Newspaper Article Examples

Here are some examples of newspaper stories I have written and hope to include in my newspaper:

Firework Success

Portsmouth's biggest firework display went ahead last night after fears that it could be cancelled, it was deemed to be a huge success by the local community. Fears arose that the event was to be cancelled this year due to the trouble that it attracted last year. It was reported that three fights broke out during the event last year and left a teenage girl in hospital with head injuries.  Portsmouth City Council who runs the event ensured that the security was increased this year and also made the decision to remove the usual ‘fun fair’ in order to attract less trouble. The event that took place at King George V playing fields in Cosham seemed to run smoothly and was a safe and enjoyable event enjoyed by 10,000 people.

YouTube Hit

South coast idol winners, One Voice from Waterlooville, have managed to secure a record deal with Sony music. This came as no surprise after the groups winning performance has received nearly 900,000 views on YouTube.
‘We’re ecstatic to of been given this opportunity, we never thought in a million years we would managed to get 900,00 views on YouTube, let alone managed to secure a record deal with song music!’ The group told us.

Twelve Homes Evacuated

Twelve homes have been evacuated after a gas leak in Havant after a 700 800-litre tank leaked at a property. Residents were told to evacuate at 2pm on Wednesday morning after the alarm was raised at 1pm. The emergency services were informed of the leak and sent out a fire engine and a specialist gas unit. The residents are currently staying at the St Michael & All Angels Church Hall until they receive the all clear to return to their homes.

Flood

Flood warnings were issued today after extreme torrential rain hit the south. Residents have been evacuated after serious flooding in Hayling Island. The flood warning has been issued to cover the area from Milford to Calshot. Residents have been evacuated to St Mary's Church Hall in Hayling Island where they are being offered warm clothing and food.

I used various differen't websites to help me when writting these stoires such as
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/News_writing