Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England) back issues from January 2008:
Armed raid on garage; Robber flees with money from till.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By SIMON WALTON AN ARMED raider escaped with cash after holding up two terrified women at a garage shop on Teesside. The masked robber struck at the Snax 24 shop at the BP garage in the High Street, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, leaving the two staff members "badly ...
IN BRIEF: Inquest opens on ex-steward.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a retired club steward who died on Christmas Day. Eric Hamilton, 76, of Newhaven Court, Hartlepool, was admitted to the University Hospital ...
IN BRIEF: Recycle those cards.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... THERE'S an extra point for people to recycle their Christmas cards this year. Just drop off your old ...
IN BRIEF: Service reviewed.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A REVIEW of urgent care services is being undertaken across County Durham and Darlington. County Durham and Darlington ...
IN BRIEF: Dig for victory.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... TEESSIDE schools are being urged to grow potatoes and be in with the chance of winning a digital camera. Schools taking part in the British Potato Council's grow your own ...
Friendship spells a new force in learning.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A GROUP of Teesside school pupils got to learn about Africa by going to see it for themselves. Students and teachers from King's Manor School have just returned from an educational visit to Ethiopia as part of an exchange scheme. The Connecting Classrooms Project has ...
CALL FOR TOUGHER ACTION; Bid to tackle knife crime.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By SANDY McKENZIE TOUGH new measures to tackle knife crime are being called for by a group of independent councillors in Middlesbrough. They are launching a campaign which includes a call for a minimum of three years imprisonment for anyone convicted of ...
A trip of two lifetimes.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... HISTORY students time travelled from ancient Egypt to the Second World War during a two-day trip to London. Forty students from The King's Academy in Coulby Newham were selected for the trip to the capital after excelling in history. They visited the holocaust ...
New laws on safety; Bosses are urged to assess risk.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By RON LIVINGSTONE TOUGH new laws are set to put bosses in the frame over deaths and injuries linked to their workers. A staggering death rate among people who drive for a living - more than one in four of all road fatalities - has put road safety in the ...
Family Life: Best buys; Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE CO-OP The Co-operative Healthy Living lasagne, 400g was pounds 2.29, now pounds 1.14 ICELAND Aunt Bessies Yorkshire puddings, 12 pack now just pounds 1 LIDL Goody Luxury ...
Family Life: What's new? Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE START the New Year with a hearty breakfast without the guilt. Following the successful launch of its delicious range of sausages, Weight ...
Family Life: Buy of the week; Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE THIS week's shopping basket essential is ... pie. After all that rich seasonal food you will no doubt be ...
Family Life: Household tip; Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE LEFTOVER Christmas pudding? Why not slice it and fry in a little ...
Family Life: WIN pounds 5; Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE DO YOU have a great tip that you would like to share with our readers? Send them in and if your tip is printed, win pounds 5. Write ...
Family Life: Accessorise and save; Shopping and more shopping Shopping Secrets.(Features)(Theater review)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: MARIE TURBILL WHAT does a princess buy in her free time? Chocolate, shoes and books. So says pantomime Princess Balroubadour, otherwise known as Anna Tyrie. Here the 26-year-old from Birmingham, who is currently appearing in Aladdin at the Forum Theatre, Billingham, ...
Family Life: Five essential steps to... joining a gym; Shopping and more shopping.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Compiled by MARIE TURBILL and SARAH DALE Q YET again my New Year's resolution is to get fit. As an added incentive this year I have decided to join a gym, but with so much choice available how do I choose the right gym for me? A This week our expert is ...
A musician of note; Half a century on and Vaughan still has fun.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By NAOMI CORRIGAN THE musical director of a Teesside brass band has notched up 50 years with the group - and he's still not out of puff! Vaughan Evans joined the Billingham Silver Brass Band when he was just 12 years old. For several years he played the cornet ...
Can you spare some time?(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... VOLUNTEERS can help with countryside conservation on a winter walk this Sunday. The River Tees Countryside Service will help people take part in conservation tasks from 10am to noon and 1pm to 3pm at Bassleton Wood. Activities include hedge clearance and creating ...
