The Northern Echo

Football United in Grief for Sir Bobby

THE world of sport united in grief last night following the death of former England and Newcastle manager Sir Bobby Robson. Alan Shearer, Jose Mourinho and Sir Alex Ferguson led the tributes to the miner's son from Langley Park, County Durham, who finally lost his long battle with cancer, aged 76.

The Magpie Loved and Respected by Black Cats

The village where Sir Bobby Robson grew up errs on the red and white side of the great North-East football divide. Despite this, locals still honour their most famous son.

Legacy of Hope for Other Sufferers

A PART from his footballing fame as a player and a manager, Sir Bobby Robson also leaves a lasting legacy by funding North-East scientists who are battling to find a cure for cancer. His motivation was his own extraordinary fight against cancer, which is diagnosed in about 13,600 people in the North-East every year.

Saharan Touch for Art Gallery

AN art gallery took on an African feeling at the launch of a photographic exhibition that explores the nomadic tribes of Africa. Photojournalist Paul Harris spent two weeks riding around sub- Saharan Africa on a camel to get closer to the Tuareg tribe and understand how they use the land.

Street Evacuated After Fears of Mine Collapse

RESIDENTS have been evacuated after oldmine workings began to collapse beneath their homes. People in Milburn Street, in Crook, near Bishop Auckland, have been told itmay be a year before the Coal Authority completes major repairs to allow them to return.

Cafe Used by Stars Closes After 82 Years

A CAFE frequented by foreign princes and film stars has served its last fry-up. Catterick Newsagency and Cafe, in Catterick Village, North Yorkshire, shut on Wednesday, bringing to an end 82 years of service to villagers, motorists, workers and military personnel.

Campaign Returns to Preserve Bridleway

LOCAL people, ramblers and horseriders are preparing to renew their battle over a proposal to develop a historic bridleway. Plans to use Patches Lane as access to a development in Coatham Grange, near Coatham Mundeville, Darlington, were met with hostility when they were first unveiled in January.

Invitation to Learn Dance with Star

STRICTLY Dance Fever winner Darrien Wright will show youngsters how to step to success next week. Wright, who was also named Citizen of the Year 2007 at the Best of Darlington awards, is back in Darlington and will teach a high- octane dance workshop called Dream It, Live It.

Mp Decision by End of the Year

ALAN MILBURN'S successor as parliamentary candidate for Darlington may not be chosen until the end of the year. The process to find a replacement will take about 12 weeks once a decision on the format of the shortlist is made.

New Teacher Goes to Head of Class

AN awards ceremony has been held for newlyqualified teachers in Darlington. Natalie Douglass, 24, a religious studies teacher at Hurworth Maths and Computing College, was named Darlington NewlyQualified Te acher of 2009 at the ceremony organised by the borough council.

Darlington News Round-Up in Brief

Training you can sign up for PLACES are available on the Sign Language for Beginners course which will run in Darlington this autumn. The training is being organised by theWorkers' Educational Association, at eVolution, in Church Row, every Wednesday for ten weeks fromWednesday, September 30, between 1pm and 3pm.

Invitation to Picnic On Town Green

FAMILIES are being invited to a picnic on Willington town green next weekend. The event takes place next Saturday, from noon to 2pm, and includes craft activities and family games.

Celebrating School's 40th Anniversary

PUPILS have taken part in a fancy dress history event to celebrate their school's anniversary. Children at Bishop Middleham Primary School dressed in outfits to reflect changes in fashion throughout the school's 40 years. The weeklong event followed a recent anniversary assembly.

South Durham News Round-Up in Brief

Jazzy fundraiser for Chloe,12 THE Shildon Jubilee Jazz Band will host a fundraising family fun day at Hackworth Park, Shildon, tomorrow, from 10am to 4pm. The event includes stalls, marching bands, fairground rides and displays. Proceeds will go towards a royal theme party for cancer sufferer Chloe Clark, 12, from Shildon.

Campaign to Ensure Soldiers Remembered

LOCAL historians have requested information on soldiers from a North Yorkshire village who died in the First and Second World Wars. Snape Local History Group will hold its annual exhibition on August Bank HolidayMonday.

Battle of Britain Veteran Calls for Support

A BATTLE of Britain gunner has called for veterans to take part in a ceremony marking 70 years since the outbreak of the Second World War. The Battle of Britain Commemoration Service and Parade will take place at the Allied Air Forces Memorial, at the Yorkshire AirMuseum, in Elvington, York.

Opinions Needed On Eco Strategy

PEOPLE have been asked to comment on North Yorkshire County council's strategy on climate change. The strategy, available at northyorks. gov. uk/climate changeconsultation, sets out the likely impact of the problem.

Forum to Help Victims of Violence

A SCHEME has been set up to help victims of domestic violence feel safer. Hambleton and Richmondshire Domestic Abuse Forum brings together agencies in the Hambleton and Richmond district council's areas.

Audiences Bowled Over by Musical Show

YOUNGSTERS wowed audiences with their school production of a West End classic. Pupils from Richmond Methodist School performed Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat for parents and teachers.

Pair in Police Award Finals

RESIDENTS have shown their appreciation of police officers' work in Ryedale by nominating them for a national award. PC Jane Jones and community support officer Tracy Brown are both in the running for the Jane's Police Review awards to find the best PC and community support officer.