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'We are battling Labour on plans to house illegal immigrants in County Durham homes'
Billions of pounds of global investment are there for County Durham if we want it.
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All UK drivers over 70 need to know this Highway Code rule update
UK drivers over the age of 70 years old have been issued an updater reminder on a must-know Highway Code rule.
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Villagers still without permanent internet five WEEKS after outage
Elderly residents in a North Yorkshire village have been without broadband for five weeks, prompting another provider to step in with temporary connections.
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Globally-acclaimed artist brings woodland-inspired exhibition to North East doorstep
North East land artist James Brunt unveils Home exhibition at Kirkleatham Walled Garden, inspired by local woodland, from October 17 to mid-December.
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New Lidl store coming to County Durham edges closer as work starts on old bus site
A new Lidl supermarket in Stanley has moved closer to opening as fit-out works begin on the former Go North East bus depot site on Chester Road.
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New passport rules implemented for all passengers heading to Newcastle Airport
Passengers arriving at Newcastle Airport can now pass through eGates without showing their passports under new rules.
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James May gives 'difficult' answer on Clarkson and Hammond reunion
James May has given a "difficult" answer on a TV reunion with former Top Gear and Grand Tour stars Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond.
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Third person arrested after woman 'murdered' in North Yorkshire A1(M) crash
A third person has been arrested in connection with an incident that took place on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire earlier this month.
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Yorkshire households could see £27 cut to water bills
Yorkshire Water customers could see an average £27 reduction applied to their bills after the company missed performance targets.
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Britain's factories deliver surprise boost to the UK economy
UK GDP grew in August, beating forecasts as production output rose and manufacturing increased, but the service sector is still struggling.
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Award-winning North Yorkshire cheeses land nationwide Morrisons deal
A FAMILY-RUN North Yorkshire cheesemaker is celebrating after two award-winning cheeses secured a nationwide supermarket listing.
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Train lines near York blocked due to safety issue - delays on key routes
Train lines have been blocked following an incident close to York.
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'Cold water swims changed my life, now I hope it will help others'
There was a time when Guy Coates dreaded Mondays. The 33-year-old, from Harrogate, had followed his older brothers to university and eventually found himself working in the fast-paced, corporate world of management consulting in London. On paper, it was a good career. In reality, he was unhappy and unfulfilled.
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Urgent appeal for missing teenager with links to North Yorkshire
A missing teenager may be in North Yorkshire after being last seen in Merseyside on October 14.
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Plans for 2027 Rosedale show to be discussed at upcoming society meeting
The Rosedale and District Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society will hold its annual general meeting next month.
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Man on machete and York city centre robbery charges to appear at court
A man charged with robbing a man close to York city centre and having a machete has been remanded in custody.
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Mother whose son was left in coma after York Hospital incident ‘begged’ for help for him
A York mother whose son nearly died after an incident at York Hospital says she had pleaded with various agencies to help him before it happened. We are not naming him or his mother to protect his privacy. The 18-year-old from York is now...
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Two fire engines called to 'deliberate' fire next to building in North Yorkshire town
A ‘deliberate’ fire has been set close to a building in a busy North Yorkshire town this morning.
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Leeds Bradford Airport strikes suspended as workers consider new pay offers
Strike action at Leeds Bradford Airport has been suspended after new pay offers were put forward to staff.
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Plans to expand three-in-one police, fire and ambulance roles across North Yorkshire
Plans to expand a scheme which brings together police, fire and ambulance service skills to improve public safety in rural communities are being explored.
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What sort of homes and communities do we want to leave to the next generation? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: David Ingham, Ripon.
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James May gives 'difficult' answer on Clarkson and Hammond reunion
James May has given a "difficult" answer on a TV reunion with former Top Gear and Grand Tour stars Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond.
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Harrogate couple's emotional return to church marks 64 years since their wedding day
A Harrogate couple marked an unforgettable wedding anniversary with an emotional return to the church where they first exchanged vows 64 years ago.
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County Durham pasture to become wildlife habitat aimed at cutting nitrogen pollution
County Durham’s Westwick Habitat Bank near Barnard Castle will restore 25 hectares for wildlife, cut nitrogen pollution reaching Teesmouth and support new homes.
