340a1af9c3d823b20cd86e83.json |
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The charred metal ‘plane’ visible as you taxi up the runway is a training facility used by the airport crews to practice their emergency firefighting techniques.
On the one hand, seeing the mock up of plane gives you confidence in knowing the firefighters have been brushing up on their skills. On the other hand, “Oh My GOD! We’re all going to die in a blazing fireball!” springs to mind.
It’s like sitting down to a meal in your favourite restaurant while the waiting staff practice the Heimlich manoeuvre on dummies through the kitchen service hatch.
At least the training team weren’t carrying out a full-on emergency exercise as we headed off on our hols.
Given the airport operates all year round, there must be a time when passengers heading off to the Costa Del Sol are greeted by a firefighters tackling a raging inferno from their cabin window.
As I’ve touched on in the past, my wife has a terrible fear of flying.
It’s is something in recent years that she has overcome by a combination of experience, reasoned thought and copious amount of vodka.
Needless to say we departed and returned with little fuss.
What never ceases to surprise at airports is the madness of the carousel.
Isn’t it amazing how quickly you forget what your luggage case looks like?
We become luggage blind. Everyone does. Luggage blindness is contagious. It spreads like wildfire as people jostle for position around the carousel.
Cries of “that’s it, grab it Geoff. No, the blue one!” fill in the air.
There’s a collective madness grips all. People grabbing the wrong cases, shouting, crying.
The struggles that go on defy logic.
It’s as if they only have one chance to remove their case from the carousel.
Fail to claim your case and it drops off the end and into a pit of fire.
You see people jogging alongside their case grappling with the handles as if their life depended on it.
They haul them off with all the desperation of a coastguard plucking plane crash survivors from shark-infested waters.
Luggage blindness is an issue of memory put under pressure. A similar thing happens on the petrol forecourt at Sainsbury’s when you fill up the car.
You spend three minutes at pump number 3, but in the 30 seconds it takes to walk to the pay counter you forget it.
They should replace the numbers with more memorable indicators, like superheroes or horror movie villains. “Hannibal Lecter, and a Mars bar thanks.”
Or perhaps that’s just me.
I’ve always said there’s only two things wrong with me. One. I’ve got a terrible memory, and two, I’ve got a terrible memory. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/opinion/columnists/richard-ord-the-burning-issue-of-modern-air-travel-1-8086248 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/cf5969592f3ea1fca1f11d4e184988958990267c1afb17caf29de61efaac0ab1.json |
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Many allotment sites have been sold for housing, ignoring the erosion of green space.
Raised allotment-style beds.
I don’t have an allotment but my gardening was inspired as a child by my Uncle George, who had a double allotment near Gateshead’s Saltwell Park.
A report in May, commissioned by the National Gardens Scheme from the King’s Fund called Gardens and Health, wants more interaction between government departments responsible for health, the environment, planning and local government to exploit the potential of all forms of gardening.
The NAS aims to protect, promote and preserve allotments and has called for everyone to do their part in preserving land:
Allotment associations – protect your site, register as a community asset.
Cauliflower Amsterdam.
Allotment Federations – keep allotments in the public eye, make sure they are mentioned in the Local Plan and lobby your councillors and MPs.
Councils – preserve and value your allotment service, as it has the potential to deliver some of your public health targets.
Plot-holders – join the NAS and support your regional allotment network to promote the allotment movement.
Aspiring plot-holders – do not be put off by a long wait – sign up for a plot now; without waiting lists, allotment authorities cannot assess demand.
NAS President Karen Kenny said: “We are proud of the Allotment Movement in Britain and its continued success in offering opportunities for families to provide for themselves, whilst also being a valuable resource to diverse groups of people.”
For further information, visit www.nsalg.org.uk
JOBS FOR THE WEEKEND
Pinks and carnations can be propagated by layering. Propagate irises by dividing the rhizomes if not done last month.
Rock garden plants, such as Helianthemum, Aubrieta and Dianthus can be propagated from cuttings at this time of year.
Keep picking flowers from the cutting garden to encourage more flower buds to form and open.
Mid- to late August is a good time of the year to apply biological controls for vine weevil. Grubs will be starting to hatch and soil temperatures are now suitable for the nematodes to be effective. Target vulnerable plants such as Rhododendron, Camellia and containerised plants including fuchsias.
Black spot on roses is very common at this time of year, and spraying will no longer be effective. Clear fallen leaves and burn them to prevent spread.
Mow lightly and frequently so that short grass clippings can remain on the lawn during hot summers to act as a moisture-retentive mulch. Excess thatch can be scarified out during autumn maintenance next month. Mulching mowers cut the clippings even finer than normal rotary blades, making the mulch less visible.
Start harvesting your main crop potatoes as the leaves yellow and die back. Try storing your potatoes in hessian sacks which exclude light but allow adequate ventilation.
Sweetcorn is ready when you can pop a corn with your thumbnail and the juices are milky.
On a dry sunny day, collect seeds of herbs such as dill, fennel, caraway and chervil and dry in a warm spot out of direct sunlight. Chervil must be sown immediately.
Keep an eye out for potato and tomato blight and remove and destroy any affected plants immediately to prevent its spread.
CONTACT
For more on these topics, plus cook what you grow, traditional recipes, North East information, environmental news and more, log on to www.mandycanudigit.co.uk (now smartphone friendly), www.sunderlandecho.com/gardening, follow me on Twitter @MandyCanUDigIt or you can like me on Facebook at Mandycanudigit | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/lifestyle-etc/home-and-garden/gardening-inspired-by-the-joy-of-my-uncle-s-allotment-1-8065455 | en | 2016-08-12T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/855a38fd75e37b8ecd0455dd27e0895f7af444894e0b43ee2e7f800558389c41.json |
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Steamboat hosted Kennedys A in Game One with the latter taking a 9-3 aggregate lead into the match. Earnie Hudson was in fine form to make the final score Steamboat 1 Kennedys A 11, the latter completing a 20-4 aggregate win.
In the next cup quarter, Westoe Bar travelled to the Legion Bar taking an 8-4 lead into the tie.
The match finished Legion Bar 5 Westoe Bar 7, the latter winning 15-9 on aggregate to progress.
Cranny were visitors to the Wouldhave in the third cup quarter final with the hosts carrying an 8-4 advantage into the game.
The match finished Wouldhave 7 Cranny 5 and 15-9 on aggregate.
The final cup quarter saw Prince Edward A host Boldon Lad, the latter holding an 8-4 advantage going into the match and the hosts won to progress.
The first quarter final in the Trophy for teams ranked 9 to 16 featured Voyager B at home to White Ensign, with the visitors trailing 9-3 on aggregate, and the final score was Voyager B 10 White Ensign 2 to secure a 19-5 aggregate win.
Westoe Room Originals hosted Red Hackle B in the second Trophy quarter holding a 7-5 advantage going into the match.
Peter Buglass x16 (32) rounded off with a 19-dart leg win against Aaron Fontaine to make the final score Westoe Room Originals 9 Red Hackle B 3 and 16-8 on aggregate.
The Vigilant hosted Green Baize A in the third trophy quarter final with the tie on a knife edge after a 6-6 draw in the first leg.
A Harry Faulkner x8 (16) win against Albert Watson made the score 8-4 to the Hosts and 14-10 overall.
The last Trophy quarter final featured Bridge Hotel at home to Prince Edward B, the scores level at 6-6 after the first leg draw.
Chris Allen x9 (36) beat Alan Shaw to make the final score Bridge Hotel 8 Prince Edward B 4 and a 14-10 aggregate win.
In the Plate for teams ranked 17 to 24, Trimmers were gifted a 12-0 walkover win as the Mariner were unfortunately unable to field a side.
This was enough to give Trimmers a 17-5 aggregate win.
The County had to overcome an 11-1 deficit as they hosted Buzzers. The match finished County Hotel 8 Buzzers 4 with the latter securing an overall 15-9 aggregate victory.
Voyager A took a 7-5 aggregate lead into the game away at Morgans. Jamie McNaney x2 (4) beat Carson McKeith as the match finished Morgans 9 Voyager A 3 giving the hosts a 14-10 aggregate victory.
Marsden Inn hosted Nomads with the hosts leading 7-5 on aggregate going into the match which finished Marsden Inn 6 Harton &Westoe Nomads 6, the draw enough to give Inn a 13-11 aggregate victory. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/other-sport/shields-super-6-darts-league-host-cup-competitions-1-8090458 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/6b8fe571d7305bd3d952b84abbdff0438fa20b7f63f74583a5d5b79c215625ab.json |
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The man was in company with another man at the time of the incident.
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From the Fab Four to a 21-mile tunnel, from Vietnam to Gemini 10, we take a retrospective daily look back to an eventful month half a century past.
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1 July 1966: Manuel Santana becomes first Spaniard to win Wimbledon.
2: Billie Jean King wins first of six Wimbledon singles championships to start 12 Grand Slam event wins.
The Beatles become first group to perform at Tokyo's Nippon Budokan Hall, fueling protests from locals who deemed it inappropriate.
France launches first of 44 nuclear weapon tests in South Pacific Ocean.
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3: More than 30 protesters arrested at a violent demo by estimated 4,000 anti-Vietnam War objectors outside London's US Embassy.
4: The Queen and Prince Philip escape injury when a woman smashes a beer bottle against their Rolls-Royce then two minutes later a 30-pound concrete block, hurled from fourth floor of a Belfast building, hits the limo bonnet.
5 Public shares of fast food franchise McDonald's Corporation open at $32 each on New York Stock Exchange.
6: East African nation Malawi becomes republic, two years after being granted independence from UK.
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7: Air-to-air missiles are used for first time in combat as American F-105 fighters are fired upon by MiG-21 jet rockets over North Vietnam.
8: Prime Minister Harold Wilson and French Premier Georges Pompidou conclude three days of London conferences by agreeing to build 21 mile long tunnel underneath the English Channel.
9: British Open golf tournament at Muirfield was won by Jack Nicklaus, first of three victories in the tournament, to help him become only fourth player to win Grand Slam.
10: Six-day heat wave begins across The States, killing hundreds of Americans as temperatures remain above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
11: World Cup begins on home soil with hosts England and Uruguay locked in 0-0 bore draw before 75,000 Wembley crowd.
12: America's long hot summer sparked hydrant riots that, after protests led by Dr Martin Luther King, led to black residents sharing white-only pools to cool down.
13: Landmine blast near Israel's border with Syria kills two soldiers and a civilian to prompt "Operation Wind" hostilities over Jordan.
14: Plaid Cymru, political party advocating independence for Wales, takes first Westminster seat in 41-year history as president Gwynfor Evans becomes MP.
15: 'Nam warfare escalates, despite global condemnation, as US scrambles record 121 bombing missions against North Vietnamese targets.
16: Bob Dylan releases landmark Blonde on Blonde album.
17: Passenger boat Bridlington Queen springs leak and sinks off East Coast with 20 lives saved by pleasure craft rescues.
18: Cape Kennedy launches Gemini 10 with John Young and Michael Collins, after docking with orbiting Agena target vehicle, reaching unprecedented 474 miles above Earth altitude.
19: Defending world champs Brazil unceremoniously leave World Cup after Portugal's 3-1 Liverpool win as superstar Pelé becomes injured 30 minutes into the match, leaving thousands of Rio fans crying and fighting.
20: PM Harold Wilson announces "July measures" to avoid devaluation of sterling in face of £350,000,000 balance of payments deficit, exacerbated by seamen's strike. Prices and Incomes Act amounted to most stringent economic measures since World War II with 10% hike in income taxes, fuel surcharges and alcohol.
21: Geneva treaty historically saw global giants USA and Russia agree "Outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, is not subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty by means of use or occupation, or by any other means."
22: British cruiser Prince of Wales, with 39 people on board, hits Mawddach River toll bridge at Penmaenpool, capsizing to claim 11 lives, four of them children.
23: PM Harold Wilson officially opens Liverpool's iconic Cavern Club, featuring new entrance, shop, boutique, coffee lounge and eatery while retaining original basement vaults.
Deaths of From Here to Eternity lead actor (and Clash hero) 45-year-old Montgomery Clift, and Enola Gay Tibbetts (named checked by OMD), 73-year-old mum whose name became associated with first wartime atomic weapon after son Colonel Paul W Tibbetts' naming of B-29 bomber that hit Hiroshima in '45.
24: Birth of Martin Keown, Arsenal defender who made over 300 appearances and won nine major trophies, since becoming BBC Match Of The Day TV football pundit.
25: Commons voted to nationalise nation's steel industry, bringing country's 14 largest steel producers under control of one corporation.
26: Box office hit William Holden, star of Sunset Boulevard, The Bridge on the River Kwai and The Wild Bunch, kills driver as his Ferrari overtakes on an Italian road at over 100 miles per hour.
27: TUC chiefs vote to call off strikes threatened during six-month pay freeze as part of governmental austerity measures.
28: Birth of The Beast, Miguel Ángel Nadal, whose physical prowess would serve Spain well in three World Cups.
29: Bob Dylan injured in motorcycle crash near his Woodstock home, after which he would live in seclusion and not be seen in public for over a year.
