SUNDERLAND were held to a goalless draw in their opening game of a pre-season tour to the Algarve. There were strong saves late on from Rodrigo Conceicao and Charlie Wyke efforts as Benfica B competed every step of the way to keep the Black Cats
ANDREW Wilson faces a fight to make the cut on his Open debut after suffering a nightmare back nine at Royal Portrush. The Darlington pro, attached to Rockliffe, had powered his way up into the upper echelons of the leaderboard after a dream front
THE leader of a council serving more than 600,000 people has spoken of his optimism that the next prime minister will plough more funding into areas facing severe financial pressures. In a statement to a full meeting of the Conservative-run North
A CELEBRATED artist’s “most important work” could remain unfinished unless planners override policies to protect a nationally important landscape and area of special scientific interest. The North York Moors National Park Authority’s planning committee
JASON KENNEDY has become Hartlepool United’s seventh signing of the summer. The experienced midfielder has impressed boss Craig Hignett while on trial in pre-season. Hignett wanted to sign him on loan from Carlisle last season, but was unable to
STEVE BRUCE has admitted he has always regretted not accepting the Newcastle United job the first time around after describing how he will do everything he can to win over the club’s sceptical fans. Supporters are still angry at the way Mike Ashley
MORE than 2,000 children enjoyed a mass fun run around the grounds of Preston Park in Stockton. Pupils from 22 primary schools took part in the one mile run. It was held for fun, with the hope of inspiring children to get active and healthy
POLICE are appealing for help to trace a missing teenager. The 13-year-old was last seen leaving her home address in Newcastle shortly after 10pm on Saturday, July 13. UPDATE: Two people charged with abduction after missing Newcastle schoolgirl
“PERHAPS the second most fantastic thing after the Moon visit itself,” said The Northern Echo breathlessly in its editorial of July 22, 1969, “was the fact that we were able actually to see the first man put a foot on the Moon as he was doing it a
A SUPERMARKET's dance marathon has got underway in an effort to raise cash for three charities. Staff working at Tesco in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, have swapped checkout tills for dancing mats, and uniforms for brightly-coloured outfits
A BUSINESSMAN from the north of England with suspected links to serious organised criminals has been ordered to reveal the source of funds used to start and develop his £10million property empire. An Unexplained Wealth Order (UWO) was obtained
VISITORS are invited to solve age-old crimes, learn traditional skills and Home Guard drills and join in with homecoming celebrations as an open air museum stages a summer of fun. Beamish, near Stanley, will stage a host of hands-on activities daily
PROM stars and supercars all made a grand entrance as dozens of students celebrated the end of their school year in impeccable style. Year 11 from The King’s Academy, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, arrived suited and booted in a cavalcade of high-performance
REGARDING your article on Durham Gala memories (Echo, Jul 13), I would like to share a few with you. I was born in 1957 and my father Robert West was an accomplished musician, playing both the piano and the trombone. He played the first trombone
I READ with interest the comments of your three correspondents about my criticism of Sir Kim Darroch , the UK’s British ambassador in the US (HAS, Jul 16) and what I considered to be a lack of diplomacy on his part. It was unlucky for him that
PRIMARY school pupils from County Durham are encouraging their community to get back on their bikes and celebrate cycling. Bearpark Primary School have been taking part in a three-week cycling event, the Big Bearpark Bike Bash. The launch of
NEWCASTLE UNITED are confident they will still pull off a deal for Brazilian striker Joelinton despite a disagreement over the length of a contract. New head coach Steve Bruce, who took charge of his first training session with his new players
HARTLEPOOL UNITED are relieved that Luke Molyneux has not suffered a broken leg. The attacker was carried off in Wednesday’s 2-1 defeat at York after being clattered by one-time Pools midfielder Paddy McLaughlin amid fears he could be out of action
VAST golden flags spanning an old lead mine in the North Pennines have been unveiled as a reminder of how people have influenced the landscape of the moors for generations. The North Pennines AONB Partnership commissioned landscape artist
JUST a thought. Shouldn’t the awarding of honours to local politicians be a matter for the local population, and not just the local councillors? Darlington's community champions set to be honoured after 125 years of service Some of the potential
STUDENTS at a North-East school got a cool treat when a world-renowned Antarctic explorer stopped by to speak with them. Captain Louis Rudd MBE, 50, who this year became the first Briton ever to cross the Antarctic solo and unsupported, visited
VANDALS have damaged headstones at a popular crematorium devastating grieving families. Officers from Northumbria Police are appealing for witnesses after several headstones were damaged at Birtley Crematorium. Families on social media said
POLICE investigating a report of criminal damage at the University of Sunderland have released an image of a man they would like to trace. On the morning of June 24, it was reported that a man had caused significant damage to the door of the university
