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Landmark site at gateway to Newcastle deserves a show-stopping plan

I COMPLETELY agree with Bradley Perrett's vision for the remaining Honeysuckle development ("Honeysuckle idea simply sucks", Newcastle Herald, 10/11), the supposed centrepiece of the city's waterfront development. No one would deny the need for more social and affordable housing, but not on the remaining section of Honeysuckle. There is an…

Newcastle Herald

The most DC story ever? Maybe it’s ‘The Exorcist’ - Roll Call

Most prominent Washington tales are political, but homegrown horror “The Exorcist” has been creeping people out for more than 50 years.

Roll Call

Former Capitol Police officer pleads guilty in 2020 cruiser crash with motorcyclist - Roll Call

A former Capitol Police officer pleaded guilty Wednesday to a charge that stems from a 2020 crash in Georgetown with a police cruiser.

Roll Call

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Printing a place to live: In Central Texas, homes are being built with emerging 3D technology

Using robotic 3D printers that can build the concrete walls of a house, a pair of Texas startups say the technology could help alleviate two crises: the housing shortage and climate change.

The Texas Tribune

As ‘The Exorcist’ turns 50, some things to look for in the classic that elevated horror

The movie is returning to theaters and there’s a new 4K Ultra HD package you can possess — unless it possesses you first.

Chicago Sun-Times

Crakanthorp's in-laws lodge plans for Georgetown property

ICAC is investigating the Newcastle MP over his family properties.

Newcastle Herald

Travis County won’t pursue driving while intoxicated charges against State Sen. Charles Schwertner

The Republican from Georgetown was arrested in Austin in February. But the county attorney said there wasn’t sufficient evidence to prosecute.

The Texas Tribune

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Dumfries comes together for Guid Nychburris celebrations

Saturday's crowning was followed by the streets being crammed for the parade later in the day

Daily Record

Death toll in Guyana girls dorm fire rises to 20 when 14-year-old dies in hospital

Guyana's health ministry says the death toll in a girl’s dormitory fire has risen to 20 after a 14-year-old girl died of her injuries at a hospital in Georgetown

The Independent UK

Family of Christian Glass to receive $19 million in settlement over son’s 2021 police shooting death

The state of Colorado and three local law enforcement agencies agreed to a record $19 million settlement in the death of Christian Glass, a 22-year-old who was shot and killed by police in June in Silver Plume after he crashed his car and called 911 for help.

The Denver Post

Bargain buys: Seven Newcastle homes that sold below the suburb's median

The current median house value in the Newcastle region is $825,322.

Newcastle Herald

Dumfries pothole-riddled roads an "accident waiting to happen"

Airds Drive, as well as Georgetown, Barnton, Gillbrae and Craigs roads are driving motorists up the wall

Daily Record

State Sen. Charles Schwertner arrested on suspicion of drunken driving

Schwertner, a Georgetown Republican, was booked into the Travis County jail at 2:12 a.m.

The Texas Tribune

Stadium starstruck by Kidman and Urban glamour couple

THE hallowed turf of McDonald Jones Stadium isn't foreign ground when it comes to star power. It's played host to football icon David Beckham, turned green and gold for the Socceroos and Matildas and been the playground of rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns. But Newcastle isn't LA, or even Sydney,…

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The Bangkok-to-Singapore train voyage that will make you fall in love with overland travel

While the luxe Orient Express is the sole direct train between Bangkok and Singapore, it’s certainly not the only option for crossing southeast Asia. Lucie Grace takes the DIY approach on public trains

Reuters

Guyana presidential guard stabbed by attacker at official residence

A presidential guard in Guyana was stabbed five times in capital Georgetown on Thursday by a man who demanded to see President Irfaan Ali after arriving at his official residence, police said.

WEKU

Georgetown officials request state auditor to look into water service amid rate increase proposals

Newcastle Herald

Unit block approved for former Georgetown fruit shop site

The building at 42 Georgetown Road will contain 23 residential units. The ground floor will house two commercial units and 33 car spaces.

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Georgetown water customers could see bills increase 61%

Chicago Sun-Times

Childhood friends MacKenzie Entwistle, Taylor Raddysh, Jason Dickinson amazed by Blackhawks reunion

They grew up as friends and teammates in the relatively small town of Georgetown, Ontario. Now, they’re all in the NHL, playing for the same team — a 1-in-8,000 coincidence that even bewilders them.

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle bricklayer Adam Brandt in hunt for Million Dollar Chase with French Martini

After his son, Reece, picked out a winner in the form of Lock Master, Georgetown bricklayer Adam Brandt went back to the same dam to secure a female as a breeding prospect.

Los Angeles Times

Migrant flight never arrives near Biden’s coastal home after Delaware officials launch preparations

GEORGETOWN, Del. — As the Republican governors of Texas, Florida and Arizona continued to wield a political tactic of transporting migrants outside their states, Delaware officials and immigration advocates prepared Tuesday to offer help after reports suggested a private plane bringing a group of migrants could land at an airport…

Reuters

Oil money is flooding into Guyana. Who will benefit?

Ever since Exxon Mobil found vast deposits of oil off Guyana's coastline in 2015, government leaders have pledged that black gold would transform the fortunes of one of South America's poorest countries.

The Independent UK

British Airways adds new South American gateway from 2023: Guyana

BA will link London Gatwick with the capital, Georgetown, twice a week

Tribune News Service

Capitol Police officer facing criminal charges tied to hit-and-run cover-up resigns, sources say

WASHINGTON — Thomas Smith, a veteran U.S. Capitol Police officer facing criminal charges for trying to cover up a 2020 hit-and-run in Georgetown — which left a motorcyclist injured — has resigned from the department, sources said.

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