Darlington
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Couples would be able to leave £1m and family home exempt from inheritance tax under Tories, says Badenoch – UK politics live
Conservative leader says proposed measures would halve the number of families paying inheritance tax
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Britain needs a new direction - but returning to the EU is not the answer
LABOUR'S conference was ecstatic as Prime Minister Andy Burham's speech seemed to signal a return to Labour values.
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Marianne Faithfull sofa among many highlights of North Yorkshire antiques fair
Northern Antiques Fair returns to Leyburn, featuring a £70,000 1616 John Speed atlas, Marianne Faithfull’s sofa and rare antiques.
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County Durham driver had cocaine, cannabis and related drug in system at wheel
County Durham driver Carrie Davies banned for 14 months after admitting cocaine and cannabis drug-driving offences in Peterlee. She must complete rehabilitation.
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Major rail disruption between Darlington and York after person hit by train
Train services between Darlington and York are facing major disruption after a person was hit by a train.
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Updated: Train line between York and Newcastle reopens
There’s been major rail disruption today after the line between York and Newcastle was blocked. Services were unable to travel between the two cities due to a person being hit by a train this morning. The line has now reopened but...
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1, A167, and the A69 this morning (October 7).
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Tragedy as person dies after being hit by train between Darlington and York
A person has died after being hit by a train on the East Coast Mainline between York and Darlington
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Burnham challenged to ‘try getting here by train’ as Whitby rail links slammed
ANDY Burnham has been challenged to travel from Manchester to Whitby and back by train as councillors hit out at ‘inadequate’ public transport.
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Darlington Greek food favourite set to open new town centre restaurant
A Greek restaurant is set to open its doors in a new location in Darlington town centre, with bosses promising an "exciting" new venue for food lovers.
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Durham investigative hub saves £809,000 and frees 1,080 staff hours annually - report
A new County Durham investigative hub has saved more than £800,000 and returned thousands of policing hours to frontline duties, a report says.
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Darlington couple open first permanent cafe after six years in food van
A Darlington food van business Mighty Bite has taken a major step forward after opening its first permanent cafe to queues of customers.
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Darlington shop owner who heard crash on TikTok live feared it 'could've been fatal'
A Darlington business owner has described the terrifying moment a car crashed into her building while staff and customers were inside.
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More than 70 illegal bikes and e-scooters crushed in Darlington police crackdown
More than 70 illegal bikes and e-scooters seized from Darlington streets have been crushed in a crackdown on anti-social and criminal behaviour.
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CCTV captures moment car mounts pavement and crashes into Darlington businesses
Dramatic CCTV footage shows the moment a car crashed into a T.W.S Security and Funky Fidget shop on Borough Road in Darlington.
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Artists and market traders open first shop in County Durham
Two independent artists are celebrating the opening of their first permanent shop in Chester-le-Street today after years of selling their work at markets and events across the region.
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Burnham challenged to make 11-hour train trip from Manchester to Whitby and back
ANDY Burnham has been challenged to travel from Manchester to Whitby and back by train as councillors hit out at ‘inadequate’ public transport.
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An inquest needs to find whether Angela, and the rest of us, were properly protected
JEREMY CHIPPERFIELD, the senior coroner for Durham and Darlington, is right to hold an inquest into the death of Angela Lloyd in Newton Aycliffe on August 13 even though Patricia Hewitt pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was ordered to be detained indefinitely in hospital.
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Burnham challenged to make 11-hour train trip from Manchester to Whitby and back
ANDY Burnham has been challenged to travel from Manchester to Whitby and back by train as councillors hit out at ‘inadequate’ public transport.
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Boro legends and locals among first to try long-awaited Teesside golf club restaurant
From Boro legends to local foodies - diners are sharing first thoughts on Manjaros' new golf club restaurant.
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Police issue update after drugs raid on address in North Yorkshire coastal town
The county's force carried out the raid at an address in St Mary’s Crescent, on the east side of Whitby, on Wednesday July 15, as part of a targeted "intensification day," assisted by the Neighbourhood Support Unit and with North Yorkshire Police chief constable Tim Forber leading the operation.
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LIVE - Emergency services respond to crash between 'cars' in Darlington
A crash has caused delays on a road in Darlington with emergency services responding.
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LIVE- Darlington road cordoned off after car crashes into building
Borough Road and Brunswick Street in Darlington is currently cordoned off after a car crashed into the Funky Fidgets shop front.
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Car crashes into Darlington shop as building damaged and store forced to shut
A car crashed into the front of a popular Darlington Funky Fidget shop and T.W.S Security, leaving the building damaged and forcing the store to close.
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Government must look closer to home before inflicting more pain on businesses
WITH another budget on the way, the high streets and businesses must be wondering how much more pain can the Government inflict upon them.