HUNDREDS of children joined The Futureheads frontman Barry Hyde to mark 50 years since the launch of the Apollo 11 mission with a performance of their new song, Standing On The Moon. The event at Peterlee’s Apollo Pavilion also marked half a century
POLICE are appealing for information after brake lines on a parked BMW were cut while it was parked over the weekend. At some point between Friday, July 12 and Monday, July 15, police said a suspect had tampered with the brake lines on a blue BMW
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an unprovoked assault which took place at Acacia Gardens, in Crook. The incident happened on Saturday, July 13, at 1.45am and left the victim with severe injuries. Anybody that was a witness or has
A NEW bar and cafe in Seaham has succeeded in its bid to extend the hours it can legally sell alcohol. The decision means Alders Bar and Coffee House, which officially opened on Saturday will be allowed to open as late as 11.30pm on weekends, although
LUKE MOLYNEUX last night had an X-ray on a leg injury – with Hartlepool United desperately hoping for a good outcome. The attacker was felled by one-time Pools midfielder Paddy McLaughlin as Pools were beaten 2-1 at York City. He went to the
POLICE searching for missing North Yorkshire man Howard Jackson, 63, have found the body of a man. The family of Mr Jackson have been informed and there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. Appeal as concern grows for missing
ADEN FLINT is leaving Middlesbrough to join Championship rivals Cardiff City. The centre-half is due to undergo a medical with Cardiff within the next 24 hours, with Boro having agreed a deal for his departure. Cardiff are understood to be
A MAN accused of raping a young woman in a dark tunnel "laughed with his friend" after the attack, a court heard. Goran Husseini denied “pestering” the complainant for sex and raping her in the early hours of the morning after she refused to sleep
Nathan Rimmington has revealed that he was always confident he would return to the Durham first-team picture after enduring a frustrating start to the 2019 season. The 36-year-old was left out of his side’s opening fixtures in the Specsavers County
SUNDERLAND are considering a move for Sheffield United defender Ben Heneghan after another of their targets, Harry Brockbank, expressed a desire to remain at Bolton Wanderers. The Black Cats have made a number of inquiries about Brockbank this
Detective Sergeant Andy Richardson has seen it all over the last 21 years. Working in the bustling CID office at Southwick Police Station, the 40-year-old manages a team of detectives tasked with tackling a wide range of crimes across Sunderland
POLICE are searching for a missing man who was seen on Wednesday morning. Daniel Betteridge, 34, was last seen in the morning at Grangetown, near Middlesbrough. It is believed Mr Betteridge may have been in the Ingleby Barwick area, near Beckfields
A PROJECT to build Britain’s most powerful express passenger steam locomotive has made significant progress in its construction. The Darlington-based A1 Steam Locomotive Trust are behind the scheme to build a £5m Gresley class P2 No. 2007 Prince
THE Church of Scientology– which counts Tom Cruise and John Travolta among its followers– is set to establish a North East base in a former nursing home after plans were given the go-ahead. A report, heard by Gateshead Council’s planning and development
ANYONE from the North-East who has travelled to Belfast via the Cairnryan ferries route will know how draining it can be. While the actual journey across the Irish Sea may be an enjoyable experience, getting to the port can be a right headache.
FIREFIGHTERS rescued a pigeon stuck on a house roof yesterday evening. The pigeon became stuck on an aerial at an address in Murton. The bird had been stuck on the roof for hours and was noticed after the residents came in from work. Firefighters
A PROJECT aimed at protecting empty homes is continuing to make its mark in a County Durham town. The project, led by the Safe Durham Partnership, set out to tackle issues affecting residents in New Shildon and side streets in the Byerley Road area
A SCHOOL which provides children with social, emotional and mental health needs has picked up an award for supporting youngsters’ wellbeing. Walworth Primary School, in Newton Aycliffe, is the first special school to achieve The Wellbeing Award
A INDUSTRY-BACKED organisation has completed the latest expansion phase to its national training centre following a £500,000 re-development. Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA), formed to represent organisations within the industrial
A FORMER high-street department store which has stood empty for more than two years could be turned into a 62-bed hotel if new plans are given the go ahead. The historic building on Newgate Street, in Bishop Auckland was originally owned by The
WILSON KNEESHAW could return to Darlington and will be offered the chance to train with his hometown club. The striker sustained a long-term injury towards the of last season, ruling him out until midway through 2019-20 meaning considering whether
The RNLI is launching a new publicity campaign this summer in a bid to limit the rising number of cars getting stranded on the Holy Island Causeway, writes Ben O'Connell. The new posters, which will be shared with tourism businesses and holiday
AN MP has claimed it would be naive to suggest "Victorian" working conditions at Amazon fulfilment centres will not be replicated at their new Darlington site, after a union warned the online retailer was "one of the most dangerous places to work in
