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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East, including the A1(M), A66, A19 and trains.
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TalkTalk rescued from administration by BT in deal affecting 2.5m customers
BT has agreed a rescue deal to save TalkTalk from administration, protecting telecoms services for 2.5 million customers and 900 employees.
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Woman fears 'monster' who hid sister's body for 14 years will strike again if released
A 'monster' who stabbed a woman to death and dismembered her body before hiding it for 14 years will 'kill again' if released from jail, the victim's sister has warned.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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Drivers face delays on M62 after earlier crash cleared but congestion remains
M62 crash cleared between Brighouse and Chain Bar, with all lanes reopened. Congestion remains eastbound towards Leeds and Bradford during rush hour.
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Bradford households urged to avoid using appliances at certain times to cut bills
An expert has revealed if it can save you money on your energy bills by running household appliances at certain times.
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Crash brings down telegraph pole cutting off access to village near York
A crash has knocked over a telegraph pole in a village near York. It’s come down across Main Street inThorganby, cutting off the road near to the junction with Ings Lane. It happened at about 11.30am this morning (Monday). Incident location...
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‘No regrets’: Yorkshire coast café owner fined £1K for family holiday
The owner of a Yorkshire coast business says she has ‘no regrets’ after taking her four children on holiday and landing a near £1,000 fine from East Riding Council. It is the second time the family has received a fine for taking children...
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Aldi brings back £49.99 air fryer that's £220 cheaper than branded alternative
Aldi has brought back its Vertical Air Fryer to stores, which is £220 cheaper than a branded alternative
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Swan Lake coming to York Barbican for one night with live orchestra
The Imperial Classical Ballet is set to perform Swan Lake at the York Barbican for one night only this October.
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'Family-run' UK haulage company falls into liquidation after 13 years
"Family-run" UK haulage and warehousing company Q Delivery Services has entered liquidation after more than 13 years in business.
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Points failure near York causing delays to services of up to 30 minutes
A points failure between York and Selby / Doncaster means trains will be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
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Tragedy as body found in search for Northumberland man missing for over a week
A body believed to be that of missing Northumberland man Adam, 44, has been found near the River Lyne in Lynemouth, police have confirmed.
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UK's cheapest supermarket revealed as winner tops list for 11th month running
Aldi has been named as the cheapest supermarket in the UK, according to Which? data. It marks the 11th month in a row that Aldi has come out on top.
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Manslaughter charges dropped against mum and brother of teen killed in house fire
Manslaughter charges have been dropped against three people over the death of a teenager in a house fire, including her mother and brother.
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Two men arrested on Yorkshire motorway after police pursuit
Humberside Police said it happened yesterday evening (Sunday, October 4) when officers spotted the vehicle being driven erratically on the M62 near Goole.
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RAF asylum centre could face closure within three years
Questions have been raised over how long a proposed asylum centre at RAF Linton-on-Ouse could actually operate in Yorkshire.
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Starbeck man set for special homecoming after 500-mile challenge
A Starbeck man who has raised more than £2,500 for St John Ambulance is set for a special welcome home this week.
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Iconic 80s band to play York Museum Gardens next year - here's how to get tickets
A legendary 80s band are set to headline a major outdoor concert next summer.
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Joint Statement from Knaresborough Town Council and Visit Knaresborough CIC - Knaresborough Town Council
The first month of Knaresborough Town Council as Market Authority for the historic Wednesday Market
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82 people caught in police crackdown on speeding and anti-social driving
Officers dealt with 82 road traffic offences in Craven during a police crackdown.
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Dangerous sex offender who bragged of having 'rape kink' is handed big jail sentence
A man from Bradford who was convicted of serious sex offences including multiple rapes has been handed an extended sentence of 25 years.
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Historic York pub closes from today - plans revealed
A historic pub in York city centre has closed its doors ahead of a refurbishment.
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The Budget date is set – here’s what could happen to your money
Chancellor John Healey has confirmed the date of his first Budget, with millions of households and businesses now waiting to see what it will mean for their finances.
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Lidl stops chocolate bar range in Bradford supermarkets 6 years after launch
Lidl has stopped a chocolate bar range in Bradford supermarkets six years after it launched.
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Leeds Bradford Airport set for 'standstill' as more than 100 workers announce strike
Leeds Bradford Airport could be brought to a standstill later this month after almost 130 workers announced plans to take industrial action in a dispute over pay.
