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New viaducts could be needed to make Interchange a through station - Minister reveals
NEW viaducts may need to be built in Bradford if the planned new rail station at Bradford Interchange is to be a through station, according to the Secretary of State for Transport.
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Crowds pack out Consett cocktail bar as former registry office gets new lease of life
Crowds turned out to celebrate the launch of County Durham's newest cocktail bar after months of hard work transformed a former registry office into a stylish new nightlife venue.
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Harrogate headteacher says 'we are incredibly proud of our children and staff'
"We are incredibly proud of our children and staff, said school’s headteacher”
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County Durham pumpkin patch offers 37 varieties including Warty Goblin and Polar Bear
From giant carving pumpkins to ghostly white gourds and wart-covered Halloween favourites, visitors to a popular County Durham pumpkin patch have been spoilt for choice this autumn.
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Honour for North East engineer who helped turn an ambitious Metro dream into reality
Today’s Object of the Week is a modest new addition to a familiar North East station, remembering a remarkable man whose vision changed the way generations travelled.
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport: Risk of 'multi-year delay' to regular passenger flights
Aviation experts have warned public sector officials buying Doncaster Sheffield Airport of the prospect of a 'multi-year delay' to regular passenger flights from the site.
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Flats plan blocked over noise concerns near city centre nightspots
The conversion of a city centre building into flats has been blocked after the council said it would be too noisy for people living there.
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Rise in wrong way driving incidents on Teesside roads following A66 horror crash
Cleveland Police warn dangerous drivers face the full force of the law after three wrong-way incidents were reported on the A66 and A19 last week.
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Green light to turn former offices into 11-room student housing in Middlesbrough
Plans to convert three former commercial properties on Marton Road in Middlesbrough into student accommodation have been approved.
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Teen completes first marathon ahead of family milestone run
Lily Milner's marathon success comes ahead of a milestone challenge for the whole family.
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Two people injured in crash between e-scooter and parked car on Bradford street
Two people were injured in a crash involving an e-scooter and a parked car on a residential Bradford street.
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County Durham nurse opens new clinic to help vulnerable people stay independent
A County Durham nurse on a mission to help vulnerable people maintain their independence has opened a new healthcare clinic in Easington Colliery.
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Bradford becomes first UK city chosen to host major European conference
Bradford will make history as the first UK host of Placemaking Week Europe, welcoming hundreds of international delegates in 2027.
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Police seek man over assault in North Yorkshire town
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following an assault in Whitby.
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Six charged following 20 arrests in Harrogate during police operation
Six people were charged following 20 arrests in Harrogate during North Yorkshire Police's Operation Super Tornado Two, according to figures supplied by the
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Injured barn owl left in box outside North Yorkshire charity - can you help?
A barn owl with an injured wing has been left in a cardboard box on the doorstep of a coastal wildlife sanctuary.
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2 men charged with burglary after reported break-in at town centre cafe
The charges relate to an incident at the Endless Kettle Café on North Street in Keighley on Sunday.
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North East's Sam Fender confirms 2027 tour with Lord of the Rings inspired teaser
North East star Sam Fender has sent fans into a frenzy after appearing to confirm a major stadium tour for 2027 following a series of cryptic teasers.
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LIVE - Delays building as 'obstruction on road' on A167 at Darlington
The road blocked is blocked and traffic is building due to an obstruction on the road on the A167 Beaumont Hill Southbound.
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First look inside North Yorkshire's new Sicilian wine bar as Veeno opens its doors
A new Italian wine bar serving family-produced Sicilian wines and traditional dishes has opened in North Yorkshire.
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Record-breaking Glitter Ball raises over £280,000 for Martin House Children's Hospice
Glitter Ball raises over £280,000 for Martin House Children's Hospice
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Burglary at hotel in York in the early hours of morning
There has been a burglary at Hotel Indigo on Walmgate in York. It happened on Tuesday 6th October at approximately 0400hrs. Police would like anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area to contact them. It happened on Tuesday 6th October...
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Hundreds back call to stop parking bans in York roads
Hundreds of people have backed a call to stop proposals to ban parking in some York roads going ahead.
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Vandals wreck York sports clubhouse used by children and community teams
Vandals have smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forcibly damaged locks at a York clubhouse used by numerous community sports teams.
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Popular shop in the Broadway Bradford to permanently shut this weekend
It was one of the first stores to open in The Broadway back in 2015.
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The Yorkshire clockmaker - John Harrison - who invented the marine chronometer
John Harrison was a Yorkshire clockmaker and joiner who revolutionised navigation when he invented the marine chronometer.