RESIDENTS will get a second chance to view plans and share their opinion on the proposed redevelopment of a shopping precinct. Pre-planning consultation on plans for Festival Walk, in Spennymoor, is underway by Durham County Council and potential
A BANNED driver led police on a “dangerous and reckless” pursuit after being spotted at the wheel of his friend’s vehicle which he borrowed to get to work. Jason Lee Cheesey drove at 70-miles per hour in 40-limit areas and at 50 in 30-limit residential
PEOPLE are being urged to come out and support runners when they take on one of the region's toughest races this weekend. The SABIC Eston Nab Challenge Race will see competitors setting off from Eston square at 10am on Saturday as they tackle the
HEALTH experts from the region have formed an alliance in response to worsening health inequalities between the North and the rest of the country. More than half of the North has a lower life expectancy than the worst area in the South, while the
THREE areas of Darlington have secured Green Flag Award Scheme status after impressing inspectors. The two parks and a cemetery in the town are among the 1,970 UK parks and green spaces to receive the distinction. South Park, Westpark and the
MORE than 30 businesses are taking part in a restaurant week, which kicks off today. Restaurants, bars and cafes across Durham are taking part in the week-long event aimed at bringing diners into the city. Traders hope new retailers can return
TRADERS are hoping new retailers will help return Durham city centre to its "vibrant best". Discount department store TJ Hughes is set to open in the flagship unit of the Prince Bishops Shopping Centre today, while the former Marks and Spencers
CLEVELAND Bridge UK transformed part of its extensive manufacturing site in Darlington into a seaside funfair to celebrate the summer and reward the hard work of its staff. A large area of the 23-acre site in Yarm Road became ‘Cleveland By The Sea
A MENTAL health patient left a care worker with a four centimetre scar after he slashed him across the face with razor blade. Jason Phillips attacked the Roseberry Park Hospital worker just hours before the staff Christmas party because he believed
FAMILIES are being offered an exclusive chance to win tickets for one of North Yorkshire’s most exciting fun-filled theme parks. Lightwater Valley boasts more than 35 attractions, from exciting rides and new entertainment, ensuring there’s something
PRIMARY school pupils are helping their peers stay road savvy by becoming Junior Road Safety Officers. The Junior Road Safety Officer (JRSO) scheme is a national road safety education project aimed at primary schools which encourages peer to peer
THE winners of this year’s Happy Tots 2019 competition have been decided. Voted for by the public, readers of The Northern Echo got the chance to pick their favourite photo in three categories – nought to 18 months, 18 months to three years and
GOVERNMENT officials have disputed the claim nine million UK sheep could face slaughter in the event of a no-deal Brexit. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said a widespread cull was not something the Government was
CAMPAIGNERS who have been taking down nets designed to stop birds from nesting have said their fight is not over. Earlier this year, a group of people took down netting from a hedgerow in Darlington after a dead bird was found nearby. The installation
Fifty years ago this weekend, man landed on the moon, an incredible feat but one some people still don't think happened. An expert from Sunderland University considers the psychology behind the conspiracy theories. IT is 50 years ago this weekend
A TOWN was gripped as thousands watched three tribute acts perform in aid of charity. People from across the county descended onto the grounds of the Town Hall in Thirsk, North Yorkshire for the 14th Picnic in the Park. The festival, which included
A NORTH-EAST firm is contributing its expertise to a project focused on creating an open-innovation test bed for the development and production of lightweight embedded electronics. The Centre for Process Innovation Limited (CPI), a science and
A COMPANY which helps vulnerable people escape "fuel poverty" has been recognised for its work at the energy efficiency awards. YES Energy Solutions, which works with local authorities across North Yorkshire to install boilers and central heating
OF all the people I have loved in my life, Roger Federer is right up there. Apart from my wife, children, mum, dad and brothers, I think I love him most. And to be quite honest, I’m not that sure about my brothers. So, imagine my distress
THE National Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company return to Darlington Hippodrome with three brand new productions of The Gondoliers, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado – arguably three of the most popular Savoy Operas – and The Northern Echo has
A PERVERT who shared photographs and videos of child abuse and pornography online has been spared jail after breaching a sexual harm prevention order just one year after he was convicted. Jake Cresswell was previously sentenced to two years in
THE family of a man who tragically died following a collision near Wolsingham have released a photograph of him. Michael Zissler lost his life in the collision on the A689 between Harperley Hall and Wolsingham on Monday at around 5.25pm. The
A MAN has denied raping a woman in a dark tunnel after she was left alone and searching for her friend after a night out. Goran Husseini is accused of attacking the complainant after she refused to go home with him in the early hours of the morning
