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How Stanley brothers David and William Horsley made Hollywood history
Long before Hollywood became the global home of cinema, two brothers from Stanley in County Durham helped lay its foundations.
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Sad day for Darlington as 151-year-old JJ Blair & Sons stall closes
It is so sad for the Blair family, who lost Robin, the public face of the market, only a couple of months ago, and it is sad for the devoted staff – like Dave Gaskin and Christine Hanlon, to name but two – who have given so many decades to the stall and the people of Darlington.
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The Darlington market family whose remarkable story has spanned 151 years
WHEN Darlington Covered Market opens this morning, for the first time in 151 years, there will not be a member of the Blair family selling fruit and veg.
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Durham University honorary graduate Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
A Durham University honorary graduate and former Durham Law School figure has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
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Popular York venue reveals plans for new winter extension
A popular riverside venue has unveiled a new winter space that will allow it to expand its offer during the colder months.
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Popular York venue reveals plans for new winter extension
A popular riverside venue has unveiled a new winter space that will allow it to expand its offer during the colder months.
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Two men charged after huge cannabis farm found on County Durham industrial estate
Two men have been charged after officers discovered a significant cannabis cultivation during a police raid in Seaham.
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Lost Teesside nightclubs known for packed dancefloors and unforgettable nights out
From Arena and The Mall to Tall Trees and Millennium, these are the lost Teesside nightclubs remembered for packed dancefloors and unforgettable nights out.
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Amanda Owen's daughter gives hilarious verdict when asked if she's a good mum
Amanda Owen's daughter Clemmie left her mum and an audience laughing after giving a candid verdict on the Yorkshire Shepherdess's parenting.
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Warning over victims fleeing domestic abuse as North Yorkshire group speaks out
There is a huge amount of work being done to get people fleeing domestic abuse into safe accommodation, a group has said after a national warning.
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Supermarket seeks to cut free parking limit at town centre store
Sainsbury’s has applied to cut free parking time for customers.
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£3m plan could turn empty Grade-II listed building into luxury spa
A Grade II-listed building in Yorkshire could become a £3m luxury spa, with planning permission sought to restore the historic building and create jobs.
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Historic cliff lift closure confusion damaging local trade, says manager
Colin Powell has said confusion over the closure of Britain’s oldest cliff lift - the Victoria Spa Cliff Lift - has negatively impacted the business he runs.
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Thief strikes at York café
A thief has struck at a Starbucks café in Coney Street, York.
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23 people named in High Court action over alleged breaches at traveller site
Twenty-three have been named in High Court proceedings over an unauthorised traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside following claims that a court order banning further development has been ignored.
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Hotel to serve exceptionally rare LOUIS XIII Black Pearl Cognac
Grantley Hall has been selected to serve the exceptionally rare LOUIS XIII Black Pearl Cognac by the glass.
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Drought declared in Yorkshire due to low water levels after scorching summer
A drought has been declared in Yorkshire due to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers following prolonged dry weather in the spring and summer, the Environment Agency said.
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Eight-mile diversion caused by roadworks in North Yorkshire town ends
An eight mile diversion due to roadworks in a North Yorkshire town has come to an end.
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'Very intimidating' balaclavas should be banned in County Durham say residents
County Durham residents have said the council's plan to ban 'very intimidating' balaclavas would be a 'good' decision.
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Main York road to close overnight from Monday for urgent repairs
A main York road is set to be closed next week for an urgent repair to a burst water main.
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Harrogate artists show their support for campaigner who lost her son
A recent successful event in Harrogate has highlighted a campaigner's long battle to improve the law for autistic and vulnerable adults
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Scarborough’s Alpamare waterpark set to be sold with 99-year car park lease
Scarborough's Alpamare waterpark is set to be sold alongside a 99-year peppercorn lease of the adjoining car park.
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Man dies as Leeds Road remains closed after devastating crash
A man sadly died at the scene
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Judge ‘cannot be sure’ ex-MP cleared over Covid test firm knew of false results
A judge who cleared a former Labour minister over his role in a fraudulent Covid-19 testing firm said he “could not be sure” he knew the business was providing false negative results.
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North Yorkshire Green councillor Kevin Foster quits party
Kevin Foster says the party, which voted to classify Zionism as racism, is "not what it was".
