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July 2006 News

July 31, 2006

Court date for mercy killing claim journalist
Birmingham Mail writer to face magistrates over claims in euthanasia debate

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Books penned by news staff help boost publisher
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Inverness Courier editor Jim Love dies
Long-serving journalist had fought a five-month battle with cancer

Former Chronicle journalist dies at 40
Tributes are paid to Liverpool-born writer who was "liked and admired by all"

More than 40 staff made redundant as Hull press rolls for last time
Production of Mail and sister papers is moved to Grimsby following closure

Second ballot for journalists on industrial action over restructuring plan
Dispute continues over proposed changes which could see jobs cut

July 28, 2006

Striking journalists set for return to work as pay deal is thrashed out
Ten-day walkout continues but further action is suspended as two-year deal is discussed

New editor for News Letter
Former Belfast Telegraph journalist will "relish the challenge" of new role as he returns to newspapers

Journalist recalls first job and tells how it led to love...
Anniversary prompts editor to look back to a time of typewriters and two phones per office

July 27, 2006

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Classified ads survey - Plus: Details of TV companies in search of journalists, and more news in brief

New masthead for Telegraph as subtle change kicks in
Change gives paper a modern look while keeping its traditional feel

Talks held at strike-hit news group
NUJ representatives to meet with management over pay dispute

Editor's will channels cash to nurses
Journalist's husband hands money over to hospital staff as one of Mary-Ann's last wishes is realised

Press club welcomes new directors
Marketing experts will boost events and sponsorship activities

Pensions axe for news staff prompts industrial action vote
Publisher is proposing to close its final-salary pension scheme to new and existing members

July 26, 2006

Mag for region's women in double celebration
Award-winning publication celebrates fifth anniversary by gaining 1,000th website member

July 25, 2006

Evening News unveils 'fresh' new look
Redesign includes new fonts, easier navigation and headlines which don't shout at you

Reporter gets on his bike and goes 'green'
Environmentally-conscious newsman leaves his car behind in month-long trial

Ex-pat editor under fire from ministers in press freedom row
Politicians call for journalist to be thrown out of the country for "telling the truth"

July 24, 2006

Ten-day strike by journalists to hit newsrooms from today
Action from Yorkshire newspaper staff after stalemate reached with management

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Newsquest invests in training, plus: Runner-up prize for Booth, and more news in brief

Tilley takes the helm at the Gazette

Chronicle helps local DJ escape from war-torn Beirut
Newsdesk got vital message on rendezvous point to stranded performer

July 21, 2006

Beirut link brings breaking news on trapped Echo reader's plight
Editor's decision leaves Brit to tell war zone story in his own words

Tilley takes the helm at the Gazette
London journalist switches papers to take up editorship

July 20, 2006

Ten-day strike threat by journalists in protest over pay
NUJ says new walkout could last until August 2 unless management offers "constructive talks"

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Calls for hearing to be held in public. Plus: Paper faces reporting ban - and more news in brief

Journalist-turned-author tells story of mother wrongly accused of murder
Book goes on sale across the world after former regional press writer gave up job at The Mirror

'Top of the shop' event as news editor turns bingo caller for charity
Journalist had civic dignitaries hanging on his every word as they aimed to hit the jackpot

Comedy legend Doddy takes on Echo editor's chair
String of comics are roped in to guest edit paper as Alastair Machray goes on holiday

July 19, 2006

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Plus: CBeebies job for journalism graduate - and more regional press news in brief

Popular former Post editor has died, aged 76
Tributes paid to man who was an inspiration for a generation

July 18, 2006

Trinity Mirror sells off magazines and exhibitions arm
Management team buys business in £41.5m deal

News staff take to the water to raise charity cash
Boat race teams faced fierce competition in test of stamina

Rothermere and Bailey among 'most powerful'
DMGT and Trinity Mirror bosses take their places alongside media movers and shakers

Island publisher buys free ad paper
Isle of Wight County Press Group boosts its portfolio

Pay protest journalists begin second walkout
Two-day strike due to begin today at South Yorkshire Newspapers

Former regional press man takes on Thai challenge
Ex-snapper, sub-editor and sports editor adjusts to life in Bangkok as he carves a fresh media career

July 17, 2006

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Plus AOP awards deadline, Build a Better Brid, and more regional press news in brief

Editorial team effort pays off for Mail after RAF jet crash
Reporters, photographers and subs volunteer to help out as major story breaks

'Powerful' editor retains his spot in top 100
Horrocks still holding his own - but falls behind Wayne and Coleen in pecking order

Reunion for long-lost brothers is thanks to Telegraph article
Youngest of seven brothers pleased with result from letter to paper

Early morning call-out as kids' coach smash drama unfolds
Newsroom swings into action as foreign crash alert reaches Express & Star

July 14, 2006

City give-away helps paper reach 'more young readers'
Number of free copies could increase further

