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Judge to decide if man who stopped cars during riots was racially motivated
A judge will hear evidence to decide whether a man who stopped drivers during widespread disorder in Middlesbrough to check if they were “white” or “English” was racially motivated. Jake Wray, 23, of Seaton Street, Middlesbrough, has admitted violent
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Unions claim North East university to make 76 redundancies amid funding gap
A North East university could cut 76 jobs by Christmas. unions have claimed. The University of Sunderland could see dozens of staff laid off as soon as November 1, including 60 of its 549 academic staff - according to union bosses. University
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Who owns House of Fraser? The long and complicated history behind major chain
It’s a brand synonymous with high streets across the UK - and has been one of the most popular department stores across the last century. House of Fraser, originally named Arthur and Fraser after founders Hugh Fraser and James Arthur, first opened
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Campaigners call for greater scrutiny over Darlington garden village plans
Campaigners have questioned why councillors will not vote on a new Darlington garden village masterplan. Up to 1,650 houses and facilities such as a GP surgery and schools could be built at the Skerningham Garden Village, to the north of Darlington
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Plans to 'partially demolish' Darlington Vicarage submitted to council
Plans have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council proposing a two-storey extension of St James' Vicarage. Plans for the Vicarage, submitted by Francis Ward of C And F Developments, detail a rear extension on the north side of the property
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Plans for new staff room and canteen at Darlington hospital approved
Plans to extend a Darlington specialist hospital with a bespoke staff room and canteen have been approved by the council. The green light was given to Cygnet Health Care Ltd for the development at St William's Residential Home on Cornwall Avenue
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County Durham museum launching new gallery taking visitors behind the scenes
Visitors at a County Durham museum will get to go behind the scenes seeing how it looks after its prized collections. The Bowes Museum will open a new gallery next month showing off how it stores and cares for exhibitions, and gets them ready to
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MPs join leading North East businesses to back groundbreaking changes in tech
Some of the region's leading business voices came together to discuss how rapid technological advances are reshaping the North East's commercial landscape and bringing cutting-edge opportunities for young recruits. In the latest in a series of
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Are the Tories going to play with fire once again?
THE Conservative Party conference must be a strange place to be with a version of reality all of its own. Yesterday, Liz Truss, Prime Minister for 45 days, made an appearance on stage and didn’t apologise for her part in the party’s historic defeat
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Duck warden group go global as viral video gets over THREE million views online
A video of a duck warden group that looks after ducks in a North Yorkshire market town has gone viral on TikTok and Facebook, as the group have gone global. Residents in Thirsk have been taking it in shifts as wardens to protect a flock of around
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Remembering when Darlington town centre had McDonald's - and people's memories of it
Memories of when McDonald's still had a branch in Darlington town centre have been shared more than eight years on from when it closed. Before the fast food giant opened restaurants in retail parks and on the outskirts of locations across County
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The brands who have left high streets in County Durham over the years
As it's announced that Binns is going to be closing later this year in Darlington, we have looked at some of the other high-street brands that have closed over the years in County Durham. From Wilko to M&S and from independent brands to supermarkets
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Durham restaurant fined after customer with nut allergy had anaphylactic shock
A popular restaurant in County Durham has been given a hefty fine after being found guilty of allergen contamination which resulted in a customer being sent to hospital. The owners of Lebaneat have been ordered to pay over £28,000 after the firm
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Charity day at County Durham golf club in aid of Sir Bobby's cancer charity
Lady Elsie Robson has accepted money raised from a charity day at a County Durham golf course. The captain's day at South Moor Golf Club raised £1,360 raised for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. South Moor’s 2024 captain, Tom Wilkinson, chose
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Homeless Darlington man who stole £340 off two men cried during sentencing
A homeless man who stole £340 off two men who he had tried to beg money off cried as he was given a suspended prison sentence. Henrie Swales grabbed £160 out one victim’s wallet when he approached him outside a Darlington town centre pub. Teesside
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New tipping law to be rolled out in restaurants across the UK this week
New legislation around tips in restaurants will come into force across the UK on Tuesday (October 1). Under these new rules, restaurants will be banned from withholding tips from staff, according to Sky News. The change will apply to the entire
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Police looking to speak to this man after burger van stolen in North Yorkshire
