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North East criminologist wins £100,000 prize to study the 'offshore world'
Northumbria University criminologist Dr Alexandra Hall wins £100,000 Philip Leverhulme Prize for research into crime, illicit economies and offshore worlds.
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'Village rammed with cars' - Resident hits out over car park closure
The village car park closed just over a week ago.
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Dozens of Yorkshire buses display giant poppies for Remembrance tribute
Dozens of Transdev buses across Yorkshire have been decorated with giant poppies in tribute to the Armed Forces.
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North Yorkshire school praised for 'loving community' in inspection
A NORTH Yorkshire school is celebrating following a recent inspection which recognised its 'loving community'.
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Woman died of head injuries in A1(M) crash as murder probe continues, inquest hears
Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle, died at the scene of the crash between Junction 57 and Junction 56 near Barton, North Yorkshire.
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Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan in hit theatre show based on Bradford film
Helen Flanagan is best known for her role as Rosie Webster on Coronation Street.
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Second storm to hit UK with heavy rain and strong wind - All affected areas
Storm Boelo to hit UK this weekend with heavy rain and winds up to 80mph as Met Office issues yellow warnings for Scotland, Northern Ireland and England.
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Quality Street makes major change to iconic tubs for Christmas 2026
Quality Street tubs will feature a Monopoly-themed design this Christmas, with shoppers able to win up to £20,580 or a Monopoly: Quality Street Edition gameboard.
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Two North Yorkshire village primary schools could merge in bid to secure their future
Two village primary schools could be merged into a single school operating across both sites under a plan to secure their future and keep them legal.
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'Why not a golf shop or TKMaxx?' - hopes for prime shop vacant in York
The TG Jones shop - formerly WHSmith - in 39-41 Coney Street closed on Monday (October 19) and followed the closure of a key city centre post office in the same building five days earlier.
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York community garden transformed after more than 20 years with funding boost
The Acomb Explore community garden has been given a new lease of life thanks to a generous grant of more than £1,500.
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Busy road in York set to close for several hours during rush hour period
City of York Council said Skeldergate will close this evening from 6pm (, between its junctions with Micklegate and Terry Avenue, close to the Skeldergate Bridge over the River Ouse.
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Acquiring Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s freehold sends a powerful message - Dan Fell
There have been plenty of big moments during the long campaign to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA). These have included significant funding announcements, to-the-wire council meetings, and engagement with the country’s most senior politicians.
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Occupants of unauthorized Traveller site in Yorkshire village plan High Court appeal
The occupants of an unauthorised Traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside are planning to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate in a bid to remain on the land, it has emerged.
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6 arrested in major immigration crime crackdown across Yorkshire
Six people were arrested in connection with organised immigration, fraud, and other offences.
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Funding helps County Durham school create inclusive birdwatching space
County Durham pupils with learning disabilities benefit from a £2,000 Banks Group grant creating an accessible outdoor learning and birdwatching area.
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Boris Johnson, 62, in 'saving' career move away from the UK
The former UK prime minister, 62, who was also the last Conservative Mayor of London, is in a 'saving' career move away from the country.
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Police launch investigation after dog and owner attacked in Harrogate village
Police launch investigation after dog and owner attacked in Harrogate village
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Harrogate railway station named among UK's best in new national rankings by Trainpal
Harrogate railway station named among UK's best in new rankings 🚂
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Appeal after dog and owner injured in attack near Harrogate
Police are appealing for witnesses after a dog and its owner were injured in an attack in Darley.
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Leeds united partnership launched with popular city centre restaurant
Leeds United fans get enjoy a great result
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Bishop Auckland nature reserve left counting cost after vandals break-in
A County Durham nature reserve has been left facing a costly clean-up bill after burglars smashed windows and ransacked offices during a break-in.
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Crews tackle farm fire in Ryedale
Firefighters from Pickering and Malton extinguished a blaze involving farm machinery last night.
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North East town 'to go again' after City of Culture setback with huge 2030 plans
Middlesbrough is gearing up for Boro 2030, a year-long celebration of the town’s 200th birthday, following its recent UK City of Culture bid.
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From Middlesbrough to Tokyo and Texas - pop star Loren Heat's remarkable rise
On the back of their newest single, Loren Heat discusses their North East roots, Middlesbrough’s struggling queer scene and their performances in Japan and Texas' SXSW festival.
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Sky confirms 4 more changes coming to millions of TVs in October
Sky TV customers may notice even more changes to its TV guide, as well as Sky+, Sky Q and Sky Glass and Stream.