Mail's former political editor has died, aged 75
Stanley Sparks had received an OBE for services to journalism

Mercury landmark going like clockwork
"High tech" addition is part of £12m HQ revamp

In-paper promotion offers free scholarships to Derby university
Cash-strapped students are offered help with the cost of studying

July 13, 2006

High-flying reporter takes to the sky for wingwalk
London weekly's action girl takes a 120mph open-air flight

Long-serving journalist tackles new deadlines after newsroom retirement
Novel pastime set to fill days for former Telegraph reporter

Deputy editor named at Evening Express
Promotion for former deputy who joined title as a trainee

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FOI shows what coppers get up to on the side. Plus: move for Newspaper Society and more news in brief

Editor-in-chief appointed for Chronicle series
Promotion for former BBC man at Northcliffe's weeklies

South Yorkshire journalists walk out
23-strong union chapel takes action - second strike planned next week

July 12, 2006

Telegraph promotion offers free scholarships to Derby university

IDS gives backing to 'stronger local media'
Former Tory leader addresses journalism students on popular London training programme

Cross-bay half-marathon takes journalist through muddy waters
Morecambe Bay challenge for "No1" Gazette girl

Weekly editors expand roles at Johnston Press
Retirement sparks reshuffle as senior staff take on new challenges

Swift turnaround on Elton John special secures newspaper sales boost
Rare south coast gig fires readers' imagination as sales soar by 7.4 per cent

New editor-in-chief for Essex Chronicle

Crash dash for journalism trainers during new office reception
NCTJ guests help crash victims during group's big day

July 11, 2006

Finlay appointed publishing director at Kent Regional Newspapers
Former editor-in-chief takes on cross-company role responsible for editorial and advertising

Reporter completes marathon 24-hour tennis match
28-set game brings in £800 for journalist's favourite charity

July 10, 2006

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Plus: Echo photographer says farewell after 25 years - and more news in brief

Sunshine beckons as early retirement sparks Algarve news project for Mike
Publisher set for a place in the sun running his own newspaper

Funeral of Jim McClure - a 'timeless genius'
Mourners packed church to remember former Oxford Mail editor

Body armour, bullets and guns for regional press men in Iraq
Defence reporter tells of rocketing tensions and sleepless nights during trip to war-torn country

Birthday bash for 125-year-old Derbyshire weekly
Staff mark milestone for paper which began life as the Ilkeston and Erewash Valley Telegraph

July 07, 2006

Echo newshounds get on their bike for the BHF
58-mile charity ride to be tackled by editorial staff

Eight-inch knife sold to newspaper's 15-year-old 'shopper'
Gazette splashes with life-size pic of blade bought during investigation

Staff vote for strike action at Herts & Essex Newspapers
Vote took place after company plan for reorganisation and redundancy

Extreme diet for reporter aiming to shed 7st
"I'm going 100 days without food", promises Star's Rebecca

July 06, 2006

Yorkshire Post editor joins SoE board
Peter Charlton is co-opted as a member of the board of directors

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Plus: PR man plans story auction website - and more news in brief

Johnston closes free weekly
Last edition hits the streets 18 months after paper was launched

Liverpool Echo drops two editions
Two-edition structure plus new branded website in circulation-driven move

Death of columnist and former editor
Tributes are paid to former Lichfield Mercury, Tamworth Herald and Evening Mail man

July 05, 2006

Journalism training course review could follow Welsh papers' probe
Public funding could boost skills as Welsh Assembly makes recommendations for local media

Managing editor appointed at PA
Gavin steps up after rising through the ranks in 28-year PA career

Great Wall experience tests Mail reporter Katy
Six tough days of hills, steps and mountains attract charity fundraising reward

Weekly newspaper journalists set to strike over pay
Union says staff are unhappy at 2.75 per cent pay offer as workload increases

News duo teams up for 'World According To...' cartoon show
TV editor and syndications man pool their talents to show off offbeat work

July 04, 2006

Award win gives news staff a rare chance to reflect
We turn the spotlight on the EDF Energy South West Weekly Newspaper of the Year

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Plus: "Outstanding contribution" honour for former Telegraph man Vince - and more news in brief

Redcoat? Bluecoat? Features man James is 'funstar' for the day
Journalist entertains the crowds as he swaps newsroom for a holiday camp

Former Gazette editor dies at 101
Arthur Saunders spent more than 40 years working for Hampshire title

July 03, 2006

Editor receives Fellow award in recognition of paper's fundraising feat
Honour for Neal after readers raise £6m for good causes

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Plus: Trinity Mirror's Wilde chairs culture initiative - and more news in brief

Writer Peter's pictures paint a thousand words
How former journalist became an accomplished artist

Jesus/devil fight video trio plead guilty after newspaper tip-off
Police praise for evening paper as vandals who filmed their offences are caught

Davidson steps up to become president
Newsquest man takes on Newspaper Society role during year of excitement and innovation in industry