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Stories for 13 January 2008

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Odds slashed on Keegan return to Newcastle United

The odds on Kevin Keegan making an emotional return as Newcastle manager were slashed today, with the Toon legend moving to second favourite to take the post.   more...

Police uncover second cannabis farm in as many days

POLICE in south Durham uncovered a second cannabis farm in two days when they raided a house in Crook on Saturday.   more...

North-East man dies in mountain fall

A NORTH-EAST man has died after falling from a ridge on one of England's highest mountains.   more...

Fishermen rescued off North-East coast

TWO fishermen had to be rescued at sea at the weekend after their boat's engine failed.   more...

Disruptions possible during sewerage network upgrade

A £330,000 project to upgrade the sewerage network in Great Lumley, near Chester-le-Street, will begin tomorrow with disruptions possible for up to three months.   more...

Northern Rock could be nationalised by Tuesday

NORTHERN Rock could be nationalised by Tuesday after it emerged that a city troubleshooter has been recruited in case of public ownership.   more...