I would rather go to prison
PLUCKY pensioner Kevan Harris has pledged he would "rather go to prison" than pay the full cost for his TV licence fee. more
Yardley reels at Olympic blow for Frankie Gavin
MANY people had tipped Frankie Gavin to win a gold medal at this month's Olympic Games, but last week came the bitter news that the local boxer had been forced to withdraw from the competition. more
Cameron set to rebut Labour claim
David Cameron will use his keynote speech to the Conservative conference on Wednesday to rebut Labour's claim that his lack of "experience" makes him unfit to lead the country through a time of crisis. more
Graham lands Man of Steel award
England prop forward James Graham maintained St Helens' dominance of rugby league's top individual award on Tuesday night when he was named the 2008 engage Super League Man of Steel. more