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'I'm finally getting my life back' - former nurse shortlisted for beauty award
A former nurse who left the profession after struggling with stress and anxiety says being shortlisted in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards has helped prove she made the right decision.
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County Durham hotel shortlisted for one of Europe's top luxury travel awards
Headlam Hall Hotel near Darlington is celebrating after being shortlisted for one of the hospitality industry's most prestigious awards.
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Rowdy youths 'starting fires' in County Durham village as warning issued
Durham Police has issued a warning after rowdy youths 'started fires' in Pelton.
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Barnard Castle Co-op to close in weeks as as new wine retailer takes over
A Co-op store in the heart of Barnard Castle is set to close under the retailer's branding later this year after a decision was taken to sell the site.
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County Durham woman handed community order for driving while banned
County Durham woman Carrie Davies received a community order after admitting driving while disqualified in Seaham. She appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.
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North East college partnership aims to raise pupils’ aspirations
Middlesbrough College and Lingfield Education Trust launch a three-year Tees Valley partnership to boost primary pupils’ careers advice, skills and aspirations.
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Tees Valley AI traffic system wins two major awards after cutting delays
Tees Valley Traffic Digital Twin wins two 2026 awards for using AI and live data to cut congestion, reduce delays and improve journeys across Teesside.
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Darlington brothers’ graves destroyed in arson attack leaving family devastated
A Darlington family who lost two brothers weeks apart have been left heartbroken after their graves were vandalised and set alight.
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Reform UK can 'take control' of Darlington Borough Council says Robert Jenrick
Reform UK wants to take control of Darlington Borough Council and can win at next year’s local elections, Treasury spokesperson Robert Jenrick said.
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Inside the derelict church where a globally famous comedian was baptised twice
Amid the upturned tables and the boxes covered in bird poo, surrounded by scorched mattresses, burned tyres, blackened pews and melted children’s plastic toys, there is a font.
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Plans to turn student halls near Teesside college into one of region's biggest HMOs
Plans have been submitted to turn former student accommodation near Stockton Riverside College into a 229-room HMO.
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The stunning North Yorkshire fishing village packed with history and charm
Packed with history, character and spectacular views, Staithes is one of North Yorkshire's most distinctive coastal destinations.
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Four shoplifters in court over offences targeting North East businesses
Two people have been jailed after offences affecting businesses in the Greater Eston area of Middlesbrough.
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Rich history behind North East estate over 500 years old that's hosted Alan Shearer
Alan Shearer’s daughter Chloe chose a North Yorkshire country house for her wedding to rugby player Mick Young, sparking interest in the estate's history.
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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, including the A1(M), A66, A19 and trains.
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Inside historic Darlington hotel and spa put on the market for £1.25 million
A historic Darlington hotel with a luxury spa, wedding venue and conference facilities is on the market for £1.25 million.
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A1(M) LIVE - One dead after 'serious' overnight crash in Darlington
A serious multi-vehicle crash last night closed the A1(M) south of Darlington into mid-morning today. The A1(M) northbound has now reopened, with severe congestion southbound while local authorities clear an oil spillage following the collision. Follow our live blog for updates.
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Deliveroo delivery robots coming to Teesside streets in first UK rollout
Stockton has been chosen as one of the first UK locations for Deliveroo and Coco Robotics' new robot food delivery service.
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Darlington incident LIVE - Updates as 999 crews called to Skinnergate
Police and paramedics are on Skinnergate in Darlington this afternoon after an incident.
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Mr Bean legend from County Durham makes major comeback 40 years since last show
County Durham-born Mr Bean star Rowan Atkinson is returning to West End comedy with a new show featuring famous characters and sketches.
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Refurbished Tees Valley offices ease 'Grade A' workspace shortage
Refurbished Grade A offices at Westminster House, Stockton, are easing Tees Valley’s premium workspace shortage as new commercial construction stalls.
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A1(M) LIVE - Road closed overnight after 'serious' crash at Darlington
A serious multi-vehicle crash last night has closed the A1(M) south of Darlington. Follow our live blog for updates.
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Darlington care home residents fell ill after food likely caused outbreak
Food served at Darlington’s Gardens Care Home likely caused an outbreak of food poisoning, a health inspection report found.
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King Cnut, a lost wooden cross and the story of a County Durham village
TO COMMEMORATE next year’s 1,000th anniversary of the legendary King Cnut’s pilgrimage through County Durham, villagers in Trimdon – where he stopped to trim his hair and don his cloak – are raising money to recreate a landmark wooden cross that would have stood in the king’s day.
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Ann Ming receives standing ovation after powerful speech at North East Ladies Day
Ann Ming MBE shared the story of her fight for justice for murdered daughter Julie at North East Ladies Day at Hardwick Hall Hotel.