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Engineers at Northern confident they will outfox old adversary this autumn as they complete ‘battle prep’ three months ahead of schedule

Engineers at Northern have completed the final fleet modifications to help their annual battle with autumn leaf-fall three months ahead of schedule.

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Northern unveils photography exhibition at historic station in the Lake District as part of major upgrade

An exhibition of photographs celebrating the history of a 146-year-old railway station in the Lake District has been unveiled.

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‘Something to be proud of’: New sculpture that celebrates Bridlington’s forgotten past is unveiled

A new sculpture which celebrates a key part of Bridlington’s railway heritage has been unveiled at the town’s station.

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‘I knew something was not right’: Quick-thinking Northern conductor praised for helping to save passenger who fell ill

A train conductor working for Northern has been praised after he made sure a passenger got swift medical treatment which may have saved her life.

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Railway station in Cumbria shortlisted for industry ‘Oscar’

A railway station in Cumbria has been shortlisted for a national rail industry award.

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New train boss sits down with Tees Valley mayor to discuss rail services in the region

The new managing director of Northern, Tricia Williams, has met with the Tees Valley mayor, Ben Houchen, to discuss rail services in the region.

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Northern issues plea to headteachers to help tackle ‘persistent, calculated fare evasion’ by students

Northern has written to the headteachers of eleven secondary schools and academies across the North of England with a plea to help them tackle what they call ‘persistent, calculated fare evasion’ by students.

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Northern receives 8,000 Whatsapp messages in first year since launching service for customers

Northern has received 8,000 Whatsapps from customers in the first year since it joined the global messaging platform.

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Artwork created by students unveiled at Northern station in West Yorkshire

Passengers arriving at a station in West Yorkshire are being greeted by a stunning piece of art created by a group of talented teenagers. 

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Conductors speak out about abuse directed at train crew

Northern is asking members of the public to treat everyone working on the railway with respect as it cracks down on verbal and physical abuse.

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Train operator reviews recruitment process to better support candidates with ADHD

Northern has completed a review of its recruitment process to ensure applicants with neurodivergent conditions are better supported.

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Fares for Northumberland Line announced as customers will pay no more than £3 for a single journey

Northern will offer a range of affordable fares to customers on the new Northumberland Line, ensuring they pay no more than £3 for a single journey along the entire route.