30: The Beatles "Yesterday ... & Today" album tops American charts, staying there for five weeks. Oh, and we win the World Cup!
31: First tournament mascot World Cup Willie lion and rest of our nation continue to celebrate England's historic success, never (yet) repeated.
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Students at Boldon School have been praised by headteacher Elizabeth Hayes as they picked up their GCSE results.
The percentage of pupils gaining five or more GCSEs at grades A* to C was 57 per cent the same as last year.
Boldon School pupils pick up their results
However, the number of students gaining A* - C grade in English rose by seven per cent to 85 per cent compared to last year's figures.
It's an improvement Mrs Hayes is extremly proud of, as she praised her pupils.
She said: "It was really exciting before I opened the doors to the students as we have had a lot of students who have done incredibly well.
"We have maintained the standards tha we had last year and we have gone up in performance in individual subjects. English has gone up 85 per cent which is a fantastic achievement for our students.
Congratulations to the class of 2016 as students pick up their results. L-R Shannon Dunn, Sian Robinson, Lauren Holder, Ewan McKenzie, Emma Robson and Kayla Davison.
"We have had lots of students who have got As and A*s.
"It's lovely to see, when a person has done better than they expected and to celebrate their achievements whatever their achievement may be."
She added: "It doesn't get any easier. I have been doing this for 35 years and it's still just as hard. It's the same feeling every year of feeling nervous. But it's wonderful to see their smilng faces and lots of excitement.
"I'm delighted with the results the school has achieved. We have maintained the standards of those who achieved A* to C grades so I am absolutely delighted with out results. We have had some excellent performances in individual subjects including Maths, ICT, Sport.
"There has not been one subject where there has been a disaster which is wonderful."
Despite being nervous about picking up their results, students who arrived at the school in New Road, Boldon, spoke of their relief when they finally opened their envelopes to discover their grades.
Lauren Holder, 16, from Boldon opened her results to discover she had three A*s, six As, one B and one C.
She said: "I felt totally fine last night just excited. I did expect a little bit less than what I achieved so I'm really happy with what I got.
"It was really hard to study for the exams. I was constantly in the hosue. I'm just really happy it is all over."
Lauren hopes to become a pharmaceutical researcher.
Sian Robinson, 16, from Boldon achieved one A, seven Bs and one C. She is hoping to one day to either become a forensic pathologist or cardiovascular surgeon.
She said: "I just feel overwhelmed, sick and nervous but happy, very happy. I thought I wasn't going to pass some of them but I passed them all."
Shannon Dunn, 16, from Hedworth achieved seven Bs. one C and one D in her exams. She said: "I was very neverous and scared that I wasn't going to pass.
"I was just relieved when I got here and that I got the grades and I'm happy that I achieved the grades I wanted." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/gcse-results-praise-for-pupils-as-school-stays-on-exam-success-target-1-8089224 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/cbc401bdb5b32e41e4ba13fb9ac12e7ece373d8895526ae6640320eceb95edf3.json |
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There are people everywhere walking around catching Pokémon on their mobile phones.
Chicken satay.
If you haven’t got a clue what Pokémon Go is, here’s a quick run-down ...
It’s a gaming app that you download on your mobile phone. In the game, players use the smart device’s GPS and camera to capture, battle, and train virtual creatures, called Pokémon, who appear on the screen as if they were in the same real-world location as the player.
The Pokémon pop up in different, random locations, so if you want to ‘catch em all’ you have to walk around until one appears within your vicinity.
It seems that everyone is playing it and the craze keeps growing!
Press-ups.
I was at the park with my kids on Wednesday evening and I overheard a lady shouting at her husband for spending more time catching Pokémon than spending time with his family. That’s how addicted people are. Crazy, right?
Anyway, can the Pokémon Go app really help your fitness?
Yes and no ...
If you’re quite inactive then this game can be great. It will turn you from sedentary to active quite quickly. If you really dislike exercise, the game can make it more fun! In fact, you may get that caught up in the game it may not seem like exercise at all.
Or if you find it hard to motivate your kids to exercise then why not play this game with them? My four-year-old son Max loves it. He doesn’t need any encouragement to be active but he is always asking to go out and catch Pokémon.
If you find yourself in a sedentary job and normally go home to relax and watch the TV all night, it will give you an extra incentive to get out and do some walking. I’ve even seen people walking around at dinner time catching Pokémon on their dinner break.
If you’re a gamer and you normally spend hours in front of a computer screen, then walking around and getting some fresh air can only benefit you too.
And, if you’re a fitbit user it will bump up your miles and daily steps.
However, if you’re already quite active then the Pokémon Go app isn’t going to improve your fitness at all ...
What can you do instead?
1. Change Your Routine. People are attracted to the mystery of Pokémon Go. Where will the characters be hiding? Which characters will we catch? You can replicate this element of fun and surprise by incorporating it into your fitness routine. Boot Camp, for example, has grown in such popularity because participants don’t always know what’s coming next. What’s tomorrow’s workout? Can I keep up? If boot camp isn’t your thing, consider trying any new activity or workout. The novelty and uncertainty can be enough mystery to get you hooked.
2. Give Yourself Incentives. One of the reasons Pokémon Go is so successful is because it offers incentives. Every level conquered means new rewards and new Pokémon “gear” to help you reach the next level. So set yourself some fitness targets. It could be running 5km fun run, performing 20 press ups, completing a marathon, anything that challenges you. Then when you achieve your goal, reward yourself. Maybe you could buy new running shoes or an activity tracker. Buying something that helps you in the pursuit of what you want to achieve positively rewards behaviour and effort and makes it more likely you will succeed at the next level.
3. Have Fun and Get Empowered. While it’s fun and feels great to capture a rare Charmeleon on Pokémon, you’re going to feel a much bigger sense of accomplishment if you run your first marathon, join a boot camp or complete a fitness challenge. The amount of time, effort and sacrifice that went into achieving those goals makes it even more empowering. And if you join a group based training class you will have plenty of fun too!
My advice:
If you’re curious download the app and see what all the fuss is about but don’t let it take over your life ...
But be a player in your own life. Put more effort into your health and fitness, improve your energy and create the excitement. Let’s make it so the pursuit of the best version of ourselves is not rarer than a Pokemon character.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Satay chicken with avacdo salad
This Chicken Satay recipe is great for a quick and easy lunch.
It may take a little prep the night before but you can eat it cold or warmed up the next day.
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 large chicken breast, diced
1/2 avocado, sliced
2 spring onions, sliced
1/4 carrot, sliced
6 sugar snap peas, sliced for the Satay Sauce:
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp honey
Method:
Make the sauce by putting all of the ingredients into a bowl and stirring until combined. Coat the chicken in the satay sauce and set aside for a few hours in the fridge.
When you’re ready to cook, spread the chicken evenly on a baking tray and place under the grill for 20 minutes or until cooked through (turning half way through).
Serve with the fresh salad.
EAST COAST WORKOUT
Squats and press-ups
Here’s a challenge workout for you that consists of only two exercises ...
Repeatedly perform 10 squats and 10 press-ups (with good form) for 10 minutes without stopping.
Keep count of the number of sets you perform. Then try to beat your score in a few days time.
For an explanation of each exercise head over to my website and check out my latest blog post www.eastcoast-fitness.com
CONTACT
Your Trainer: Graham Low, owner of East Coast Fitness, is an award-winning personal trainer based in Seaham. The ex-professional footballer was nominated for the Small Business of the Year and Leisure Awards at the Sunderland Echo Portfolio Awards last year. Graham won the Leisure Award at the North East Hotels Association Awards while working as gym manager at Seaham Hall in 2012. For personal training, boot camps –
eastcoast-fitness.com/boot-camp/ – small group training and online programmes email graham@eastcoast-fitness.com or visit www.eastcoast-fitness.com | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/health/shaping-up-could-pokemon-go-be-the-latest-fitness-app-1-8044825 | en | 2016-08-02T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/69792d8efa5cdb63cb1362bd5382f0333da71199ce1e4d9bfb6457f8a28417e2.json |
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Netflix
Netflix continues to be a fertile space for new programming, with original shows once again dominating September’s line-up.
From gripping crime thrillers to fascinating documentaries, we’ve picked out some highlights to get you started.
Tangerine
What is it? An acclaimed indie flick shot entirely using iPhone cameras. This day in the life portrait of two transgender prostitutes is an energetic, funny and superbly-acted tour de force of low-budget filmmaking, with surprises and invention emanating from every frame. Unlike anything else out there.
When can I watch it? September
Narcos (Season 2)
What is it? Narcos took the world by storm when its first season debuted back in 2015. Season 1 ended with the the authorities closing in on notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar, and Season 2 looks to get a lot more fraught as he struggles to cope with the mental pressure put upon him by the chase.
When can I watch it? September 2
The White Helmets
What is it? One area in which Netflix has really come into its own is its original documentaries, which often take a look at more niche issues. The White Helmets tells the story of a group of brave volunteer rescue workers in Syria, while looking at the humanitarian crisis in the region and its glimmers of hope. Sure to be a poignant take on one of the worst conflicts of our time.
When can I watch it? September 16
Easy (Season 1)
What is it? This Netflix original comedy comes from the mind of Joe Swanberg and has a fairly unique premise; an anthology series that takes a diverse group of people from Chicago and has them tackle issues such as love, sex, technology and culture. The show has been kept fairly under wraps up to this point, but high-profile guest stars (including Orlando Bloom) have been teased.
When can I watch it? September 22
Amanda Knox
What is it? Making A Murderer swept through Netflix like a wild fire with its true crime investigations, and now, this one off documentary looks to incite similar responses around the case of Amanda Knox, who spent four years in an Italian jail in 2007, before later being cleared of her alleged crimes. The case made shock waves around the world, and this doc should be no different.
When can I watch it? September 30
Marvel’s Luke Cage (Season 1)
What is it? Marvel hero Cage has already made a barnstorming appearance in Jessica Jones, but now he gets his own series. The first season will be dealing rather predictably with the hero’s origin story, but when you consider just what the show is building towards (Avengers-style supergroup series The Defenders), it’s enough to get even the most casual comic book fan excited. Bullets don’t hurt him and he has super strength, so we should be in for a spectacular first season.
When can I watch it? September 30
Everything else coming to Netflix UK this September:
Behind Enemy Lines (September 1)
Transformers: Robots in Disguise: Season 1 (September 1)
I Am The Ambassador (September 1)
Baby Boom September 1)
Piranha (September 1)
Bang Gang (September 1)
We’ll Never Have Paris (September 1)
Wolf Warrior (September 1)
A Perfect Day (September 1)
Holy Hell (September 1)
Dukhtar (September 1)
Kulipari – An Army of Frogs (September 2)
Chef’s Table Season 3 France (September 2)
Invoked (September 6)
In-Lawfully Yours (September 6)
Fire Dragon (September 6)
Natural Selection (September 6)
From Dusk Til Dawn Season 3 (September 7)
Digimon Fusion: Season 2 (September 8)
Cedric’s Stand-Up (September 9)
Bald Mountain (September 10)
Saneamento Básico, O Filme (September 10)
Most Likely to Die (September 13)
Extremis (September 13)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (September 15)
Flushed Away (September 15)
From Fat to Finish Line (September 15)
Natural Born Pranksters (September 15)
Only Fools And Horses Season 3 and 4 (September 15)
Cedric the Entertainer: Live from the Ville (September 16)
VeggieTales in the House Season 4 (September 23)
Audrie And Daisy (September 23)
Iliza Schlesinger: Confirmed Kills (September 23)
Once Upon A Time Season 6 (September 26)
Amazon Prime
There are a host of great films and TV shows coming to Amazon Prime UK in September, so we’ve picked out some of the highlights – from existential sci-fi to intense investigative thrillers.
Westworld
Here’s your chance to relive the cult classic that inspired HBO’s new TV version. Michael Crichton’s 1973 thriller takes in a hi-tech amusement park where paying guests rub shoulders with cyborg saloon workers and gunslingers. When two adventure-seeking patrons decide to spend some time in Westworld however, the programming goes wild, with perilous results.
When can I watch it? September 8
Room
Brie Larson won an Oscar for her heartbreaking performance in one of 2015’s most widely acclaimed movies. It tells the story of Joy (Larson) and her son Jack (Jacob Tremblay), who are held captive in a single room for seven years, with Joy yearning eternally for the freedom of the outside world, and Jack struggling to comprehend it. The two leads deliver us an emotional rollercoaster of a drama, packed with poignant moments and the occasional spike of joy.
When can I watch it? September 9
Boogie Nights
One of Paul Thomas Anderson’s defining masterpieces, Mark Wahlberg plays an eager and aspiring pornography actor in 70s California, swept up into the highs and lows of the chaotic scene. The film covers some serious topics, including excessive drug use and the dangers surrounding a career in the adult film industry, but is nevertheless a vibrant account of interesting characters trying to make their way in the world, and a parable about self-reflection.
When can I watch it? September 22
Transparent: Season 3
Jeffrey Tambor takes the lead in Transparent, now on its third season and proving to be a highlight of the modern TV calendar. Maura Pfefferman’s struggles to be accepted as a women late in her life aren’t over, and Jill Soloway’s tender story promises to provide the same delicate blend of wry comedy and relatable drama as ever.
