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A Great North Air Ambulance (GNAAS) at the scene

Newton Aycliffe teenage girl hit by train took own life, coroner rules

Firefighters in Hazmat suits at Greenfield Academy, Newton Aycliffe

Firefighters in Hazmat suits at Greenfield Academy, Newton Aycliffe

County Durham school evacuated after chemical spill as hazmat crews rush to scene

Walker airlifted to hospital after lorry's blown out tyre hits him on A66

Helen, Mathew and Elodie.

Helen, Mathew and Elodie.

County Durham couple's 'unimaginable' heartbreak after baby girl dies in their arms

Spud Bros opens at Houghton-le-Spring.

Spud Bros opens at Houghton-le-Spring.

First look inside new North East SpudBros store as fans flock to grand opening

Robert Goffee of Green Lane Primary School

Robert Goffee of Green Lane Primary School

County Durham headteacher to retire on a high after glowing Ofsted report

Caroline Harris and Robin Catnach from Prudhoe.

Caroline Harris and Robin Catnach from Prudhoe.

SpudBros-mad pair spend night outside queueing for taste of TikTok viral jackets

Private Jethro Watson-Pickering.

Private Jethro Watson-Pickering.

MOD rapped for Teesside soldier's death after being struck in head during training

Balaclava-clad man demanded money and threatened to stab someone up in shop raid

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Generic police image

Northumbria Police

Controlling ex-officer sent video performing sex act in police station toilet

Breast cancer scandal surgeon starts closing private company that received NHS money

Spennymoor town centre

Spennymoor town centre

Police name man accused of making threats while carrying chainsaw in Spennymoor

Vicky Glass - murdered in 2000 in Middlesbrough

Vicky Glass - murdered in 2000 in Middlesbrough

£20k reward in search for Vicky Glass' murderer 26 years to day since body found

Teesside Magistrates' Court in Middlesbrough

Teesside Magistrates' Court in Middlesbrough

Man accused of sex attack and voyeurism after hidden cameras found in North East gym

Jacob and Harley Nelson.

Jacob and Harley Nelson.

Viral TikTok food sensation SpudBros to open new North East store with free giveaway

Syed Ahmed of Bombay Gate, Darlington.

Syed Ahmed of Bombay Gate, Darlington.

'Amazing' Darlington Indian headed up by a Masterchef champion shortlisted for award

More than 40 officers from four North East forces were added to the police barred list in 2025/26.

More than 40 officers from four North East forces were added to the police barred list in 2025/26.

Cleveland Police

41 North East officers barred from policing in a year as UK misconduct figures rise

Danger driver Kaine Kenning given a deferred four-month sentence at Durham Crown Court with the challenge to quit his use of cannabis

Danger driver Kaine Kenning given a deferred four-month sentence at Durham Crown Court with the challenge to quit his use of cannabis

Banned County Durham driver led police on chase in stolen van bearing false plates

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Police officer stock image

Cleveland Police

Force-by-force breakdown of police officers added to barred list since 2020/21

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Rainbows Furniture was a small

Jobs and careers

'Family-run' UK furniture company closes after nine years and enters liquidation

History of Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse to be revealed in new TV series

Cleveland Police

North East burglar jailed after 120mph chase in stolen Mercedes despite flat tyres

Five men are accused of the murder of Daniel Ambler

Five men are accused of the murder of Daniel Ambler

Durham Constabulary

Messages said 'police would be looking at everyone' after petrol station 'murder'

Spennymoor town centre

Spennymoor town centre

Newton Aycliffe Magistrates Court

Man accused of making threats while carrying chainsaw in Spennymoor appears in court

Simon Clarke, former MP

Simon Clarke, former MP

Ousted Tory MP rules out standing in former seat at next general election

Emergency services in Hemlington following a stabbing

Emergency services in Hemlington following a stabbing

Man admits unlawful wounding after stabbing as co-accused admits murder attempt

Amanda Owen, Clive Owen and their children

Amanda Owen, Clive Owen and their children

Where are Amanda Owen's children now as Our Farm Next Door returns for more series?

Cllr David Royal and Alison Kennair

Cllr David Royal and Alison Kennair

South Tyneside veterinary centre invests £600,000 in MRI scanner and 24-hour care

Teesside Magistrates' Court in Middlesbrough.

Teesside Magistrates' Court in Middlesbrough.

Coroner warns of health care gap after man dies within days of leaving custody

The telegram sent to the Turnbull family informing them that 23-year-old Captain Ian Turnbull had been reported missing during the Second World War

The telegram sent to the Turnbull family informing them that 23-year-old Captain Ian Turnbull had been reported missing during the Second World War

OBJECT OF THE WEEK

Object of the Week

Poignant letter home reveals hopes of Durham soldier who would never see Christmas

County Durham country park's popular fish and chip shop to stay open until Christmas

A glamping trip is a great idea for autumn time

A glamping trip is a great idea for autumn time

Inside 'magical' North East farm turned luxury staycation spot loved by Robson Green

A layout of the proposed estate at Ripon submitted with the application.

