THE Ministry of Defence today announced plans to buy 22 new Chinook helicopters to increase air support on the frontline in Afghanistan. Full Article at The Northern Echo
A HOMECOMING parade that was expected to be attended by hundreds of military personnel and members of the public has been postponed, The Northern Echo understands. Full Article at The Northern Echo
WE clergy have been told by our ecclesiastical superiors that we must not join the BNP. Well, I wouldn’t join a thuggish gang like the BNP if they gave you free beer and double points on my Tesco Clubcard. Full Article at The Northern Echo
X Factor winner Joe McElderry talks about his crush on Cheryl Cole and outlines his plans to become the next George Michael... JOE MCELDERRY is still in shock. Full Article at The Northern Echo
Shildon teenager Kate Avery achieved the biggest success of her blossoming young career at the weekend when she claimed a bronze medal at the European Cross Country Championships in Dublin. Full Article at The Northern Echo
THE International Cricket Council’s decision review system faces an acid test as South Africa and England lock horns. Full Article at The Northern Echo
CONFIDENT Stuart Broad is about to embark on what may be the defining stage of his Test career – as a pivotal allround influence, in the absence of Andrew Flintoff. Full Article at The Northern Echo
JAMIE CARRAGHER has revealed he ‘‘prays to God’’ every night to help Liverpool win the FA Cup or the Europa League. Full Article at The Northern Echo
STEVE STAUNTON will meet the Darlington board this afternoon but the manager’s position at the club is not on the agenda. Full Article at The Northern Echo
WEST BROM striker Simon Cox denied QPR a memorable victory with a 94th-minute equaliser which saved the Coca-Cola Championship high-flyers from a second successive home defeat. Full Article at The Northern Echo