When can I watch it? September 23
Spotlight
Spotlight beat out some pretty hefty competition to claim 2016’s Oscar for Best Picture, but it’s easy to see why. Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton and Rachel McAdams star as members of the Boston Globe’s team of investigative journalists, who worked tirelessly to expose the widespread but ignored abuse of children at the hands of Catholic priests in their city. And beyond. An eye-opening drama that’s fascinating and harrowing in equal measure, it lets the facts do the talking and avoids unnecessary grandstanding – instead showing how fearless fact-finding against a previously untouchable institution shed light on a ghastly, powerful conspiracy.
When can I watch it? September 30
Everything else coming to Amazon Prime UK in September:
Rakuen – Season 1 (September 1)
Manhattan – Season 2 (September 1)
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 2 (September 1)
Fallen (September 1)
Gods and Generals (September 1)
North Country (September 1)
Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment (September 1)
Superman – Unbound (September 1)
The Bachelor (September 1)
The Good German (September 1)
Big Miracle (September 4)
Christmas with the Coopers (September 4)
Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer (September 4)
Around the Bend (September 8)
Father’s Day (September 8)
The Trouble With Girls (September 8)
Blood Diamond (September 9)
April and the Extraordinary World (September 9)
Mon Roi (September 9)
The Nut Job (September 13)
Safe House (September 14)
Above the Law (September 15)
Ballistic: Ecks Vs. Sever (September 15)
Heart Condition (September 15)
The Reaping (September 15)
TMNT (September 15)
World According to Garp (September 15)
Wyatt Earp (September 15)
Chronic (September 19)
The Corruptor (September 22)
Meeting Venus (September 22)
Payback (September 22)
The Secret Garden (September 22)
Speedway (September 22)
Rattle the Cage (September 23)
Conspiracy Theory (September 25)
Cradle 2 the Grave (September 29)
Hearts in Atlantis (September 29)
Julius Caesar (September 29)
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (September 29)
Mortal Kombat (September 29)
A Walk Among the Tombstones (September 30)
The Hexecutioners (September 30)
Orphan (September 30) | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/cinema-tv/shows-to-watch-on-netflix-and-amazon-prime-in-september-1-8097730 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/9e54a9c04968c366a7278255858f6ad6f64f36b4af5e966fa5e73c57242f318a.json |
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Both have signed for the Mariners, and will be available for the trip to Chester-le-Street Town, subject to final Northern League ratification.
I can’t wait to play my first game.
Finnigan, from Jarrow, had been training with the Mariners since the start of pre-season, and has now received international clearance.
The forward, 29, most recently played in Botswana with Township Rollers, but has also played for the likes of Falkirk, St Johnstone and Gateshead during his professional career.
Clark, meanwhile, was Gateshead’s captain between 2010 and this summer, and has signed a dual registration deal with Shields, allowing him to continue with the Heed while also playing for Shields.
The 33-year-old defender started his career with Sunderland before also having successful spells with Hartlepool United and Gateshead.
Both players are available for Shields’ trip to Chester-le-Street Town in Northern League Division One tomorrow as they look to build on their 2-1 win over Seaham Red Star on Tuesday.
Finnigan was particularly pleased to get his deal done after a frustrating period waiting for clearance to come through.
He said: “It’s a relief that the international clearance has come through, because it has been frustrating having to watch from the sidelines in the first few games.
“That has just made me even more hungry to get started, though.
“I can’t wait to play my first game.
“I felt really sharp at the end of pre-season and managed to score a few goals in the friendlies, so it has been unfortunate to have a few weeks without a game.
“Hopefully I can hit the ground running, though, and make a difference for the team.”
Shields are facing a double-header this weekend, with a trip to Penrith on Monday to follow tomorrow’s game.
Assistant manager Lee Picton is expecting a tough two matches, but is hopeful the team can continue to progress.
He said: “It’s two games in three days, and I think now we’ve got a couple of other lads over the line, it’s going to help us enormously.
“It’s never easy to go to Chester-le-Street or Penrith, so they will be two good tests.
“Hopefully we can be spurred on from what happened on Tuesday, and another four or six points from these two games would set us up nicely.”
Shields are expected to be without Gavin Cogdon (hamstring) while Stephen Ramsey is a doubt for tomorrow’s 3pm kick-off at Moor Park, which has a post code of DH2 3RW.
Seats on supporters coaches to tomorrow’s match and Monday’s 2pm kick-off at Penrith are available by calling 0191 454 7800. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/local-football/local-leagues/south-shields-make-two-more-big-signings-1-8089661 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/6260723fd19b59462de6ae4a5a390a1721c6d6f73574cdb7721366fb4fffbbe4.json |
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Charles Crookston, of South Shields, said the band was the CC All Stars, which was his dad’s dance band.
Marcelle Curry got in touch about this photo.
Mr Crookston said the band was extremely popular with dance-goers, performing throughout the area at venues such as the Armstrong Hall, the Kings Hall and the Civic Hall, in Jarrow.
“You can see my dad (who was also called Charles) on the far right of the photograph, playing the accordion,” said Mr Crookston.
And although he was a multi-instrumentalist, the band leader’s instrument of choice was the double bass.
“He played all sorts of instruments,” reveals Mr Crookston. “He was self-taught, with the double bass being his favourite instrument.”
Such was the popularity of dance/swing bands, that Mr Crookston senior had four or five bands performing at the same time.
A fitter by trade, the talented musician, played until he died in his 70s.
His son remembers a few of the other people who performed in his dad’s band. They were Bobby Alton on clarinet, Jimmy Reid on drums, and, he thinks, Bobby Simpson on piano.
He said the band also featured a female singer, whose name evades him.
Do you remember seeing the band performing or indeed, can you name any of the other musicians who used get people up and dancing? If you can, please get in touch.
Also what do you remember of the golden days of the big band/dance/swing bands and the venues they used to play at?
Not too sure as to how many of the top American dance bands played over here, but if you did see some of the big band “big hitters” then how about sharing those memories?
Meanwhile, the same picture spread generated an email from Gazette reader Marcelle Curry.
“She writes: “Hi Peter, I’m the lady in the photo, behind the counter. My name was Marcelle Oley and I worked in my dad’s shop, Norman Oley general dealers, in Talbot Road, near the general hospital in South Shields.
“The photo in question was in the millennium book 2000, and given to all the babies born that year.
“It was taken by my sister Yvonne in 1960. My name was Marcelle Wilson when it was taken.”
Another reader, Michael Jerry, got in touch, asking me if I could include a very specific photo in the page.
As Michael explains: “I was in the South Shields DLI Cadet Band. In the 1960s we played on the football pitch before one of their games. Have you any photos please?
“I was the little drummer boy who played by myself before the band walked on the pitch.”
So far, a search of the Gazette’s photographic archive has drawn a blank, but I’ll keep looking. In the meantime, if anyone has any pictures of the event, please get in touch.
Also, if you have any requests of your own, be it for pictures or story ideas, then please get in touch.
Coming soon: A circus family’s search for their Shields roots, and much more. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/time-of-our-lives/going-back-to-the-big-band-days-1-8043685 | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/25d584c1d14e408911fb55fc24489f424fdba061f49958ec714219c1a112193c.json |
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BAFTA-nominated actor Rufus Sewell is cast alongside Jenna starring as Lord Melbourne, Victoria’s first prime minister. The two immediately connected and their intimate friendship became a popular source of gossip that threatened to destabilise the Government – angering both Tory and Whigs alike.
Tom Hughes stars as Prince Albert. Appearing in the drama from episode 3, Albert immediately makes an impression on the young queen, his first cousin. Although Victoria resisted attempts to rush her into marriage initially, her partnership with Albert was a success and they would ultimately produce nine children.
We caught up with former Doctor Who companian Jenna to find out about the drama. . .
Jenna explains one of the most useful aids to understanding Victoria was her sketchbook...
“I read her diaries but although those have her words they’re more about the rhythm of her writing and her emphasis and consciousness in a way. She’s very emphatic in her writing.
What she likes is in capital letters and underlined and it was very thorough and passionate but I think for me, the most interesting thing was her sketchbook because that is the one thing that has been untouched of her vision and what interests her and how she saw the world. I never knew Victoria was such a good artist but most of what she draws is very human and is not about grandeur or jewels or affairs of state in a way it is much more about nature, horses and people, drama and opera and when she was younger the heights of passion and emotion. She drew Lord Melbourne a lot at one stage and then obviously Albert as well as a lot of landscapes. It is interesting to see the world through her eye which you feel more from her when looking through her sketches.”
What helped your transformation into Queen Victoria?
“We went through a lengthy process with the contact lenses trying to find the right ones that would look natural and work on camera. There were a couple that made me look like a white walker from Game of Thrones but I would rehearse in the lenses and I kept them in all of the time because once you have them in, to look at yourself in the mirror and see yourself completely differently is fantastic. It was the make-up designer Nic Collins idea to go with the lenses because in all of the portraits the one thing that really sticks out are her eyes; they are so big and such a known feature about her.”
But ultimately Jenna explains it was finding the voice of Victoria that was the biggest challenge...
“As well as the relationship between crown and girl it was her voice that was most interesting because for me I start at a place of voice and can hear the voice very clearly before I play a person or character so I think finding a regal voice that was of the time, accessible but not inhibiting in a way was a challenge. I listened a lot to Emily Blunt in Young Victoria and Judy Dench in Mrs Brown and bridging that age gap.
“For speeches you had to up it a certain notch and then when behind closed doors with Albert, finding the more human elements to her because I think one of the biggest fears in period drama is being so stiff that you become talking heads and you have to be mindful of the etiquette and as a girl, she is impulsive. Also taking her through an age. Beginning at 18 and growing her up and yet doing that quite quickly and in less of a marked way, going from someone who is vulnerable and actually insecure and inexperienced yet someone who has a big sense of will and who is incredibly stubborn and flawed yet trying to get across her likeability through that. Trying to get her lust for life through all of that.”
Jenna tells us what it has been like to undertake such an incredible role and what she was keen to portray to an audience.
“Something we spoke about a lot was this idea of playing between state and private, between Victoria’s public face, her private face and going between those two worlds. When she is in her quarters she is undone and private. It’s about finding the human within the role of Queen and discovering the girl taking on this incredible responsibility.’
“With so much access to her diaries you know a liEle bit about what her daily life was like. On the day of her coronation, for example, she woke up at 4am and could hear the crowds outside and the cannons being fired. It is so fascinating to think of her experience inside the palace and outside those four walls and what her relationship was to the public.
“So it’s about fulfilling that on screen, seeing her the way we see her, as queen Victoria in this role that she plays but also seeing her as the girl that she was, behind the scenes and playing between the private and public worlds.”
Queen Victoria had a vast number of hidden talents, which meant that Jenna had to learn a whole new set of skills for this role.
“It was very interesting because once I got the job it was a matter of three weeks before I had to be on horseback riding on camera, ballroom dancing and playing the piano. I managed to get some Beethoven down. I have a piano in my house and I have wanted to learn for ages so it was the perfect opportunity. Tom (Hughes) is an amazing musician, he actually really could do it all and I could do one small section and then completely fudge the rest by methods which were rather ludicrous. Apparently she sings opera but I’m not so sure I would get those skills up to par but we will see!”
Victoria start on Sunday at 9pm on ITV with a 90-minute special and continues on Monday.
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I often advise start-ups, and the first thing I look at is the legal formation of the business.
For example, are you setting up a limited company? If so, are you up to date with all the obligations in the Companies Act that you need to comply with?
Maybe a partnership would be more appropriate as this saves you from all of the Companies Act requirements. However, as a partner in a partnership you could be personally liable for the business debts and so you need to give this serious consideration.
A limited liability partnership could be the answer, but a business solicitor will be able to advise you.
New businesses need to consider premises carefully.
Are business premises really needed in the first few months, and what’s the plan to pay the rent while the business gets off its feet?
You also need to consider the length of the lease, and how this fits in with your forecast for expansion.
You don’t want to limit your business expansion by being stuck in a long lease for inadequate premises.
You also need to consider whether your premises need any licenses, especially if your business is selling alcohol or showing live entertainment.
If you are going to take on staff, you should be up to speed with employment law.
Do you know what the National Living Wage is?
Are you familiar with the rules around holiday entitlement, the workplace pension, and statutory sick pay?
Make sure you know which documents you need to see from your employees to be satisfied of their right to work in the UK.
If you get this wrong, you may end up subject to a Home Office investigation and a hefty fine which could close your business.
However, like Byron Burgers, you might have a defence to this if you can show that you’ve carried out all the relevant checks required by law.
Depending on the nature of your business you will need clear terms and conditions or service agreements for your clients.
You will need to give your solicitor as much information as possible about the way your business will run, so that they can advise you about the T&C’s you need to protect your business.
However, T&C’s should always be a balance between protecting your business and being fair to your customer.
Make sure your T&C’s set out terms of payment very clearly.
Businesses should always budget for a level of bad debts but, if your debtor hasn’t responded to a final warning letter, you may be able to pursue a claim in the county court and try to get a CCJ against your client to manage recovery of the debt.
