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Teenager followed Holly Newton before fatal stabbing, court told
A teenage killer followed his 15-year-old victim for 45 minutes around a town centre before he stabbed her to death down an alleyway, a court heard. Holly Newton was repeatedly stabbed by a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be identified due to his age
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Home of Hexham Courant hits the market
THE prominent town centre home of the Hexham Courant is up for sale while the search continues for more fit-for-purpose premises for the multi-media organisation. Located opposite Hexham Abbey and The Sele Park & Gardens, the property, for sale
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Northumberland bags 13 Green Flag Awards - highest ever tally
A total of 13 parks in Northumberland have received international recognition for their green spaces, the most the council has scooped. The Green Flag Awards, handed out by environment charity Keep Britain Tidy, recognises the parks as some of
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Prudhoe town council announces installation of public bleed kits
Prudhoe Town Council announced the strategic installation of bleed kits around town to enhance community safety. The kits' purpose is to provide immediate access to life-saving equipment in case of severe bleeding incidents. Each kit contains
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Northumberland Balloon Festival visitors' 'disappointment'
A balloon festival in Northumberland left paying visitors 'disappointed' and 'frustrated'. Hundreds of people travelled to Tynedale Rugby Football Club on the weekend of July 12,13 and 14, paying £15 for an adult ticket for Northumberland Balloon
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Corbridge Chamber Music Festival to return for 26th year
Corbridge is set to host its popular annual chamber music festival later this month. The Corbridge Chamber Music Festival is directed by the Gould Piano Trio and clarinettist Robert Plane. It was founded in 1999 when Robert Plane and Lucy Gould
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"Tremendous boost" to town's economy with nine new independent businesses
NINE independent retailers have opened in the last few months, indicating the small business scene is thriving in Hexham. Hexham's town centre has welcomed indie businesses including Northumberland Antique Centre, Snap! Records and Travels with
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Garden transforms into the School of Poison
The Alnwick Garden is transforming into The School of Poison this summer. Youngsters will embrace activities around the venue, greeted on arrival by characters Miss Behave and Mr Blister. Mark Brassell, chief executive of The Alnwick Garden
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New fitness and adventure retreats 'a hit' in Lake District
A personal trainer has started offering adventure retreats in the Lake District. Laurie Crowe, owner of LJPhysiques in Hexham, began Fitness and Adventure Retreats to share the feeling of 'adventuring with incredible views'. She explained the
