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Plaque unveiled in memory of hospital's first male matron
A MAN who was the first male matron of a hospital in Barnard Castle has been honoured with a plaque and display in his memory. Nurses and patients attended the tribute to Rex Lowson at the new Richardson Hospital in Barnard Castle, next door to a now-closed
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Student launches new appeal to help African children
A SALTBURN student flew to Ethiopia to deliver £3,500-worth of shoes to poor children - and she plans to help a further 1,000 youngsters. Philippa Robson, 19, of Ruskin Avenue, raised the £3,500 last autumn following a gap year working at a school in
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Catenians mark centenary with new group
A RELIGIOUS group is celebrating its 100th anniversary by forming a new branch in North Yorkshire. The Catenian Association is a worldwide circle of Catholic men, who believe in strengthening family life through friendship and faith. Formed in Manchester
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Boro star backs campaign for statue of football pioneer
MIDDLESBROUGH football star George Boateng this week backed a campaign to honour Arthur Wharton, the world's first black professional footballer, who plied his trade for Darlington. Mr Boateng, the Ghanaian-born Boro midfielder said Mr Wharton was a
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Market day for peasants - and for presents
THE first farmers' market of the year in Middleton in Teesdale takes place on Sunday with a St George's Day theme. There will be people dressed up as peasants roaming the streets and old-style games for children. The youth drama group The Turrets will
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Borough's residents enjoy a good walk
A RECENT survey has revealed that more than 60 per cent of people in Stockton enjoy walking to keep active. More than 2,700 people were interviewed or filled in the survey from Stockton Council and the results showed walking and enjoying the outdoors