Police are looking to speak to a man after a burger van was stolen in North Yorkshire last week. An image of a man officers wish to speak with has been released following the theft from Colburn on September 25. The cream-coloured trailer that
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Cumbria boy, 8, who died after being shot in the head is named by police
Police have named a boy who tragically died after he was shot in the head on a farm in Cumbria over the weekend. The boy, aged 8, has been named as Jay Cartmel of Frizington following the incident in the area of Warcop on Saturday (September 28
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When is the rainy weather set to end? Here's what Met Office forecasters say
The North East has been well and truly hit with wet and windy weather to start the week - but when is it set to end? The region has been stuck with miserable grey skies, showers and cool breezes all day today (September 30) as forecasters warned
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Newcastle hailed for 'fantastic gesture' as underdogs relish 'brilliant test'
AFC Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson has thanked Carabao Cup opponents Newcastle and “the football family” for the donations which are helping ease the misery of their pitch battle. The Dons were last week scheduled to meet the Magpies at the Cherry
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Pictures show charred debris after bed set on fire on Darlington street
Pictures show charred debris left behind after a bed was set on fire in Darlington. It happened on Mickleton Close on Sunday (September 29) evening just before 8pm. Firefighters rushed to the scene where a bed frame and mattress had been set
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Schoolkids 'congregating' on County Durham high street as theft and damage reported
Reports of anti social behaviour have increased along one County Durham high street as police say they have received reports of criminal damage and theft. Police say that a number of secondary school children have been "congregating" along Front
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Darlington death notices and funeral announcements from The Northern Echo
The Northern Echo published 27 death notices last week. Every week, The Northern Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages
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The nearest McDonald's to Darlington town centre (and it's only five minutes away)
The nearest McDonald's to Darlington town centre has been mapped - and it's only five minutes away. After the fast food giant closed its Northgate branch in Darlington town centre in 2016, people had to travel to the outskirts for their burger
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Site of former restaurant up hits the market for £265k
A former restaurant site on Redcar High Street is up for sale for £265,000. The property, previously home to Viet Bistro, is being marketed by Redcar Letting & Sales. It comprises a large ground floor commercial unit and a four-bedroom maisonette
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Children's home to open in County Durham village despite safety concerns
Plans to open a children's home in a Consett residential property have been approved despite safety concerns. The proposal involves converting a five-bedroom house on Front Street, Castleside, into a residential institution for two children with
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Regis Le Bris on the Sunderland future of ex-Leeds United defender Leo Hjelde
REGIS Le Bris insists Leo Hjelde remains part of his Sunderland plans, despite the fact the defender hasn't played a single minute of Championship football for the Black Cats so far this season. Hjelde, who joined Sunderland from Leeds United in
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Elderly man on bicycle dies after 'becoming unwell' in seaside town
An elderly cyclist has died after "becoming unwell" in a North Tyneside seaside town. Police and paramedics were called to the A193, in Whitley Bay, on Sunday (September 29) after reports that a man in his 80s on a pedal cycle had become unwell
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Window of County Durham furniture shop smashed as police probe 'criminal damage'
Police have launched an investigation after the window of a Stanley furniture shop was smashed up overnight. Pictures taken early on Monday (September 30) morning show the front window of Clifford Centre Furnishers in Stanley smashed in. A
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Violent County Durham man used pliers to try and pull out female victim's teeth
A violent County Durham man who used a pair of mole grips to try and pull out his victim's teeth has been jailed for four years. Jack Robson, 21, of Leadgate, kicked, punched, and bit the victim, causing her to lose consciousness on multiple occasions
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County Durham two-bed house to be auctioned for only £4,500
A two-bedroom terraced house in Horden, Peterlee, is up for auction with a guide price of £4,500. The property, located on Eighth Street, is listed by BP Auctions and is a currently vacant freehold. The online auction for this property is set
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Murder investigation launched after man in 50s found dead in town
A MURDER investigation is underway after a man in his 50s has been found dead in a North Yorkshire town. The county's police say that shortly before 11pm on Sunday (September 30), they got a report of an incident at a flat in Strawberry Dale, Harrogate
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MP's 'prayers with the family' of 8-year-old boy who died of a gunshot wound
MP Tim Farron has described the incident as 'absolutely heartbreaking' after an 8-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound at a farm in Warcop. A man in his 60s has since been arrested and bailed since the incident on Saturday, September 28. The
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North East coastal village in ‘nation’s best-kept secret’ among top UK spots
