Local News
Firm gives John a brand new identity
A BUSINESSMAN has joined the ranks of some of the best-known brands in the world by asking a Morpeth-based company to produce the logo and website for his new initiative.
Scheme helping horses and the environment
COUNTY residents with horses can save money on routine veterinary work through a new travel scheme.
Lots of wildlife to see on village walk
VILLAGE residents enjoyed a stroll through a recently improved woodland area.
Play a role in making Morpeth shine on the longest day
The Morpeth Herald’s Summer of Love campaign has caught the imagination of firms across the area - and now readers can join in the fun.
Ride and show raises money for charities
THE Gary Routledge Ride recently took place through parts of the Northumberland countryside.
Regional News
Course provides crucial job skills
A former carer has told how she plans to set up her own business after attending a course in County Durham designed to give people the skills they need to get back into work.
'9-year wait' for first-time buyers
England's shortage of affordable homes is locking young people in the North East out of the property market for nearly a decade, a Shelter study has found.
Ex-police boss guilty over points
A former Cleveland Police Authority chairman has been convicted of persuading a friend to take three penalty points for him so he avoided a driving ban and furthered his career.
Man charged over cannabis farm
A man from Tyne and Wear has been charged with producing cannabis and abstracting electricity following the discovery of a cannabis farm.
Train passengers 'less satisfied'
Passenger satisfaction on the railways is dipping, according to a survey of thousands of train customers, Northern Rail having the highest number (10%) of passengers who rated their overall satisfaction with their journey as unsatisfactory or poor.
National News
Online retailer offers £3.68 dress
A £3.68 MWD - Minimum Wage Dress - has gone on sale aimed at women who "want to look good on a budget".
£80m redevelopment for Stansted
A busy holiday airport is to get an £80 million terminal redevelopment.
Study: Public pay cut by thousands
The pay of public sector workers will have been cut by thousands of pounds over the lifetime of the coalition Government because of wage freezes, VAT hikes and changes to benefits and tax credit, according to a new study.
Baby antibiotics 'link to eczema'
The use of antibiotics in the first 12 months of life may increase the chance of developing eczema by up to 40%, according to a new study.
'National Service Teachers' call
An army of top teachers should be deployed in schools that are failing their poorest pupils, according to Sir Michael Wilshaw.
Business
Soft play fees scheme will protect kids
A GARDEN centre near Morpeth is teaming up with others across the country to help bring in vital funds for vulnerable children and families.
Town store celebrates major milestone
THE team at a fashion store in Morpeth are celebrating the company’s four decades of style.
Fresh idea to help farm thrive again
A FAMILY whose business was devastated by the foot-and-mouth disease epidemic is bubbling up again thanks to an untapped natural resource.
Residents have say about turbine plans
ALMOST 90 people came along to one of three public exhibitions showing proposals for a five-turbine windfarm on land about 10 miles north west of Morpeth.
Minister hopeful on flood cover
A NEW national deal on flood insurance could be imminent – and a Morpeth model may be a key part.
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Thursday 20 June 2013
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