Having a robust debt recovery procedure in place is essential to avoid debts becoming stale.
l Paula Harris is Head of David Gray Solicitors’ Business Team which carries out work under the Law Society’s ‘Lawyers For Your Business’ scheme and assists many SMEs in all aspects of business work.
You can call for an appointment with Paula on 0191 243 8147 or Chat Live 24/7 at www.davidgray.co.uk. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/opinion/columnists/legal-eagle-setting-up-your-own-business-1-8063731 | en | 2016-08-16T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/e904df8cf8ec37271575b09651c6fb9effba0e5dc736e42f1f11383b8ed83d33.json |
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A magical world of fun, fantasy and adventure awaits young visitors to The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, in South Shields Market Place.
Children will be able to lose themselves in the depths of a jungle, under the sea or in outer space thanks to a completely immersive story telling experience.
StoryWorld will bring books to life with stunning backdrop projections, sound effects and a vibrating floor.
StoryWorld is one of the innovative facilities in The Word designed to provide children and young people with exciting opportunities to learn, engage and discover using the latest technology.
Councillor Alan Kerr, Deputy Leader of South Tyneside Council with responsibility for culture and leisure, said: “Instilling a love of reading and books in young children is one of the best gifts you can give them.
“The Word celebrates the written word in all its forms and aims to inspire creative ideas and create a legacy of literacy skills.
“StoryWorld is a fabulous facility that will absolutely delight youngsters. It will really stimulate their imagination and transport them into a magical world.”
The storyteller will be able to enhance the story by using nine themed backdrops with bespoke illustrations, including a forest, under the sea, princess castle, fantasy wizard and winter wonderland can be projected as scenes in which to set the story.
The space, which will be on the second floor of the venue, will also be used by OpenZone to support curricular activity with local school groups.
OpenZone, which will be moving from its existing location into The Word, will be able to provide up to 60 pupils at a time with the opportunity to use ICT to enhance their learning experience, develop new ICT skills and make their own computer games as part of the computing curriculum.
The Word, which will open to the public on October 22, will offer an exciting and inspirational celebration of the written word through a rolling programme of high quality exhibitions, events and workshops.
A spectacular exhibition about world-famous film director Sir Ridley Scott will launch the venue. The fascinating display will showcase six of his most well-known movies: Alien, Blade Runner, Gladiator, Robin Hood, Thelma and Louise and The Martian. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/new-south-shields-new-venue-offers-a-great-story-1-8082302 | en | 2016-08-22T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/11a1812f7774b6c05ced3b54cde5bf174ef530b1f28e1d975c8768620b955ef1.json |
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The Cultural Spring, a three-year Arts Council-funded project, launches its new programme of workshops across a host of venues next month.
Some of the sessions are free and others have a small charge to cover the cost of materials.
Emma Horsman, project director of the Cultural Spring, said: “Our autumn term of workshops is the culmination of three years of programming, and our workshops have been attended by more than 3,000 people so far.
“We’ll find out later this year if we will receive additional funding to continue the work of the Cultural Spring from 2017 onwards, but at this moment in time we turn our attention to supporting the groups that have emerged over the last three years in becoming sustainable so that they can continue long into the future.”
A jewellery making class is on offer at Boldon Colliery Community Association every Tuesday from September 13 to November 15, from 5pm to 7pm. There’s a voluntary contribution of £2 and it must be booked.
Contemporary jewellery making is on offer at No4 Cafe Bistro in East Boldon every Monday from September 12 to November 14, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. There’s a voluntary contribution of £3 and it must be booked.
Try calligraphy at Whiteleas Community Centre in South Shields every Thursday from September 15 to November 24, from 10am to noon.
Spooky Halloween ceramics are on offer at Chuter Ede CA in South Shields every Monday from September 19 to October 17, from 6pm to 9pm. It costs £3 and must be booked.
Explore literature at Whitburn Library every Tuesday from September 27 to November 1, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. There’s a voluntary contribution of £2 and it must be booked.
For full listings and to book places, go to www.theculturalspring.org.uk | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/new-series-of-cultural-spring-workshops-launched-as-dark-nights-draw-near-1-8088792 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/9f25b029ac580a13579fe18ef4321928f344d98bf0d80d94b79cc93e4dc840e2.json |
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This is always a testing time for family and relatives, and can sometimes result in our loved ones being admitted to a care home. This can be difficult to deal with, especially if you feel strongly that your relative would be better off being cared for by family.
If your loved one is adamant that they want to leave the care home, you may be unsure of whether this is ‘allowed’ and whether you will be stopped from taking them home. If your relative is being restrained, or lacks capacity to consent to being detained, it’s possible that they are being deprived of their liberty.
Everyone has a basic human right to freedom, and there are only a few situations when someone can lawfully be detained of their freedom.
Therefore, it should be assumed that your relative does have the right to freedom and liberty and you should question what is in place to authorise their deprivation of liberty.
In certain circumstances, the local authority can authorise to detain somebody under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
This most often takes place when the person is being cared for in a care home, and the local authority want to ensure that the person is not removed from that care home. The local authority do this when they believe it is in someone’s best interests to be cared for so that they get the medical treatment they need and do not come to any harm.
Although the local authority must follow a strict procedure before they detain somebody under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, the authority to detain can still be challenged by the detained person or their relatives. Although a challenge can be brought when the detained person wants to be discharged completely, a challenge can also be brought even if the detained person simply wants to change the conditions of their detention. This might happen when a person of middle age is placed in a care home with very elderly people. Alternatively, it might be if someone who has a mild condition is placed in a care home with other residents who have very advance conditions.
The person detained should always have a nominated representative, named in the paperwork as the Relevant Person’s Representative (RPR).
The person themselves can bring the challenge themselves, but their RPR can also challenge the detention. Importantly, the RPR can challenge the authorisation even if the detained person doesn’t want to. Both the detained person and the RPR will be automatically entitled to free legal aid regardless of their income.
If you have a loved one in a care home, and there are concerns about their detention which needs to be voiced, get in touch with a Court of Protection solicitor. They will advise you about the process of challenging a deprivation of liberty, and can help you get the ball rolling. The implication of issuing a challenge in the Court of Protection is that a specialist judge will consider your relative’s circumstances carefully and will recommend any changes that need to be made.
l Bethany Symonds is a trainee solicitor at David Gray Solicitors LLP. You can call for an appointment with Bethany or any member of the Court of Protection team on 0191 243 8160 or Chat Live 24/7 by visiting the website. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/opinion/columnists/legal-eagle-concerned-over-deprivation-of-an-oap-s-liberty-1-8076862 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/0428d149f63b4dfddcfabd87ea41b961e66e5e14b34020d1cc1ee7ac581b11dd.json |
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L'Equipe claim the Premier League club is ready to meet Sissoko's £30million asking price.
The 27-year-old has been given permission by France's football federation to travel to England to secure a move away from Newcastle.
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Tottenham Hotspur had a £16million bid rejected earlier today.
West Bromwich Albion are also understood to have tabled an offer, while Everton and Crystal Palace have previously shown interest in Sissoko, who wants to leave United in the wake of last season's relegation.
United manager Rafa Benitez spoke about Sissoko's future last week.
“We have had clubs asking about Sissoko,” said Benitez. “But the offers have not been good enough, and so he is still here.
“We don’t know what will happen now, but if they come with the right offer, maybe we can say ‘yes’.
“If it is not the right offer, then maybe he has to stay here. We will definitely not consider a loan deal. “We have had some bids, but they have not been big enough.”
Sissoko is yet to play for the club this season.
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The former X Factor star has stepped into the shoes of Whoopi Goldberg, who played the disco diva turned nun-on-the-run in the film of the same name.
Now a new tour of the comedy tale is hitting the road with direction and choreography from Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood, and has already racked up rave reviews in its first few weeks.
Channelling her inner Deloris follows Alexandra’s success in the role of Rachel Marron in The Bodyguard. And she says she’s enjoying getting in the habit.
“I am over the moon with the reaction so far – I think it’s natural to be nervous and apprehensive about what people will think, especially as the show is still within its first month but I honestly couldn’t have hoped for better.
“We as a cast are learning every day and always seek to improve so to know that already it has been so well received is just great.”
Like many, Alexandra was a fan of the 1992 film which spawned the musical.
“I watched the film when I was a lot younger and loved it,” she said. “What really sold the show to me was the soundtrack, so am I so pleased it has been turned into a musical and that I am a part of it.”
Those disco tracks lend themselves perfectly to Alexandra’s powerful vocals which led to her winning the X Factor in 2008.
Speaking about belting out those big tunes, she said: “I love it. A lot have people have said they feel like Deloris Van Cartier is not too dissimilar to myself – she’s a strong black female with a big voice, a huge personality and a passion for music. I have such a broad taste in music, so being able to get on stage each night, step into Deloris’s shoes and into the 70s is amazing.”
She added: “The show is actually quite different to the film, but the storyline is still the same. It’s filled with so much energy and has such a fun factor about it. The storyline is so unique, it’s not something you expect to see – a disco diva in a convent. It definitely adds a new dimension to the plot. The detail that has gone into this show is incredible. There’s so many comical parts throughout and the cast’s delivery is just phenomenal.”
Treading the boards is a new direction for the singer, whose X Factor win led to hit singles Hallelujah, Bad Boys and Broken Heels, as well as her own headline tours.
But despite the album releases, she says theatre has always interested her.
“It was always something I wanted to do but I just wasn’t sure when,” she said. “When the opportunity to star as Rachel Marron in the Bodyguard first came along I remember being apprehensive about taking it on because it was out of my comfort zone and I didn’t have much acting experience, if any at all.
“But it is honestly the best decision I ever made. I can’t even begin to explain just how much I have learnt from musical theatre. I think any artist who gets offered the opportunity to be part of a show should grab it with both hands.
“My confidence has grown immensely as a result and I have made some great friends throughout my journey so far. I am so thrilled to now be onto my second show and playing the new part of Deloris Van Cartier. I get to perform to a theatre of people day in day out, doing what I love, singing - I feel truly blessed that I am in position to do this.
“It is not a change of direction forever, my music is still the most important thing to me and along with the show’s schedule I do try and factor in time in the studio to work on my own material, which I hope to release towards the back end of 2017.”
It was her own music which last brought the star to the Empire for her headline All Night Long tour in 2011.
“I cannot wait to come back,” she said. “It is a completely different experience being part of a show as opposed to your own show.”
•Sister Act is at Sunderland Empire from September 5-10. Tickets available from the Box Office, via the ticket centre on 0844 871 3022 or at www.ATGtickets.com/Sunderland | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/theatre/interview-alexandra-burke-on-heading-to-sunderland-with-sister-act-1-8088500 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/f5d7ba28047528f92bdf9943930546b46842bead4d8b59956c6542db157b0860.json |
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Rafa Benitez wants to sign a winger before Wednesday night's transfer deadline.
And Atsu is understood to be the club's primary target.
Newcastle are looking to sign the 24-year-old on a season-long loan, though a permanent move has also been discussed according to Sky Sports.
Atsu joined Chelsea from Porto three years ago but is yet to make a first-team appearance for the club.
The Ghana international has had loan spells at a number of clubs, including Everton and Bournemouth.
United signed Daryl Murphy and Achraf Lazaar over the weekend.
The club moved up to fourth in the Championship after Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion at St James's Park.
Benitez was asked about the club's remaining transfer business after the match.
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The 22-year-old Burundi international originally moved to the Magpies from the Sky Blues in July 2012 and also had a loan spell back at the Ricoh Arena last season.
Bigirimana made 25 appearances for United in all competitions during his four years on Tyneside but hasn't featured for the first team since a League Cup tie at Morecambe in August 2013.
An NUFC spokesman said: "Everyone at Newcastle United wishes Gael all the best for his future at Coventry." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-midfielder-rejoins-coventry-on-permanent-deal-1-8091700 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/17deb3e0411f9f63bfa77b0177f3cbec8cf60b9ddb69a329a33207c283f404f3.json |
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Police made the discovery after being called to a disturbance in Brownlow Road on Wednesday night.
Police found 300-400 cannabis plants at a house in Brownlow Road
Three men had kicked a door at a house in the street before making off down an alley.
Officers attended and when they went into the house found between 300 and 400 cannabis plants in a front bedroom and the loft.
Police will now dismantle the farm and dispose of the cannabis plants.
Acting Neighbourhood Inspector Steve Prested said: "We simply won't tolerate drugs being harvested in our communities and this is a sizeable amount of cannabis that is now off our streets and cannot be sold on."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 1125 240816 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/crime/300-000-cannabis-farm-found-in-south-shields-house-1-8089189 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/bd34e9340206877e1c9cf725301ca249e05cb6b445c1a0a89cba08280a33f893.json |
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The Dolly Mixtures opens tonight at the Customs House in Mill Dam, South Shields.
The show, written by award-winning playwright and poet Tom Kelly and music star John Miles, tells the story of a group of eight women who set up a variety group and raised £100,000 when one of their husbands was diagnosed with cancer.
Director Ray Spencer said: “The whole team is amazing, but they always had to be to be able tell The Dolly Mixtures’ story. I’ve worked with Tom and John on three previous musicals and they have this real ability to touch the heart.
