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  • Dale Winton dead at 62

    TV presenter and Supermarket Sweep host Dale Winton has died at the age of 62. The star's agent announced the TV favourite had died at his home earlier on Wednesday. His long-term agent Jan Kennedy announced in a statement to the Press Association

  • Bishops in deep relegation trouble after 6-0 home defeat

    Bishop Auckland slipped deeper into relegation trouble when they were easily beaten 6-0 at home by Sunderland RCA last night Bishops got off to a bad start after 6 minutes, when centre half Wilf Dinsdale was off the field receiving treatment. A free

  • Wright wants four more wins from Darlington

    HAVING watched his team put in an improved display at the weekend, Tommy Wright has warned his Darlington players he will accept no slacking this evening at Spennymoor Town. Saturday’s win at FC United of Manchester came seven days after a disappointing

  • Ainsley appeals for fans to come out in force

    SPENNYMOOR TOWN manager Jason Ainsley has appealed to the club's supporters to turn out in force for tonight’s much-awaited game with Darlington. It will take place the Brewery Field, which was deemed playable following an inspection yesterday,

  • Air ambulance called after pedestrian is struck by vehicle

    AN AIR ambulance was called to assist after a pedestrian was hurt in a road traffic accident. The air ambulance landed in a nearby school field after a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in Norton Road, Stockton, shortly after 7pm.

  • Woman who died in crash named

    A WOMAN who died after a collision in Newcastle has been identified by police. Ranjit Kaur Grewal, 49, who lived with her family in the Fenham area, died after the incident at 7.05pm on Monday evening. The three-vehicle collision took place

  • Sexual predator Jeffrey Errington jailed for 24 years

    A PREDATORY paedophile who abused boys over two decades has been jailed for 24 years after a court heard of the heart-rending trail of misery he left behind him. Jeffrey Errington left his 11 victims mentally scarred and suffering drug and alcohol

  • Woman whose video footage helped jail attacker gets award

    A WOMAN whose video footage of a vicious assault helped to put a man behind bars for 16 years has been given an award for bravery. Rebecca March was in The Surtees pub, in Crook, when John Sloanes launched an unprovoked attack on a 36-year-old

  • Big-nosed burglary suspect caught on camera

    POLICE have released CCTV footage of a man with a long nose they looking for in connection with a burglary and attempted burglaries. The incidents happened in the Marton area of Middlesbrough. The attempted burglaries occurred at properties

  • Teenager facing trial on car crash claims

    A TEENAGER has denied injuring or trying to injure three people by driving dangerously. Josh Liddle pleaded not guilty to causing serious injury to a woman by driving a Volkswagen Golf dangerously on Ellerbeck Way, Ormesby, Middlesbrough. He

  • Restaurant Review: The Tuns, Sadberge

    Malcolm Warne keeps a promise he made to himself to return to a village pub enjoying a renaissance WE’VE been taking some entirely justified flak about giving County Durham the cold shoulder of late so we ventured back over the border to keep a

  • Everything you need to know about meningitis

    RESEARCH suggests that one in five young people don't know the deadly consequences of contracting meningitis, says Lisa Salmon World Meningitis Day is on April 24, which means there's no better time to equip yourself with knowledge on this

  • Spennymoor Town v Darlington to be played at the Brewery Field

    THE Brewery Field has been deemed playable and will stage Spennymoor Town’s match with Darlington on Thursday evening (7.45pm). An inspection was held today at 4.30pm by a National League nominated referee to determine if the fixture could go ahead

  • Photo of stag in snow wins award

    BRAVING a blizzard paid handsome dividends for amateur photographer Alastair Marsh after his stunning shot of a red deer helped him snap up a top award. Alastair, from Ripon, was voted runner up in the Mammal Society’s Mammal photographer of the

  • Can you lend a hand to clean up beauty spot?

    HELP is needed to clean up a popular beauty spot.Volunteers are urged to join in the Broken Scar conservation effort, launched as part of a wider initiative to tidy up the Teesdale Way.Those interested in helping to keep the area enjoyable for all are

  • Letters: Health and Work Programme a glorified soundbite

    THIS month the new Health and Work Programme goes live. It’s the government’s latest back to work scheme focused primarily on the disabled and those with physical and other health conditions.It is somewhat ironic that a national scheme like this has emerged

  • What happens when a plane window is smashed?

