Bishop Auckland
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North East city centre drivers offered an extra free hour of parking
Motorists visiting Sunderland city centre can park for longer at no extra cost under a scheme aimed at attracting more shoppers and visitors.
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Auckland Palace concert to raise funds for County Durham youth organisations
Auckland Palace hosts a November 12 fundraising concert for the High Sheriff of Durham’s Youth Awards, supporting young people and grassroots groups.
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Trial date fixed for accused five in hearse driven onto Dunston football pitch case
Five men, four from County Durham, will stand trial over events before and after the driving of a hearse onto a football pitch.
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Renaissance masterpiece goes on display at Bishop Auckland gallery
Renaissance painting The Marriage of the Virgin by Paolo da San Leocadio goes on display at The Spanish Gallery, Bishop Auckland, linked to Valencia altarpiece.
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County Durham hearty Sunday lunch spot with towering roasts diners can't resist
When Northern Echo readers were asked to reveal the best places for a Sunday lunch in the North East, one venue stood out from the crowd.
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Future nurses and medics honoured at Darlington hospital event
CDDFT celebrates T-Level students in Darlington on October 22, showcasing NHS careers, industry placements and mentoring to develop future healthcare staff.
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How this Durham fish and chip shop has remained a city favourite for 80 years
Step inside Durham's Stanton's Fish & Chips, a city institution serving customers for more than 80 years, with a batter recipe dating back to 1954 and a loyal following that spans generations.
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15 County Durham planning applications you need to know about
Durham County Council has received a range of new planning applications recently, including proposals for home extensions, farm conversions, and changes to local amenities. The following is a summary of the latest applications submitted to the council.
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The forgotten Durham figure who travelled 200,000 miles and helped reshape the city
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Binman tells all UK households to make food bin change urgently
A bin collector has urged UK households to mark food waste caddies with their house number to prevent them blowing away in autumn winds.
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Durham NHS Trust faces £21.9m funding black hole months after 600 job cuts announced
An NHS trust facing mounting pressure has admitted its £22m funding gap is a "cause for concern", months after revealing plans to axe 600 jobs.
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All staff lose jobs as County Durham firm founded by Sara Davies enters liquidation
All staff at Sara Davies' Crafter's Companion have been made redundant after the County Durham company entered liquidation following talks with Gemporia.
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Former MasterChef contestant secures £150,000 to open Bishop Auckland restaurant
Former MasterChef contestant Mike Bartley will open Jörd, a fine-dining restaurant in Bishop Auckland, on October 24 after securing £150,000 funding.
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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 this morning (October 22).
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Bishop Auckland fashion show to celebrate additional needs children who deserve shine
Children and young people with additional needs are set to take centre stage at a runway event celebrating confidence, inclusion and individuality next month.
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County Durham homelessness crisis 'worst it has ever been' frontline worker warns
Access to housing for vulnerable people in County Durham is "the worst it's ever been", a frontline homelessness worker has warned.
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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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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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MP vows to fight Bishop Auckland Hospital ward closure as Christmas deadline looms
Bishop Auckland MP Sam Rushworth opposes plans to close Ward 7 before Christmas, warning of the impact on patients, families and NHS staff.
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County Durham duo appear at court over hearse on football pitch and other incidents
Two County Durham men appeared at crown court today, Wednesday, October 21, over alleged offences including driving a hearse on to a football pitch.
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Work 'paused' on major Darlington town centre redevelopment as site lies dormant
Work to transform part of Skinnergate in Darlington has been paused, with new pictures showing little activity at the redevelopment site.
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Police drop case against church magazine editor who picked up dead deer off A66
Police have dropped a case against a church magazine editor who picked up a dead deer off the A66 in a bid to take it home and eat it.
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Vandals strike Bishop Auckland nursery again in latest break-in
A Bishop Auckland nursery has been targeted again after intruders broke in over the weekend, leaving damage that staff say is harming children’s learning.
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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 this morning (October 21).
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Knife-swinging attacker launched glass ashtray and kettle water at police
A knife-swinging man who launched a glass ashtray and water from a kettle at police officers in Hartlepool has been jailed.
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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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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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North East hospital gets £1m A&E upgrade aimed at cutting patient waiting times
The University Hospital of North Tees will receive £1m in government funding to refurbish its emergency department and bring down waiting times for patients.