A layout of the proposed estate at Ripon submitted with the application.

North Yorkshire Council

190-home North Yorkshire estate proposed with 76 affordable properties

American Pie actor Thomas Nicholas is bringing a free live concert to Metrocentre in Gateshead, with support from North East artists Mitch Laddie and Matt Fairley.

American Pie actor Thomas Nicholas is bringing a free live concert to Metrocentre in Gateshead, with support from North East artists Mitch Laddie and Matt Fairley.

American Pie star Thomas Nicholas performing free show at Metrocentre this week

Six years of festive fun: The Elf Express returns to Stephenson Steam Railway.

Six years of festive fun: The Elf Express returns to Stephenson Steam Railway.

All aboard! Steam railway welcomes back magical Elf Express this Christmas

Jamie, 16, from Durham.

Jamie, 16, from Durham.

Concern for missing boy, 16, not seen for over a week with Bishop Auckland links

Alan Shearer teams up with North East Christmas attraction for £1m charity mission

Lucy Pittaway's gallery in North East reopens for festive season

The Tan Hill Inn, Britain's highest pub, has appealed for support after reopening following an unexpected closure.

The Tan Hill Inn, Britain's highest pub, has appealed for support after reopening following an unexpected closure.

UK's highest pub loved by Amanda Owen has 'fires roaring' again after sudden shutdown

The location of the proposed housing in Killinghall.

The location of the proposed housing in Killinghall.

North Yorkshire Council

Plans for 140 homes in North Yorkshire village amid infrastructure concerns

Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger was

Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger was

Sam Fender covers Rolling Stones hit for John Lewis Christmas ad with North East kids

Asda's festive sandwich range has been launched for 2026

Asda's festive sandwich range has been launched for 2026

New Asda festive sandwiches launch at over 60 North East stores ahead of Christmas

Darlington Borough Council

Ex Wilko store in Darlington could become offices as council consider £560,000 offer

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King Charles treads a sensitive and sympathetic line on slavery

Boy, 14, hands himself into police after 'cruel' Bradley Lowery image taunt incident

Newton Aycliffe teenage girl hit by train took own life, coroner rules

Meet the 19-year-old trader behind Darlington Market's new fruit and veg stall

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County Durham school evacuated after chemical spill as hazmat crews rush to scene

Newcastle injury boost for weekend as Matthias Jaissle addresses Sean Steur issue

Amelia Anderson

SpudBros-mad pair spend night outside queueing for taste of TikTok viral potatoes

Sport

Middlesbrough midfielder Rokas Pukstas

Middlesbrough FC

Rokas Pukstas injury latest and Kim Hellberg's Middlesbrough team selection plan

Brian Brobbey has signed a new contract at Sunderland

Brian Brobbey has signed a new contract at Sunderland

Why Brian Brobbey signed new Sunderland contract after Bayern Munich transfer links

Middlesbrough's Riley McGree

Middlesbrough's Riley McGree

Middlesbrough FC

Middlesbrough to avoid major January headache with star man no longer set for absence

Sebastian Berhalter celebrates after scoring Middlesbrough's opening goal in their weekend win over Charlton Athletic

Sebastian Berhalter celebrates after scoring Middlesbrough's opening goal in their weekend win over Charlton Athletic

Middlesbrough FC

Why Kim Hellberg was left 'surprised' by need to reposition key summer Boro signing

Newcastle United midfielder Sean Steur battles for the ball with Everton's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall

Newcastle United midfielder Sean Steur battles for the ball with Everton's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle injury boost for weekend as Matthias Jaissle addresses Sean Steur issue

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Business

Cllr David Royal and Alison Kennair

Cllr David Royal and Alison Kennair

South Tyneside veterinary centre invests £600,000 in MRI scanner and 24-hour care

PD Ports team at the official opening of the new purpose-built facility

PD Ports team at the official opening of the new purpose-built facility

Inside the new marine base helping to keep River Tees and port safe and navigable

Left, Glynn Bartliff and Justine Cook of Cleveland Cable and Hassan Hameed and Owen Brittain of Teesside Hospice

Left, Glynn Bartliff and Justine Cook of Cleveland Cable and Hassan Hameed and Owen Brittain of Teesside Hospice

North East cable company pledges £25,000 a year to hospice care

Middle, Debra Cairns, managing director at Net-Defence, with her team

Middle, Debra Cairns, managing director at Net-Defence, with her team

North East cyber security firm celebrates 10 years with new resource

Work on the The Hartlepool Town Centre Connectivity Programme

Work on the The Hartlepool Town Centre Connectivity Programme

Next stage of £6.2m walking and cycling scheme begins in North East town

Laura Smith of Creo Comms, who helps oversee Sunderland Creatives Agency

Laura Smith of Creo Comms, who helps oversee Sunderland Creatives Agency

North East businesses urged to tap into region's creatives for Christmas

How to spot a Royal Mail delivery scam, report suspicious texts and check the last UK posting dates for Christmas 2026.