    THE death of a passenger on a US airliner shows the potentially serious consequences of a damaged plane window. A lack of oxygen above 10,000ft means cabins have to be pressurised to ensure those on board can keep breathing. When the seal is

  • BBC announces new Thatcher documentary series

    THE BBC has announced a new documentary series on Margaret Thatcher. Given the working title Thatcher, it will mark 40 years since Britain's first female prime minister came to power in 1979. BBC2 controller Patrick Holland said: "Margaret

  • All aboard for railway museum's new season of events

    RAILWAY enthusiasts will have plenty of dates for their diaries following the announcement of several events.Head of Steam – Darlington Railway Museum will host a series of exhibitions, lectures and other activities between May and June.The museum’s latest

  • Harry Mead: Why Mrs Brown should 'shut the f*** up'

    TUNING in for the BBC’s Ten O’ Clock news I caught the last few minutes of Mrs Brown’s Boys. Don’t tell me you like it. It’s a mirror to our coarsening as a people. And I suppose we’re all infected. As the once-taboo F word spilled from the foul-mouthed

  • Eyesore on the Moors is set to be demolished

    A LANDMARK but derelict pub on the North York Moors is set to be demolished under plans due to be approved by the national park on Thursday. The Saltersgate Inn, near the Hole of Horcum on the Pickering to Whitby road, has been regarded as the

  • Bishop Auckland Food Festival: Vegetarian food with attitude

    ORGANISERS of this year’s festival promise it will cater for everyone, which includes offering a number of delicious dishes for those looking for vegan and vegetarian options. The Green Guerrilla, in Darlington, will serve up freshly grilled veggie

  • Bishop Auckland Food Festival: Home fixture for cake man

    A COUNTY Durham man whose dream career was kickstarted by Bishop Auckland Food Festival is looking forward to returning for a second time. Wayne Furnell, from Bishop Auckland, was encouraged by friends and family to set up his own cake company

  • Bishop Auckland Food Festival: TV judge to share food passion

    WHETHER he is cooking high quality cuisine for wealthy diners or cycling in India for a charity that tackles global hunger, food is always on Dan Doherty’s mind. He is one of London’s most prominent chefs, has worked in some of the capital’s finest

  • 'It's gone mental' - Baby scan nail design goes viral

    A BEAUTICIAN has drawn global attention after turning a customer’s baby scan into an intricate nail design. The work of Sarah Clarke went viral after painting Stacey Donaldson’s nails by copying an ultrasound image of her unborn child. A picture

  • Explained: Why Ant McPartlin's drink-drive fine was so high

    A ROAD traffic solicitor has explained why Ant McPartlin’s drink-driving fine was so high. When the Geordie TV star was yesterday sentenced to a record-breaking fine of £86,000 and a 20-month driving ban after pleading guilty to drink driving,

  • Mark Cavendish WILL race at cycling's Tour de Yorkshire

    MARK Cavendish will return to racing at next month's Tour de Yorkshire after recovering from injury faster than anticipated. Cavendish suffered a dramatic crash at the Milan–San Remo race in Italy on March 17, fracturing a rib and damaging his

  • Appeal to find relatives of biker killed on A171 at Birk Brow

    AN appeal has been launched to find relatives of a motorcyclist who died after crashing into a barrier at the weekend. Rod Byers, from Salcombe Avenue, in Jarrow, was out on his bike on Sunday afternoon with a group of riders when he hit a barrier

  • Alex Jones: 'Yes I want a child - but I also want a career'

    ALEX JONES' description of what happens when you have a baby is pretty blunt. "It's like a bomb going off," she declares, before adding wryly, "in a brilliant way." The One Show presenter, best known for interviewing celebs live on telly every

  • No 'Great Escape' celebrations for Hartlepool this time

    THERE was no Great Escape-like scenes of three years ago. As Hartlepool United finally managed to stave off the threat of relegation the reaction was born out of relief than celebration.  Pools will be playing in the National League next season

  • Sherwoods of Darlington upbeat despite Vauxhall cuts plan

    AS Vauxhall prepares to drastically reduce the size of its UK sales network as part of a cost cutting drive family car dealer, Sherwoods last night sent out a bullish message that impressive trading this year means it is here to stay.  The outlook

