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Police launch search for van driver acting suspiciously
POLICE are investigating a van driver who was reportedly acting in a suspicious manner around York.
Man due in court charged with sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl
A MAN is due in court this morning charged with sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl.
Antique fans go on sale at Tennants
A COLLECTION of antique fans is to go to auction at Tennants, Leyburn.
New business offering an alternative take on vaping
THE owners of the town's latest vaping business are offering customers an incentive to give up smoking.
Creative sessions to be held at Bishop Auckland Tower
HISTORY-LOVERS can get arty this spring, harnessing the power of County Durham’s historic Prince Bishops to put their spin on a personalised coin.
Sunderland boss almost missed Grigg’s first goal for club
WHEN Will Grigg took over the responsibility of taking a penalty against Gillingham on Tuesday night, Sunderland manager Jack Ross almost did something he has never done before from the sidelines – not watched.
Dubravka will continue to shine on Tyne says Newcastle boss
AT A time when Martin Dubravka’s performances are under more scrutiny than at any other spell during his Newcastle United career, Rafa Benitez has expressed confidence that his goalkeeper will have no problem dealing with the extra pressure on his…
Fire chiefs press on with plan to move engine out of Durham
FIRE chiefs have agreed to press ahead with plans to move a fire crew out of Durham.
Making people feel safer - CCTV installed in North Ormesby
NEW cameras have been installed in a major boost to CCTV coverage in a key area of Middlesbrough.
Pupils prance into dance project for teenage stars
YOUNG dancers have stepped up with a performance of classic and contemporary choreography as part of an annual event to get pulses racing.
Labour's Emily Thornberry to speak in Durham on International Women's Day
SHADOW foreign secretary Emily Thornberry will be speaking in the region to mark International Women’s Day.
Mum to three children in care still claimed £12,000 in child tax credits
A MOTHER-of-three has been handed a suspended jail sentence for continuing to claim thousands of pounds worth of child tax credits despite her children being taken into care.
Guisborough-based Caremark named best in the region
A BUSINESS that provides care and support services to people in their own homes has been named as the best in the North-East.
Donation boosts children's enjoyment at theatre
LITTLE theatre-goers have been given booster seats so they can get a better view of action on the stage.
Community radio station to hold punk gig in Newton Aycliffe
PUNK fans are being invited to a day of music by a local radio station.
Police raise concerns about plans to turn West Rainton house into children's home
POLICE say proposals to turn a house into a care home for up to seven children could put a strain on its resources and have an adverse impact on neighbours, as well as the children living there.
Super Kev back ... for one night only
SUPERKEV is making a return to the North-East to the football club where he found fame in his playing days.
Psychic helps fund garden for adults with autism in Tudhoe
A GIFTED medium is helping to raise £4,000 to create a sensory garden for people with autism.
School staff to take on Three Peaks challenge in memory of businessman
A GROUP of teachers will be pulling on their walking boots to raise funds in memory of well-known Teesside businessman Russ Devereux.
McClaren’s highs and lows as Middlesbrough manager
STEVE McClaren returns to Middlesbrough’s Riverside Stadium this afternoon, almost 13 years after he stepped down as Boro boss in order to take charge of England.
Henry, No 1 - memories of raggy-arsed roamings with Henry Nicholson
HENRY Nicholson was a friend since the two of us were we’ans, and even then he was much the better goalkeeper. Almost everyone, come to think, was a better goalkeeper than I was.
All Greek….? Darlington fans have a new flag with a Latin motto
CULTURED to a man, Darlington fans have a new flag – unveiled at Blyth Spartans a fortnight back – with the Latin motto “Semper biberint.”
Hignett says relax - a new outlook at Hartlepool United
CRAIG HIGNETT is making football simple for his Hartlepool United players.
Not That Fuisse catches eye of Charlie McCann of betvictor
WE have some tremendous racing on both sides of the Irish Sea over the weekend and we begin our preview at Kempton.
Boro won't panic if promotion is not achieved says Pulis
DESPITE a week when a pre-tax loss of £6.4m was posted and the prospect of being bereft of a parachute payment next season, Tony Pulis insists Middlesbrough will still be able to handle another campaign in the Championship if goals are not achieved…
Meet the woman who is climbing Mount Everest to play the highest-ever game of rugby
A WOMEN'S rugby player will be taking her sport to new heights as she prepares to climb Mount Everest in a world record attempt.
Pictures: Old photos of Darlington garages and a UFO car at Skippers
THIS week we've peered into a packet in The Northern Echo's photo-library marked "Darlington garages".
