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Man broke girlfriend's arm during row, court heard

12:39pm Monday 20th May 2013

A MAN who broke his girlfriend's arm during a violent row in front of their young daughter has walked free from court.

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Coach cycles to success

11:28am Monday 20th May 2013

A DARLINGTON-based cycling enthusiast has been awarded for his work in encouraging others to get on their bikes.

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Year-long crackdown on crime delivers results on Middlesbrough estate

12:43pm Monday 20th May 2013

A YEAR long crackdown on criminal behaviour on a troubled Middlesbrough estate has resulted in a massive fall in recorded crimes.

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Teen would have beaten man on head with a brick, court hears

8:00am Monday 20th May 2013

A TEENAGER told police he would have battered a man with a brick if his father had not broken up their fight, a court has heard.

Government overhaul of legal aid undermines basic rule of law, claim North-East solicitors

7:00am Monday 20th May 2013

SWEEPING changes to the legal aid system undermine the basic rule of law and could lead to miscarriages of justice, leading North-East solicitors warned last night.

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Residents question council ability to deal with wind farm complaints

7:00am Monday 20th May 2013

RESIDENTS living near a planned wind farm site have questioned whether the council would be willing and able to fight for their rights if the development causes a noise nuisance.

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The case for the defence

6:00am Monday 20th May 2013

WITH legal aid funding being cut and the Government seemingly willing to abandon the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), law looks under attack. But, Baroness Helena Kennedy tells Mark Tallentire: law matters.

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Last concert of Belmont spring season

11:35am Monday 20th May 2013

THE last piano recital in the spring season at Belmont Parish Hall will take place on Thursday, May 30. The 2.30pm recital will feature Tristan Lee, a UK-based Australian pianist who has performed across the world. He will play two Sonatas by Beethoven and Brahms. The parish hall is next to St Mary Magdalene Church, Broomside Lane, Belmont. Tickets, priced £7, can be bought at the door or in advance by calling 0191-375-0909.

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Week ahead events at Darlington Arts Festival

10:20am Monday 20th May 2013

Here is a run-down of Arts Festival events taking place in and around Darlington this week. More information about the festival can be found at darlingtonforculture.org.

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Rescue volunteers help stranded paraglider

11:00pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A PARAGLIDER had to be rescued after he crashed into a hillside at a popular beauty spot.

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Two people injured in separate road accidents in Sedgefield and Heighington

8:59pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A MOTORIST was airlifted to hospital after a serious crash on the A177 near Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield, County Durham.

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Gym owner's expansion dream falls foul of planning regulations

7:10pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A GYM owner whose expansion proposals were refused planning permission says the decision will prevent the creation of new jobs and affordable fitness opportunities.

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Row over future of Stockton borough libraries

6:40pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A ROW has broken out over of the future of libraries across Stockton borough as the council looks to cut costs - with one councillor claiming it is like 'closing an accident and emergency unit'.

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Man jailed for five years after conviction for indecently assaulting girl

5:50pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A MAN has finally been brought to book for a decade old sex assault on a girl.

New watchdog to examine health services

5:10pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A NEW watchdog has been launched to ensure that Darlington residents receive the best possible health and social care services.

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Cathedral art workshops inspired by Gospels

5:27pm Sunday 19th May 2013

WINGED Creatures was the theme of an workshop held at the weekend to celebrate this summer’s Lindisfarne Gospels exhibiton.

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Police probe assault in former pit village

4:46pm Sunday 19th May 2013

THREE people have been arrested after a man was badly assaulted.

Seven family members escape house fire

4:50pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A FAMILY of seven were all taken to hospital following a fire at their home.

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Find out about foster care in County Durham

5:26pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A SERIES of information sessions are taking place across County Durham as part of Foster Care Fortnight.

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Young chefs get experience in Masham restaurant

4:10pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A CLASS of youngsters has impressed a top chef with their culinary skills after a visit to an award-winning restaurant.

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Sedgefield residents plagued by flooding fear stagnant water poses health risk

3:10pm Sunday 19th May 2013

FRUSTRATED residents whose gardens have been repeatedly flooded by water running off a saturated playing field fear the problem now poses a health risk.

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Darlington business partners in court over stolen car parts

2:59pm Sunday 19th May 2013

TWO business partners caught with stolen car parts at their workshop have walked free from court.

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City hosts history event

2:49pm Sunday 19th May 2013

LOCAL history enthusiasts flocked to a major event dedicated to the hobby at the weekend.

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School hale and arty

2:41pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A SCHOOLhas been recognised for its work on two arts project.

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Homes planned for site of studio

2:29pm Sunday 19th May 2013

THE site of a local recording studio could become old people’s bungalows.

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Girl unhurt after being hit by motorbike

2:35pm Sunday 19th May 2013

POLICE said a 10-year-old girl hit by a motorbike in North Yorkshire was lucky to be left without any serious injuries.

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Get involved with woodland

2:12pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A SERIES of events is being planned to get people interested in a Derwentside woodland.

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Woman escapes with minor injuries after vintage motorcycle accident

2:18pm Sunday 19th May 2013

A WOMAN has escaped with minor injuries after what initially appeared to be a serious motorcycle crash during a vintage motorbike rally in the Yorkshire Dales.

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