Charity

North East friends raise thousands in coast to coast run for veterans charity

Friends raise thousands for veterans charity during coast to coast run

The Northern Echo's Summer Essentials campaign.

The Northern Echo's Summer Essentials campaign.

SUMMER ESSENTIALS

3,000 items donated to Darlington uniform exchange with Northern Echo campaign

Damian Lee Stevens will set off from Land's End to John o' Groats on Saturday (September 7).

Damian Lee Stevens will set off from Land's End to John o' Groats on Saturday (September 7).

Darlington man cycling length of UK in just nine days after cancer fight

Dr Alison Broadbent completing the Great North 5k on Friday

Dr Alison Broadbent completing the Great North 5k on Friday

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Watch as inspirational Bishop Auckland amputee completes the Great North 5k

600 runners are running the Great North Run this year to raise funds for the NHS.

600 runners are running the Great North Run this year to raise funds for the NHS.

Great North Run

Hundreds to take on Great North Run in aid of NHS

Poundland store managers at Bishop Auckland and Teesside Park completed a charity wing walk

Poundland store managers at Bishop Auckland and Teesside Park completed a charity wing walk

Watch as North East Poundland colleagues walk on wing of plane for charity

Pam Royle and Noth East Autism Society mascot, Snowdrop, start the 2024 Walk for Acceptance

Pam Royle and Noth East Autism Society mascot, Snowdrop, start the 2024 Walk for Acceptance

Hundreds turn out for autism charity’s Walk for Acceptance in Sunderland park

The church needs to raise £25,000 before this winter to repair its damaged roof.

The church needs to raise £25,000 before this winter to repair its damaged roof.

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County Durham church needs to raise £25,000 in one month to repair roof

Darlington Building Society directors Louise Thorpe and Helen Easton watch the art group members at work

Darlington Building Society directors Louise Thorpe and Helen Easton watch the art group members at work

Community art group in Darlington is a picture of health thanks to building society

The Bowes Museum

The Bowes Museum

The Bowes Museum

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Charity at 'crossroads' over its future after 75 years as it appoints consultants

The September ballot for the Great North Run 2025 opens on Wednesday

The September ballot for the Great North Run 2025 opens on Wednesday

Great North Run: Chance to get your place in the 2025 Tyneside half-marathon

Research gives Alfred more time with his family

Research gives Alfred more time with his family

Research gives Alfred more time with his family

Former Royal Navy nurse, Janine, is a Veterans Clinical Advisor at Help for Heroes.

Former Royal Navy nurse, Janine, is a Veterans Clinical Advisor at Help for Heroes.

Pain can make veterans feel alone: Help for Heroes is by their side

The service offers wellbeing advice, one-on-one counselling, and comprehensive therapist support.

The service offers wellbeing advice, one-on-one counselling, and comprehensive therapist support.

Nearly 1,000 older residents benefit from mental health partnership

If U Care Share founder Matthew Smith marks the end of his 800+ mile run to all 20 Premier League stadiums at St James' Park.

If U Care Share founder Matthew Smith marks the end of his 800+ mile run to all 20 Premier League stadiums at St James' Park.

County Durham man finishes mega 800 mile run to all 20 Premier League grounds

The puppies were discovered by a couple on a walk.

The puppies were discovered by a couple on a walk.

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Four abandoned puppies found starved to death in County Durham

Luis on his bike ride and (right) Paul with wife Janet.

Luis on his bike ride and (right) Paul with wife Janet.

Teenager raises thousands of pounds after Uncle Paul from Durham dies of brain cancer

Darlington Building Society CEO Andrew Craddock and Distribution Director Louise Thorpe with members of the Made in Dagenham cast

Darlington Building Society CEO Andrew Craddock and Distribution Director Louise Thorpe with members of the Made in Dagenham cast

Building society in the driving seat for musical production celebrating equality

Poppy Eagle, 20, from Washington.

Poppy Eagle, 20, from Washington.

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Family heartbreak after 'fit and healthy' daughter, 20, unexpectedly dies

The new all-terrain vehicle was bought through a donation.

