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BBC News
06-04-2025
- BBC News
Man killed in Stanley shooting
A man has died in a shooting in County services attended a home in Elm Street, Stanley, at about 17:20 BST on Saturday following reports of a disturbance.A man aged in his 50s was declared dead at the scene despite the efforts of paramedics to save Police described it as a "truly shocking incident" and an investigation has been launched. Det Supt Neil Fuller said officers were carrying out "several lines of inquiry" but the force has not indicated at this stage whether officers have made any arrests or were searching for anybody else. The victim's family have been informed and were being supported, police added.A cordon was put in place with officers carrying out house-to-house inquiries, and witnesses or anyone with information has been urged to contact Durham Supt Fuller said: "Residents may see an increased police presence in the area. I would like to thank them for their support while we carry out this investigation."Our thoughts are with the man's family at this time." Follow BBC Sunderland on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Regenerative Agriculture Open Event at Great Yorkshire Showground
An event next month will shine a light on innovative approaches to grassland management. The Farmer Scientist Network at the Yorkshire Agricultural Society has organised the event, which will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground on Thursday, March 6. The event is for farmers at any stage of their regenerative agriculture journey, with experts on hand to offer guidance on how best to nurture soil on both arable and livestock farms. Dr Dave George, chair of the Farmer Scientist Network, said: "Getting started with regenerative practices on your farm can be daunting and it does take patience and perseverance to realise the considerable benefits. "This event is all about bringing farmers and experts together to drive better understanding and more informed application of principles that put soil health first on your farm." Soil scientist Neil Fuller will be in attendance to offer farmers new advice during a session exploring how regenerative practices are transforming the food we eat. Farmers will also hear from Fraser Hugill, director of the Beef Shorthorn Association, and Angus Gowthorpe, founder of The Green Farm Collective. The Regenerative Agriculture Open Event will run from 9.30am to 3.15pm and costs £20 per person; places can be booked at
