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Radio 2 star bringing huge 80s disco party to Bradford
DUST off those shoulder pads, tease that hair and dig out the Frankie T-shirt...Gary Davies is bringing the Eighties party to Bradford.
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CrossCountry hopes to operate all train services today after weekend power cut
CrossCountry hopes to run a full train service today (August 24) after a power cut caused major disruption on Sunday.
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Zero-tolerance stance on bullying and vandalism at skatepark
Criminal damage and antisocial behaviour have led to a zero-tolerance crackdown at a skatepark.
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Top kitchen retailer to open store in North Yorkshire town tomorrow
Major retailer Magnet Kitchens officially opens a new store in Albert Street, Harrogate, tomorrow.
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How Leeds can be to Manchester what Seville is to Barcelona - Brett Jacob
Manchester is the Barcelona of the North. That's it. I've said it. It doesn't sting anymore. The former Mayor of Greater Manchester is now Prime Minister, and half the commentary since has been about ‘Manchesterism’ arriving in Downing Street.
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Early bird offer ending soon for Weardale Railway Santa Express
Families are being urged to book now for Weardale Railway’s Santa Express, with discounted early bird tickets available until August 31 for the…
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Get on board - a London double decker bus in the streets of south Durham
THE RT was the great, red London double decker of the 1940s through to the 1960s, but during that period buses and bus usage changed dramatically.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street as schedule changes this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street won't air as usual on one day this week due to ITV1 airing the EFL Carabao Cup match on Tuesday, August 25.
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Restored East Cleveland railway could be ‘backbone of much larger tourism enterprise’
A private railway company could be set up to serve a previously mothballed passenger railway line in East Cleveland with the public investing in it as shareholders, it has been suggested.
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New health food shop opens at major shopping centre
The Grape Tree health food shop has opened in Market Cross, Selby.
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Jobs and much-loved York family business saved by restructure and pre-pack sale
The York family business Rafi's Spicebox has been saved through a restructuring deal.
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Police issue appeal to find missing teen boy from Bingley
A 15-year-old boy named Luca has been reported missing from Bingley.
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Jeremy Clarkson breaks silence on new Grand Tour hosts with blunt warning
Jeremy Clarkson has issued a sweary warning to the three new hosts of Prime Video's The Grand Tour.
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Andy Burnham to 'look at' Echo's call for compensation for Kirklevington victims
Andy Burnham said he will "look at" The Northern Echo's call for compensation for Kirklevington victims as a vow to explore our…
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Major road in York blocked by 'obstruction' with traffic running slowly
The eastbound A64 outside York has been affected from the A659 to the Bilbrough junction.
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Rectal cancer trial offers non-surgical treatment hope
Findings suggest that organ‑preserving treatment may be an option for those with early rectal cancer.
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Aldi to cut price of fruit in response to heatwave but you'll need to be quick
Aldi has cut the price of British strawberries in its stores in response to a high yield among growers due to heatwave conditions
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Readers respond to Sam Smith's brewery proposals for North Yorkshire town
A report that highlighted how Samuel Smith’s Brewery aimed to renovate its properties in Tadcaster town centre won support from our readers.
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Delays on Yorkshire motorway after animals reported on the road
Lanes were closed and queues formed on the M1 northbound between junction 40 for the A638 Wakefield Road and junction 41 for Carrgate.
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The Government cannot magic up new prison places in a couple of weeks - Andy Brown
There aren’t many people who think it is a good idea for the courts to come to the conclusion that someone is so dangerous that they need to be locked up for a long time only for that person to get let out because we simply haven’t got enough prisons.
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North Yorkshire Police recruiting volunteer officers
People across the Harrogate district are being encouraged to join North Yorkshire Police as volunteer police officers.
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Shoppers warned after stuffed toy flagged over serious suffocation risk
A warning has been issued to shoppers after a Snugly weighted stuffed toy has been flagged as a serious risk of suffocation to young children.
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Bradford drivers face five-day closure on Rosse Street from today
ROSSE Street in Bradford is set to close for gas works.
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Punter kicked woman after partner became involved in Darlington pub brawl
A man who tried to prevent onlookers from intervening in a pub brawl involving his partner, delivered a kick to the prone woman with whom she was…
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'Forever our superhero': Emotional family tributes to officers killed in A66 crash
The two officers who were killed when a car driving the wrong way on a dual carriageway crashed into their police vehicle have been described as heroes by their loved ones.
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Two fan-favourite characters return to EastEnders in 'jaw-dropping' storyline
Lee and Nancy Carter are returning to EastEnders' Albert Square in a jaw-dropping storyline.
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New A59 Kex Gill road set to open this week
The new A59 Kex Gill road is set to open to traffic this week as work on the major realignment scheme reaches its latest milestone.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1,…
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Shoppers warned after stuffed toy flagged over serious suffocation risk
A warning has been issued to shoppers after a Snugly weighted stuffed toy has been flagged as a serious risk of suffocation to young children.
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Pictures as crowds enjoy free concert by 17-piece band in Darlington town centre
Music filled Darlington Market Square yesterday as the Durham Big Band Alumni and Friends brought an afternoon of swing, jazz and well-known tunes…
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Robot named Walter takes over bricklaying duties in North East housing development
Robot-built homes are putting the North East at the forefront of construction innovation.
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Summons issued for Sur-Ron e-bike rider after attempted getaway
A Surron e-bike rider will be receiving a summons to court after being spotted by police in Keighley.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street as schedule changes this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street won't air as usual on one day this week due to ITV1 airing the EFL Carabao Cup match on Tuesday, August 25.
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Top kitchen retailer to open store in North Yorkshire town tomorrow
Major retailer Magnet Kitchens officially opens a new store in Albert Street, Harrogate, tomorrow.
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Jeremy Clarkson breaks silence on new Grand Tour hosts with blunt warning
Jeremy Clarkson has issued a sweary warning to the three new hosts of Prime Video's The Grand Tour.
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Police awaiting decision on whether to charge seven officers of 'torture camp'
Police are awaiting a decision on whether to charge seven officers of the "torture camp" Kirklevington Detention Centre.
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A66 remains closed after fatal crash that claimed lives of seven people
The A66 remains closed this morning (August 24) as repair work continues following the devastating crash which claimed the lives of seven people.
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Mum-of-three hits out at housing association over 'rat-infested' home in York
A woman has hit out at 54North Homes, responsible for her Acomb home, after she said she and her children were left in "rat-infested"…
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Major train company's services through York running normally after power cut resolved
CrossCountry trains issued an update after a power cut yesterday (Sunday, August 23) at its control centre in Birmingham.
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Aldi to cut price of fruit in response to heatwave but you'll need to be quick
Aldi has cut the price of British strawberries in its stores in response to a high yield among growers due to heatwave conditions
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CrossCountry hopes to operate all train services today after weekend power cut
CrossCountry hopes to run a full train service today (August 24) after a power cut caused major disruption on Sunday.
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Business rates review to help pubs and hotels, Treasury says
The Treasury has enlisted an expert to review how business rates are calculated for pubs and hotels and make recommendations for reform of the system.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street as schedule changes this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street won't air as usual on one day this week due to ITV1 airing the EFL Carabao Cup match on Tuesday, August 25.