County Durham
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'This incident will not define us' - garden centre speaks out after £3,000 theft
The director of a popular County Durham garden centre says staff were left upset and questioning whether they could have done more after thieves stole more than £3,000 worth of stock in just 20 minutes.
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Second arrest made as probe into North East waste sites continues
Second man arrested over illegal waste dumps is questioned over illegal activity at a site in Callerton, near Newcastle Airport
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A new chapter in the amazing Story of County Durham
County Durham's foundations are helping to drive a new era of innovation, growth and global recognition.
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Tree surgeon in court after reversing into electrical box outside Durham station
A tree surgeon clipped a pillar while turning his car around outside Durham Railway Station, a court heard.
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County Durham dad defies doctors' odds three years after terminal cancer diagnosis
A Sedgefield dad with terminal cancer has defied the odds to celebrate his birthday three years after doctors expected him to die.
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Tragedy as retired County Durham couple die in campervan blaze on holiday in France
A County Durham couple died after a fire broke out in their campervan while they were on holiday in France, an inquest heard.
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Two charged over stab attacks and another two arrested after 'targeted violence'
Two teenagers have been charged in connection with stab attacks in Thornaby as two others are arrested over “targeted disorder and violence".
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Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at castle ceremony
Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at Durham Castle for aviation history, young people, cancer support and Chester-le-Street community.
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Have your say on future of North East city's public behaviour rules
Sunderland residents are invited to comment on renewing the Public Spaces Protection Order tackling anti-social behaviour and environmental offences by November 15, 2026.
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Hundreds of new homes take shape as £43.6m Bishop Auckland scheme nears milestone
Avant Homes releases final first-phase homes at £43.6m Westward Green in Willington near Bishop Auckland, priced from £155,000 with buyer incentives available.
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Bishop Auckland pub named after Grand National winner goes on market for £250,000
A County Durham pub which recently closed and saw its landlords step down after just a year is now on the market for £250,000.
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Man charged after message appears to mock A66 tragedy at Boro Wolves clash
A man has been charged after footage emerged of a Wolves fan appearing to make light of the A66 crash tragedy at a Middlesbrough match.
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County Durham biker who died in race crash 'had seconds to avoid bike left on track'
A County Durham motorcyclist who "lived and breathed racing" and was described as a "gentleman racer" on the bike circuit had seconds to avoid a fatal crash.
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Plans for three separate Durham city HMOs to be discussed by councillors
Three new HMOs in Durham could be approved at a Durham County Council planning meeting despite objections from neighbours.
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North Yorkshire village school praised by Ofsted weeks after new headteacher starts
Appleton Wiske Community Primary School celebrates a glowing Ofsted report, praising attendance, behaviour and pupil wellbeing under new head Joe Larder.
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Amanda Owen's daughter Nancy shows different direction to farming at Ravenseat
Amanda Owen's daughter Nancy is preparing for a ballet exam as Our Farm Next Door reveals another side to growing up at Ravenseat.
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Only a public inquiry can give women the answers they deserve over breast care
The latest revelations over breast cancer services at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust should chill every patient who ever placed their faith in that organisation.
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Cosy County Durham hotel opens cottage retreat with hot tub after six-figure makeover
Bowburn Hall Hotel has transformed former staff quarters into luxury cottage suites, complete with a hot tub, sauna and accommodation for up to eight guests.
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Kitten weighing less than bar of soap makes remarkable recovery after being abandoned
Wallace weighed just 115g when he was found abandoned in County Durham, but the tiny kitten is now thriving thanks to Cats Protection Teesside.
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County Durham chippy that's built a loyal North East following thanks to two brothers
Grandpa's Fish Bar has become one of County Durham's biggest food success stories, earning national awards and building a loyal following.
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Family release picture of County Durham dad who died after car flipped in A1(M) crash
Keith Royal, 41, from Sedgefield, has been named as the driver who died after an Audi overturned on the A1(M).
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Former Darlington nurse struck off after medication errors put patients at risk
A nurse has been struck off after repeated medication errors put vulnerable patients at risk - and she failed to show enough improvement despite years of regulatory action.
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Man arrested after Wolves fan appears to make light of A66 crash tragedy at Boro game
A man has been arrested after an incident at a Middlesbrough match where a Wolves fan appeared to make light of the A66 crash tragedy.
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Artist brightens up County Durham town and 'makes people smile' with bold murals
A County Durham artist who began painting over abusive graffiti to "make people smile" has become a popular figure in his community, with residents taking part in free art hunts and seeking out his colourful murals across the town.
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Viral American vows to open parmo shop after trying Teesside treat miles from home
A food influencer who tried a parmo in Teesside has sparked a wave of recommendations from North East food lovers.
