Chester-le-Street News

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Sadness as last chance to save Go North East depot in County Durham fails
A County Durham bus depot where more than 100 drivers are employed will close down despite a ferocious campaign to save it.

If U Care Share was one North East charity that benefitted from the Readers Choice Cash for Charities grant scheme in 2021. Picture: IF U CARE SHARE

Cash for Charities - If U Care Share one of vital services Echo scheme supported

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Go North East name the bus services that could be hit by strike action this week

The Birtley Group site in Chester-le-Street

Strike at County Durham factory is OFF as unions look at new pay deal from bosses

The Birtley Group site at Chester-le-Street (Picture from Google)

Workers to strike for THIRTEEN days as firm slammed over pay offer

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Dates announced for Go North East strikes over County Durham depot closure

The depot in Chester-le-Street Picture: NORTHERN ECHO

Go North East strikes CONFIRMED over closure of bus depot in County Durham

The State of the Climate report, which came out on Wednesday (July 27), has highlighted the separate parts of the North East that could be underwater, as well as citing that higher temperatures are the new normal for Britain. Picture: GOOGLE

The North East towns and villages that could be underwater by 2030

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Angela Clennell, from Chester-le-Street, was forced to make the “heart-breaking” decision to say goodbye to her pooch Lucky on Friday (July 29) after the pet had gone through an “unimaginable” ordeal on Wednesday (July 27). Pictures: ANGELA

Woman's devastation as dog dies after being stolen and set on fire in County Durham

Lucky was seriously injured in the attack

Dog seriously injured after being 'doused in petrol and set alight' in County Durham

Stewart Morrison now ordered to serve the full six-months of previously suspended prison sentence, after failing to be at home to have curfew tag fitted
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County Durham man now jailed after spurning 'chance' of suspended sentence

Officers from Durham Police were called to Riverside Park in Chester-le-Street at around 7pm on Monday, July 18 following reports that a male was assaulted. Picture: NORTHERN ECHO

'Large group' record shocking attack in County Durham park as police appeal for footage

Mark Turnbull, left, and Terry Atkin, were among three men who broke into a Durham city centre tapas restaurant in the early hours of June 14 Pictures: DURHAM CONSTABULARY

Future of County Durham restaurant 'left in jeopardy' after burglary

Attack took place in Riverside Park, Chester-le-Street, at 7pm on Monday July 18 Picture: THE NORTHERN ECHO

Police appeal for witnesses after County Durham park assault

The event is the latest in a string of successful annual cycle challenges for the North East Autism Society. Pictured: riders taking part in the 2021 event.

Telecoms specialists link up with autism charity for European cycle ride

Since the start of the week, wardens from Durham County Council have been patrolling several sites in the region – ensuring that natural beauty spots and parks are ready for people to enjoy. Pictures: DCC WARDENS

Two County Durham locations turned into 'rubbish tip' by underage drinkers

Fjorelo Rama, brought to County Durham from London to look after cannabis grow at address in Ouston
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Jailed man facing deportation after County Durham cannabis farm uncovered

Leaked letter to Go North East staff reveals details over bus depot closure Picture: NORTHERN ECHO/CONTRIBUTOR/SARAH CALDECOTT

Leaked letter to Go North East staff reveal more details of bus depot closure

Rail disruption LIVE: Line blocked between Newcastle and Chester-Le-Street

Rail disruption: Line blocked in the North East causing delays

General view of fans in the stands as England and South Africa players shelter under umbrellas as they take a drinks break and use ice to cool down during the first one day international match at the Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street. Picture: PA

Safety concerns emerge during England South Africa ODI at Chester-le-Street due to hot weather

This is Newton Hall, after which a huge housing estate on the edge of Durham is named. It was a stately residence, dating to the 18th Century, if not earlier, and was built for the Liddells of Ravensworth. Later it became home to the Russells of

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The Chester-le-Street depot Picture: PATRICK GOULDSBOROUGH

Go North East drivers closer to strike action as some depot jobs are lost

The Smiths Arms in Castle Dene, Chester-le-Street, which dates back to the mid-19th century, has hit the market for £225,000. Picture: SARAH CALDECOTT

County Durham pub that's been closed since 2020 is on the market for £225k

The Steam and Vintage show has attracted thousands of visitors in previous years. Pictures: CLS STEAM

Everything you should know if you're going to huge County Durham fair this weekend

Joseph Smith thought he was to meet a 15-year-old girl for sex but was greeted by police, who arrested him
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Durham perv thought he was meeting girl, 15, for sex but was greeted by police who arrested him

The Steam and Vintage Fair returns to Lambton Park in Chester-le-Street this weekend. Pictures: CLS STEAM

Rides, food and vehicles: Huge fair coming to County Durham town this weekend

Bublé played to 13,000 fans in County Durham on Wednesday (July 6) night. Pictures: STEVEN CURTIS & DANIEL HORDON