  • Nostalgia on show at postcard and stamp fair

    ON Saturday, the North-East of England Philatelic Association will be holding its annual stamp fair and convention, the largest event of its kind in the region.Fourteen stamp and postcard dealers will be attending this year from as far away as Mansfield

  • Polar Ice Maiden Major Sandy Hennis inspires students

    STUDENTS were inspired to tackle their fears and never give up by a polar explorer. Reservist Major Sandy Hennis spoke to pupils at St John’s School and Sixth Form College, A Catholic Academy, in Bishop Auckland, and was a special guest at its

  • Iceland delivery van overturned in crash

    A MAN has been taken to hospital after an Iceland van overturned in Sherburn Village. The van was travelling east along Front Street at about 1.20pm when it left the road, struck a street light and overturned before coming to rest on its driver's

  • Alert issued over pothole gangs

    A WARNING has been issued about cold-calling gangs offering to fill potholes. Complaints have been received from the Easingwold area in the past week of cold -callers claiming to be from North Yorkshire County Council and having material left over

  • Parking headache set to ease with £5.6m council scheme

    MOUNTING concerns over parking in a county town look set to ease, it has been claimed, despite a £5.6m scheme by one of its biggest employers to move more staff into its headquarters. North Yorkshire County Council has unveiled plans to cut the

  • MP: Autism diagnosis process 'not fit for purpose'

    THE process of being diagnosed with autism in Stockton has been branded as 'not fit for purpose' by an MP after it emerged that families are now waiting almost four years for assessment. Stockton South MP Dr Paul Williams said parents are now reporting

  • Cyber team set to crack down on inflated tickets

    A GROUP of cyber detectives are set to become the first to enforce fines on industrial scale touts for re-selling tickets online at hugely inflated prices.As it emerged World Cup tickets for the England vs Tunisia match are being marketed on secondary

  • Tributes to former church organist who died in house fire

    A FORMER church organist who died when his house became smoke-logged after fire broke out has been described ‘as a bit of character’ by neighbours.Firefighters forced their way into the home of Trevor Pickering on Fines Road in Medomsley, Consett, just

  • Timetable announced for A64 dual carriageway plans

    THIRSK’s MP has welcomed a consultation into increasing dual carriageway along of the most dangerous roads in North Yorkshire.The preferred section for a dual carriageway for the A64 will be announced next summer after a six-week consultation period starting

  • Wensleydale whey and other stories from the past

    THE human stories behind the dairy industries which have shaped one of Britain's best known dales, producing one of its most famous cheeses, are being explored in a two year project. For centuries Wensleydale has been at the centre of cheese making

  • North East fashion guru is top of the frocks

    RENOWNED fashion, costume and set designer Paul Shriek has been announced as the winner for Best Costume Design in The Great British Pantomime Awards 2018 in a star studded event in London hosted by Christopher Biggins.Paul, who has been the creative

  • Lions proud to sponsor Kieran’s medals

    DARLINGTON Lions Club was privileged to sponsor the medals which were presented to all competitors at the first Kieran Maxwell Memorial Open Track and Field Meeting recently.Kieran a promising sprinter from Heighington who was being considered for the

  • Nursery children build friendships with care home residents

    THE children of Busy Bees Nursery, Durham have been building relationships with residents in a nearby care home.The nursery has teamed up with Newton Hall care home and the children visit once a week, taking part in activities including arts and crafts

  • Great Yorkshire Show goes into the clothing business

    A NEW limited edition clothing line has been launched to celebrate this year's 160th Great Yorkshire Show.Show director Charles Mills and his family were the first to wear the new and exclusive range at their home farm in Appleton Roebuck.The collection

  • Royal wedding twist delights charity fashion show audience

    ROYAL wedding fever gripped Northallerton and led to an intoxicating amount being raised for a cancer centre.Department store Barkers held a charity fashion show in aid of the Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre and the 160-strong audience did a double-take

  • Train to take the strain on tour route

    A FREE park and ride train is being run by a heritage railway to help spectators make the most of the Tour de Yorkshire as it comes through Wensleydale.The Wensleydale Railway is operating the service from Redmire Station to Leyburn on Saturday May 5

  • Multi-million pound extra care complex reaches high point

    WORK is fast progressing on a multi-million pound extra care housing development in Helmsley, with project partners meeting to mark the highest point of build. The £8.1m, scheme, named Bransdale View, will provide 64 apartments, along with on-site care

