Newton Aycliffe News

'Sadistic' rapist Richard Morland locked up for terrorising woman.

'Sadistic' rapist recorded ten-hours of his repeated sexual attacks on woman

Durham and Darlington Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen (left) and Rachel Bacon

Your chance to question police chief about crime in County Durham and Darlington

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The Local Government Boundary Commission says Durham County Council should consist of 98 councillors serving 51 division

Final proposals reveal the number of councillors set to be cut in County Durham

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Shildon Alive provides crisis support, works to alleviate social isolation, and offers free meals to families.

The County Durham project changing the lives of people struggling to make ends meet

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The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

Newton Aycliffe Banking Hub opening date confirmed - what you need to know

Newton Aycliffe Banking Hub opening date confirmed - what you need to know

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Both local authorities failed to receive funding in round three of the Levelling Up Fund

Concern millions wasted on failed Durham and Darlington levelling up bids

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The Durham County Council works, which involve a series of public utility diversions, have started along the A167 Newton Aycliffe

Major County Durham road upgrades set for January to support build of 1400 homes

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How the new custody and forensic hub could look

New Durham police custody and forensic hub delayed by almost a year

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Darlington man to stand trial at Durham Crown Court for alleged burglary of a house in the town, in which a dog and a pair of training shoes were stolen

Darlington man denies house burglary in which pet dog and Nike trainers stolen

A councillor has told how she felt suicidal after receiving care from a regional healthcare trust

Councillor warns public have 'no faith' in crisis-hit TEWV during emotional speech

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Warning over healthcare 'postcode lottery' in County Durham

County Durham residents face 'postcode lottery' when booking healthcare appointments

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A1 reopens after fallen power line closes motorway in 'sheets of flame'

A1 reopens after fallen power line closes motorway in 'sheets of flame'

The County Durham projects, submitted by the local authority, detailed plans to regenerate town centres, improve transport connectivity, and create new cultural attractions

Council's shock as five County Durham levelling up bids fail for the second time

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A raft of new measures to tackle the housing crisis in County Durham are set to be introduced

Proposed council tax rises on empty County Durham homes aim to help housing crisis

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Durham County Council has set out plans to provide an additional 32 bed spaces in the region

Council bid for more homeless accommodation and support across County Durham

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The site in Newton Aycliffe that could soon hold a care home facility.

Plans submitted for 62-bed care home on Newton Aycliffe site of former social club

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Murder-victim Rita Roberts has been identified after her flower tattoo was recognised by family members, some living in Durham Police force area

Family from Durham police area help to identify victim of 1992 murder in Belgium

Workers busy repairing landslip

Rail travel back to normal tomorrow after 'complex' repairs of Aycliffe landslip

Bill Cooksey has died at the age of 102

Tributes paid to 'incredible' RAF veteran and NHS fundraiser after his death at 102

The planned hub in Newton Aycliffe will be located at Unit B3, The Parade which was previously a TSB bank branch

Banking hub 'taking shape' in County Durham town that will lose its last bank in 2024

Since Wednesday (November 8) morning, journeys from London to Edinburgh and localised journeys in the North East have been impacted after a landslip emerged just outside Aycliffe

First images of County Durham landslip that's causing UK-wide train issues

A railway track in County Durham

County Durham landslip to cause UK-wide travel issues for a second day in a row

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A train travelling on the East Coast Mainline

Update issued on County Durham landslip that's causing UK-wide train delays

Marcia Atkinson: BTS’ Finance Director, Katie Eltringham: BTS’ apprentice, Gillian Keegan MP: Education Secretary, Paul Howell: Sedgefield MP

17-year-old Aycliffe apprentice chosen to represent constituency at number 10

Top, from left, Nathan Brennan and David Smith, and bottom, from left, Scott Craig, Craig Beal and Alan McNamara

Durham court round-up Locked up: Sex offenders, dangerous drivers and domestic violence

The North East devolution deal could bring £1.4 billion to the region

North East devolution deal is ‘once in a lifetime' chance to help left behind areas

Newton Aycliffe man to stand trial at Durham Crown Court accused of making knife threats to his father

Newton Aycliffe man denies alleged knife threats to father at home in Easington

PCC Joy Allen in September 2022.

Search for new premises for Newton Aycliffe police - public consultation launched

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Durham County Council has relaunched a campaign to support the voluntary and community sector in partnership with the County Durham Community Foundation.

New County Durham 'Welcome Spaces' to help vulnerable and isolated residents

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Police warn Aycliffe residents to lock their doors after spate of thefts

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Figures show incidents of fly-tipping remain at a historically low 5,266

Council toughens stance on fly-tipping to catch criminals in County Durham

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Defendant Kirsty Dempsey to stand trial at Durham Crown Court in February accused of stabbing husband in domestic incident

Newton Aycliffe woman denies deliberately stabbing husband in the shoulder

The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

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Parents demonstrate in support of St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham, which has been disrupted by sub standard reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac)

Closed schools and home learning - how RAAC is affecting County Durham pupils

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Councillors have agreed to extend its council tax reduction scheme in a bid to protect thousands of people impacted by rising household costs.

Council tax discount scheme which supports County Durham residents extended

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Hartlepool man Alan Craigs has been jailed for more than five years for child sex abuse

Child abuser jailed after victim 'bravely' spoke to police

Campaign to stop the closure of ward six at Bishop Auckland Hospital

The time when Newton Aycliffe battled to save Santa's tradition tour around town

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Newton Aycliffe Scout Supporters Association (NASSA).

Aycliffe scout association committee voted out at special meeting in group 'victory'

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Durham Cathedral was promoted as one of the region's cultural landmarks

How Durham plans to bounce back after losing city of culture bid

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The latest update from Durham County Council’s climate emergency response plan highlights the fall in carbon emissions

Council hails progress in helping County Durham have a sustainable future

Police and fire crews on Broomlee Close in Newton Aycliffe dealing with a suspected arson attack.

Man arrested after suspected arson attack on property in Newton Aycliffe

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More funding for EV projects

North East projects awarded millions to develop new electric vehicle technology

Ella Workman has been inspiring women to undergo their own health and fitness transformations after her own journey

County Durham woman's incredible weightloss journey leads to inspiring others

The local authority is cautious about its finances and has stressed the need for stability.

Durham Council warns of 'immense' financial challenges as it makes budget cuts

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The vandalism near Burn Hill Way, Newton Aycliffe.

County Durham residents furious as tree and deer sculpture vandalised with graffiti

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The trial of defendant Richard Smith-Slater for the alleged killing of Craig Gill, pictured, at Blake's bar, in Newton Aycliffe, in July, has been put back by six days

Craig Gill death Trial date put back in murder case arising from violence at Newton Aycliffe bar

The existing school buildings at Woodham Academy, Newton Aycliffe, are set to be demolished to make way for a new three-storey site.

Date set for demolition of County Durham school - as work on new site progresses

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Details of new banking hub combining five banks for County Durham town confirmed

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John Elliott working on a heat pump

County Durham firm gets £4m facility for expansion plans

The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week

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Pink is the adopted colour for Valhalla North Axe Throwing's annual Burn Battle tournament, with group picture from 2022

Burn Battle annual charity tournament at County Durham axe throwing centre TOMORROW

Officers from Durham Police are investigating the assault that happened at about 4.45pm on Wednesday, September 6 at Newton Aycliffe train station

Teenager attacked by gang of four youths outside County Durham train station

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NASSA Scout Hall on Bluebell Way, Newton Aycliffe.

Scout group calls special general meeting after financial misconduct allegations

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