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Goat rescued by firefighters in field on outskirts of North Yorkshire town
The county's fire and rescue service was called to an area of Falsgrave, to the west of Scarborough, at 7.32pm last night (Wednesday, October 21).
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Parking charges to increase across Yorkshire car parks ahead of Christmas
York parking charges will rise at many city-centre locations from next month during the seasonal event period.
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More than 750 miles of road maintenance planned across Yorkshire — what about Harrogate?
More than 750 miles of road maintenance is planned across Yorkshire and the Humber this year, as the government announces additional funding to tackle
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Machete attack victims' evidence branded 'tainted and worthless' by defence barrister
Barristers defending some of the men charged with conspiracy to murder an uncle and his nephew in a ferocious and targeted machete attack have said the victims would not have been able to identify them as the attackers.
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Families urged to prepare loved ones with dementia for clock change
FAMILIES are being urged to prepare for the upcoming clock change.
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Wetherby student takes on cancer challenge to support parent
Students smash fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now
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Why Armed Forces accommodation needs to be a priority
The need for Britain to bolster its defence capabilities has never been more apparent. The war in Ukraine and the stop-start conflicts in the Middle East means no country can turn a blind eye to defence, not least nations in Western Europe. Especially as US President Donald Trump has indicated that America will no longer underwrite the security of its allies.
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The Hicks Amendment is an opportunity to build on Hillsborough Law
The Hillsborough disaster and subsequent cover–up that followed spoke volumes of the imbalance between ordinary people and the power structures in this country. Not only was there a lack of truth and accountability but when the truth did emerge there was a lack of correction of the public record.
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Comedy stars bring Comic Strip and Trigger Happy TV to Barnard Castle
Peter Richardson, Phil Cornwell and Dom Joly bring The Comic Strip and Trigger Happy TV live events to The Witham, Barnard Castle, on November 25 and 28.
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Wetherby student raises over £1,300 after mum's cancer diagnosis
A Wetherby student and her flatmate have raised over £1,300 for Breast Cancer Now after her mum was diagnosed with stage four cancer.
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Popular gym shortlisted for prestigious National Fitness Award
The business has built a strong reputation for its small-group coaching sessions, working primarily with people in their 40s, 50s and 60s.
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York theatre offers discounts on tickets and free treats - here's how to get yours
A York theatre is offering special discounts on a cozy night at the theatre this month.
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Amanda Hopgood challenges Reform claims over County Durham record
Amanda Hopgood argues Durham residents deserve facts, not spin, as she challenges Reform UK's account of council tax, investment and progress at County Hall.
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Halloween disco and nature trail among activities at Durham attraction
The Light in County Durham hosts free and ticketed half-term activities from October 28 to November 1, including workshops, nature trails and a Halloween disco.
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Former Manchester United worker shares business advice on leadership
A performance coach urged business leaders to look inward to improve team leadership during the York Business Festival hosted by The Press.
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Darlington specialist care hub opens as family honours mother's legacy
Darlington family opens Springfield Healthcare’s Centre of Excellence, training North East carers in complex and palliative care to support patients at home.
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PCC reports progress on crime plan across County Durham and Darlington
County Durham PCC Joy Allen reports better victim support, crime prevention and policing, with fewer call waits and offences across Durham and Darlington.
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Woman who felt 'trapped' in body sheds 5st 9lbs and praised by Olympian Nicola Adams
Hartlepool's Amy McBean lost 5st 9lbs and reached the semi-finals of Slimming World's Woman of the Year 2026.
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Two North Yorkshire village primary schools could merge in bid to secure their future
Two village primary schools could be merged into a single school operating across both sites under a plan to secure their future and keep them legal.
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Historic Yorkshire stately home to offer yoga and meditation retreats
Carlton Towers is offering three-day wellness retreats in 2027.
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Mystery of empty restaurant unit in prominent Harrogate location solved
“The arrival of this new restaurant will bring a new entry to the growing battle to be the best Thai in Harrogate”
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Ripon and Snape village primary schools could merge to secure their long-term future
Ripon and Snape schools could merge to secure their long-term future
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£20m upgrade begins at Bishop Auckland sewage treatment works
Northumbrian Water begins a £20m sewage works upgrade at Bishop Auckland, boosting phosphorus and ammonia removal to protect the River Wear by early 2028.
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Bradford University helps secure £9m space facility
A £9 MILLION investment is fuelling the launch of a major new space technology facility in West Yorkshire