IN BRIEF: Send a card to recyclers.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... PEOPLE are being urged to recycle their Christmas cards in County Durham. Cards can be taken to WH Smith, Tesco, TK Maxx and ...
IN BRIEF: Inquest opens.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... AN inquest has been opened and adjourned into the death of a retired joiner. John Alfred Hope, 68, of Sadberge ...
IN BRIEF: Horse rescued.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A HORSE was rescued by firefighters after becoming trapped in a ditch. The fire service used a winch to lift the ...
IN BRIEF: Compost for cash.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... PEOPLE who pledge to start home composting in the New Year could win themselves pounds 100. Durham County Council is offering pounds ...
IN BRIEF: Make a date.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A NEW list of meeting dates for Darlington Libraries' reading groups is now available. Members can obtain ...
IN BRIEF: Tree collection.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... STOCKTON Council's Care For Your Area team is collecting real ...
IN BRIEF: Archbishop honour.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... THE Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams is among the public figures who will receive an honorary degree from Durham University in January. Other people receiving honorary degrees from the university, which has ...
IN BRIEF: Come to panto.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... JACK and the Beanstalk is Hutton Rudby Dramatic Society's 63rd annual pantomime. It runs at the village hall from Friday, January 11, to Saturday, ...
IN BRIEF: Roll up for festival.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... TICKETS are now available for the University of Teesside's Animex International Festival 2008. The Animex International Festival of Animation and Computer ...
Bush couple on track; African venture really taking off.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By NAOMI CORRIGAN A BRAVE couple who swapped Ingleby Barwick for a life in the South African bush are attracting national attention. As reported in September, Will and Carol Fox decided to open their own retreat in Lydenburg, inviting guests to enjoy a real ...
pounds 4m health boost.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A pounds 4M programme to promote healthy living has been launched across the region. More than 30 projects to increase physical activity, encourage healthier eating and improve mental health have been financed by pounds 4.05m from the Big Lottery Fund. The scheme ...
TEEN NETS FILM ROLE; Calum logs on to win star future.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By JOANNA DESIRA A NORTH Yorkshire student has rubbed shoulders with some of Britain's top acting talent after winning a role in internet-generated film. Calum Chalmers, 19, from Great Ayton, won one of 10 minor parts cast from users of website MySpace. ...
Support over breast cancer.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... THE first monthly drop in session for North Yorkshire breast cancer patients in 2008 will be held on January 7 at 10am at the Duchess of Kent Hospital in Catterick Garrison. Patients are welcome to drop in to ...
Dogged determination; How sanctuary dream is becoming a reality.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By MICHELLE RUANE A SPECIAL haven for strays and neglected pets is taking shape as an animal charity looks towards the New Year. Saltburn Animal Rescue Association launched an appeal back in 1999 to create a sanctuary for stray and unwanted pets. ...
Girl stuck in banister rails.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... FIREFIGHTERS rescued a young girl when she got her head stuck in a banister. The Middlesbrough youngster, believed to be four years old, managed to squeeze her head between two steel banister rails on a stairway but then realised she could not get back out. ...
Inquest is adjourned.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... AN 89-year-old man died 18 days after being admitted to hospital, an inquest heard. George Bassett, 89, a retired insurance collector, of Marton Road, Middlesbrough, was admitted to the James ...
What does 2008 hold for you? In the first of a three-part series peeking into the future, astrologer Claire Petulengro takes a look at what the new year holds for four star signs.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: Claire Petulengro CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) HIGH POINTS You're questioning who you are and what you want. You're also willing to show a far more honest face to the world. This is your year to make your fortune. The contacts you ...
Pick of the day.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... BBC1 East Enders (8.00pm) Carly tries to deal with Kevin's death by keeping herself busy - and the first task is breaking the bad news to Deano. Pat tries to stay strong for the family, but Ian proves how insensitive he can be by making it clear he still expects ...
