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September 2006 News

September 29, 2006

Telegraph deputy editor leaves to launch media consultancy firm
Nigel's "95 per cent excited and five per cent nervous" at new venture

Mysteries of 'spooks and hacks' unravelled at Knightley lecture
Veteran investigative reporter to launch visiting speaker series at University of Lincoln

All-action news staff take on series of stunts
Parachute jumps, aerobatic displays and marathon cycling treks are all in a day's work

Observer has key role in prosecution after reporter's legwork pays off
Praise from police as drug dealer is snared by reporter's evidence

September 28, 2006

Reporter sheds 4st after turning 30 and getting stark warning from doctor
Journalist is fighting fit after giving his lifestyle an overhaul

Driver hands himself in after front page hit-and-run coma pic
Shocked family get results from the Advertiser after police draw a blank

Award-winning journalist is new Free Press editor
Nic moves from sister weekly to take on key role

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Plus: Claims Guardian "whipped up story to scare parents" - and more regional press news in brief

'Journalism Matters' rally hits Bristol
More than 100 people turned out to call for a halt to industry cuts

Video first for Argus as county cricket club celebrates
Extensive coverage of double trophy winners included online bulletin and souvenir pull-outs

September 27, 2006

Reader casts 664 votes in attempt to rig newspaper web poll
Multiple votes are cast from both sides on issue that has divided the community

Weekly journalist enjoys Ryder Cup assignment
Local connection prompts golf fan to fly to Ireland for "out of this world" trip

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Plus: 'Herald Honeys' step out for a good cause - and more regional press news in brief

Journalist sleeps rough on the streets as he spends 48 hours homeless

Journalist sleeps rough on the streets as he spends 48 hours homeless
News man left newsroom with £5 and a sleeping bag in a bid to get a real picture of city problem

September 26, 2006

Papers urged to increase mental health reporting
Call for more coverage is made ahead of launch of a service to give easier access to case studies

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Plus: Web-based press conference will let young journalists quiz councillors - and more news in brief

September 25, 2006

Journalism survey: Take part to help paint a picture of the industry
Fill out the HTFP survey and be in with a chance to win £150

MEN readers grill PM at newspaper's own debate
Tony Blair takes the stage on eve of final conference

New Nottingham Evening Post editor appointed
Graham Glen's successor will also be Northcliffe's regional editorial director for the Midlands

Press claims exclusive on 'Hamster' crash
Exclusive pics win deal to show Sky footage on York paper's website

September 22, 2006

News in brief
Plus: Concerns taken to parliament in wake of Echo campaign - and more news in brief

May steps up at News Shopper
Journalist wins promotion after eight years as deputy at south London series

Readers ask the funniest things...
Late night call to the newsroom caused amusement and amazement for Mail man

Former Evening Post man spills the beans on new sporting venture
Long-serving sports editor has set up his own golf magazine and community sports paper

September 21, 2006

Echo's Ron Wain joins Deep South Media
Business editor takes up new post as communications consultancy expands

Minister's refusal to accept Cambrian News petition sparks political row
Editor says decision is "nonsense" but newspaper will continue to fight

September 20, 2006

Guardian crowns its own 'Mr and Miss' after contest outrage
Reader letters prompted move by editorial staff to find genuine home-grown faces

Reporter quits newsroom for new start in Uganda
Journalist will mix voluntary work with newsgathering in civil war-hit region

Jobs lost as North West Enquirer goes into administration
Region-wide weekly ceases publication but MD says "I'd try it again"

September 19, 2006

TUC says 'Journalism Matters'
Unanimous support for motion highlighting crucial role of the media and dangers to profession

Entertainment writer to stage his own performance
Reporter will step on to the other side of the footlights after landing plum role

Telegraph sends its readers to university
Six scholarships are handed out in potentially life-changing in-paper promotion

Reporter takes on snooker No1 Stephen Hendry - and wins
Journalist challenged his sporting hero to a match on the green baize with surprising results...

September 18, 2006

Dirt track tank drive for Times man Nick
Which of your reporters would you let take charge of a 16-tonne tank?