The new all-terrain vehicle was bought through a donation.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

North Yorkshire firefighters receive upgraded gear for fighting wildfires

Durham Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has announced the securing of £40,000 to help the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre in its work with young abuse survivors.

Durham Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has announced the securing of £40,000 to help the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre in its work with young abuse survivors.

Police and Crime Commissioner,

Additional funding announced for counselling of young County Durham abuse survivors

Jon-Paul Chilvers is running the Great North Run in memory of friends he has lost to suicide and is raising money for a mental health charity.

Jon-Paul Chilvers is running the Great North Run in memory of friends he has lost to suicide and is raising money for a mental health charity.

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Darlington firefighter to run Great North Run for mental health charity

31-year-old Craig Harman from Oakley's in Darlington.

31-year-old Craig Harman from Oakley's in Darlington.

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Darlington barber shop to give out FREE back to school haircuts for those in need

Dogs up for adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington.

Dogs up for adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington.

21 dogs from Darlington's Dogs Trust who are looking for their forever home

The Steel Benders team

The Steel Benders team

North East steelworks create heart for local hospice in show of support

George with Belle Vue House residents and staff

George with Belle Vue House residents and staff

Care home comes together to help boy, 15, realise his dreams of helping others

If U Care Share founder Matthew Smith.

If U Care Share founder Matthew Smith.

Final push for County Durham charity runner on Premier League ground mission

Stock image of a dog.

Stock image of a dog.

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Over 1,300 dog cruelty incidents reported to RSPCA in County Durham last year

Max Termini, from Stockton, has completed the gruelling 4,000-kilometre North Cape 4000 cycling challenge

Max Termini, from Stockton, has completed the gruelling 4,000-kilometre North Cape 4000 cycling challenge

'It was worth it': North East man's 'midlife crisis' became cycling adventure

In July 2022, Aaron Bell, 18, was the passenger of a car that was travelling between Bedale and Masham on the B6268, when it lost control and smashed into a tree

In July 2022, Aaron Bell, 18, was the passenger of a car that was travelling between Bedale and Masham on the B6268, when it lost control and smashed into a tree

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Mum whose teenage son died in triple fatal crash is fundraising in his honour

The medical professionals, who are based at the Friarage Maternity Centre in Northallerton, will begin an 84-mile trek on September 13

The medical professionals, who are based at the Friarage Maternity Centre in Northallerton, will begin an 84-mile trek on September 13

Charity Fundraiser

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Midwives to take on 84-mile charity challenge to improve maternity centre services

Molly Yates, 28, with her five-year-old Miniature Dachshund, Milo.

Molly Yates, 28, with her five-year-old Miniature Dachshund, Milo.

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Dog owner's warning to others after pooch woke up with paralysed legs

Matthew Smith, who is attempting to run every stadium in the Premier League in a month, still has five grounds to visit and more than 200 miles to go

Matthew Smith, who is attempting to run every stadium in the Premier League in a month, still has five grounds to visit and more than 200 miles to go

Man who lost brother to suicide set to finish run to every Premier League Ground

Jill Winterburn, the longest-serving volunteer with the Dogs Trust in Darlington

Jill Winterburn, the longest-serving volunteer with the Dogs Trust in Darlington

Darlington volunteer who does thousands of dog walks - but doesn't own a pooch

The staff team arrived back at Corporation Road Community Primary School after visiting all five Lingfield Education Trust schools in Darlington

The staff team arrived back at Corporation Road Community Primary School after visiting all five Lingfield Education Trust schools in Darlington

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‘Lifeline’ Darlington grocery store a step closer thanks to teachers’ charity walk

Leigh Johnson, Karen Thursby, and Jane Wood strike a pose in Jane's garden

Leigh Johnson, Karen Thursby, and Jane Wood strike a pose in Jane's garden

New yoga friendship will raise thousands for charity in new venue near Darlington

Calf Fallow Farm where the event was going to be staged

Calf Fallow Farm where the event was going to be staged

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Bank Holiday event cancelled over unrest in region as organisers issue statement

County Durham mental health charity founder running

County Durham mental health charity founder running

County Durham mental health charity running to all Premier League football clubs

There’s no legal minimum age for leaving children home alone, but the NSPCC doesn't recommend leaving any child under 12

There’s no legal minimum age for leaving children home alone, but the NSPCC doesn't recommend leaving any child under 12

What's the legal age you can leave a child home alone?