FILM OF THE DAY; The Dukes of Hazzard (Sky Movies Comedy, 10.00pm).(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Comedy adaptation of the TV series, starring Seann William Scott and Johnny Knoxville as good old boys Bo and Luke Duke. The ...
PICK OF THE DAY; Live Football Special (Sky Sports 1, 7.30pm).(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... This evening's Premier League encounter sees struggling Bolton for points at the Reebok Stadium. The Trotters are sure to start as favoruites for the victory, with their opponents already looking like certainties for the drop back to the Championship, but ther Rams were 3-1 winners on ...
CATCH THE ACTION.(Features)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Live Test Cricket (Sky Sports 1, 8.30am) South Africa v West Indies, Coverage of the opening day of the Second Test at Newlands in Cape Town, a ground the visitors have yet to win on in the Test arena. With the exception of the all-conquering Australians, no team since ...
Park in all its glory.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A SPECTACULAR new guide to the North York Moors National Park is now available. Written by best-selling author Roger Osborne, who lives on the edge of the National Park, it features stunning images from local photographers. Jill Renney, information and interpretation ...
Mum's gem of an idea.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... AN ENTERPRISING mum who makes jewellery from recycled beads and baubles has seen her hobby prosper into a valuable fundraiser for her son's special needs school. Mum-of-four Gillian Wilson, 38, has raised more than pounds 160 for Kiltonthorpe Special School, where her son ...
Projects praised ...for breaking barriers.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By MICHELLE RUANE PROJECTS in the Tees Valley have been praised for their efforts in promoting equality and human rights. The praise comes from Sir Trevor Phillips, who chairs the newly established Equality and Human Rights Commission. Among those ...
PROBE INTO ATTACK DEATH.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By MARIE LEVY A MURDER-STYLE investigation has been launched after a man was left dying in the street following an attack by drunken yobs. The man, who was in his 50s, had been walking his dog in Inglewood Avenue, Marske, when police said he was attacked by ...
Shots fired at house.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... POLICE launched an investigation after gunshots were fired at a house. Officers were alerted to Stafford Close, in Grangetown, after reports that shots had been fired at a home at about 4.30pm yesterday. It is believed the shots came from a crowd of youths who were on ...
Woman hurt in hit-run.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A WOMAN suffered head injuries in a hit-and-run accident. The 22-year-old pedestrian was struck by a dark coloured hatchback car that failed to stop. The collision happened in Allison Street, near its junction with Norton Road, Stockton, at about 6.40pm yesterday. ...
Medic still stable.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A TEESSIDE paramedic whose light aircraft crashed into woodland remains stable in hospital today. Jon Ker, from Guisborough, who works for the Great North Air Ambulance, suffered serious injuries when his plane crashed near a North-east golf course on Sunday. His ...
BOYS ROBBED AT KNIFEPOINT.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By SIMON WALTON A KNIFEMAN man robbed three terrified children of their Christmas presents. Brothers Ryan Walker, 13 and Louis Freeman, nine, were out on their bikes with their 13-year-old friend Nathan Mcmann in Eston Hills when they were approached by the ...
Drug call chief 'should quit'.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A CONTROVERSIAL former Cleveland Police chief was facing calls to quit today after claiming ecstasy is safer than aspirin. Anti-drugs campaigners condemned the comments by Richard Brunstrom, pictured, the chief constable of North Wales and former assistant chief constable of ...
IN BRIEF: Caving tragedy pair named.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... TWO potholers who were swept to their deaths in a cave have been named. The bodies of Caroline Jane Fletcher, 28, from Riddlesden, in Keighley, and Stuart John Goodwill, 33, from Darlington, were discovered by rescuers in Alum Pot cave ...
IN BRIEF: Delve into the past.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... THE next meeting of Stokesley Local History Study Group is on Monday January 6 ...
Home is gutted by arson burglar.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A STOCKTON home has been destroyed in a blaze started by a burglar. Firefighters said the end terrace was totally gutted by the arson attack which also killed a pet cat. A woman and her son lived in the property in High Newham Road, Hardwick, but were out when it went ...
