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August 2005 News

August 31, 2005

Retiring Shetland editor 'will be a hard act to follow'
Vaila Wishart is to step down from her role after 15 years

Death of former newspaper chairman
Evening News man Marcus Tillotson also served as president of the Newspaper Society

News in brief
Paper comes to the aid of navy hero - plus more regional press news in brief

Man jailed for life thanks to Evening Post
Judge praises paper for helping to bring "incredibly dangerous" robber to book

Mail's cup kings coverage celebrates city's success
More than 60 pages are devoted to coverage of local sporting triumph

August 30, 2005

Editor uses redundancy payment to launch new newspaper
First issue will hit the streets this week with 100 per cent editorial

Online project gives Mercury readers their say

Team of journalism tutors launches guide to key concepts
New book is a "useful but critical source of information" for beginners in journalism

Death of former Derby Evening Telegraph and WMN writer
June Lander also worked for the Bath Chronicle

Post stands by its story after 'under pressure' Megson attacks fans
Editor's firm response after football club manager questions integrity of newspaper

August 26, 2005

Textbook for broadcast journalism wannabees
New edition includes timely topics such as 9/11 and examines real-life situations that reporters face

Industrial action ends to make way for talks
Protest over workloads and staffing levels is halted after management agrees to meeting

August 25, 2005

News in brief
Journalist had a rare genetic disorder. Plus new multimedia appointment at PA and more news in brief

Editor's fundraising bid marks 40 years in newspapers
Journalist celebrates career so far and says: "I wouldn't change it for the world"

Staff reshuffle as Mail prepares for 'biggest change in 30 years'
Editor Steve Dyson plans for major relaunch of Birmingham Evening Mail

Up, up and away in a beautiful balloon
Feature writer takes to the skies for his first flying lesson

Using journalism skills to solve arguments

August 24, 2005

Journalist loses unfair dismissal claim
Claims of bullying and being punished as a 'whistleblower' are thrown out by tribunal

Asylum seeker's thanks for press coverage and reader support
Letters page was flooded with mail in support of teenager's efforts to stay in Britain

August 23, 2005

Reporter reaches new heights in bid for a scoop
Gazette news man "loved every second" as he leapt out of a plane at 13,000ft

Evening News revamps its sports coverage
Editor is hoping that changes will be followed by success on the pitch

Union to boycott newspaper awards
Staff take exception to editorial cuts

August 22, 2005

Laughter is the best medicine
Split your sides with laughter yoga - and find out if it tickled Birmingham Post reporter Helen Gabriel

Falklands editor visits Chronicle
Weekly newspaper plays host to journalist's fact-finding mission

August 19, 2005

Reporter completes world's largest triathlon
Times journalist Charlie gets to grips with tough London event

Reporter goes back to school to put A-levels to the test
So what grades did Evening Mail journalist Diane get...?

News in brief

August 18, 2005

South London pay dispute is settled
National Union of Journalists members accept three per cent pay offer following three days of strike action

News in brief
Plus: former Echo home is demolished - and more news in brief

Reporter recreates TV hit in village of Lost
Aberdeen journalist joins in fun surrounding TV show

All-action news team go on the 'assault' to raise appeal cash
Journalists left comfort of the newsroom to face tough 28-obstacle course

August 17, 2005

Tributes from protégés mark death of Midlands journalist
Talented news man helped save a colleague's life, and was an inspiration to many

Former Leeds journalists invited to return home
Complimentary trips on offer for 'Loiners' keen to see how their city has changed

Yorkshire publisher to invest £20m in new printing plant
Rotherham Advertiser owners win £570,000 funding and will sell existing factory to fund new facility

Coventry strikers return to work
Indefinite strike over pay comes to an end

August 16, 2005

Editor conquers Kilimanjaro
"Emotional moment" as team reaches summit after gruelling six-day trek - and raises £70,000 for charity

Sports writer returns to disaster-hit country to help change lives

Sports writer returns to disaster-hit country to help change lives
Examiner journalist witnesses devastation first-hand during trip to deliver aid to survivors

Lotto splash beats nationals and breaks records
Weekly hits circulation jackpot thanks to £18m local lottery win

Print veteran Hadwin celebrates 60 years in the business
Former editor became a reporter when telephones were a luxury and photos in papers were rarer still

August 15, 2005

Suicide verdict on death of newspaper executive
Inquest told that man had been experiencing "pressures at work"

Northcliffe the focus of national day of protest
Plans to make £20m-a-year savings for next two years prompt outcry from union members

Telegraph editor Curran wins editor-in-chief role
Promotion gives control over Independent News and Media's Northern Ireland titles

'My legs felt like they were filled with water and my stomach felt like jelly'
Evening News editor Horrocks nears the summit: Read his diary here

Bedfordshire on Sunday bought by owners of Cambridge Evening News
Iliffe adds six sister weeklies to its portfolio

August 12, 2005

News in brief
Plus: Dinner date for Highland journalist - and more news in brief

Editor faces 'hardest day' so far in Kilimanjaro climb
Charity pledges help boost spirits.