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Bradford author challenges misconceptions about unemployment in new book
Bradford author Tanya Rajnab discusses unemployment’s hidden impact in The Unemployed Girl’s Reset, a 30-day guide helping women rebuild confidence and routine.
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PCSO denies sharing confidential police records with machete attack suspect
A police community support officer from Bradford has denied sharing confidential records about crimes in the community that she worked in.
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The County Durham chippy blowing customers away with its huge bargain portions
Godfather fish and chip shop in Stanley is stunning customers, who praise its generous portions and wallet-friendly deals.
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Why visitors are praising this garden centre's 'best in the North' Christmas display
'I'm dying to go' say visitors as Azure Garden Centre reveals its Christmas themes, twinkling lights and festive displays.
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DWP writing to benefit claimants on 4 handouts in October as letters dispatched
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed £150 off energy bills in the form of the Warm Home Discount
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Eight-mile diversion caused by roadworks in North Yorkshire town ends
An eight mile diversion due to roadworks in a North Yorkshire town has come to an end.
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Arrest made after scooter collides with car in alleged fail-to-stop incident
A scooter rider was arrested after colliding with a car following an alleged fail-to-stop incident. No injuries were reported.
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WATCH - driver weaving through heavy traffic during 130mph pursuit on A1(M) and A64
Police have released video footage of the cocaine courier who weaved through heavy traffic heading for Leeds Festival in August during a 130mph chase.
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North Yorkshire councillor quits Green Party saying ‘the party has left me’
A prominent North Yorkshire councillor has quit the Green Party declaring that the party has changed direction and no longer shares the priorities that attracted him to it.
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More than 1,600 new homes earmarked for this area- with most on Green Belt
According to the plan, Ilkley is expected to accommodate 689 homes, while Burley-in-Wharfedale is allocated 577 dwellings.
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Harrogate audiences are preparing f greatest love songs from 100 years
The popular Harrogate Theatre Choir are ‘upsizing’ to take their cabaret-style hit show to a bigger venue
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Red lines are hindering Britain getting an EU deal like the one Canada is set for - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Packham, Chair, Leeds for Europe, Roundhay, Leeds.
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'I was the roughest' - Beth Mead on having to play football with boys in Yorkshire
The Manchester City and England footballer says the women’s game is getting “better and better” as she looks back at her time growing up playing football in Yorkshire.
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Man accused of murdering woman on A1(M) in North Yorkshire appears in court
The date for the trial of a Newcastle man charged with murdering a woman on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire has been set.
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New County Durham SEND plan as thousands of children wait for assessment
A new special educational needs strategy is set to be approved in County Durham amid a backlog of over 5,600 children waiting for SEND assessments.
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York City hope to continue record-breaking run as they host Northampton Town
York City FC face Northampton Town at the LNER Community Stadium tomorrow (Saturday) in a sold-out League Two match.
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Yorkshire in drought - Environment Agency issues warning after record dry spell
Yorkshire has officially entered drought status because of low water levels in reservoirs and rivers, the Environment Agency has announced.
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North Yorkshire councillor quits Green Party saying ‘the party has left me'
North Yorkshire councillor Kevin Foster quits Green Party over its change of direction, becoming an independent while continuing to lead the council group.
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Main York road to close overnight from Monday for urgent repairs
A main York road is set to be closed next week for an urgent repair to a burst water main.
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Popular York attraction set to strike fear into the hearts of visitors
A popular York seasonal attraction is set to bring fear to the city from tonight.
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Benefit PIP cheat pocketed £53,000 over 9 years after false wheelchair claim
Wood stated in a PIP review form that his health conditions had worsened and he needed a walking frame or wheelchair.
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York museum receives award for 'extraordinary' exhibition
The Yorkshire Museum are celebrating another award win. The Yorkshire Museum’s Melsonby Hoard exhibition, Chariots, Treasure and Power, has been named winner of the Exhibition, Display or Interpretation Project category in the Society for...
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£3m plan could turn empty Grade-II listed building into luxury spa
A Grade II-listed building in Yorkshire could become a £3m luxury spa, with planning permission sought to restore the historic building and create jobs.
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Village green with mystery owner given protected status after nearly 60 years
A North Yorkshire village green which has no registered owner has been granted protected community status after being maintained by local residents for almost 60 years.
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Road reopens after incident involving man on A19 in North Yorkshire
EMERGENCY services were called to a main road in North Yorkshire this morning (Friday) following concerns over the welfare of a man.