We're all deeply dippy.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: By MARIE LEVY THE wet weather did nothing to stop Teessiders plunging into the sea for their favourite charities. Crowds lined Saltburn pier to see the fundraising action as New Year dippers ran into the waves with their pets to raise funds for Saltburn ...
Call-outs rise for police.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... CLEVELAND police received reports of more than 1,300 incidents on New Year's Eve - almost 200 more than the previous year. Officers had to handle 739 emergency calls and 576 non-emergency calls during the course of a 12-hour shift. Inspector Lynn Beeston, of Cleveland ...
Joy of New Year babies.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... NEW Year celebrations had to be put on hold for one Teesside couple as they welcomed a new addition to the family. Amber Rose Coupar came into the world at 1.59am making her Teesside's first baby of 2008. Proud mum Lindsay Coupar, 20, of Linthorpe said she was looking ...
WORLD TODAY: NHS split in UK regions.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... FOUR different health services are now operating in the UK and the differences between them are likely to increase, one of the most senior figures in NHS management said today. Dr Gill Morgan of the NHS Confederation said the services differ between England, Scotland, Wales and ...
WORLD TODAY: Rail protest is on track.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A RAIL users' group was planning a ticket boycott in protest at fare increases of more than twice the rate of inflation on many lines from today. Some passengers have suffered increased ticket prices of up to 11%, while regulated fares, which include most season tickets, have ...
WORLD TODAY: Baby inquest due to open.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... AN inquest was expected to open today into the death of a 13-month-old boy who was mauled to death by his grandparents' rottweiler dog. Archie-Lee Hirst, pictured, was killed on Friday by the pet, which police described ...
WORLD TODAY: Grief link to fall.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A BRITON who fell 14 floors to her death from a Spanish hotel balcony had booked the holiday to get over her father's death. Julie Ann Mollart, 32, from Stoke-on-Trent, was on holiday ...
WORLD TODAY: Accused in court.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A 17-YEAR-OLD youth was to appear in court today accused of stabbing to death 16-year-old Nassirudeen Osawe, right, police said. ...
DO NOT GO OUT; Warning to Britons in Kenya.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... EFFORTS to secure a peaceful resolution to the escalating violence in Kenya were set to continue today as Britons holidaying in the east African country are warned to stay indoors. Earlier today, Foreign Secretary David Miliband and US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice issued ...
One shot kills two at party.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... A WOMAN and an 11-year-old girl died at a New Year's party in the US when a single bullet ripped through the wall of a house shortly after midnight. Police later arrested 25-year-old Pedro Cortez at his Denver, Colorado, home on investigation of two counts of first degree ...
Superbug fine plan.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... HOSPITALS would be fined for every patient who catches a super bug on their wards under Tory plans due to be unveiled by David Cameron today. After visiting the first NHS hospital, Manchester's Trafford General Hospital today, the Conservative leader ...
Scale of problem is huge - report.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... HEART disease in Middlesbrough is an industrial sized problem that needs an industrial sized solution, says the Health Scrutiny Panel's report. It says that James Cook University Hospital is delivering twice as many primary coronary interventions as would be expected for a town ...
Are YOU game for a health test? TEESSIDERS could soon be screened in pubs and at Boro matches in a bid to tackle the area's biggest killer. The proposal is part of a major offensive against heart disease expected to be approved by health chiefs next week.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... Byline: MARIE LEVY and SANDY McKENZIE report. EVERY YEAR heart disease and strokes cause more than 500 early deaths on Teesside leaving people in some areas of Middlesbrough with the same average life expectancy as those in North Korea, Mongolia, Guatemala, and Vanuatu. ...
The technique that saves lives.(News)
Jan 02, 2008 ... MORE heart attack victims are to benefit from a life-saving treatment pioneered in the North-east as an award winning initiative rolls out across the region. Angioplasty involves taking patients straight to a heart attack centre for an operation in which a tube is inserted into ...