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Iconic 80s band to play York Museum Gardens next year - here's how to get tickets
A legendary 80s band are set to headline a major outdoor concert next summer.
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Major roadworks causing months of disruption on busy North Yorkshire route from today
Redcar drivers face 16 weeks of disruption as Northern Gas Networks carries out essential gas pipe replacement works from Monday (October 5).
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Plans to build a thriving Knaresborough market following handover
Plans to build a thriving Wednesday market in Knaresborough have been outlined following its move to town council control.
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North Yorkshire Police launch investigation after attempted car break-in on Harrogate street
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses following an attempted car break-in on a street in Harrogate
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Man who pulled down part of semi-detached home says he is not 'neighbour from hell'
A man who pulled down his half of a semi-detached home leaving the other half riddled with faults and unsaleable has insisted he is not a "neighbour from hell."
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Plans for 3,500-home community near York to go on public display
Updated plans for 3,500-home Heronby community near York and Selby will go on display October 15.
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The Government needs to restore confidence in the economy - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Neal, Cleethorpes.
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Hunt launched for tall North Yorkshire man wanted on recall to prison
A hunt has been launched for a man wanted on recall to prison and for assault.
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Halifax banking app starts closing today as millions told to switch to Lloyds
Halifax customers are being moved to Lloyds as the Halifax banking app begins closing from October 5. Here's what happens to your accounts.
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Inside historic Darlington hotel and spa put on the market for £1.25 million
A historic Darlington hotel with a luxury spa, wedding venue and conference facilities is on the market for £1.25 million.
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Family-run Harrogate brewery to cut price of a pint as part of campaign against high rates of beer tax in UK
Customers at a Harrogate bar will pay less for their pints later this week as part of a national campaign over high tax levels on beer.
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Popular TV channel shutting down this month after 8 years on air in new shake-up
Channel 5 is launching a brand new channel this month, but viewers will have to say goodbye to another to make room.
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Two dead in fatal crash near Yorkshire reservoir
Two people have died following a crash close to a Yorkshire reservoir, police have said.
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Leeds Bradford Airport could be 'shutdown' for two days this month due to strikes
Leeds Bradford Airport could be forced to ‘shutdown’ for a whole weekend later this month due to strike action.
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Locals fear leafy Yorkshire village could become a 'ghost town' under migrant plans
Residents fear their leafy Yorkshire village is turning into a "ghost town" amid controversial plans to house 1,200 asylum seekers on their doorstep.
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RAF asylum centre could face closure within three years
Questions have been raised over how long a proposed asylum centre at RAF Linton-on-Ouse could actually operate in Yorkshire.
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Rail disruption in York and North Yorkshire as union plans three days of strikes
RAIL passengers in York and North Yorkshire are being warned to expect disruption across three days this month as train conductors plans to take strike action.
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Ex-Channel 4 News anchor turns love of A Hard Day's Night into a fantastic BFI Film Classics book
When Johnny Marr says he loves your new book you know you are onto a winner.
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RECAP - Person dies after being hit by train in Northumberland
A person has died after being hit by a train between Hexham and Haydon Bridge shortly after 6.30am on Monday (October 5). Trains serving Middlesbrough and Nunthorpe are among those affected by resulting delays.
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‘Do not approach’ warning as man wanted over kidnapping could be in Scarborough
Police are searching for a wanted man who is believed to be in Scarborough. Christopher Young, 44, is wanted in connection with kidnap and assault offences that happened in Burton-upon-Trent. Young, who is from Staffordshire, is believed to...
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Police issue update in appeal to find missing man from York village
Yesterday (Sunday, October 4), officers from the force said they were very concerned about the missing man from Copmanthorpe.
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TalkTalk rescued from administration by BT in deal affecting 2.5m customers
BT has agreed a rescue deal to save TalkTalk from administration, protecting telecoms services for 2.5 million customers and 900 employees.
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Harrogate MP is 'ready to fight again' against Harrogate Spring Water's plans to expand its water bottling site
Harrogate’s MP has relaunched his campaign to Save Rotary Wood after Harrogate Spring Water’s decision to appeal planners’ rejection of its expansion plans.
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Man wanted in connection with kidnap and assault offences may be in North Yorkshire
The county's police force said Christopher Young, 44, is believed to be in the town centre or South Cliff areas of Scarborough.