Darlington
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Diamond anniversary for Darlington couple who found love under theatre spotlight
A COUPLE, whose love first flickered under the spotlight at their local theatre, are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary today (Monday).
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North East accountancy firm wins two national workplace awards
North East accountancy firm Clive Owen LLP wins two Great Place To Work UK awards for Best Workplaces for Women and Consulting & Professional Services.
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Ex-Darlington councillor who lived 'lifetime of kindness' leaves £10k gift in will
A former Darlington councillor who would “quite literally give you the shirt off his back” has left a final gift of £10,000 to the town’s hospice.
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US bombers should leave Britain for good and take nuclear weapons with them
US B1 bombers scurrying back to their homeland from RAF Fairford brings joy to many!
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Two Northern Echo campaigns shortlisted for national awards after 'driving change'
The Northern Echo’s Darlington campaigns, Maya’s Law and the TEWV NHS scandal, are shortlisted for NMA Making a Difference awards. Vote by October 23.
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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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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.
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Couple who transported stars' luxury cars celebrate 60 remarkable years together
A COUPLE who spent their working lives transporting the cars of the rich and famous around the continent have celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary with a drive-past from members of the Teesside Yesteryear Motor Club, which is itself celebrating its 60th anniversary.
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The County Durham village hiding one of Britain's largest ancient monuments
Cockfield may look like a quiet County Durham village, but its fell is one of Britain's largest scheduled ancient monuments, with mining remains, walks and wildlife.
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Second man charged after woman 'murdered' in Darlington A1(M) crash as victim named
Second man charged over fatal A1(M) crash near Darlington on October 4, as court papers name victim Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle.
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Darlington nail tech named finalist in Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards
A Darlington nail salon specialising in builder gel and intricate nail artistry has been named a finalist in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards.
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The Yorkshire market town just two miles from the A1(M) that feels a world away
Just two miles from the A1(M), Bedale is a historic Yorkshire market town with Viking treasures, a heritage railway, independent shops and beautiful countryside.
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Baby died after hospital staff failed to spot heart monitor jam as alarm was silenced
A heartbroken mum was forced to deliver her stillborn baby after staff failed to notice a drop in heart rate because a monitoring machine was set to silent after a paper jam.
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Predatory bus driver, groomer and perverts with hauls of child abuse images jailed
A manipulative groomer, a paedophile bus driver and two offenders convicted of child sexual abuse image offences have been jailed at Durham Crown Court in recent weeks.
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What we know about separate County Durham A1(M) crash and incident which closed road
A1(M) closures remain in place after a serious crash and a separate police incident in County Durham overnight, with the northbound carriageway expected to stay shut into the afternoon.
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Meet Darlington sisters helping women with confidence at award-winning 'dream salon'
Two Darlington sisters who opened their first salon while still teenagers have spent the past 17 years building a business centred around making women feel confident.
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Stargazers treated to Northern Lights across North East - and it could return tonight
Stargazers across the North East were treated to a dazzling Northern Lights display overnight - and it could return tonight.
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Drunken man drove off in ex-partner’s car after hurling abuse at her in row
Redcar man Paul Parsons drove off in his ex-partner’s car after a childcare row and admitted common assault at Teesside Crown Court on August 8.
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PCC Joy Allen vows to tackle illegal off-road bike menace
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she is determined to tackle the menace of illegal off-road bikes which are causing harm and nuisance to communities and the countryside.
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Darlington thug who tried to bite mum's fingers off appears in the dock
Callum Crang broke his promise not to breach a restraining order protecting his mother — and is now paying the price.
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Police watchdog to probe police contact with psychotic killer before stab attack
The police watchdog has launched an independent investigation into Durham Constabulary's contact with Patricia Hewitt before she fatally stabbed Newton Aycliffe woman Angela Lloyd.
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North East daytime disco returns with hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s
Decades Day Disco Volume 3 returns to Stockton on October 10, bringing 70s, 80s and 90s hits across three rooms at KU and The Social Room, 3pm-8pm.
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Darlington pumpkin patch reopens after last-minute bid to save crop after drought
A Darlington farmer’s last-minute gamble helped save one of the region’s most popular pumpkin patches after drought threatened this year’s crop.
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County Durham driver banned again after being caught behind wheel
County Durham driver Joseph Glynn receives 200 hours’ unpaid work and a 16-month ban after driving while disqualified and uninsured in Stanley on August 31.
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Minute's applause at Sunderland game for teens killed in River Wear crash tragedy
Sunderland fans have paid tribute to three teenagers who died last week when their car plunged into the River Wear.