How to spot a Royal Mail delivery scam, report suspicious texts and check the last UK posting dates for Christmas 2026.

Royal Mail customers issued scam warning ahead of Christmas rush

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The telegram sent to the Turnbull family informing them that 23-year-old Captain Ian Turnbull had been reported missing during the Second World War

The telegram sent to the Turnbull family informing them that 23-year-old Captain Ian Turnbull had been reported missing during the Second World War

OBJECT OF THE WEEK

Object of the Week

Poignant letter home reveals hopes of Durham soldier who would never see Christmas

King Charles III (centre) poses with (left to right) President of the Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama, Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Prime Minister of Mauritius Navin Ramgoolam, King Charles III, Prime Minister of Tonga Lord Fatafehi Fakafānua,

King Charles III (centre) poses with (left to right) President of the Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama, Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Prime Minister of Mauritius Navin Ramgoolam, King Charles III, Prime Minister of Tonga Lord Fatafehi Fakafānua,

King Charles treads a sensitive and sympathetic line on slavery

Seaham Hall has a rich history

Seaham Hall has a rich history

County Durham's 'dream' coastal retreat that was once a military hospital

KUP 747 at Wembley with Bishop Auckland in the 1950s

KUP 747 at Wembley with Bishop Auckland in the 1950s

‘The Eden always gets through’ - Remembering County Durham’s famous red buses

Current pupils and alumni joined forces for the premiere, conducted by Will Todd during a special centenary service at Durham School

Current pupils and alumni joined forces for the premiere, conducted by Will Todd during a special centenary service at Durham School

Words of Durham soldier killed on first day of Somme brought to life 110 years on

High House Chapel, Ireshopeburn, with the manse on the left

High House Chapel, Ireshopeburn, with the manse on the left

Inside the £1.5m restoration of historic Weardale chapel as it nears its final stage

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The telegram sent to the Turnbull family informing them that 23-year-old Captain Ian Turnbull had been reported missing during the Second World War

Object of the Week

Poignant letter home reveals hopes of Durham soldier who would never see Christmas

King Charles III (centre) poses with (left to right) President of the Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama, Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Prime Minister of Mauritius Navin Ramgoolam, King Charles III, Prime Minister of Tonga Lord Fatafehi Fakafānua,

King Charles treads a sensitive and sympathetic line on slavery

Cllr David Royal and Alison Kennair

South Tyneside veterinary centre invests £600,000 in MRI scanner and 24-hour care

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History of Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse to be revealed in new TV series

Amanda Owen, Clive Owen and their children

Amanda Owen, Clive Owen and their children

Where are Amanda Owen's children now as Our Farm Next Door returns for more series?

Driving Home for Christmas singer Chris Rea from Teesside clubs to worldwide stardom

County Durham country park's popular fish and chip shop to stay open until Christmas

A glamping trip is a great idea for autumn time

A glamping trip is a great idea for autumn time

Inside 'magical' North East farm turned luxury staycation spot loved by Robson Green

Seaham Hall has a rich history

Seaham Hall has a rich history

County Durham's 'dream' coastal retreat that was once a military hospital

Spud Bros opens at Houghton-le-Spring.

Spud Bros opens at Houghton-le-Spring.

First look inside new North East SpudBros store as fans flock to grand opening

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Madgwick will appear at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court later this month (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Madgwick will appear at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court later this month (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Reform UK councillor charged with 35 offences, including 12 counts of rape

Prime Minister Andy Burnham attends the first executive session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Osbourn, Antigua (Kin Cheung/PA)

Prime Minister Andy Burnham attends the first executive session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Osbourn, Antigua (Kin Cheung/PA)

Public will expect me to grab EU deal with both hands, Burnham claims

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney (Jane Barlow/PA)

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney (Jane Barlow/PA)

Swinney backs rules on people with limited leave to remain standing for election

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has set out her final decision on immigration rules for legal migrants (Maja Smiejkowska/PA)

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has set out her final decision on immigration rules for legal migrants (Maja Smiejkowska/PA)

Mahmood concedes immigration overhaul savings will fall short of £10bn estimate

Bomb alerts were called in on a number of Ryanair flights (Nicholas.T.Ansell/PA)

Bomb alerts were called in on a number of Ryanair flights (Nicholas.T.Ansell/PA)

Two Ryanair flights from Dublin searched after potential bomb threats

The coffin of Ciara Mageean is carried to St Patrick’s Church (Liam McBurney/PA)

The coffin of Ciara Mageean is carried to St Patrick’s Church (Liam McBurney/PA)

Funeral of Ciara Mageean hears of memorable wedding shortly before her death

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he will ‘stick to his guns’ on welfare spending, insisting on thinking about the wider consequences rather than making ‘brutal cuts’ (Aaron Chown/PA)

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he will ‘stick to his guns’ on welfare spending, insisting on thinking about the wider consequences rather than making ‘brutal cuts’ (Aaron Chown/PA)

Burnham insists he wants to reduce welfare bill but will not put a number on it

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