Drop-in session focussing on bicentenary celebrations for Stockton and Darlington Railway
ANYONE interested in having their say and help shape the future of Tees Valley’s railway heritage in the run-up to the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway is being urged to attend a drop in session today.
Loveable little Mackie the cheeky Terrier needs a new home
A LOVEABLE Terrier-cross with enough energy to play the day away is on the lookout for a family to share a home with.
Tony Storey
STOREY Tony Adored brother of Dorothy and her family, Cec, Julie, the late Paul, Michael, Daniel, Kelly and Lauren. Kisses from Mila xx Will love and miss you always.
SHEILA MEDCALF
MEDCALF (nee McNulty) On February 15, peacefully in hospital Sheila aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Don, loving mum to Cherrill, Lynn, Donald and Andrew, will be deeply missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday…
MADELEINE MARY PORTWOOD
PORTWOOD Peacefully on February 16, after a long illness at St. Teresa's Hospice, Darlington, Madeleine Mary, aged 63 years. Beloved wife of John and devoted mother of Nicholas. Her life has made and continues to make a difference to thousands of…
MORRIS IAN PONTON
PONTON (Darlington) February 18, peacefully in The Lawns Care Home, Morris Ian aged 80 years formerly of Northallerton. A loved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Funeral Monday March 4, would friends kindly meet for service in…
ANN BAIN
BAIN (Reeth) Tony, Sue, Sarah and family of the late Ann Would like to thank most sincerely all friends and neighbours for the kindness, messages of sympathy and donations for the Great North Air Ambulance and St Andrews Church received during their…
William VEITCH
VEITCH Langley Park The family of the late William (Bill) would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kindness, sympathy cards and donations received following their recent sad bereavement. Special thanks to Father O'Connor,…
JAMES MOLLOY
MOLLOY James Margaret and the family would like to express their thanks to friends and neighbours for their kindness and support during this sad time. Grateful thanks also to the funeral directors and celebrant for their support during the service. An…
ANN ELIZABETH METCALFE
METCALFE Peacefully at home on February 12, of Ushaw Moor (formerly Langley Moor). Ann Elizabeth, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter, a much loved mam to Lee, Andrew, Allyson and Jayne and a dearly loved gran. Friends please meet for service…
HAROLD APPLEGARTH
APPLEGARTH Harold Hexham, late of Neasham, Darlington, peacefully on February 20, 2019, aged 98 years. Harold, beloved husband of the late Jenny and a loving father and grandad. Service and cremation to take place at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton,…
PAUL AND LAURA JOHNSON SANDS
JOHNSON SANDS Congratulations Paul and Laura on the birth of your gorgeous baby son ROMAN HARRY Born on February 17, 2019, in Bristol, weighing 7lb. 2oz. Brother for Vienna. First grandson for Richard and Pauline Johnson.
SHAUHAN KEVIN BAINBRIDGE
BAINBRIDGE Shaughan Kevin February 24, 2006. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your family and friends.
barry kay
KAY Barry A smile for all, A heart of gold, One of the best this world could hold, Never selfish, Always kind, A beautiful memory left behind Your broken hearted Sister Norma and Husband John xx
rudi allott
ALLOTT Rudi Deeply missed, always in our thoughts. Mam, Dad and Harry
Mavis Westgarth
WESTGARTH Mavis (Spennymoor) Died February 24, 1998 Time can change many things, but not the memory this day brings. Loved and remembered Son Billy
Christopher WHITWORTH
WHITWORTH February 15, peacefully in hospital, Christopher of St Helen, Auckland, aged 80 years. Devoted husband of Mavis, beloved son of the late Mary, a very dear brother to the late Maurice, Bernard and Arnold, also a dear brother-in-law, uncle and…
IAN ROSS
ROSS Ian On February 13, suddenly in hospital, of Willington. Dearly loved and sadly missed by Kathie, much loved and respected dad of Brett and Peter, loving father-in-law to Shari and Anna, adored grandpa to Travis, Aidan and Jessica. Friends please…
LAURIE GRAY
GRAY Peacefully but suddenly at home on February 12, of Greenland Farm, Quebec. Laurie, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, a much loved brother and uncle and a dear friend to many. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St.…
SHEILA TOWLAND
TOWLAND Sheila 69 today Will always love you my darling, your loving husband John and all the family
albert watson
WATSON Albert February 24, 2005 Treasured memories of a dear Dad, Husband and Granda who we loved dearly and will never forget Hazel and family
JANET KELLEY
KELLEY Janet February 24 2018. One year has passed and you are still in our hearts. Sadly missed by all the Family
beverley walker
Beverley WALKER Happy 50th Birthday to my beautiful wife. Love you so much Beve. Love, Gary x

22nd February 2019

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