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North East Hair and Beauty Awards hailed 'best year yet' after hundreds attend
A salon owner who launched awards for the region's hair and beauty professionals says this year's ceremony was the best yet after attracting hundreds of guests.
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Five-star reviews pour in for family-run garden centre near Darlington
A family-run garden centre with roots stretching back more than 130 years is earning rave reviews from customers thanks to its homegrown plants, hanging baskets and old-fashioned approach to customer service.
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Why 999 crews rushed to Darlington town centre on Saturday morning
Police and ambulance crews were called to the Golden Cock pub on Tubwell Row on Saturday (October 10), after reports of a person being injured.
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Police step up patrols at Consett bus station as residents say they feel 'frightened'
Police have stepped up patrols in a County Durham town centre after residents said they felt frightened and were avoiding the bus station.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor pockets £302,000 payout after giving back Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has received £302,000 after surrendering his Royal Lodge lease, with £1.8million in repair and restoration costs also revealed.
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Shop worker caught selling counterfeit tobacco to undercover officers in sting
Mohammed Tariq Tofiq admitted four offences of selling and possessing counterfeit tobacco after a Trading Standards investigation at European Supermarket in October 2025.
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Durham Council bosses left in dark over Stack scrapping Durham development
Durham County Council was left in the dark about Stack abandoning plans for its long-delayed city venue.
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Stack scraps plans for Durham site and gives up building after years of delays
Stack has abandoned its plans to open a venue in Durham city centre, saying the decision was not "taken lightly".
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£1.4m Darlington home on Abbey Road showcases Victorian 'grandeur and charm'
Explore 41 Abbey Road, Darlington: a £1.4m Victorian and Arts and Crafts home with 4,316 sq ft, period features, landscaped gardens and detached garage.
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What is the 'add me on WhatsApp' scam as over 3,600 complaints made to regulator
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) received more than 3,600 complaints about these automated calls in September.
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Darlington residents offered chance to learn gardening skills in free course
The new 10-week Grow, Learn, Thrive gardening course in Darlington is helping people grow their skills and confidence.
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Subway announces plans that could see hundreds of new shops across UK
Subway is overhauling its restaurants with digital kiosks, an evening menu and plans to double store numbers.
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New nursery officially opens in Yarm with state-of-the-art facilities
Little Phoenix Nursery, part of Yarm School, was recently opened by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen.
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Redcar charity that began in church hall now helping 8,000 people every year
Footprints in the Community café, which began in a church hall 15 years ago, has grown into a charity helping more than 8,000 people every year.
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Bedale chef first woman in 50 years to win prestigious award
Ruth Hansom of Bedale says she's 'really proud' to be named National Chef of the Year.
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Officer at County Durham jail said inmate was 'the butter to my toast' in love letter
A female prison officer exchanged intimate messages with an inmate, telling him he was, “the butter on my toast” and “the milk in my tea”, a court heard.
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Michelin-starred North East chef finishes second in UK contest
Newcastle chef Scott John-Hodgson, of Michelin-starred Solstice and House of Tides, is runner-up in National Chef of the Year 2026, won by Ruth Hansom.
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Sad day for Darlington as 151-year-old JJ Blair & Sons stall closes
It is so sad for the Blair family, who lost Robin, the public face of the market, only a couple of months ago, and it is sad for the devoted staff – like Dave Gaskin and Christine Hanlon, to name but two – who have given so many decades to the stall and the people of Darlington.
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Durham University honorary graduate Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
A Durham University honorary graduate and former Durham Law School figure has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
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'Very intimidating' balaclavas should be banned in County Durham say residents
County Durham residents have said the council's plan to ban 'very intimidating' balaclavas would be a 'good' decision.
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Two women charged with burglary after Darlington B&M smashed overnight
Two women have been charged after an overnight burglary at a Darlington B&M. They are scheduled to appear at Peterlee Magistrates' Court.
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Man appears in court charged with murder after fatal A1(M) crash near Darlington
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a crash on the A1(M). He was remanded in custody.
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Beloved Darlington grocer's widow pays tribute to him as historic stall closes
The wife of beloved Darlington greengrocer Robin Blair has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband as the family business he devoted his life to closes after more than 150 years.
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A19 closed in North Yorkshire over welfare concerns for man as air ambulance called
A major road in North Yorkshire was temporarily closed following concerns for the welfare of a man, with police and the air ambulance called to the scene.
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Shoplifter from Darlington wanted after failing to attend sentencing for 16 offences
Darlington shoplifter Declan Bennett, 29, admits 15 thefts and threatening behaviour after targeting Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Heron Foods.