County Durham
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'New chapter' at luxury County Durham hotel with fresh restaurant and menu
The Manor House Hotel and Spa in West Auckland has launched Restaurant 1429, unveiling a new name and contemporary menu as part of the next chapter for its dining experience.
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43 PICTURES: Remarkable moment ancient cauldron is lifted from depths of River Wear
A remarkable archaeological operation on the River Wear has successfully brought a potentially centuries-old cauldron back to the surface.
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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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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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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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County Durham writer backs stricter fireworks controls to protect communities and pets
UK Government fireworks consultation proposes stricter controls, limiting louder fireworks to professionals, curbing anti-social behaviour and protecting public safety.
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Durham Freemasons donate £25,000 for children's specialist hydrotherapy sessions
Durham Freemasons donate £25,000 to County Durham charity Heel and Toe, funding specialist hydrotherapy for children with disabilities and complex needs.
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County Durham driver caught behind wheel while banned and uninsured
Terry Norton, 37, of Shotton Colliery fined £120 and given six points after admitting driving while banned and uninsured.
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Frankland inmate squirted officer with cocktail of urine and poo in 'potting' attack
An inmate squirted a mix of urine and faeces at a prison officer escorting another prisoner in a jail’s segregation unit at HMP Frankland
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Darlington Pop Idol star Zoe Birkett 25 years on - from Big Brother to Take That
More than two decades after wowing audiences on the first series of Pop Idol, Consett's Zoe Birkett has built a successful career on the West End stage and remains a familiar face in British entertainment.
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Crooked Crook accountant splashed out on holidays and Aston Martin in £3.3m tax fraud
A disgraced County Durham businessman who had offices across the North East pocketed more than £3m through his tax fraud crimes - splashing out on luxury holidays and an Aston Martin
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'Much-loved mam' and carer from Newton Aycliffe died after collapsing in public
A "much-loved mam" and carer from Newton Aycliffe died after collapsing in public from multiple organ failure, an inquest heard.
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Man travels 4,000 miles to belt out throat song to locals at County Durham waterfall
World-renowned Mongolian throat singer Batzorig Vaanchig has showcased his unique vocals beside the River Tees at High Force waterfall, one of County Durham's most famous landmarks.
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Emergency crews called to battle blaze at derelict County Durham building
Firefighters extinguished a blaze that broke out in a derelict building nearby a County Durham shopping centre.
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Delight as County Durham restaurant with 'world's best lasagne' reopening in hours
Popular Italian restaurant Antico Birtley is set to reopen this week after months of closure, with delighted diners welcoming the return of the Chester-Le-Street favourite.
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Campaigner questions release of Star Hobson's mum six years into 12-year sentence
A County Durham safeguarding campaigner has questioned why a mum who allowed the death of her daughter has been released from jail, just six years into a 12-year sentence.
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Police issue update on Kinninvie crossroads crash as woman remains in hospital
A woman remains in hospital after a serious crash at the notorious Kinninvie Crossroads, police have confirmed.
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Police collided with banned driver's car as he was about to go wrong way down A1
A banned driver was involved in a dangerous late night police pursuit on the outskirts of Darlington which was only brought to a halt when an officer collided into his car.
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650-tonne crane hoists new bridge into place on Stockton and Darlington Railway trail
A ]crane hoisted the new Gaunless Bridge into place in County Durham as a historic part of the Stockton and Darlington Railway is reinstated.
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Newton Aycliffe residents woke to screaming and sound ‘like an explosion’ after arson
Residents living near a Newton Aycliffe house which was engulfed in flames in the early hours of this morning have described hearing a noise "like an explosion" and waking to the sound of screaming.
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County Durham man ordered to pay police officers compensation after assaulting them
Ricky Milner of Murton admitted assaulting two police officers in Seaham.
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Darlington MP says women need more help to tackle violence amid national 'epidemic'
Darlington women and girls need more help to tackle violence, the town's MP has warned, as police figures reveal thousands of sexual offences across the region.
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Man arrested after brothers’ graves set alight in Darlington released on bail
A man arrested on suspicion of arson after the graves of two brothers were set alight at a Darlington cemetery has been released on bail.
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Police search underway for County Durham man wanted on prison recall
Police are searching for a County Durham man who is wanted on prison recall.
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County Durham driver banned for three years after testing positive for cannabis
County Durham driver Daniel Kirby banned for three years after cannabis-driving on A689 at Rushyford
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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.
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Shoplifter who stole razors and toothbrushes ordered to repay County Durham store
A shoplifter must repay more than £190 after stealing electric razors and toothbrushes from an Asda store in County Durham.