A North East village found in the “nation’s best-kept secret" (also known as the region's "rugged" coastline) has been crowned among the top seaside spots in the UK. Warkworth, listed as an exception among the 12 best towns by the sea was also
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Hundreds caught drink-driving at least four times as 'something needs to change'
Hundreds of UK motorists have been caught driving at least four-times, new figures have revealed, as campaigners call on drastic law changes. A total of 27,837 British drivers were convicted of the offence multiple times in the 11 years to July
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Mixed Sunderland injury news ahead of Derby & Aaron Connolly plan after early impact
SUNDERLAND will again be without Eliezer Mayenda and Dan Ballard for Tuesday's visit of Derby County, but Alan Browne is available to return. After being forced to drop to the bench against Middlesbrough, Ballard missed Saturday's defeat at Watford
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'Check your change' - Rare coin sells for more than 300 times face value on eBay
We are all being urged to check our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for more than 300 times its value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of Kew Gardens
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Hundreds of Brits take legal action against luxury hotel over stomach bug
Nearly a thousand British holidaymakers are taking legal action after being struck down with gastric illnesses while staying at luxury hotels in Cape Verde. A staggering 926 people have come forward over the last three years to say they fell seriously
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Asda releases statement after till issues saw store opening delays
Asda has released a statement apologising for delayed store openings around the UK today, due to technical issues with its tills. Some shoppers took to social media this morning (Monday, September 30) to share that some Asda stores were delaying
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The best times of day to use your washing machine, dishwasher and other chores
Nobody likes doing their dishes and laundry but there is actually time of day that could save you energy and money too. From cooking dinner for the family to hoovering the house, we spend so much of our lives doing chores. In fact, do you know
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Brits reveal oldest foods found in the kitchen - 1950s jam to 80s Fray Bentos pie
What’s the oldest (and probably mouldiest) item of food you have found in a house? You might have been clearing out a relative’s kitchen cupboard who has sadly passed away or even your own in the run-up to moving house. Perhaps you just came
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Car busts into flames on A-road near A19 causes delays for drivers
A car on fire on a key North East route has been causing some delays for drivers this morning. Emergency services are dealing with the blaze on the A179 approaching the A19 near Hartlepool. A picture shared on social media shows a white car
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Ports legend Sue becomes godmother to £23m dredger
The Emerald Duchess – a £23m for dredger for the River Tees - has been officially named by PD Ports' longest serving member of staff in a ceremony on the banks of the river. The christening ceremony, traditionally held to bring luck to a new vessel
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Police stumble upon huge cannabis grow after catching whiff while on another job
Police stumbled across a huge cannabis grow after catching a whiff of the plants while on another job. Officers were responding to a job on Wicklow Street in the Newport area of Middlesbrough on Saturday (September 28) when they caught the strong
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Which? reveals top 5 tips to tackle Ofgem price cap rise as energy bills soar
Millions of people already struggling with the cost of living crisis will face further pressures from today as energy bills are set to rise by £149. Energy bills will rise by £149 for the average household from today after Ofgem announced it would
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Police investigate theft of burger trailer from industrial estate as CCTV issued
Police have issued CCTV images of a man who they want to speak to in connection to the theft of a burger trailer from an industrial unit. The incident happened after 2pm on September 25 when the trailer was left locked and secured on the Colburn
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Police called to shopping park after unknown item left on bench outside store
Police were called to Teesside Park after an unknown item was left on a bench - but the object turned out to be a speaker. Officers attended the popular shopping complex after receiving a call from security staff about an item that had been abandoned
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Hotel and restaurant for sale at £15k months on from one star hygiene rating
A hotel, pub and restaurant lease has appeared online for sale months after it received a one-star hygiene rating from health inspectors. The Fox Hall Inn, on the A66 at Ravensworth, in North Yorkshire, has appeared on Rightmove with business estate
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Funding for £1bn transport plan that would see 'trams' on streets under review
The future of a billion-pound transport plan that could see ‘trams’ running on streets across the Tees Valley is in doubt after the funding was placed under Government review. A package of 26 transport projects was announced by Mayor Ben Houchen
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Alcohol and live music plans lodged for new high street venue 'Rhythms'
Yarm could be set to welcome a new bar as plans are lodged for a premises licence at a former children’s clothes shop. An application has been submitted to Stockton Council for ‘Rhythms’ at 3 Fairfax Court, formerly home to Elfins Childrenswear
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Overnight A690 road closures this week for Durham footbridge demolition