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County Durham NHS boss 'can't guarantee' hospital will be built by 2029
An NHS boss 'cannot guarantee' that a long-awaited new hospital in Consett will be built by 2029 amid rising costs.
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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 this morning (October 20).
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NHS worker takes leap of faith opening Pokémon card shop in Bishop Auckland
A 23-year-old Pokémon fan has turned her hobby into a business by opening a trading card shop in Bishop Auckland.
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Bishop Auckland Hospital needs more services, not another ward moved away
Seeing the latest news regarding Bishop Auckland hospital and the proposed closure of Ward 7 and move the Complex Frailty Unit to Darlington, it reminds me of a conversation I had with a customer at a car sales garage where I worked.
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CSI probe launched on Bishop Auckland street after man suffers knife injuries
A CSI probe was launched on a Bishop Auckland street after a man arrived at hospital with serious injuries.
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New colour-changing lights illuminate Bishop Auckland Market Place after upgrade
New colour-changing lights have been switched on in Bishop Auckland Market Place, replacing the town's former 'Triffid' lamp posts and improving the space for events.
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The ordinary-looking chair hiding a remarkable piece of County Durham bus history
IN John Wearmouth's hall in Darlington, there is an elegant pierced splat back chair, with a graceful serpentine crest rail at the top and gently curved cabriole front legs.
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Bishop Auckland bus station 'open for business' after 'defect' closes parking bays
A defect at Bishop Auckland’s £11.8m bus station forced three bays to close less than six months after it opened, Durham County Council said.
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The family-run Bishop Auckland garage winning loyal customers with low fuel prices
A family-run garage in Bishop Auckland says its commitment to keeping fuel prices low has earned it a loyal following, with some drivers travelling across County Durham to fill up at its pumps.
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'Why can't the next success story be you?' How adult learning can change lives
The Association of Colleges has scheduled a national week of action for the Adult Learning Pays campaign from October 19 to 23. Bishop Auckland College Group CEO and Principal Shaun Hope has written exclusively for The Northern Echo to highlight the importance of adult learning, transforming lives.
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County Durham charity left 'saddened' after shop window smashed overnight
The Angel Trust, based in Bishop Auckland has been left "saddened" at the " emotional and financial damage" to one of its buildings after a window was smashed overnight.
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£650k County Durham cottage comes with annexe, acre of land and endless potential
Explore Sycamore Court, Rowley: a £650,000 stone cottage near Consett with three bedrooms, self-contained annexe, garage, one acre of grounds and no chain.
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The County Durham village home to one of England's oldest churches
Discover Escomb, the County Durham village home to a 1,350-year-old Anglo-Saxon church built with Roman stone and featuring an ancient sundial.
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The County Durham farm shop with Highland cows that visitors are raving about
A County Durham farm shop and restaurant near Bishop Auckland is winning praise for its food, friendly staff and Highland cows.
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Mystery name on lost war memorial uncovers 200 years of a Darlington family
IT is time to say hello to the Hullahs of Darlington and the surrounding area.
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Signs go up for new Wickes store coming to former County Durham Poundstretcher site
Signs have gone up for a new Wickes store that is moving into the former Poundstretcher store in Bishop Auckland, County Durham
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Homeless man blighted Bishop Auckland shops as he turned to shoplifting to survive
Daniel Slack caused months of shoplifting and disorder in Bishop Auckland earlier this year.
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Fires, smashed glass and vandalism spark safety fears at County Durham leisure centre
Safety fears have been raised after vandalism, fires and smashed glass were reported at Meadowfield Leisure Centre, prompting extra police patrols and security measures.
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Dragon's Den star who went from Bishop Auckland to global crafting empire
A County Durham entrepreneur became one of the region's best recognised success stories following a university idea that became a a global crafting empire, landing her a spot on Dragon's Den.
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Named and shamed - Three County Durham residents in court over fly-tipping
Three County Durham residents have been named and shamed after appearing in court for fly-tipping and waste-related offences.
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Northern and Trans Pennine train journeys in North East stopped for entire weekend
Railway lines between Middlesbrough and Saltburn will be closed for an entire weekend while engineering work takes place, Northern Trains said.
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Bishop Aukland-born former US presidential adviser receives historic London honour
Durham University Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill receives Freedom of the City of London and joins Haberdashers’ Company in recognition of her public service.