“On this occasion I’ve also worked with the gifted Mina Anwar as assistant director and choreographer and Dave Bintley as musical director. Together, with an exceptional cast, they have produced a truly special show.”
Mina, who appeared in BBC sitcom The Thin Blue Line, added: “I am so proud and honoured to be invited by Ray to be choreographer and assistant director for this wonderful musical. It’s such a heart-warming story, which we hope everyone will enjoy.
“The cast, crew and creatives have worked so hard to bring to the Customs House a glorious tribute to the real Dolly Mixtures.”
Also behind the scenes are costume designer Paul Shriek, lighting designer John Rainsforth, set designer David Wilkinson, and make-up and hair designer Karen Cummings.
The show runs until Saturday, September 3 and tickets cost from £15. To book, go to www.customshouse.co.uk or call the box office on 0191 454 1234. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/theatre/curtain-goes-up-on-inspirational-musical-the-dolly-mixtures-1-8084389 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/488f1aceb5c1de7551bdcf7c20577049d7659080ac57443ba3e74f1226723a70.json |
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Barely had the ink dried from Bradley Fewster's signature on a half-season deal for the Middlesbrough forward when Pools announced the switch of Heardman.
The 20-year-old Geordie joins Pools until the turn of the year and will come into contention for Saturday's League Two trip to Stevenage.
Heardman has enjoyed good reviews at Newcastle with local media pundits saying the last man of his height to bang in goals in a black & white jersey was Andy Carroll.
The young prospect, from Gosforth, stands 6ft 4in and has scored goals at youth and reserve level for the Magpies though he has recently recovered from a hip injury.
Heardman, who will have the no34 shirt in the squad, spent last week training with Pools at Maiden Castle, where he impressed Hignett and his right-hand-man Curtis Fleming.
“I’m really pleased that Tom is coming into the club,” Hignett told the Pools website.
“He’s come back to fitness in good form and has scored a few goals for Newcastle’s Reserve side this season so we want him to come here and kick-on.
“He’s a big lad who can put himself about and he’s something a little bit different to the other forwards we have in the squad at the moment."
Like Fewster, Heardman will not be eligible for the Checkatrade Trophy tie \at Notts County tomorrow night.
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Lee Shone, from South Shields, only decided to get into acting two years ago, but since then has seen his career quickly take off.
Lee Shone was a bare knuckle boxer.
The 40-year-old has already worked on two major films, and is off to London next week to begin filming his third.
He’s set to star as Trevor Lemon in My Name Is Lenny alongside Mad Max: Fury Road and X-Men: Apocalypse star Josh Helman, who takes on the title role.
The film tells the true story of bare-knuckle fighter Lenny McLean, also known as The Guv’nor.
Dad-of-four Lee’s first acting job was in Death Race 4, a Universal Pictures film in which he played himself, under his fighting nickname Leeroy. He starred alongside Lethal Weapon’s Danny Glover.
Author Steve Alten has asked Lee Shone if he can write him as a character in his next book. The writer also wants Lee to star in the next film adaptation of one of his novels.
Lee, who in his day job works in emergency response on offshore oil rigs, is also involved in upcoming movie The Middle Man, set in the world of crime, as Slug, as well as acting as fight choreographer.
He said: “I was contacted for My Name Is Lenny as the production people and Lenny’s son, Jamie McLean knew of me from my fighting days, which was a big honour. All the fighters in the film are real fighters like myself, Michael Bisping and Derek Heggie.
“I decided to get into acting two years ago because it’s something I’d always wanted to do and it’s just been crazy how quickly everything has happened. I started getting offered auditions for main roles in big movies straight away, but I didn’t want to do it that way. I wanted to start off small and work my way up.
“I’d never done any acting before so I didn’t feel like I could go straight into a leading role.”
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Lee’s name is quickly spreading in the movie industry, and he’s since been contacted for some big upcoming productions. He’s also found a keen supporter in famous actor Tom Hardy, who has been spotted many times wearing one of Lee’s signature fight T-shirts.
The Legend and Peaky Blinders star has been photographed wearing the T-shirt, that has ‘Lee Shone’ emblazoned across it, in the LA Times and at the Toronto Film Festival.
Lee said: “Tom Hardy got in touch with me and I went in to see him in his office and he offered me a role in his TV series Taboo. He wanted me to be the fight director but unfortunately I couldn’t do it because I wasn’t insured for that sort of thing.”
Lee is also set to be featured as a character in author Steve Alten’s next novel.
Lee Shone works in emergency response on oil rigs, using ropes to rescue people.
He said: “He was a fan of mine from my fighting and he reached out to me and asked if he could write me as a character into his next book. I looked him up and I couldn’t believe he wanted to do it, but of course I said yes.
“His book Meg is currently being made into a feature film starring Jason Statham, and Steve told me he wanted me to be in it, but unfortunately it was already cast and there were no roles left for me.
“But now he’s put me forward to a role in his next one, The Loch. Big things are coming.”
Before the sport of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) was around, Lee fought in bare-knuckle and No Holds Barred (NHB) style fights, which have no rules.
He also boxed and did pro MMA and was the first non-American to pass the famous Frank Shamrock elite team try-out in 2001 in the USA.
The accomplishment got him a title fight which he went on to win in 1minute 32seconds.
Lee said: “It’s bonkers how everything is happening, but I’m really excited to start filming My Name Is Lenny and for all the opportunities I’m getting.
“I’ve always wanted to do acting so I just decided to give it a go. It goes to show that anything is possible if you really go for it.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/big-break-for-bare-knuckle-boxer-turned-movie-star-lee-shone-1-8095255 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/c83642e2f0e5bd35098cc268a391d236fa48e3d3a1af6fb684639e0d605c7521.json |
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Northumbria Police say the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team (EOD) has entered the address in Lake Avenue, South Shields.
Traffic was stopped from entering the Lake Estate during the incident.
The EOD are still examining other items in the flat and will dispose of them appropriately.
It comes after residents were evacuated from their homes in the early hours of today.
Chief Superintendent Ged Noble said efforts were ongoing to find those who live at the house.
No one has been arrested in relation to the incident.
He said: "We need to speak to the occupant of the address, but we may need to speak to other people."
Police and paramedics at the edge of the cordon on Lizard Lane, South Shields.
A force spokesman said: "We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we make the flats safe.
"Currently this is being treated as a local incident and extra patrols remain in the area. "
A cordon remains is in place in the Lake Estate and police were called at around 4am after reports of a number of suspicious items.
Around 100 homes have been cleared by police.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "There is not believed to be any danger to the wider public but extra patrols remain in the area to carry out enquiries and reassure any concerned residents in the area."
The police cordon in place in Lake Avenue, South Shields.
Councillor Tracey Dixon, who represents the ward on South Tyneside Council, has told residents they can go to Temple Park Centre while the incident is ongoing.
A spokesman for South Tyneside Council said: “We are supporting residents who have been evacuated.
“The Waterline Suite in Temple Park Leisure Centre is currently being used as a rest centre for residents who have been moved from their homes and who cannot stay with family members or friends.
“Food and drink will be made available.
“We are liaising with the emergency services and will continue to monitor the situation.”
The Army's kit was used to assess the situation.
Elsie Manning, who lost her daughter Staff Sgt Sharron Elliott, 34, when her boat was blown up near Basra in November 2006, was one of those moved from her home.
She said: "At 6.20am there was a bang on the door and I opened it to find a policeman standing there.
"It was horrible, all the memories came flooding back.
"I just thought 'What's happened to my kids?'"
Alan Hall, of Cliffside, is among those who have been told to leave their homes.
The 47-year-old said: "We had a knock from the police telling us to evacuate within the next five minutes.
Police have cordoned off an area around Lake Avenue, South Shields.
"If you look down the street, you can see the blue lights and all the tape.
"I can see it down Lake Avenue and across the street.
"The police are not telling us anything."
Cleaner Carol Jones, 56, and her son Thomas, 17, were also among those woken by officers.
Carol, who has since headed to work, said: "We were kicked out of bed just after 6am.
"I heard them braying on the door.
"I went down and saw the officer at the door and got a shock.
"He said 'Sorry to disturb you madam, but can you get your family dressed and leave the property as soon as possible, there's a major incident just around the corner.'
"And I just thought 'What's going on?'
"He said he couldn't give us any further details, but there was a risk to the public.
"I'm lucky I have a car.
"I took Thomas round to my daughter's and I pulled up outside and rang to tell her I was at the door.
"She panicked and flew down the stairs, but I told her what had happened.
"I've had a phone call from a friend who said she'd heard there was explosives.
"We should get a phone call when we can go back."
Gale Spencer, who lives in Lizard Lane, is rallying round to ensure residents can keep warm.
She is welcoming people into her home to offer them hot drinks and the chance to use the toilet if they cannot get into their own house while the alert is ongoing.
Jacqui Lamb, her husband, and their sons Elliott, 23, and Ethan, 10, moved out of their home on the estate after they grew concerned about their safety, but live beyond the cordoned.
Jacqui said: "My husband took the dog for a walk and saw there was lots of police activity and came back.
"We thought we'd better move."
One man, who is in his 40s, is among those asked to leave their house.
He said: "I'm furious.
"We've been evacuated in the early hours and some people are old.
"I've seen people been wheeled out in their wheel chairs, but there's no where to go.
"This has been going on for a while and we're stuck."
A section of the Lake Estate closed off by police.
Elsie Manning, who has been moved from her home during the incident.
Police are keeping people away from the house in question.
The end of Lake Avenue, onto Lizard Lane, which has been closed off by the emergency services. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/controlled-explosion-carried-out-after-suspicious-items-are-found-at-south-shields-house-1-8090002 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/f483d405ac9ef80153186144651a95eff8eafbfeb4d66504df7b389440fb96fa.json |
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The club has been linked with a loan move for the 24-year-old, who has had a number of previous spells away from Stamford Bridge.
Asked about Atsu, Benitez said: “We don’t talk about the targets.
"We have players in different positions. I am really pleased with the squad and how they train, but we have to keep the balance."
Benitez is hopeful that Newcastle can sign up to three more players before the transfer window closes.
The Championship club has signed nine players so far this summer.
But Benitez, speaking ahead of tomorrow evening's home game against Brighton and Hove Albion, is still feels the squad is short of a striker and winger.
"It’s very difficult to have a manager who is really pleased with his squad," said United's manager.
"You always want to improve your squad with better players. We still need two or three players, players who are versatile and can play in different positions.
"We have to do some deals. We are loaning players, sending players, buying players, we have some names, targets.
"(Arsenal manager) Arsene Wenger was saying it is a very difficult transfer window and it is true because of the prices.
“We are trying very hard and we have been monitoring players but sometimes it depends on offers, wages, agents.
"We can afford players if it is necessary, but sometimes it is not easy because they won’t come to the Championship or they are in the Champions League."
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We see many housing clients who have had problems in their tenancy for several years but haven’t addressed these because they mistakenly believe that even if they lose their home the council will have to give them somewhere else to stay.
In reality, there is no automatic right to housing even if you are street homeless. The council only owe you a duty of accommodation when the criteria set out in the Housing Act 1996 is met.
In order to make a successful homeless application, you must be able to show:
l You are eligible for assistance. You are usually eligible if you are a British citizen and have always lived in the UK.
l Y ou have a connection to the local area. You must be able to show the local authority that you have lived in the area for a long time, or you have family or employment which links you to the area.
l You are homeless or have been threatened with homelessness.
l You are in priority need. This means that you are vulnerable because of a medical condition, or other circumstances.
l You are not intentionally homeless. You must be able to show that you haven’t lost your previous accommodation because of your own actions. If you have been evicted because of rent arrears, or anti-social behaviour, you may be considered intentionally homeless.
Unless you the local authority are satisfied that you meet this criteria you will probably not be owed a duty of long term accommodation, and would need to arrange your own place to stay.
We often take calls from people when their homeless application has been rejected by the council, and usually this is on the basis of intentional homelessness. There is a process to challenge the local authority’s decision, and you usually have 21 days to request a review of the decision. This usually involves writing to the council to set out the reasons why you disagree with the decision. There is sometimes legal aid available for this, which means that you might be able to get a solicitor to help you request a review and you will not have to pay any legal fees. If the council uphold their decision after reviewing it, there are sometimes circumstances when you can apply to the county court to ask a Judge to review the decision. If your homeless application has been refused, a specialist housing solicitor will be able to give you detailed advice on challenging this.
l Bethany Symonds is a trainee solicitor in David Gray Solicitors’ Housing Team. You can contact Bethany on 0191 232 9547 for an appointment or ChatLive via the website. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/opinion/columnists/legal-eagle-there-is-no-right-to-housing-1-8039073 | en | 2016-08-02T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/d15345a341f35008d05d1012de0d169e6cefba1de1b943c3b1874a799f43303a.json |
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And to mark the occasion, I’ve unearthed a couple of old photographs showing young people from South Tyneside receiving their awards.
I’m hoping that the pictures will evoke a lot of memories from those who are in the photograph.
If you were one of them, I’d love to hear from you, and of the times you had gaining your award.
