Former hospital to become school
01/12/2009 21:51:09
An independent schools group in Newcastle is buying a former hospital building to unite its junior and nursery schools.
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Port of Tyne strikes £16m deal
01/12/2009 17:27:47
The Port of Tyne is set to provide a biomass handling and covered storage facility for one of Britain's largest power stations.
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Heavy snow warning
01/12/2009 18:21:41
Drivers are being warned of heavy snow showers forecast by the Met Office for Cumbria, Durham and Northumberland
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Tea workers to hold jobs protest
01/12/2009 12:48:28
Angry workers will protest at a Twinings shareholders meeting over plans to close the firm's factory in North Shields.
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Remote islanders' shopping spree
01/12/2009 09:57:23
Almost 1,000 residents of a remote group of islands pay a visit to Tyneside for a festive shopping trip.
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East Coast fares could be reduced
01/12/2009 13:13:06
Transport secretary Lord Adonis orders a review of fares on the East Coast Mainline in a bid to boost passenger numbers.
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Green light for new city schools
30/11/2009 19:44:01
Four schools in Newcastle get the go-ahead for new buildings and eco-friendly facilities, to benefit 6,500 pupils.
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