  • RNLI gets £500 cash boost

    LIFESAVING volunteers have received £500 to help with their activities.Hartlepool RNLI were presented with a cheque from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation Trust, at its Ferry Road Lifeboat station, recently.Trust board member Fran Charnock, who is also a

  • Playing for Sunderland is 'an honour' says keeper Camp

    LEE CAMP understands why he has been the subject of sustained criticism in the last few months, but the under-fire goalkeeper insists he still regards pulling on the Sunderland shirt as an immense privilege. Camp joined Sunderland on loan from

  • College praised for its mental health support

    A STUDENT services department has scooped a top award for its work addressing mental health.The team from Middlesbrough College was praised for making a positive impact on the students' health ahead of exam results.They picked up the Overall Student

  • New look for popular Sedgefield hotel after £500,000 refurb

    A POPULAR County Durham hotel has unveiled its new look following a £500,000 refurbishment.Hardwick Hall Hotel, near Sedgefield, has been given a facelift which includes a revamped bar and lounge area.Part of Ramside Estates, the hotel has also had a

  • Plans put forward for seven-storey hotel in Durham city centre

    PLANS for a seven-storey hotel have been submitted as part of a major redevelopment project.Premier Inn, which already has a hotel opposite the proposed site, at Freeman’s Place, in Durham, as well as others on the outskirts of the city, wants to open

  • Children get active at holiday camp run by athletes

    MORE than 200 children took part in a holiday camp run by students.Durham University hosted the children for nine days over the Easter break, offering things like cricket, volleyball, lacrosse, fencing, dodgeball, archery, rowing, climbing, trampolining

  • Get crafty at wood festival

    THE Land of Oak and Iron is inviting the public to get involved with one of the most successful events in the Derwent Valley this summer.Chopwell WoodFest aims to bring the heritage of the area to life and this year it will take place on Sunday, July

  • Conman who targeted grieving families has jail sentence cut

    A CONMAN who targeted grieving families and tried to trick them out of £100,000 has won an appeal to have his sentence reduced. Simon Paul Delow, who had set himself up as an international investigator, was given a ten-year prison sentence after

  • Thanks for woodcraft project donation

    BROOM Cottages Primary and Nursery School donated £170 to Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC in Darlington Road, Ferryhill.The group is raising funds to install disable toilets in its premises.Endeavour Woodcrafts, a day service for adults with learning disabilities

  • Take a look behind the scenes at castle

    PEOPLE can get a close-up view of the ongoing multi-million pound restoration of Auckland Castle– in person or from the comfort of their own homes.As major conservation work continues at the 900-year-old castle, a new behind the scenes film by The Auckland

  • Care home holds Mexican fiesta

    A MEXICAN fiesta took place at a care home as residents explored the country’s culture and cuisine.Bannatyne Lodge Care Home, in Manor Way, Peterlee, served up a feast of homemade chilli, tortillas and burritos to residents.They also enjoyed a tipple

  • NHS campaign launches using funds from Ken Loach event

    A CAMPAIGN to protect the NHS will be launched by activists who raised more than £700 with the help of a legendary filmmaker. Last Monday, I, Daniel Blake and Kes director Ken Loach visited The Forum in Darlington to speak at an event staged in

  • Future of county archive in review

    A CONSULTATION has been launched into the future of an archive that gives a unique insight into 800 years of North Yorkshire’s history.Currently, the archive is housed in the County Record Office in Northallerton, but the building is in need of a complete

  • Knife crime increases in North over last five years

    RECORDED knife crimes have increased in the region over the last five years, reflecting the national rise in stabbings, according to Home Office figures. Cleveland Police recorded 446 crimes in which knives were used between October 2016 and September

  • Child abuse survivor runs marathon at 66 in aid of NSPCC

    A SURVIVOR of child sexual abuse who volunteers for the NSPCC will run his first marathon to raise funds for the charity. Rob Pugal, 66, endured almost 50 years of living with inner torment before he told anyone about his experience. The grandfather

  • Theatre starting to take shape as revamp continues

    THE ongoing revamp of Stockton's Globe has been given the seal of approval by some of the most influential leaders in the live entertainment industry.Board members from the Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) saw first-hand how the art-deco venue’s restoration