Also, please get in touch with any memorable moments and unusual or noteworthy experiences you have had over the years when taking part in the scheme.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s award was conceived by Prince Philip when, in the post-war years, he was troubled by the fact that boys could leave school at 15 and spend three years drifting before they began National Service at the age of 18.
From modest beginnings in 1956, the D of E, as it is universally known to all those who take part in it, has grown to become a global phenomenon, operating in 140 countries and territories, with more than 2.4 million recipients in the UK alone.
Open to those aged 14 to 24, it is the best-known and arguably most successful enterprise established by any member of the Royal family.
The awards recognise adolescents and young adults for completing a series of self-improvement exercises modelled on Kurt Hahn’s solution to the so-called Six Declines of Modern Youth .
They were fitness due to modern methods of locomotion; initiative and enterprise due to the widespread “disease” of spectatoritis (watching rather than participating); memory and imagination due to the confused restlessness of modern life; skill and care due to the weakened tradition of craftsmanship; self-discipline due to the ever-present availability of stimulants and tranquillisers, and compassion due to the “unseemly haste with which modern life is conducted”.
To commemorate the 60th anniversary, adults who missed out on the award in their youth will have a unique opportunity to gain a D of E of their own.
The Duke himself launched the Diamond Challenge, which encourages adults of all ages to embark on an experience of a lifetime.
Rather than the four core elements of the bronze, silver and gold awards, it will be a one-off personal goal.
People who have already signed up for it have decided on everything from an expedition to Machu Picchu to enrolling on a course to overcome a phobia. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/time-of-our-lives/celebrating-our-duke-of-edinburgh-awards-successes-1-8075575 | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/0e4034658a4d80a82d21192d7659b2f9cc546c062ee07426b92a4f49b28d0592.json |
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My first experience of this term was pretty terrible.
Small plates of steamed broccoli, crispy aubergine and Merguez sausages.
It was, of course, in London.
Thankfully in the North East, we do things differently and Harissa Kitchen’s menu has set the bar high.
Weeks on, it’s these dishes I think about when I’m hungry, and they were worth the extra effort to reach its residential location.
I first caught wind of this social enterprise through Twitter via its ‘lovely sister organisation’ Food Nation, which benefits from its profits.
Falafel kebab at Harissa Kitchen.
I’ve been eyeing up a couple of cookery courses, which are worth a look if you fancy bettering your kitchen basics.
In the interest of reviewing this Mediterranean venue, we tried to fit in plenty dishes and got it just about right with this tapas-style approach.
As our starter I picked spiced roasted nuts and the house pickles, both £2.50 (or 2.5 as it’s written following that odd menu trend), along with smokey aubergine and whipped labneh cheese dips, each £3.80.
The cashews and almonds, coated in sticky honey, cumin, coriander and smoked paprika, had a kick without being overpowering.
Part of the decor of the new Mediterranean restaurant Harissa Kitchen.
The tart pickled beetroot, which also coloured cauliflower a vibrant purple, carrot, cucumber, turnip and punchy chilli, also proved a hit.
It’s the first time I’ve tried labneh, a sour, creamy strained yoghurt cheese, and I loved it, with the pomegranate seeds sprinkled on the aubergine also a good contrast.
For mains, my friend picked the falafel kebab with chargrilled courgette, salad and tahini, served on an open flatbread (£7.50.)
It was given a glowing review taste-wise, but proved difficult to eat as the salad was so finely chopped.
Starters of roasted spiced nuts and house pickles.
Other options include monkfish and prawn (£11.50), lamb, pistachio and cardamom kofte, spicy chicken or roast shoulder of pork (£8.80.)
I stuck with those small plates, with a recommendation of three to four as a main or one with a kebab.
The Mergeuez sausages (£5) had a lovely, spicy kick, and with the crispy aubergine (£4.50) bite-sized pieces in a light batter and drizzled with date molasses, although I didn’t think crumbled sheep’s cheese added much to it.
The steamed long-stem broccoli was a little over-cooked, although the sesame seeds added a good bite.
My dessert of warmed orange and saffron polenta cake was nice and just sweet enough, but lacked any taste of the promised lemon, chili or fresh herbs.
Perhaps I should have picked the honey, tahini, pistachio parfait or more of that labneh with honey - maybe next time.
Orange and saffron polenta cake.
If I can offer any suggested improvements, its handy Open Table booking system doesn’t allow for comments or dietary requirements.
I know so many people with allergies, intolerances or are vegetarian or vegan, it’s rare to go anywhere without having to interrogate the menu at length.
These grumbles are only little and I’d still return in a flash.
The service was excellent and I especially liked being served water without asking and the fresh flowers.
Its website, harissakitchen.co.uk also gives a rundown of the menus, which is handy for people like me who like to obsess over what they’ll be having days in advance. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/review-harissa-sandyford-newcastle-1-8089290 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/80d22a9fc9ee065a2960586d6e2b7a63b86ad55fa26838e233d1fd9ec82ab38f.json |
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Scores of residents were forced to leave their homes in Lake Avenue, Marsden in the early hours of this morning as officers and an army bomb disposal team from Catterick sealed off the area.
The response came after officers discovered what they said ‘gave the appearance of improvised explosives’ as they searched a property over an unrelated matter.
Throughout the day searches at the address were carried out by specially trained officers which are now complete.
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team carried out a controlled explosion mid-morning on an item police say was not an explosive device.
Around 61 households were evacuated and Temple Park Centre in South Shields was turned into a refuge centre to give residents refreshments.
Police have now confirmed a 38-year-old man was arrested earlier this evening in connection with the incident. He remains in custody and inquiries are continuing.
The cordon that was in place has now been lifted and residents are being allowed back into their homes.
Superintendent Brad Howe said: “First of all I would like to thank local residents for their patience during this incident, I know there has been a lot of disruption for them and I would like to assure them we did not do this without giving a great deal of thought to the impact this would have on them.
“We have been working closely with our colleagues at South Tyneside Council to try and keep this disruption minimal and to make sure there was support for residents who were directly affected by this.
“While initially it appeared there may have been suspected improvised explosive devices in the premises this has proved not to be the case and devices of this nature were not found. Other items were seized which included what is believed to be a homemade taser.”
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Second half goals from David Carson and Jon Shaw earned the Mariners a richly-deserved three points as they climbed to second in the Northern League Division One table.
Shaw put the result beyond any real doubt with a trademark header.
Shields had to do without four of their most potent attacking threats, with Carl Finnigan, David Foley, Gavin Cogdon and Stephen Ramsey all unavailable.
However, that did not seem to affect them as they swarmed all over their hosts at the Frenchfield Stadium.
Shaw went close early on as he headed wide a cross from Craig Baxter, while David Palmer hit an effort which was deflected into the side netting.
Baxter, Louis Storey and Barrie Smith also had opportunities, and Carson flashed a ball across the face of goal which just evaded a touch.
In the Cumbrian Bank Holiday heat, Penrith struggled to threaten their visitors, with Martyn Coleman off target on a number of occasions against his former club.
The closest they came was when forward Ryan Veitch trickled a shot wide, while at the other end, goalkeeper Jonny Jamieson did well to prevent a certain own goal before half-time.
Shields stayed patient in their pursuit of goals, and two arrived in four devastating second half minutes as they put their hosts to the sword.
The first was made in the Carson household, with Danny clipping a ball for brother David to run onto, and he chipped it over Jamieson before running after it and nodding into an empty net.
Shaw put the result beyond any real doubt with a trademark header as he finished off a right-wing cross from ex-Gateshead team-mate Baxter.
The Mariners closed the game out with relative ease, but goalkeeper Joss Carmichael did need to make one excellent late save as he kept Coleman off the scoresheet.
Shields host Whitley Bay at Mariners Park on non-league day on Saturday, and will be hoping for another big crowd after a strong and vocal support followed them to Cumbria.
SOUTH SHIELDS: Carmichael, Baxter, Arca (Phillips 83), Storey, Clark, Danny Carson, Smith, Scroggins (c), Shaw, David Carson (Byrne 77), Palmer (Briggs 70). Subs not used: Connell, Morse.
Goals: David Carson (54), Shaw (58).
Attendance: 259. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/local-football/local-leagues/south-shields-go-second-top-with-win-at-penrith-1-8094918 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/4576da286f6b39a72fb18890c1ea52ad82bb8134b221d0de3ff8284135777084.json |
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But forecasts suggest it might be better to get your dose of outdoors early in the weekend, as it isn't expected to last.
After fine and sunny start this morning, there may be some fair weather cloud later in the day, but it is expected to remain dry and be less humid than it has recently.
Tonight is expected to remain clear and turn chilly, with patches of mist and fog possible by dawn tomorrow.
Saturday will be another fine day with sunny spells, light winds and patchy cloud. The odd shower is possible, but most places will remain dry. The maximum temperature is forecast to be 21 °C.
Sunday will see scattered showers among some sunny spells. Further showers are forecast for Monday, heavy at first, but easing later.
Tuesday is expected to be mostly dry, although winds will strengthen and cloud thicken later in the day. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/will-the-sunshine-last-through-bank-holiday-weekend-1-8090681 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/5fb04636bf6bbdd32a0ae88ca1c2683737359ddf2cac2bb4a9f8a13059c81816.json |
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Tiote travelled to Turkey over the weekend for talks with the Istanbul club.
But the move fell through amid reports in the country that the midfielder had failed a medical.
However, it is understood that the proposed deal broke down over contractual issues, not a medical problem.
Tiote is desperate to end his stay at St James’s Park this summer.
However, time is running out for him to get a move ahead of tomorrow night’s transfer deadline.
There is interest from Greek club Olympiacos in Tiote, who has spent the last six years at Newcastle.
The Ivory Coast’s appearances for the club over the past two seasons have been limited by form and fitness.
A proposed £4million move to Shanghai Shenhua broke down in January, and Tiote, signed from Dutch club FC Twente in 2010, went on to feature for Newcastle in the second half of last season.
But Tiote does not figure in manager Rafa Benitez’s plans at United.
And the 30-year-old would find himself on the very fringes of Benitez’s squad should a move not materialise before the deadline.
Tiote – who was a target for Premier League club Watford earlier in the transfer window – is in the final year of his contract at St James’s Park.
An English top-flight side club could yet move for Tiote, who has made 153 appearances, and scored one goal, for Newcastle. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/cheick-tiote-in-limbo-at-newcastle-as-transfer-deadline-edges-closer-1-8094943 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/f34c524e2fe5918e4899d2eed2c67221367dd891fdc51cf418e3bf2a40b50faa.json |
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Former Sunderland boss Allardyce has named three strikers in his squad for the game against Slovakia, with Harry Kane (Tottenham), Daniel Sturridge (Liverpool), Jamie Vardy (Leicester) all included.
Theo Walcott and Wayne Rooney are classed as midfielders in Allardyce's first squad, but there is no place for 33-year-old Defoe.
The Sunderland striker admitted it would have been a "dream" to have been recalled.
The 33-year-old scored from the penalty spot in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Southampton, his second goal in three Premier League starts this season.
Defoe, capped 55 times by England, scored 18 goals last season under Allardyce and he has carried that form into this season, leading to calls for his first international action since 2013 - but he has not made the squad.
Ahead of the announcement, Defoe said: "It is nice to score and it is always at the back of your mind when you score goals, that is what you get judged on.
"We will see what happens, I just want to keep working hard, keep scoring my goals."
When asked is he had spoken with Allardyce, Defoe added: "No. You have to do it right, he can't treat me any different just because he was my manager last season!
"The squad gets announced today, if I am in it will be a dream, if not, I will just continue to play well and try and get my goals.
"I've always said, first and foremost concentrate on my club football and then see what happens after that."
Despite his advancing years, Defoe says there is no reason why he can't be an England player again as long as he keeps scoring in the Premier League.
Defoe added: "Lets be realistic, if I am scoring goals in the Premier League then why not?
"There is no difference between Premier League and international football. If you get a chance in a game, you have to score."
England squad to face Slovakia:
Goalkeepers: Forster (Southampton), Hart (Man City), Heaton (Burnley).
Defenders: Cahill (Chelsea), Clyne (Liverpool), Jagielka (Everton), Rose (Tottenham), Shaw (Man Utd), Smalling (Man Utd), Stones (Man City), Walker (Tottenham).
Midfielders: Alli (Tottenham), Antonio (West Ham), Dier (Tottenham), Drinkwater (Leicester), Henderson (Liverpool), Lallana (Liverpool), Rooney (Man Utd), Sterling (Man City), Walcott (Arsenal).
Strikers: Kane (Tottenham), Sturridge (Liverpool), Vardy (Leicester). | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/no-place-for-jermain-defoe-in-sam-allardyce-s-first-england-squad-1-8093624 | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/20e03672346201a576fb029eece65402c18dd2443c60879426fc512042df0ca8.json |
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Families turned out in force to enjoy the annual sports day in South Tyneside.
Hosted by the Harton and Westoe Miners Welfare Club, yesterday’s event saw the sun shine - and hundreds of people gather at the club, in Low Lane, South Shields, to enjoy a variety of fun activities aiming to bring together residents and the former mining community.