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Grindr attempted murderer who wrote chilling 'murder plan' dies in County Durham jail
A convicted attempted murderer who planned to kill a man he met on a dating app has died in a Barnard Castle prison.
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Derelict County Durham pub to get new lease of life with underage clientele
A former Chester-le-Street pub which has stood empty for years is set to be transformed into a children's nursery, in a move which could create 30 jobs.
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Teenagers who died in River Wear car plunge drowned, inquest hears
The cause of death for two teenagers who died with one other when a car went into the River Wear was “consistent with drowning”, an inquest was told.
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Welfare concerns as woman taken to hospital after A1(M) closure in County Durham
A woman in her 20s was taken to hospital after police were called to the A1(M) at Carrville over concerns for her welfare on Sunday morning (October 11).
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Lord Botham joins 200 protesters to march against giant wind farm plans
Cricket legend Lord Ian Botham joined around 200 protesters on a march across Barningham Moor as campaigners stepped up their fight against plans for a huge wind farm.
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Probe launched after viral incident involving man and girl on County Durham bus
An investigation has been launched after an incident on a bus from Newcastle to Stanley on Saturday night.
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Fans resurface Celebrity Traitors star's relationship drama with Rowan Atkinson
Fans of Celebrity Traitors star James Acaster have revisited his unusual relationship history after clips resurfaced of him joking that he was “left for” County Durham-born actor Rowan Atkinson.
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Teen who killed 'loveliest' dad in County Durham crash told to expect prison sentence
A teenager who killed the “loveliest” dad in a County Durham crash has been told to “come ready to go to prison”.
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Teenager who died with two others in River Wear car plunge drowned, inquest told
The cause of death for a teenager who died with two others when a car went into the River Wear was “consistent with drowning”, an inquest has been told.
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Anti-yob order to 'disrupt violence' after stab attacks and home rammings
An anti-yob order to “disrupt violent behaviour" is set to come into force after a stab attack and “targeted” home rammings.
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Police officer 'shared information with suspect's relative on boozy night in bar'
PC Henry faces a gross misconduct hearing after being accused of leaking information and socialising with the relative of a suspect in an ongoing investigation.
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Plans to build 'visually intrusive' home near County Durham community centre refused
Plans for a new home on the edge of Crookhall have been rejected amid concerns it would be a "visually intrusive" encroachment into the countryside.
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Homes by Esh secures approval for 230 homes at Darlington garden village
Homes by Esh secures approval for 230 new homes at Burtree Garden Village in Darlington, including EV charging, green spaces and biodiversity enhancements.
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Alcoholic left neighbour terrified when she woke at 2am to him smashing her window
Middlesbrough alcoholic jailed for smashing window and intimidating a witness.
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Scandal-hit NHS trust has no record of ‘mystery’ surgeon linked to woman's operation
A 'mystery' surgeon operated on a breast cancer patient at a scandal-hit trust and ran a private clinic inside hospital grounds - but bosses have no record of him or the firm.
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Tragedy as man dies as Audi overturns in late-night crash on A1(M) in County Durham
A man in his 40s has died after his Audi left the A1(M) between Bowburn and Carrville, struck a barrier and overturned.
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North East dentist wins regional NHS award after 25 years of patient care
Middlesbrough NHS dentist Ushmita Johar wins regional SAS Dentist of the Year award for patient care, oral surgery expertise and training junior clinicians.
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Shildon training company reaches major milestone with 1,000 five-star reviews
A Shildon first aid training company is celebrating after reaching 1,000 five-star reviews and marking 17 years in business. Help! First Aid Training, which now trains more than 2,500 learners a year, thanked customers and staff for their support.
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Six jailed at Teesside Crown Court including for car theft and group attack
Teesside court roundup: offenders jailed over Stockton club attack, Middlesbrough domestic abuse order breach, police assaults, car theft and criminal damage.
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55 jobs lost as UK engineering company enters administration after 20 years
Automotive engineering company Pneuride ceased trading in September and has now entered administration, resulting in the loss of around 55 jobs.
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North East woman left 'terrified' after scam roofers demanded £3.5k on her doorstep
A North East woman has told how she was left terrified after men posing as roofers demanded thousands of pounds for work she says was never carried out.
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Amanda Owen and children visit County Durham attraction for filming of TV show
Amanda Owen and her children visit Beamish Museum in County Durham as they seek inspiration for their new home in the next episode of Our Farm Next Door.
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One taken to hospital after morning crash on County Durham B-road
One person was taken to hospital after a crash on the B1432 in Hawthorn, Seaham.
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Teen who killed much-loved dad in County Durham crash to be sentenced today
A teenager who killed a much-loved dad in a County Durham crash is set to be sentenced today (October 12).
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Spice-smoking inmate started fire in HMP Durham cell as while 'pad-mate' slept
An inmate started a fire in his prison cell while his cellmate slept, a court heard.