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Chilton man found dead in his garden days before Christmas 'after taking cocaine'
A County Durham man was found dead in his back garden, an inquest heard.
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Best cosy autumnal walks around the North East from lakeside strolls to valley views
From colourful woodland trails and historic parkland to lakeside strolls and spectacular valley views, the North East is home to some of the country's best autumn walks.
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Family pays tribute to ‘bright young man’ killed by tiger at Yorkshire wildlife park
The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park, have described the 23-year-old as a “bright, warm and engaging young man”.
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Cheap North East houses on sale for less than £10,000 each - see where
From a £9,000 terrace to a £10,000 two-bedroom home, see three North East houses heading to auction.
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Tom Fletcher's Little Monster show to bring magical adventure to County Durham
Tom Fletcher’s There’s a Monster in Your Show comes to Gala Durham from October 28 to 30, bringing interactive family theatre to County Durham.
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County Durham's Kynren joins Disneyland Paris as one of Europe's top family parks
Kynren – The Storied Lands in Bishop Auckland has been named a Top New Attraction at the Parksmania Awards, joining Disneyland Paris among winners of the prestigious European tourism honours.
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'My breast turned black after reconstruction but I was told by NHS staff it was fine'
A County Durham mum said her reconstructed breast turned black and began to smell four days after NHS staff reassured her it was fine.
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See inside Mainsgill's magnificent Christmas display visitors are calling 'best yet'
From traditional festive reds and golds to chocolate-inspired displays and a farm-themed Christmas experience, Mainsgill Farmshop on the A66 in North Yorkshire has once again transformed into a festive wonderland.
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Driver in stolen Audi led police on chase before crashing into them in West Auckland
Connor Head jailed for 15 months after crashing a stolen Audi RS4 into a police car during a pursuit in County Durham on September 5 last year.
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Why this village fish and chip shop has become one of County Durham's favourites
Discover why visitors are making the trip to Middleton in Teesdale Fish & Chip Shop, the award-winning village chippy near High Force that has earned praise for its traditional fish and chips, homemade pies and warm welcome.
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Battle-scarred flag from Trafalgar to go on show in North East 221 years on
Today's Object of the Week is a battered survivor of one of Britain's most famous battles, with a remarkable story stitched deep into the history of the North East.
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Pictures show damage to home on Kinninvie crossroads hit yet again
A house near Barnard Castle has been damaged for the second time in just over three years after a car crashed into it on Tuesday (October 13).
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Britain's Got Talent winner's rise to fame from County Durham town to big screen
How has Lee Ridley has gone from local journalist to one of Britain’s favourite comedians? His story is one driven by determination, humour and North East pride.
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County Durham biker, 52, dies in crash with car in South Wales
A 52-year-old man from County Durham has died after a crash involving a motorbike and a car in South Wales.
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Dobbies garden centre early festivities with Christmas event in Teesside this week
Dobbies Stockton is giving shoppers an early taste of Christmas with a festive preview evening, seasonal ranges, offers and entertainment.
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Prisoners freed from 'tough' HMP Durham punch air as they hail early release scheme
Prisoners punched the air and cheered as the Government's second early-release phase began today.
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Person airlifted to hospital after two-car crash at notorious Kinninvie crossroads
A person has been airlifted to hospital after a serious crash at the Kinninvie Crossroads near Barnard Castle.
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Newton Aycliffe dad known as ‘brilliant footballer’ took his own life, inquest hears
A ‘much-loved’ County Durham dad who was known locally as a ‘brilliant footballer’ took his own life, an inquest heard.
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Nearly 69,000 want maternity pay changed – now the Government has responded
The Government has responded to a petition signed by 68,598 people calling for higher maternity pay. Here's what ministers said.
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North East's Harry Potter filming locations still attracting fans 25 years on
For many North East Harry Potter fans, a trip to Hogwarts is much closer to home than they might think.
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Signs appear at old Middlesbrough Next store as new fashion retailer to move in
Middlesbrough's former Next building could soon welcome shoppers again, after new signs appeared in the windows advertising for staff at Fashion House.
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Darlington charity warns ‘poverty fatigue’ is causing funding shortfall
Darlington charity First Stop warns ‘poverty fatigue’ is hitting donations as rough sleeping persists ahead of the CEO Sleepout at Mowden Park on November 19.
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Paedophile who abused teen decades ago dies in North East jail months into sentence
A sex offender jailed for 19 years for abusing a child has died in HMP Holme House prison.