Hola Hooping Jen Thompson at the Harton Miners Family Sports Day held at Harton and Westoe Colliery Welfare Ground.
Scores of families made the most of the warm weather to take part in activities - which ranged from traditional races to bouncy castles and face paining, to help keep youngsters and those young at heart entertained.
Former miner Chris Meston, 66, from Lizard Lane, Whitburn, who was the organiser of the event, said he was thrilled with the turn out and pleased the event was another success this year.
He said: “The weather was great, so we were pleased to see a couple of hundred people throughout the course of the day.
“We have had a few things going on this year, with the bouncy castle, face paining and a children’s entertainer.
“We also had quite a few young football teams playing tournaments throughout the day involving teams including Harton and Westoe Angels along with Harton and Westoe Lions, Kings and Sharks teams from Harton and Westoe Mini Miners take part.
“It is important to keep the mining heritage going through events like this and it is a great to see the families out enjoying the day in the good weather.”
Youngsters who turned out to the fun day were also able to take part in hula hooping and a range of races including the traditional egg and spoon race and relays.
Parent Lynne Shearer, from Prince Consort Road Jarrow, said it had been a lovely family day out.
She said: “It has been great, there is lots of activities on for the children and everyone seems to have had great fun on the bouncy castle.”
Carole Sanderson from Hartford Street, Killingworth, was enjoying the day with her family.
She said: “It is a really good event and it has been a great turn out as the weather is so nice!” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/local-news/family-fun-at-harton-and-westoe-sports-day-1-8094630 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/284f2ceb949c7a6a00c7fb926e77a7b44724b7ceb4b20e608d4607ab1e0f63fc.json |
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Defoe has scored twice in three Premier League games for Sunderland this season ahead of former Black Cats boss Sam Allardyce naming his first England squad on Sunday.
The 33-year-old put Sunderland 1-0 up from the penalty spot in the 80th minute before Jay Rodriguez equalised five minutes from time for Southampton.
Moyes said: "I wouldn't be surprised at all, because Jermain Defoe is a goalscorer.
"He has that ability to score out of very little.
"And Sam knows him, he knows him better than me because he has worked with him for longer than I have.
"From what I've seen, he is a really good pro and that's what I like about him.
"He wants to do things right, and he wants to stay in good condition.
"He is certainly not someone who is just playing out the latter days of his career.
"I'd love to have a Sunderland player in the England squad.
"We started at Everton like that, then I hoped to have two players in the England squad, then three, and build it up into a squad of top international players.
"If Jermain Defoe gives us the start we need, I will be thrilled."
Defoe was tripped by Jose Fonte for the penalty.
Moyes added: "He had one or two sniffs of chances as well, and he put one away against Man City the other week as well.
"He took his penalty kick terrifically well, and we are going to need his goals.
"I haven't seen it [the penalty] yet. But some people say yes and some people say no, so if it is a split decision the referee has to call it one way or the other.
"He's a really good finisher, and we just need to keep a check on him because he is carrying a bit of a thigh strain."
New signing Javier Manquillo, 22, made his debut for Sunderland after arriving on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid.
Moyes added: "I thought the right-back played very well today on his debut, so there were some pluses.
"I thought Adnan [Januzaj] had some great moments for us, and there were moments where you could see what a great player he is.
"We have to raise our quality and make sure that we are winning games, not drawing or losing them." | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/david-moyes-i-d-love-to-have-a-sunderland-player-in-the-england-squad-1-8092699 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/da10a79db7bd36fe23d43ee353a6ec1cc8105e46c2cb44b130bb49d40ade1b39.json |
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The club is willing to accept a £30million bid for the unsettled midfielder.
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But Sissoko, given permission by France's football federation to travel to England, has only reportedly got as far as a Paris airport.
Tottenham, having had a £16million bid rejected, are unwilling to go any higher.
Sissoko's midfield colleague Cheick Tiote is also hoping to leave Newcastle before tonight's 11pm transfer deadline.
But Tiote is running out of options after another club withdrew an offer to him.
Meanwhile, Newcastle will today announce the capture of Chelsea winger Christian Atsu, however, the odds on a move for West Bromwich Albion's Callum McManaman have receded.
Finally, a number of United players, including defender Jamie Sterry, have left the club on loan. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-united-transfer-news-sissoko-and-tiote-in-limbo-atsu-and-mcmanaman-latest-1-8097877 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/2b99598b48115a99f68b74e6e8c152aeb9ff62eff045f621372a8232c317c700.json |
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Northern Cultural Projects CIC, which was founded in Newcastle in 2008, is hoping to track down Shields families who have German descendants.
The sinking of the Lusitania caused a major change in attitude towards Germans.
Executive director and project management co-ordinator Sylvie Fisch is particularly keen to hear from one-time Gazette contributor Irene Buckle. But she would also like to spread her net even further afield.
I’ll let Sylvie explain: “‘Hunting the Hun – Germans in the NE during WW1’ is a community heritage project that looks at the lives of people from German communities in the North East during and after the First World War.
“It is run by Northern Cultural Projects, with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
“The 19th century was the high-point in the history of German settlement in the British Isles.
“They lived as well-respected citizens among the indigenous communities.
“But the First World War brought an end to this existing harmony.”
Sylvie says according to current research “no immigrant minority in 19th and 20th century Britain has had to endure the level of hostility faced by the Germans during the First World war” when both government and public became obsessed with Germanophobia, which led to the destruction of their communities.
“The German community of the North East had its centres in South Shields and Newcastle,” she reveals.
“That community on Tyneside had a long history, dating back to the late medieval period, and had become a sizable minority by the turn of the 20th century.
“The German immigrants tended to be young, and they married in Britain, further expanding the community.
“Though their dominance of certain trades, such as butchery, and a common religious interest meant that there were usually close ties between German residents, though this was not at the expense of their British identities.
“Anglicisation and integration were possible alongside a German ethnic consciousness, and until the First World War, they largely escaped the sort of anti-immigrant hostility demonstrated towards other minorities in the early twentieth century.”
However, things changed with the coming of hostilities.
“The wartime experience of the German minority on Tyneside, up to May 1915, was generally negative.
“German cultural and religious institutions were almost immediately closed down, and German residents came under intensified scrutiny from the state and some of their British neighbours.
“A spy fever was whipped up by the right-wing press.”
But matters really came to a head with the sinking of the Lusitania.
RMS Lusitania was a British ocean liner that was sunk by a German submarine in 1915, causing a major diplomatic uproar.
When the Lusitania left New York for Britain on May 1 of that year, German submarine warfare was intensifying in the Atlantic.
Germany had declared that the seas around the United Kingdom was a war zone, and the German embassy in the United States had placed a newspaper advertisement warning people of the dangers of sailing on Lusitania.
On the afternoon of May 7, Lusitania was torpedoed by a German U-Boat, 11 miles off the southern coast of Ireland and inside the declared “zone of war”.
A second, unexplained, internal explosion sent her to the bottom in 18 minutes, causing the deaths of 1,198 passengers and crew.
Next time: Sylvie reveals how the sinking of the ship and the terrible loss of lives led to riots throughout England – and across Tyneside. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/time-of-our-lives/germans-lived-side-by-side-with-south-shields-folk-1-8083389 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/4817109ab59a18ce0a6e1f840077f3fba9602d8fc11f275980923683a5169cad.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T14:49:23 | null | 2016-08-26T15:41:15 | A group of inspirational South Tyneside women who raised £100,000 for charity were honoured at a new show that tells their story. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shieldsgazette.com%2Fwhat-s-on%2Ftheatre%2Fsurviving-dolly-mixtures-handed-lifetime-achievement-award-by-cancer-research-uk-at-show-telling-their-story-1-8091337.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.shieldsgazette.com/webimage/1.8091329.1472222428!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Surviving Dolly Mixtures handed lifetime achievement award by Cancer Research UK at show telling their story | null | null | www.shieldsgazette.com | A group of inspirational South Tyneside women who raised £100,000 for charity were honoured at a new show that tells their story.
The Dolly Mixtures opened at the Customs House, in South Shields, this week and runs until Saturday, September 3.
The Dolly Mixtures were invited on stage with the cast to be presented with a liftetime achievement award from Cancer Research.
It tells the story of eight women who toured the male-dominated social clubs of the North East during the 1970s and 1980s to raise funds for cancer research that are worth more than £1million in today’s money.
The ladies were inspired after Margaret Fleck’s husband and Hilda Joyce’s brother Ken, died from bowel cancer, aged just 34.
Now a musical tells the story of how the ladies – also including Doris Ashcroft, Betty Dickinson, Sylvia Nichols, Jean Smith, Liz Errington and Joan Jacobson – who held down full-time jobs and raised children while taking to the stage every weekend for 15 years.
As the show ended on Thursday night, the surviving Dollies were invited on stage and presented with a lifetime achievement award by Cancer Research UK.
Joe McElderry on stage with the Dolly Mixtures.
Hilda’s grandson, popstar Joe McElderry also helped out by presenting flowers to the ladies.
Hilda said: “We didn’t have a clue that all that was going to happen so we were gobsmacked. We’re all so happy to receive the award, but that’s not why we did it, we did it because we lost Ken and we didn’t want anyone else to lose someone.”
Joe added: “It was such a lovely moment, and it’s so incredible that their amazing story has been recognised. I feel so proud.”
Ray Spencer, who directed the show, said: “I think we righted a wrong the other night that after 40 years we were able to get these women the national recognition that they deserve.”
The Dolly Mixtures is at the Customs House.
Carolyn Reynolds, local fundraising manager for Cancer Research UK in the North East, was there to present the award.
She said: “What the Dolly Mixtures did was amazing, touring the male-dominated clubs while holding down jobs and looking after families. Their story deserves to be told and they deserve to be recognised.”
The Dolly Mixtures runs at the Customs House until Saturday, September 9. Tickets cost from £17.50. To book, go to www.customshouse.co.uk or call 0191 454 1234. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/theatre/surviving-dolly-mixtures-handed-lifetime-achievement-award-by-cancer-research-uk-at-show-telling-their-story-1-8091337 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/7472f95a4a8058e16590dca574a9cb0c1d47678636df30fa053647958aaed830.json |
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The Premier League club has had a £16million bid for the midfielder turned down by Newcastle United, who are demanding £30million for him.
Newcastle are prepared to accept five instalments of £6million.
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Sissoko, reportedly waiting for a flight to England at a Paris airport, is also a target for Everton, West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace.
However, no club has yet come close to meeting United's asking price, which the Gazette understands is non-negotiable.
Sissoko was today given permission to leave France's training camp to secure a move away from Newcastle.
But the 27-year-old is fast running out of options. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-s-moussa-sissoko-left-in-limbo-at-a-paris-airport-1-8097552 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/b10a6985c8a5b43535c417ad8d71574eadaa8aae009180ef956a1e290b398408.json |
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Following the success of last year’s North Sea Sounds event, Craig returns to headline the first of four DFDS music mini cruises, departing on 30 September.
Craig, along with his Funk & Soul band, will be kicking off the popular event with his take on Northern Soul and playing a range of funk and soul classics.
Following his days starring in sci-fi TV hit Red Dwarf, as well as voicing game shows Takeshi’s Castle and Robot Wars, Craig has built up a large and loyal fan-base and is today famed for his lively DJ sets.
Also returning to the September show is Newcastle funk and soul duo Smoove & Turrell, following a stellar performance on board last year. The band regularly makes the Radio 6 playlist and played at Glastonbury this year. Their track Hard Work was also used on BBC One’s Match of the Day in 2015.
Special early booking prices for the autumn mini cruises start from £74 per person and the trip includes a host of live entertainment during the two nights on board the ship, plus cabin accommodation.
The ships offer a range of dining options to suit any taste or budget, including an all-you-can-eat 7 Seas buffet option, a Steakhouse, and a high-end à la carte Blue Riband restaurant.
The mini cruise experience includes up to five hours in Amsterdam to explore the Dutch capital’s famous sights, relax in one of its canal-side coffee houses or browse its trendy boutique shops.
Book before 2 September 2016 to take advantage of the special discount at www.dfds.co.uk/music or call 0871 522 9955. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/gigs-music/craig-charles-to-hit-the-high-note-on-floating-gig-1-8074225 | en | 2016-08-17T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/a5482de7332fef8de582cf8704de79eab43cc585ca8cfab08eda6bf80ed48d89.json |
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The band had previously put out three singles - ‘Supersonic’, ‘Shakermaker’ and ‘Live Forever’, which all appeared on the 11-track long-player - but this was to be the moment that they properly made it into the mainstream. ‘Definitely Maybe’ sold 86,000 copies in the first week of release, making it the UK’s fastest-selling debut album.
It could also be seen as the birth (or rebirth) of Britpop itself, with the term entering into the nation’s vocabulary alongside “Cool Britannia”. With their debut album coming out the week after rivals Blur released their single ‘Parklife’, it would pave the way for future rivalry between the bands and make both acts household names.
The band - Liam Gallagher, Paul Arthurs, Paul McGuigan, and Tony McCarroll - had formed as The Rain in 1991, and were joined by Liam’s brother Noel, a former Inspiral Carpets roadie and aspiring songwriter.