Horrocks tells of near-death drama at 13,900ft
Crew member needed mouth-to-mouth and oxygen after becoming dehydrated

August 11, 2005

Go-getting reporter's 13,000ft leap of faith
Observer reporter Michelle tests her nerves of steel for charity jump

Editor accused of stirring racial tension
Free sheet owner facing court date over editorial

Johnston rubber-stamps deal to buy 45 local papers
Weeklies come under Johnston Press ownership as purchase is finalised

PM's support for Kilimanjaro climbers
Support floods in for charity trek:

Children's portrayal in the media to come under scrutiny
Media conference to examine reponsibilities of the press on coverage of minors

'Aspire' journalist wins bursary training
Support network for black media professionals brings success for aspiring writer

August 10, 2005

News in brief
PA under spotlight, plus Asian acquisition for Johnston Press - and more news in brief

Editor's Kilimanjaro plane turned back in bad weather
Delay fear on ascent is allayed as Paul Horrocks begins 20,000ft climb. Click to read his diary

Archant head office to benefit from investment
Year-long refurbishment for EDP/Evening News offices to bring new look and new facilities

August 09, 2005

Sheffield journalists begin protest over staffing levels
NUJ members say they are under pressure and will take industrial action "until further notice"

New chairman for world's oldest press club
Former Birmingham Post man John Lamb takes on new role

Investigations reporter appointed due to reader demand
Calls for more hard-edged campaigning journalism are answered

Profits fall at Archant after difficult period
Chairman's report gives warning on the advertising market

All dressed up and nowhere to go
Reporters get their glad rags on after boss sends them out bargain hunting

Tributes paid to long-serving reporter
Cancer claims life of Bernal Daulman, who worked at the Gazette and Herald for 40 years

August 08, 2005

Standard editor John retires after ten years at the top
Editor helped steer struggling paper to success and dealt with world's media following Soham murders

Reporter-turned-comedian makes his Edinburgh Fringe Festival debut
Former regional news editor entertains crowds with a mix of sketches, songs and characters

Journal unveils plans for new home
Staff will move to new purpose-built offices after outgrowing their current building

'I'm just a reporter... get me out of here!'
"Excitement and fear" as WDP man becomes a daredevil stunt pilot

August 05, 2005

Gazette scores exclusive interview with Hollywood star Orlando
Good old-fashioned contacts pay off as film star talks to his local paper

Journalist's first novel hits shelves after 11-year bid for publishing deal
Former Western Mail staffer who wrote a new novel every year finally sees her ambition achieved

August 04, 2005

Penman resigns from Evening Telegraph
Editor stands down after three years at Johnston title

Editor ready to face 'biggest personal adventure'
Journalist is part of Kilimanjaro climbing team aiming to raise £50,000

Death of former Chronicle reporter and photographer
Gordon Anckorn enjoyed 50-year career in news after following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather

Chief reporter scoops £200 thanks to her local knowledge
Barbara makes the news after years of writing it and proves she is perfectly in tune with her community

In the Army now...
Feature writer leaves the safety of the newsroom behind to do 'battle' as a soldier

August 03, 2005

News in brief
Commons motion says wages should recognise qualifications, experience and dedication to industry

Royal coup as heir to the throne writes for the P&J
HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, turns roving reporter

Drive begins to transform Mail's coverage
Midlands paper to recruit new reporters to help improve grassroots news

August 02, 2005

Mail reporter toes the line as he faces the Toeminator
Toe-wrestling journalist dives feet first into his latest assignment

Editor's 'grow up' message to councillors
War of words continues as members are accused of wasting taxpayer's time with a personal attack

NUJ calls for Trinity chief to intervene in pay dispute
Union claims strikes are damaging group's newspapers

August 01, 2005

Sub-editor tells of tornado terror
Journalist feared for her safety as her home and car were hit by extreme weather

Weekly targets 'ignored' Portuguese community
Dedicated news service launched to help "bridge the gap" and boost sales

Date set for Press Ball
Chance to enjoy a night of drinking, dancing and networking