Work to remove a city centre footbridge is taking place this week. The A690 in Durham will be closed to pedestrians and vehicles overnight near the Gilesgate roundabout until Friday while Leazes Footbridge is demolished. The closure will
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University masterclass helps SMEs grow across the North East
A masterclass to help SMEs grow across the North East has been held in Newcastle. The two-day event, offered by Durham University Business School. as part of the Smart and Scale programme, invited 34 professionals from diverse sectors to engage
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Huge US merger could be major boost for North East workers
A US company employing hundreds in the North East has completed a huge merger deal. Amentum, which employs nearly 300 people in Stockton and Newcastle, announced the completion of its merger with Jacobs Critical Mission Solutions and Cyber and
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Domestic abuse among older adults is a hidden issue that needs more attention
Domestic abuse among older adults is a 'hidden issue' that needs more attention, according to a researcher at Sunderland University. To mark International Day of Older Persons on October 1, Dr Sarah Lonbay, associate professor of social sciences
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No trains between Darlington and Middlesbrough due to fault
Train services between Middlesbrough and Darlington are being cancelled due to a signal failure and all lines are blocked. The disruption is expected to go until 12.45pm and alternatives are being Network Rail are aware of the problem and
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Exciting Newcastle United knock-on effect of Anthony Gordon's new contract
EDDIE Howe believes Anthony Gordon's decision to sign a new contract is evidence that Newcastle United are still heading in the right direction on the back of a difficult summer - and he thinks there's even more to come from the England star on Tyneside
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Man arrested after boy, 8, shot in the head at farm near A66 released on bail
A man arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter after an eight-year-old boy was shot dead at a farm has been bailed. Emergency services were called at around 2.50pm on Saturday to the property near the A66, north of Warcop, Cumbria
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Eddie Howe confirms striker 'possibility' & outlines Alexander Isak injury situation
EDDIE Howe insists Newcastle United didn't aggravate Alexander Isak's broken toe by playing the striker against Fulham - with the Magpies assessing their injured star on a daily basis and the head coach not yet certain when he'll be ready to return
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Leeds Bradford Airport issues statement after disruption caused
LEEDS Bradford Airport has issued a statement following a disruption to its water supply. The Yeadon-based airport says there is currently a "temporary disruption to the water supply in the LS19 area". It means the food and beverage units are
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Jeremy Clarkson on what he misses most about James May and Richard Hammond
Jeremy Clarkson revealed what he would miss most about James May and Richard Hammond. The trio went their separate ways professionally earlier this month with the culmination of Prime Video's The Grand Tour. Speaking at an event at the 64-year-old's
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Kind-hearted volunteer honoured for long service vows to continue helping people
A former nursery nurse who found her calling as a volunteer has been recognised for an outstanding 18 years of service helping others. Pat Hind, 83, was recently presented with a hamper at West Park Hospital in Darlington for her dedicated support
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Tragedy as pedestrian dies after one-vehicle crash on A19
A man has died following a crash on the A19. Emergency services were called to the major road at Murton, near Dalton Park, after a one-vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on Sunday (September 29). Police and ambulances, including an
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James May responds to Clarkson’s Farm spin-off speculation
James May has responded to speculation regarding him and Clarkson’s Farm. The 61-year-old and chums Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond have gone their separate ways professionally after 22 years. Having made a name for themselves on Top Gear
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‘Life is just not the same': father in knife warning after son’s death aged 23
The father of a 23-year-old man who died as a result of a knife wound in a North Yorkshire town has warned others about the dangers of carrying a knife. Martin Miller said “life is just not the same” following the death of his son Luke in Tadcaster
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The castle and the countess: when a high society scandal shocked south Durham
“EIGHT years ago in the Echo, there was a story about how the title Lord of the Manor of Streatlam was up for auction,” says Chris Foote-Wood, a man of many titles from deputy mayor of Barnard Castle, brother of the comedienne Victoria to being the
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Disney+ to charge for password sharing costing up to £60 a year extra
The days of sharing your streaming services passwords are soon to be long gone as another giant provider clamps down on password sharing. Following in the steps of Netflix, Disney+ will begin charging users if they share the account with someone
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BBC licence fee prosecutions could be scrapped in shake-up by ministers
Ministers are reportedly looking to scrap BBC licence fee prosecutions over fears that women are disproportionately affected. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood are thought to have concerns over the whole system.
