County Durham
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Ex-County Durham science teacher subjected pupil to 'an escalating pattern of abuse'
A predatory teacher repeatedly preyed on a vulnerable pupil during her years at his County Durham school, a court heard.
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Drug-smuggling County Durham hairdresser locked up for six years in Portuguese jail
A drug-smuggling Crook hairdresser has started a six-year stretch behind bars in a Portuguese prison.
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Starbucks opens new Darlington drive-thru - 600m from branch it closed months ago
Starbucks has opened its new drive-thru on the A66 near Darlington - 600m away from its previous branch.
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Fears historic County Durham theatre 'on slow slide to close' after savings proposed
A petition has been launched over fears for the future of the Empire Theatre after a warning proposed cuts could be the start of a "slow…
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'Exceptionally rare' 761-acre County Durham farm up for sale at £3.6m
A 761-acre County Durham farm is up for sale for £3.6 million, offering an "exceptionally rare" opportunity according to estate agents.
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Inside the £1.95m Durham manor house hidden behind trees just minutes from the city
A stunning manor house that feels a world away from Durham city centre has gone on the market for £1.95 million.
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Pictures show County Durham home boarded up after car smashes into front of property
A home was left badly damaged after a car smashed into the front of the property in a County Durham village.
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When Chris Hemsworth and Marvel descended on Durham Cathedral to film Avengers
As Avengers: Endgame Encore arrives in cinemas, Marvel fans are rediscovering County Durham's connection to the blockbuster through scenes…
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Patient taken to hospital after air ambulance called to incident in County Durham
A patient was taken to hospital after the air ambulance were called to an incident in County Durham.
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Praise for 'kind' stranger after pregnant woman falls in County Durham car park
A kind-hearted stranger who stopped to help a pregnant woman after she fell in Barnard Castle Lidl car park has been praised by police.
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County Durham village beside a castle with history stretching back 1,000 years
Staindrop sits beside Raby Castle but has its own remarkable history, including an Anglo-Saxon church and links to the Neville family.
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The North East hotspots where celebrities have been spotted in 2026
Peter Andre, Elliot Anderson, Bob Mortimer and Steph McGovern are among the famous faces spotted in Newcastle, County Durham and Saltburn in 2026.
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Luxury train from County Durham to Edinburgh returns after sell-out success
A luxury rail journey from Weardale to Edinburgh is set to return later this year after its inaugural trip was a sellout success.
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E-scooter crackdown launched after youngsters spotted weaving through traffic
Fears someone could be seriously hurt have sparked a police crackdown on children riding e-bikes and e-scooters through traffic in a County Durham…
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Floral tributes laid at outside home where County Durham man 'murdered' in stabbing
Floral tributes have been laid at the scene after a man was found stabbed at a County Durham home.
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Step inside this incredible County Durham home with indoor pool, cinema and lift
A luxury Durham home featuring an indoor swimming pool, private cinema and a passenger lift serving all three floors is on the market.
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County Durham mum's plea as son with lifelong condition turns 18
County Durham mum Karen Jessop is asking people to send cards for son her Joshua, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, ahead of his 18th birthday.
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Monet masterpieces among 60 French artworks on display in County Durham
Works by France’s most celebrated artists, including Claude Monet, have gone on display in County Durham, many in the UK for the first time.
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Much-loved North East attraction's café to close temporarily for refurbishment work
Visitors to a much-loved North East attraction are being warned that its café will temporarily close next week while maintenance work is carried…
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'Frightmare on the Farm' to bring spooky fun to North East attraction
Newham Grange Farm’s Frightmare on the Farm brings Halloween thrills, jump scares, pumpkin picking and a disco after dark to Coulby Newham
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Busy County Durham car boot sale cancelled today as organisers issue update
One of County Durham's popular weekly car boot sales has been cancelled today, organisers have confirmed.
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Woman dies after crash which closed 'busy stretch' of major A-road
A woman has died after a crash between a Volkswagen and a Honda closed a "busy stretch" of the A69 in Northumberland on Saturday.
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County Durham charity and business partner for new free clothing collection service
Bishop Auckland-based Angel Trust has launched a corporate clothing collection service with Husqvarna in Newton Aycliffe, offering free collections…
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Man in rubber gloves ran from police after stealing caravan from County Durham site
A man involved in stealing a £22,000 caravan from a County Durham holiday park was caught as it was towed away the following night.
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Chester-le-Street artist's mining sculpture to raise money for charity at auction
A Chester-le-Street artist hopes her much-loved Tales on the Tyne sculpture will raise as much money as possible for charity when it goes under the…
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County Durham town honours volunteers and residents at annual awards evening
A County Durham town has celebrated the achievements of its residents, community groups and volunteers at an annual awards evening recognising…
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How a Bedlington Whippet inspired a County Durham woman's thriving dog business
Getting her first dog sparked the idea for a thriving Gainford business that is now helping hundreds of owners better understand their pets.
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Sedgefield pupils join 'ploggers' to help clean up County Durham village
Sedgefield Primary School pupils joined Sedgefield Ploggers for County Durham’s Big Autumn Clean, collecting litter and promoting community pride…
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How to become a magistrate - County Durham's longest-serving justice speaks
North East magistrate Dorothy Winter backs Government campaign urging people to apply, as ministers target 21,000 trained community volunteers by…
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£400,000 upgrade for County Durham school pools used by 600 pupils weekly
Durham County Council invests £400,000 to upgrade five school swimming pools, helping 600 pupils learn water safety and improve facilities across…
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County Durham couple open vintage children's clothing shop after demand soars
A new vintage clothing shop dedicated to children is set to open its doors in Durham tomorrow.
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Why I am investing in a safer County Durham countryside - PCC Joy Allen
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to invest in Safer Countryside initiatives so that rural communities receive the same…
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Citizens Advice urges County Durham residents to make a will this October
Citizens Advice County Durham urges residents to make a valid will this October, warning intestacy can leave unmarried partners without an…
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Motorists to face one hour diversion as road closes for BT pole work
Drivers face a 33-mile diversion when a road at Horsehouse in the Yorkshire Dales closes for two days to replace a BT telegraph pole.
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This £680k County Durham home offers a surprise mix of luxury and family space
Explore a £680,000 detached family home in Shotley Bridge, with five bedrooms, four en-suites, open-plan living, landscaped gardens and a home bar.
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Newton Aycliffe pub suddenly closed as landlords take back lease over 'dispute'
A Newton Aycliffe pub has been shut after Stonegate Pub Company took action over a lease dispute.
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County Durham theatre to stage Little Mermaid panto after Snow White success
The Roxy Theatre in Leadgate, is staging The Little Mermaid, after the 'phenomenal success' of its first Christmas pantomime, Snow White,…
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'Bully' jailed for years of abuse after choking partner and threatening to kill her
Paul Denton has been jailed for two years and six months for years of domestic abuse, violence and coercive control against his partner in County…