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Harrogate jewellery retailer continues tradition of giving colleagues Boxing Day off
“Harrogate shop to give staff an extra day off to spend time with loved ones as a thank you for their dedication”
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Injured barn owl left in box outside North Yorkshire charity - can you help?
A barn owl with an injured wing has been left in a cardboard box on the doorstep of a coastal wildlife sanctuary.
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North Yorkshire lifeboat crew tow pleasure boat to safety after dual engine failure
Scarborough Lifeboat Station's said its RNLI volunteer inshore lifeboat (ILB) crew had just been carrying out a routine training exercise on Sunday, October 18 when it was called to assist the craft in the South Bay area of Scarborough.
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Comedian Jimmy Carr headlining five North East venues in new major UK tour
Jimmy Carr will bring his new live show to Sunderland, Newcastle, Stockton, Darlington and Middlesbrough for his 2027 Killing Jokes tour
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Seven of the North East's best cosy bookshops to visit this autumn
Whether you're searching for a rare first edition, the latest bestseller or a cosy spot to spend a rainy afternoon, the North East has some of the best independent bookshops for every reader to enjoy this autumn.
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Popular dog day-out service Billy's Bus launches new County Durham route
Dog owners in Newton Aycliffe, Ferryhill and Chilton will soon be able to send their pets on a "tail-wagging adventure" after Billy's Bus announced a new County Durham route.
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Dexys Midnight Runners' Kevin Rowland on band's Newcastle return
Kevin Rowland discusses Dexys Midnight Runners’ new album Love, their return to Tyneside and North East concert at Newcastle’s O2 City Hall on October 21.
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North Yorkshire parking services back online
The recent issues with online parking services in North Yorkshire have now been resolved. Once again, it is now possible to access and apply for parking permits, submit Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) appeals, and make Penalty Charge Notice...
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McDonald's near A197 County Durham closes this week for major makeover
McDonald's has confirmed its Thinford restaurant will close on October 25 for refurbishment before reopening with an improved look in December.
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Attempts to steal underground cable from East Yorkshire village thwarted
Humberside Police said "offenders were disturbed attempting to steal BT cable in Full Sutton" at 3.50am today (Tuesday, October 20) before leaving the scene in a 4x4 pickup.
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Attempts to steal underground cable from East Yorkshire village thwarted
Humberside Police said "offenders were disturbed attempting to steal BT cable in Full Sutton" at 3.50am today (Tuesday, October 20) before leaving the scene in a 4x4 pickup.
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Former North East officer launches campaign demanding action over police suicides
Paul Cooper, a former Cleveland Police officer, has launched a campaign demanding urgent action over police suicides and the pressures that officers face.
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Director in court over cancelled event that promised chefs Si King and James Martin
The three-day food and drink festival, set for July 18-20 last year, was cancelled just a fortnight before it was due to get underway.
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Search for Surron bike under way after incident in North Yorkshire town
Police are appealing for information after a Surron bike was ridden in an anti-social manner in Whitby.
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Genuit Group: Yorkshire firm sees profits hit by warmer weather and 'challenging' market
Leeds-based Genuit Group has said it expects to report lower than expected profits after a hit from warmer weather and “challenging” market conditions.
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TV star George Clarke names North East bakery 'one of the best' he's ever visited
TV star George Clarke has praised Pure Knead Bakery in Newcastle as one of the best he has ever visited.
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Proposal to hike North Yorkshire councillors' allowances
Inflation-linked rise in councillor allowances is recommended
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Hundreds back call to stop parking bans in York roads
Hundreds of people have backed a call to stop proposals to ban parking in some York roads going ahead.
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Vandals wreck York sports clubhouse used by children and community teams
Vandals have smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forcibly damaged locks at a York clubhouse used by numerous community sports teams.
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Bishop Auckland pumpkin trail returns for half term with chance to win prizes
Families are planning visits to a pumpkin trail at Auckland Palace and Gardens in Bishop Auckland, with hidden pumpkins, challenges and prizes on offer this half term.
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Restaurant owner speaks out after Home Office drops bid to remove licence
A York restaurant owner has spoken out after a Home Office bid to revoke his venue’s licence was dropped.
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'Appalling'- 'vermin' fears as rubbish overflowing from York bin
Rubbish overflowing from a York bin has sparked vermin fears and a call for action to tackle the issue.
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Major rail disruption across North East as replacement buses run for two weekends
Rail travellers face weekend disruption due to engineering work.
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Inside York leisure centre’s brand-new sensory room for children
A new sensory room has opened for young children at one of York's leisure centres.