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In Memory of Kathryn ; Charity Night Will Celebrate Mum's Bravery

A BRAVE young mum who lost her battle against cancer will be remembered at a celebration of her life. Teaching assistant Kathryn Jeff was only 33 when she died at the start of the school summer holidays.

Ships Noise 'Will Not Be a Nuisance'

EXPERTS have concluded that noise generated from the proposed 'Ghost Ships' development would not significantly affect nearby homes. Environmental campaigners argue that people living in Seaton Carew and children attending the local primary school will suffer a noticeable amount of noise pollution fromthe TERRC site in Graythorp.

In Rief: Help to Clean Up the Garden

THE garden at Ragworth Neighbourhood Centre in Stockton is opening its gates for a half-term spring clean. Staff at the St John's Way centre are looking for young people to turn up at 11am on Tuesday, October 23, to help tidy the outdoor area and plant bulbs around the building. A hot lunch will be provided.

In Rief: Inquest Opens

AN INQUEST has been opened into the death of a rope access technician from Thornaby. Jamaican-born David Hobbs, 46, was pronounced dead at his home in Lockton Crescent on October 8.

In Rief: Name Your Hero

In Rief: Tickets Available

Every Penny Counts for Us ; Disabled Helped to Keep On Move

A CHARITY that runs from the heart of Middlesbrough town centre is shopping for a wish. Middlesbrough Shopmobility helps people with a disability get out and about by hiring out scooters, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.

School Links with Workplace Praised

A SCHOOL'S links with industry and the steps it takes in helping to prepare pupils for when they leave have been praised by inspectors. An Ofsted report on Marske's Bydales Specialist Technology College notes the proportion of pupils continuing into education, employment or training after attending is "exceptionally high".

Pet Fear Leads to Mercy

A PRISONER was sent home to his cat after a judge heard that his pet was his main worry while he was behind bars. A neighbour had been feeding Tony Smith's cat for the last three weeks when he was on remand awaiting sentence.

Confronting the Issue of Refugees

THE horrific plight of refugees and asylum seekers in the UK was brought to life for students in Stockton. Stockton Sixth Form College hosted "They get free mobiles ...don't they?", a new production by the Birmingham-based Banner Theatre.

Bright Idea in Homes ; Light Can Stop the Burglars

POLICE are urging people to "be bright" and put on a light to beat burglars this autumn. To mark the 25th anniversary of Neighbourhood Watch, Cleveland Police and the Gazette are putting out a string of community safety messages.

Daily Guide to Safer Life

A SERIES of campaigns to mark the 25th anniversary of Neighbourhood Watch is being launched by police. From today, Cleveland Police and the Gazette kick off a week- long drive in a bid to ensure people stay safe. Each day, we will highlight a safety message on a particular theme.

The Wake Up Call Came When the Doctor Told Me I Would Be Dead Before I Was 50

LIFE FOR mega-slimmer Chris Hare has doubled in fun since she halved in weight by losing a staggering 14 stones. Just fours years ago, Chris's massive 26.5st frame was literally killing her.

Open for All

In Brief: Resource Bus On the Road

In Brief: Inquest Opened

In Brief: Roundabout Works

In Brief: Open All Hours

First Class 2007

IT'S one of the biggest events in a child's life and the Evening Gazette will be capturing the moment for posterity. Every day we will be featuring pictures of reception classes of Teesside youngsters embarking on the first step of their education. Today the featured schools are Preston Primary School; Yarm Primary School; Mill Lane Primary School, Stockton; and Chandlers Ridge Primary School, Nunthorpe.

All Ship-Shape at Grand Re-Launch

IT WAS all hands on deck at a Teesside harbour for a double maritime celebration. The HMS Trincomalee, which is anchored at Hartlepool Marina, has celebrated her 190th birthday.