Gazette lends support as protest march hits town
Paper helps out with 2,000 posters to hammer home hospital cuts anger

Former UK editor finally wins work permit to stay in Nassau
Controversial editor allowed to stay for 12 months after Labour Dept probe

Burton Mail makes trial switch to morning publication
Thursday trial is being rolled out for month-long stretch after encouraging results

September 15, 2006

Reporter 'lucky to be alive' after river plunge bike accident
Journalist was catapulted over a wall and fell 18ft into a river

Islington Gazette reaches 150th birthday
Celebratory reception and supplement will mark milestone of paper that began life above a pie shop

Self-confessed 'worst driver' takes test again
Reporter with list of bumps, scrapes and speeding points "as long as his arm" puts his skills to the test

September 14, 2006

News in brief
Portfolio boosted, plus - Barry News claims big scoop - and more regional press news in brief

Embassy of Ireland to host Journalists' Charity reception
More than 300 journalists are expected to attend key event

New editor for Highland weeklies
Three weekly paid-for titles and free Herald come under new boss

September 13, 2006

Schools to share WDP cashpot
Initiative will hand out cash to help schools improve facilities

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Plus: Reporter's parachute jump postponed - and more regional press news in brief

Editors to hear from BBC chief at key event
Mark Thompson will deliver keynote speech as media players debate the pros and cons of industry changes

September 12, 2006

Wear Valley weekly hits news stands for first time
News offices are officially opened as readers rush to see first edition

News in brief
Survey favours traditional media. Plus: News readers to put PM on the spot - and more news in brief

TUC to vote on whether Journalism Matters
Motion will highlight role of the media and the threat posed by cuts

Boycott threat lifted as late shift deal is agreed 'in principle'
Dispute over working pattern changes looks set to end

September 11, 2006

New editor steps up to take charge at the Coalville Times
Former Shropshire trainee makes move to multi-edition weekly

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Plus: New website for FOI dept, and more news in brief

500 city newspaper staff set for move to multi-million pound office complex
State-of-the-art base for local and national news operation

Metro moves to Brighton
"Mini" edition moves into Argus Lite territory from today

Hairy time in the newsroom as staff go beardy for charity
"Biggest beard" title on offer for most hirsute member of staff

Baby boom hits Oxford Mail
Oxford males and females produce a clutch of new arrivals

September 08, 2006

New editor takes the helm at the Courier
Well-travelled journalist in charge at the paper where he began his career

Mail prints Extra Late edition to carry Blair announcement
Decision taken to publish breaking news in 2,000+ print run

Herald anniversary prompts cash boost from Sir Ray
£2,000 donation from news chief helps town celebrate with its local paper

Royal opening for Johnston's new £60m press
Triple width machine '50 per cent more productive' and the first of its kind in the UK

Former regional press man pens Cameron biography
Tory leader under scrutiny in book that looks 'behind the spin'

'Keep Mail an evening paper', urges NUJ petition
More than 100 staff put their names to letter for publisher

September 07, 2006

Westcountry journalist prepares for second Polish cycle challenge
Sub-editor will cycle 300 miles to raise money for cancer charity

Wedding 'first' for News
Readers who met through the pages of their local paper say 'I do'

Mercury unveils £12m redevelopment
Health minister Patricia Hewitt and DMGT's Lord Rothermere were among guests at official opening

September 06, 2006

News in brief
Talks continue at paper. Plus: MEN launches mortgage advice service - and more news in brief

Scots journalist pens fictional sequel to true-crime book
Real characters meet made-up creations in new tale by former Courier and Evening Telegraph man

Death of former reporter and news agency founder
Ex-Bolton Evening News journalist also co-founded her own free paper

Mail journalist scores top 10 finish at World Triathlon Championships
Reporter battled through the pain barrier after travelling to Switzerland as part of GB team

September 05, 2006

Bungee jump reporter dives head-first off 180ft bridge
News writer strapped a camera to his hand to film his own leap of faith

News in brief
Plus: Guardian Media Group appoints director of digital strategy - and more news in brief

Tributes paid to free paper founder Lionel Pickering
Former journalist and football club chairman dies aged 74

September 04, 2006

Express reveals fraud shame of man ejected from flight over terror fear
Eagle-eyed reporter recognised photos in paper as man in the dock

'Quality journalism' campaign hits the road
Union to host series of public meetings on key industry issues

New editor named for Herald Express
Plymouth Evening Herald deputy succeeds Brendan Hanrahan

News in brief
Also: Miscarriage of justice claim from Don Hale
- and more regional press news in brief

Gilson to edit The Scotsman
Johnston Press chooses south coast editor for "prestigious" post

September 01, 2006

News cartoonist chosen to get across hospital's cancer message
Gazette man's work is featured on new posters for patients
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