Prison overcrowding is a key issue facing Keir Starmer's Labour government

Prison overcrowding is a key issue facing Keir Starmer's Labour government

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A resettlement success story

Charity Fundraiser

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Meet the inspirational 81-year-old preparing to swim the English Channel

The For Harvey Walk by the Harvey McWilliams Foundation from Sunderland to Darlington.

The For Harvey Walk by the Harvey McWilliams Foundation from Sunderland to Darlington.

Joy as Darlington charity completes annual 33-mile walk for mental health awareness

The Northern Echo Summer Essentials Campaign

The Northern Echo Summer Essentials Campaign

summer essentials

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More than 2,000 items donated to Darlington uniform exchange after campaign launch

Hartepool mosque

Hartepool mosque

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Online fundraiser for Hartlepool mosque raises more than £12k following riot

Alan Bushby is fondly remembered by family, friends and colleagues

Alan Bushby is fondly remembered by family, friends and colleagues

Money raised in memory of cherished Darlington man will help hospital patients

The RSPCA have warned about a rise in animals being attacked by weapons during the summer.

The RSPCA have warned about a rise in animals being attacked by weapons during the summer.

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RSPCA warns of rise in crossbow attacks on animals

Brendan's car burning.

Brendan's car burning.

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Fundraiser for carer whose car was torched in disorder reaches £62,000

Catherine Evans with Tony Cutmore, chief executive of the Cornforth Partnership

Catherine Evans with Tony Cutmore, chief executive of the Cornforth Partnership

The 'lifeline' County Durham charity helping communities and changing lives

A £10,000 grant from believe housing helped to open a café and community hub at St Margaret’s Centre in Durham, which manager Rob Chatwin said is one of the best things to happen at the arts and training centre for people with mental health

A £10,000 grant from believe housing helped to open a café and community hub at St Margaret’s Centre in Durham, which manager Rob Chatwin said is one of the best things to happen at the arts and training centre for people with mental health

Community café is improving people’s mental health and creating opportunities

Members of Heighington Scouts Group set off on a 15 mile hike to raise money for a new minibus, an idea suggested by Harry Gardiner, inset

Members of Heighington Scouts Group set off on a 15 mile hike to raise money for a new minibus, an idea suggested by Harry Gardiner, inset

County Durham scouts take up 8-year-old Harry's hiking idea to fund new minibus

Mark Farrow, left, and Stephen White are delivering crucial aid to Ukraine

Mark Farrow, left, and Stephen White are delivering crucial aid to Ukraine

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From Richmond to Ukraine: Local duo drive 1,300 miles to deliver lifesaving aids

The Foundation has received a grant from the lottery.

The Foundation has received a grant from the lottery.

Charity benefits from funding boost for mental health initiative

Lions President Pat De Martino presented a cheque for £5,000 to Carol Charlton, Honorary Chair of St Teresa’s at Darlington

Lions President Pat De Martino presented a cheque for £5,000 to Carol Charlton, Honorary Chair of St Teresa’s at Darlington

Darlington second hand bookshop donates £5,000 to St Teresa's Hospice

Bobby Stevens and his son Bobby Stevens (11) of Dewberry Lane, Darlington are running in the town’s 10k race and junior race respectively on Sunday to raise money for the Together 21 charity in Aycliffe. Picture: CHRIS BOOTH

Bobby Stevens and his son Bobby Stevens (11) of Dewberry Lane, Darlington are running in the town’s 10k race and junior race respectively on Sunday to raise money for the Together 21 charity in Aycliffe. Picture: CHRIS BOOTH

'He is unstopable': Bobby, 11, to run Darlington's fun run for charity this weekend