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18/01/2012
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Newcastle Thieves Rob Charity
An appeal has been launched after a number of thieves burgled a South Tyneside charity. The incident occurred between 9.05am and 9.30am, on Tuesday, December 17, when thieves gained entry to the dayroom at Mencap Homes Foundation, on Candlish Street, South Shields. They made off with a television and a mobile phone from the room before leaving the scene. Anyone with information on the burglary or who may know of the stolen items whereabouts is asked to come forward. People can contact police on 101 extension 69191 or the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Scotland Gets Snow And Ice Warning
The Met Office has issued a warning that wintry weather could cause disruption to travel in some parts of Scotland on Thursday. It's yellow "be aware" alert covers parts of the Highlands, Moray, Aberdeenshire and Tayside. Forecasters said snow could fall to depths of 10cm (3in) on ground above 150m (492ft) and to 15cm (5in) above 300m (984ft). The north and north west could have occasional heavy snow showers. Ice may also affect some areas, the Met Office said. The yellow alert covers 00:00 to 23:59 on Thursday.
Fascinators banned From Royal Ascot Enclosure
The prestigious annual Ascot horseracing event has banned 'fascinator' headwear from its Royal Enclosure. This summer, women will now have to wear hats and not the clip-on headwear that has become popular among female attendees in recent years. Under the rules, racegoers will also have to wear skirts or dresses of "modest length" falling just above the knee or longer. For men, a waistcoat and tie will be compulsory in the enclosure and cravats will not be allowed. Organisers said the decision was part of a move to restore formality. The annual week-long event in June attracts about 300,000 visitors each year.
(DW)
An appeal has been launched after a number of thieves burgled a South Tyneside charity. The incident occurred between 9.05am and 9.30am, on Tuesday, December 17, when thieves gained entry to the dayroom at Mencap Homes Foundation, on Candlish Street, South Shields. They made off with a television and a mobile phone from the room before leaving the scene. Anyone with information on the burglary or who may know of the stolen items whereabouts is asked to come forward. People can contact police on 101 extension 69191 or the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Scotland Gets Snow And Ice Warning
The Met Office has issued a warning that wintry weather could cause disruption to travel in some parts of Scotland on Thursday. It's yellow "be aware" alert covers parts of the Highlands, Moray, Aberdeenshire and Tayside. Forecasters said snow could fall to depths of 10cm (3in) on ground above 150m (492ft) and to 15cm (5in) above 300m (984ft). The north and north west could have occasional heavy snow showers. Ice may also affect some areas, the Met Office said. The yellow alert covers 00:00 to 23:59 on Thursday.
Fascinators banned From Royal Ascot Enclosure
The prestigious annual Ascot horseracing event has banned 'fascinator' headwear from its Royal Enclosure. This summer, women will now have to wear hats and not the clip-on headwear that has become popular among female attendees in recent years. Under the rules, racegoers will also have to wear skirts or dresses of "modest length" falling just above the knee or longer. For men, a waistcoat and tie will be compulsory in the enclosure and cravats will not be allowed. Organisers said the decision was part of a move to restore formality. The annual week-long event in June attracts about 300,000 visitors each year.
(DW)
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Charity calls for prosecution of teen drinkers parents
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