They were signed by Alan McGee of Creation Records following their blagging their way onto the bill at an 18 Wheeler show in Glasgow in 1993.
As well as spawning two more hit singles in ‘Cigarettes & Alcohol’ and ‘Rock 'n' Roll Star’, the album’s sleeve took on iconic status - detailing the band’s influences and interests, such as Manchester City footballer Rodney Marsh, Burt Bacharach (one of Noel’s favourite songwriters) and a TV showing a scene from the film The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.
‘Definitely Maybe’ would go on to sell over 2.1 million copies in the UK and 15 million worldwide. NME ran a poll 10 years later where it was voted the best album of all time. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/what-s-on/gigs-music/it-s-22-years-to-the-day-since-oasis-released-debut-album-definitely-maybe-1-8094470 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/aac7436b7aab4606e5982f57d0c6b29a715eb9accdcac018d5c6f77dd85b98b6.json |
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This Government is decimating our NHS, we all know about Jeremy Hunt’s attack on the workforce; junior doctors, nurses, but what many don’t know about is the immense pressures they have placed on local hospitals.
The Government, whilst reducing the workforce, increasing the role of the private sector and starving the NHS of funding, have forced local areas to come up with plans of how they can reconfigure their hospitals and local health services. Part of that plan is a reduction in the North East of Accident and Emergency provision.
Earlier this year our hospital formed an ‘alliance’ with Sunderland Hospital, at that time I objected to the lack of consultation and expressed my fears that this was indeed a precursor to merger.
Since then it has been agreed that the Chief Executive of Sunderland is now going to be the Chief Executive of our hospital too, and clinical reviews of acute services are taking place across the hospital.
If acute services are downgraded or delivered from elsewhere, this will reduce the need for South Tyneside to have an A&E.
Our hospital like all is facing its own challenges, and I am keen for our Trust and its partners to explore how it can meet these challenges, but current developments at the hospital do not appear to be based on any evidence or strategic planning to meet health needs of our borough.
They are being rushed through at pace with scant regard for the health needs of the local population.
There is a blatant lack of transparency and accountability, all minutes of meetings that would previously have been made public online have not been since the alliance, and despite repeated requests I have been given no clear blueprint or plan for what they hope to achieve.
Furthermore I have received no solid assurances from the hospital that our A&E will be saved, only that the service is to be reviewed next year.
I have spoken with clinicians, staff and governors, everything points to a downgrading of services from South Tyneside, inclusive of A&E provision to Sunderland. Sunderland happens to be currently expanding its A&E despite being in a worse financial situation than South Tyneside, and previously at the time of the ‘alliance’ a joint press release stated ‘South Tyneside FT has increasingly been moving away from providing complex acute services and it will in the future lead on out of hospital rehabilitation, and diagnostic and screening services’.
I have called on the hospital for some transparency and accountability and I will be holding the Government to account making it clear that neither I nor the people of Shields will stand for this. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/politics/emma-lewell-buck-no-assurances-that-hospital-a-e-will-be-saved-1-8085986 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/552ff4bf122f8e409ee9e09eeac6b0165992fa215723be38616578e51acd5a0a.json |
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The club is looking to take winger Christian Atsu on a season-long loan.
Newcastle's move for Atsu follows the weekend arrivals of Daryl Murphy and Achraf Lazaar.
United manager Rafa Benitez was asked about his hopes for the final few days of the transfer window after Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion.
There could be more departures before Wednesday night's transfer deadline.
Midfielder Cheick Tiote is in Turkey for talks with Galatasaray, while striker Emmanuel Riviere has today been linked with a Spanish club.
However, the odds are on forward Yoan Gouffran STAYING at St James's Park. Read why here.
Meanwhile, former Newcastle manager Chris Hughton, now in charge of Brighton, has reacted to his team's defeat at St James's Park.
Hughton has also given a fascinating verdict on his old club's promotion hopes.
Finally, read writer Miles Starforth's match report from the Brighton game, which was decided by goals from Jamaal Lascelles and Jonjo Shelvey. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-united-news-winger-deal-close-flop-set-for-exit-1-8094164 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/f4816d7a37cfb82c97c58ae9e73d61a7700f1690ea1cdf441156ed8b92d3cf13.json |
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That's the view of Alex Hayes, the Ligue 1 club's vice-president.
Gouffran, in the final year of his contract, has started Newcastle's last two Championship games, but the 30-year-old could yet leave St James's Park before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.
United manager Rafa Benitez, however, said after last weekend's win 1-0 over Bristol City that he would be happy if the forward stays on Tyneside.
But striker Riviere – who has not featured under Benitez – has no future at the club.
Lorient are interested in the pair, though any deal for one or both of them would prove complicated, according to Hayes.
“These are not easy deals because they are players who are struggling in England," he said. "They have, as well, big salaries.”
Riviere joined Newcastle from Monaco two years ago.
The 26-year-old has scored one league goal for the club.
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The collision happened at 5.23pm on Friday on the westbound A184, junction with The Pastures, just after Testos Roundabout, near Boldon Colliery.
The cyclist, a woman, was taken to hospital with serious but non life-threatening injuries.
Officers are carrying out enquiries into the collision and are appealing for witnesses, in particular a dark coloured Audi that was in the area at the time.
Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 815 260816. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/appeal-after-cyclist-is-injured-in-collision-with-motorbike-rider-on-a184-1-8092685 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/391246101cb4a999cb1a882f611acca2ea7e1409113719b4e0ee2f70d77a3d49.json |
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The defender made his full debut for the club in Wednesday night’s 2-0 EFL Cup win over Cheltenham Town.
Sterry, promoted to the first-team squad this season by Benitez, played the full 90 minutes at St James’s Park.
“It’s incredible,” said the 20-year-old. “Hopefully I can play more games over the coming weeks and months.
“It’s what I need to do, because I haven’t played 90 minutes in a while.
“It’s brilliant playing in front of the fans, and I just need to keep working really hard.”
Hopefully I can play more games over the coming weeks and months. It’s what I need to do, because I haven’t played 90 minutes in a while. Jamie Sterry
Ayoze Perez scored both goals for United, who take on Brighton and Hove Albion at home in the Championship tomorrow evening.
“It’s obviously difficult playing against a lower-league team, and that first goal is always very, important,” said Sterry.
“I thought we worked very hard, and it was just good to get the win in the end.”
Benitez handed Sterry his debut off the bench in the final game of last season against Tottenham Hotspur, which Newcastle won 5-1.
And United’s manager has given Sterry plenty of encouragement since taking charge at St James’s Park.
“He’s told me I just need to be patient, keep working hard and hopefully my chance will arrive,” he said.
“It’s all about encouragement from him to keep doing what I’m doing.”
Sterry feels seventh-placed Newcastle have some “momentum” after three successive wins.
“We need to keep this momentum going, put in the hard work and get another win on Saturday,” said the right-back. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/jamie-sterry-reveals-rafa-benitez-s-message-to-him-at-newcastle-1-8088750 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/3314acdd9610b0541717d6ebb8205ac2fe76bd2f833e8f1d7fe04d07683ab268.json |
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Aarons pulled up early in the game at St James's Park, which Rafa Benitez's side won 2-0 thanks to two goals from Ayoze Perez.
After the match, United manager Rafa Benitez said he was "upset" by the injury to the 20-year-old, who has overcame as series of injuries at the club over the past two seasons.
The winger yesterday had a scan on his foot, and the club today confirmed he has "sustained a fracture of his fifth metatarsal".
Aarons – who signed a new long-term contract this month – faces an eight-week spell on the sidelines.
A statement read: "Newcastle United can confirm that Rolando Aarons sustained a fracture of his fifth metatarsal during the Magpies' EFL Cup second round victory over Cheltenham Town on Tuesday.
"The winger will undergo an operation and will be out for eight weeks."
Meanwhile, strikers Dwight Gayle and Aleksandar Mitrovic both suffered concussions against Cheltenham and will sit out Saturday evening's Championship game against Brighton and Hove Albion.
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The historic building in Westoe Road is one of a number of key venues across the region that will be lit up as part of campaign - Glow Gold September.
In Sunderland, Penshaw Monument will be bathed in gold light.
The worldwide initiative is aimed at raising awareness of childhood cancer throughout September.
The campaign was started by a group of parents of children with cancer - some of whom have already lost their child to the disease.
It is being supported by children’s cancer charity CLIC Sargent and others.
CLIC Sargent Area Fundraising manager Dee Tyler said: “I am completely in awe of what the Glow Gold September campaign team have achieved. All on a volunteer basis as well.
“They have recruited venues from far and wide including the Millennium Bridge in Newcastle to Los Angeles Airport in America. They should be so proud of everything they have achieved.”
The town hall will be lit up in gold from dusk on September 1 - marking the start of the month long campaign.
According to figures from CLIC Sargent every day 10 children and young people across the UK are diagnosed with cancer.
Despite survival rates being over 80 per cent, cancer still remains the single largest cause of death from disease in children and young people.
To find out more about the Glow Gold September campaign and how to get involved visit www.facebook.com/GlowGoldSeptember or twitter @glowgoldkids
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Sky Sports report that the club has "enquired" about the 24-year-old, who has previously had loan spells at Malaga, Bournemouth, Everton and Vitesse Arnhem.
Rafa Benitez is looking to sign a winger before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.
And Atsu, also linked with Torino, is available for loan.
The Ghana international, signed from Porto in 2013, has not made a senior appearance for Chelsea.
Newcastle failed in a bid to sign Brighton and Hove Albion's Anthony Knockaert earlier this month. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-eye-move-for-chelsea-winger-1-8089598 | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/2807d0a7a7034713be9b77318b543f1100a9975422d338b6b0161852c2dbf3ed.json |
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Sunderland need another keeper after Vito Mannone ruptured ligaments in his elbow in training, ruling him out for three months.
It has left Moyes with just Pickford and untried Max Stryjek to pick from.
Sunderland have been linked with a loan move for Joe Hart, who can leave Manchester City after falling down the pecking order under Pep Guardiola.
His £125,000 a week wage would prove a major stumbling block for Sunderland though, despite reports that Manchester City will pay a large portion of the wage, while Marseille goalkeeper Yohann Pele has also been linked with a move to Wearside.
“I think part of it is what becomes available,” said Moyes. “We’ve been thrown a thousand goalkeepers.
“Everyone’s throwing in goalkeepers who would like to come and some of them would probably see themselves as number ones, some of them might see themselves as competing with Jordan and there’ll be some who just feel they’re actually, genuinely number twos and there as back-up.
“So that will all get ironed out somewhere this week because we obviously need a goalkeeper.”
When asked about Hart, Moyes said: “We need to bring in another goalkeeper, there’s no doubt about that. I wouldn’t expect to do that until Tuesday or Wednesday.
“I wouldn’t say that anybody is in the frame, because I wouldn’t mention names. But I’m always going to look at good players, because that’s what I am trying to do – attract good players.
“But I’ve got a very good young goalkeeper and you have to look to the future.
“He played well and he hasn’t got anything to be ashamed about for his performance.”
Pickford had kept Sunderland in the game at Southampton on Saturday until Jermain Defoe gave Moyes’ side the lead from the penalty spot 10 minutes from time.
But it was his mistake, in an otherwise excellent display, that ended up costing Sunderland their first three points of the season and first league win in August since 2010.
Jay Rodriguez’s low shot squirmed under the body of Washington-born Pickford five minutes from time.
Pickford held his hands up for the error, but Moyes praised his overall display.
“I told him he played really well,” said Moyes. “He knows – and he told me – that he made a mistake, but, apart from that, he played really well and made a couple of very good saves.
“But this is the dilemma you have. Everybody wants to see young British players play, and sometimes you have to accept that they are going to make mistakes.
“We can’t afford it to cost us, but I want to give the young boys a chance to show what they can do and I thought Jordan played well.”
He added: “I think the real top players who are given opportunities make mistakes, but what they do then is grow from it.
“It’s like self-development. They have to say ‘okay, that’s done’ and move on.” | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/hunt-for-new-goalkeeper-set-to-go-down-to-deadline-day-as-david-moyes-backs-jordan-pickford-1-8093217 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/3230e75d8ee7f8b383d53f30ed70659e3159ab3455683e5a2f06a0ce6fcdd0cf.json |
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The Chelsea winger is on Tyneside for a medical after the two clubs yesterday agreed a deal for a season-long loan.
Newcastle have also been offered West Bromwich Albion winger Callum McManaman.
Cheick Tiote was in Turkey over the weekend for talks with Galatasaray.
But a proposed move to the Istanbul club broke down and the unsettled midfielder could instead move to a Greek club before Wednesday night's transfer deadline.
Meanwhile, midfielder Mohamed Diamehas revealed what Rafa Benitez told United's players before Saturday's game against Brighton and Hove Albion, which Newcastle won 2-0 to move up to fourth place in the Championship. | http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/newcastle-united/latest-nufc-news/newcastle-united-news-atsu-on-tyneside-tiote-in-limbo-1-8095509 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.shieldsgazette.com/c5b498689e66624f221b8e3c607ff0772b3ae24c6f6ed523abd97e9b5f75cbfb.json |
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