Northumberland Gazette - Columnists Feed

VET’S DIARY: The highs and lows of thoroughbred horses

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:00:41 GMT

If I come back in my next life, I’d like to be a racehorse, I heard jockey AP McCoy say on ITV news on April 5, writes ED CHINN.

Chew wouldn’t believe it

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:31:45 GMT

It may have an iconic castle, a world-famous garden and a fine collection of independent shops. Yet it was something else which caught the attention of some recent visitors to Alnwick.

Let’s hope Trust keeps to its word on GP cover

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:26:28 GMT

It is a shame to hear that a local GP surgery is pulling out of its contract to provide emergency cover during the daytime at Alnwick Infirmary.

Visitor boost needs to be met with investment

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:18:54 GMT

There has been much recent talk of pushing the tourist industry in the county, particularly in the rural and coastal north.

Special little boy who  deserves all our support

Thu, 02 May 2013 08:35:45 GMT

The story of little Aidan Jackowiak Smith is a poignant one, both uplifting and heart-wrenching.

Uncovered truth of homeless youths

Wed, 01 May 2013 14:47:55 GMT

The rise in the number of young people reported to be sleeping rough or facing housing issues in Alnwick last year may not seem alarming on the face of it. But when you take into account the small size of the town, it becomes disturbing.

VET’S DIARY: Some dogs will make a meal of anything going

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:37:27 GMT

Having been without a dog for 15 months after the death of our much-loved Staffy, we eventually acquired a Labrador puppy just over a year ago, writes David Young.