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Huge fly-tip containing syringes and gas canisters cleared in North East town
Gateshead Council clears hazardous fly-tip in Barley Mow containing syringes, gas canisters and tyres, warning of serious fire risks ahead of Bonfire Night.
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Harrogate property business takes ownership of important York site
“The Barbican is one of York’s most important sites and securing it is a real milestone for this Harrogate firm”
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ITV win rights to new drama from producers of BBC hit Blue Lights
A new murder mystery from the makers of Blue Lights is coming to ITV.
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Car crashes into hedge in Harrogate
Firefighters from Harrogate freed two trapped occupants after a car hit a hedge on Bilton Lane yesterday evening.
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North Yorkshire town 'keen' to host Tour of Britain again after recent success
Helmsley is aiming to host the Tour of Britain once again following the success of this year’s event.
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Review: The Penelopiad
Step aside Odysseus, Penelope’s story is here. York Theatre Royal puts women firmly in the spotlight with The Penelopiad, a production at home in a city steeped in such rich history. As box office sales soar for the new Odyssey film,...
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Fire crews tackle skip fire believed to be arson in North Yorkshire town
A skip fire believed to be deliberate broke out near a commercial building on Norton Road in Malton at 6.15am.
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Yorkshire charities urged to sign up for Aldi's free Christmas food donations
Yorkshire charities are being encouraged to sign up for Aldi’s surplus food programme that could help them support more people in need.
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Cost of finishing 'Road to Nowhere' soars by eye-watering £10m as viaduct now needed
THE estimated cost of the proposed Wyvern Link Road in Skipton has risen by more than £10m after the site was given a higher flood risk rating.
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UK furniture company closes after 12 years as it enters voluntary liquidation
Furniture Stop UK has closed after 12 years in business, having entered creditors' voluntary liquidation.
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Budget 2026: Chancellor urged to ease cost of living with tax rises
The IPPR is urging the Government to look at tax rises to tackle the cost of living pressures.
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Water leak at York flats prompts fire service response
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue responded to a fire alarm triggered by a water leak in Walmgate on Wednesday evening.
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Iconic British actor to visit North Yorkshire next year - here's how to get tickets
One of the UK's most iconic actors is set to visit to the North Yorkshire coast for a special evening of stories and laughter in 2027.
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Teen appears in court on two public nuisance charges after York incidents
A 14-year-old girl has appeared before York Magistrates' Court after emergency services had to deal with two incidents in the city.
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The sociable and noisy birds who work with others to raise their offspring
Sociable and noisy, during colder weather long-tailed tits can be spotted in flocks and work with others to raise their offspring. Andy Brown reports.
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From cafés to butchers: Darlington businesses that have stood the test of time
From cafés and butchers to fashion retailers, discover the long-established independent businesses that have helped shape Darlington for generations and continue to thrive today.
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North East graduate lands dream presenting role on BBC Radio 1
University of Sunderland graduate Bobbi Bunker is waking up the nation as a presenter on BBC Radio 1.
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Air ambulance lands in North Yorkshire town
The air ambulance was called to a North Yorkshire town this morning.
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Kirkstall Place: 85-bed care home plan for Leeds development
An 85-bed care home and assisted living complex could be built as part of a residential development in Leeds.
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Main road in North Yorkshire town to close for two days next week
A MAIN road in a North Yorkshire town is to close for two days again next week.
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Bradford road to close for five days for water works
A ROAD in Bradford is set to close for five days due to water works.
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York café feeding people struggling at Christmas bids to stay open
A York café which feeds people struggling with isolation at Christmas has lodged a bid to stay open.
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UK's best fish and chip shop is award-winning chippy in North Yorkshire
The Scrap Box was named the best fish and chip takeaway earlier this year - see why it is so loved.
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Tory pledge to reduce inheritance tax is most welcome - Carl Les
The party conferences have run their course, grabbing headlines for public attention, but with some detail for different groups including local government. The real impact comes from the party in government, in the coming Budget, and the anticipated local government settlement that follows.
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Tesco opens 28,000 Christmas jobs across UK with no CV needed
Tesco is recruiting 28,000 temporary workers across the UK for Christmas, with pay starting at £13.28 an hour and no CV required.
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Former jockey launches luxury toilet hire business in North Yorkshire after injury
Former jockey Henry Brooke launches North Yorkshire Toilets, providing luxury mobile loos for weddings, festivals, parties and building sites across the region.