Michael Bublé makes it a 'beautiful day' as he wows crowds in Chester-le-Street

More than 11,000 fans are expected to see Bublé perform at the Seat Unique Riverside on Wednesday (July 6) night. Pictures: DANIEL HORDON & NQ STAFF

Michael Bublé in Durham: Your questions answered ahead of Chester-le-Street gig

Pictures: DANIEL HORDON & DAVE LAWRENCE

Where to buy last minute tickets and prices for Michael Bublé Durham concert

The Seat Unique Riverside will play host to Michael Bublé on Wednesday (July 6) night. Picture: CHRISTOPHER BOOTH

What you can and can't take into Durham cricket ground for Michael Bublé concert

Michael Bublé will play the Seat Unique Riverside in Chester-Le-Street on Wednesday (July 6). Diana Ross fans came prepared for rain when she headlined the stadium last week (June 29). Pictures: DANIEL HORDON & NQ STAFF

This is what the weather will be like for Michael Bublé in Chester-le-Street

Bublé will perform at the Riverside next week. Archive picture of the stadium being set up for a Rod Stewart gig in 2017. Pictures: PA ARCHIVE & SARAH CALDECOTT

How much car parking costs and public transport for Michael Bublé Durham gig

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Full list of bus services that could be affected if Go North East drivers strike

Bublé will play the Seat Unique Riverside, in Chester-Le-Street later this week. Picture: NQ STAFF

Michael Bublé set to impress at Durham gig this week as he continues his UK tour

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Hundreds of Go North East drivers could strike over depot’s shock closure

There were no fancy costumes in sight at the Chester-Le-Street Riverside last night, unlike Diana Ross' Glastonbury outfit last weekend (June 26). Pictures: YUI MOK/PA WIRE & DANIEL HORDON

Diana Ross appears to 'snub' Chester-le-Street after gig slammed by fans

There were no fancy costumes in sight at the Chester-Le-Street Riverside last night, unlike Diana Ross' Glastonbury outfit last weekend (June 26). Pictures: YUI MOK/PA WIRE & DANIEL HORDON

Diana Ross slammed as fans left 'disappointed' after Durham gig last night

Diana Ross performed to fans at the Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-Le-Street on Wednesday (June 29) night. Pictures: DANIEL HORDON

21 pictures as Diana Ross 'comes out' and performs to thousands at Durham gig

Stewart Morrison made subject of a restraining order prohibiting him contacting or approaching ex-partner for the next five years Picture: DURHAM CONSTABULARY

County Durham man who attacked ex-partner and smashed fish tank

Diana Ross, who headlined Glastonbury's Legends slot on Sunday (June 26) afternoon will perform at the Riverside, County Durham, on Wednesday night (June 29). Picture: CHRISTOPHER BOOTH & YUI MOK/PA WIRE

Diana Ross: Your questions answered ahead of Chester-le-Street gig

Throw-line training given to water safety group members at Chester-le-Street's Riverside Park Picture: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

Water rescue training for staff and volunteers at County Durham park

Deprivation order made for £1,030 recovered by police during inquiries into activities of now jailed drug dealer Shaun Mason Picture: DURHAM CONSTABULARY

Drug dealer who fled the county 'deprived' of more than £1k

Field Music, David and Peter Brewis, will perform a new commission with members of the NASUWT Band to open BRASS Durham Festival on July 14 Picture: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

Field Music with brass backing to perform overture to week-long Durham festival 2022

Diana Ross performed at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Party at the Palace earlier this month. Picture: VICTORIA JONES/PA WIRE

Diana Ross to play Durham Cricket Club next week on UK tour

Christopher Kenning, re-offending just five days after receiving a suspended prison sentence Picture: DURHAM CONSTABULARY

County Durham man went on car break-in spree days after release from custody

County Durham street left without water supply after 'emergency' - here's all we know

County Durham street left without water supply after 'emergency'

Emergency services were called to the incident at around 9.20am near junction 63 (Chester-le-Street) southbound on the major County Durham A-road. Picture: GOOGLE

Driver rushed to hospital after crash on A1(M) slip road closes four lanes of traffic

Bryan Adams. Picture: NQ STAFF

Bryan Adams fans left 'gutted' after County Durham gig cancelled

Woman involved in dangerous high-speed chase in early hours receives suspended prison sentence Picture: DURHAM CONSTABULARY

Woman Peugeot driver reversed towards police officer after dangerous high-speed chase

Chase jumps off the viaduct at Whitby. Picture: CONTRIBUTOR

Watch County Durham teenager bungee jump from 160ft viaduct

Man who attacked ex-partner in her home and smashed her fish tank given suspended prison sentence at Durham Crown Court Picture: THE NORTHERN ECHO

Drunken 'bully' attacked his pregnant ex-partner and smashed her fish tank

Sex offender Mark Nixon breached court order by exchanging messages with woman with child under 16
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County Durham sex offender exchanged messages with mother of a child aged under 16

Chester-le-Street bus depot Picture: SARAH CALDECOTT

Bishop Auckland bus drivers could be hit with 70-mile commute if depot shuts