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How you can lower your energy bills and what help is available for you
British households are facing increasing energy costs this winter after the regulator raised its price cap in October. Ofgem’s price cap is rising by £149 from the current £1,568 a year for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales to
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Five big money changes coming in October from energy bills to the budget
Households across the UK are facing another winter of financial uncertainty as energy bills are set to rise again this week. But that is not the only thing set to change in October. There is further uncertainty around the economy with Rachel
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Smiles all round as Darlington funeral home donates £250 to football club for new kit
A Darlington funeral home has donated £250 to a County Durham football club for a new kit. Co-op Funeralcare Darlington has presented the money to Ferryhill Town Football Club's under-15s team. The club encourages young people to spend time
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Arsonists, dangerous drivers and shop robbers among defendants jailed in Durham
Arsonists, shop robbers, danger drivers and perpetrators of domestic violence have all been jailed at Durham Crown Court in September. Despite the release of many inmates across the country earlier in their sentences, to provide some respite for
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Money and jewellery including gold rings and Pandora bracelets taken in 'burglary'
Hundreds of pounds worth of coins and sentimental jewellery was reported missing after a suspected burglary in Stockton. Police are appealing for information to help them find their suspect, reported to have made off with the money and haul of
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Newcastle United's unfinished business in Carabao Cup and warning ahead of Wimbledon
NEWCASTLE UNITED turn their attention to the Carabao Cup this week, with Nick Pope admitting the club have ‘unfinished business’ with the competition after their Wembley defeat two seasons ago. Having claimed a creditable point against Premier
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Forest spa which is 'height of sophistication' named best in region - see why
A forest spa described as being the ‘height of sophistication’ has been named the best in the North East. Middleton Lodge’s outdoor spa gives guests a chance to connect with nature. It has been named the best in the North of England, and the
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LIVE: Breaking News, Traffic, Travel and Weather for the North East
8:44am A1(M) bridge repairs causing delays There are delays on the A1(M) Northbound of about 20/25 minutes between
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North East housing association shortlisted for national Employer of the Year award
A NORTH EAST housing association is again in the running to become UK Employer of the Year in a national awards scheme. North Star Housing has been shortlisted for two awards in The Investors in People Awards 2024, held at Old Billingsgate, in
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Dog 'guaranteed to make you smile' needs home after no interest in year in kennels
A special plea has been issued to find a home for a dog who has seen no interest from potential adopters for a year. Tess, a six-year-old Mastiff cross has spent the last year in kennels with no perspective owners wanting to take her home, the
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Two North East bakeries win national awards - and one makes 'best ever' local staple
Two North East bakeries have been tipped at the National Bakery Awards – including one specialising in a regional delicacy. The National Bakery Awards held this week recognised thirteen of the best bakeries in the UK. Newcastle-based Northern
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What Liverpool boss Arne Slot told Ben Doak about Boro and winger's 'strange feeling'
LIVERPOOL boss Arne Slot approved of Ben Doak's decision to join Middlesbrough and told the winger he'd be an ideal fit on Teesside after being impressed by Michael Carrick's side. Slot and Liverpool coaches sat down with Doak in the summer and
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Meet the brave football-mad Darlington brothers tackling rare blood condition
Every time two football-mad Darlington brothers step on the pitch they take a risk - and it’s all because of a shared life-threatening blood condition. Ollie and Harry May, aged nine and seven, both suffer from haemophilia, a rare condition that
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Beautiful bungalow next to historic County Durham Abbey up for sale for £150k
A beautiful bungalow near the historic Finchale Abbey in Durham has emerged onto the market for just under £150,000. The ruins themselves are not up for sale and the abbey will remain open as usual. The bungalow has a spacious living room,
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Rare chance to see Middleton Hall’s estate raises money for charity
Smiling crowds of garden-lovers and tea and cake enthusiasts enjoyed Middleton Hall Retirement Village’s annual National Garden Scheme open day and helped to raise almost £800 for charity. The event last month, which is part of a country-wide initiative
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King James I Academy celebrates outstanding exam results
King James unveil a plethora of accolades and achievements, as well as exciting opportunities for students. Whether it's achieving top grades in a range of subjects, experiencing a fascinating new culture or engaging in a variety of extra-curricular
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Queen Ethelburga’s celebrates sixth form results for 2024
The results are in and the school communities from both of the Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate independent senior schools are today celebrating a wave of excellent A Level and BTEC results with delighted students, parents and staff. QE has two
