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Further arrest in A1(M) crash murder investigation
A 52-year-old woman is arrested in connection with the crash in which 22-year-old Elena Chiriac died.
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Woman arrested as part of North Yorkshire motorway murder investigation
Murder detectives investigating the death of a woman after a crash on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire have made another arrest. A 52-year-old woman from Newcastle has been arrested on suspicion of encouraging or assisting the commission of an...
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Here's why the police helicopter was spotted over this North East town last night
A police helicopter was deployed over the Eston and Normanby area last night as officers searched for a high-risk missing person.
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Woman, 52, arrested in murder investigation following fatal A1(M) crash
A 52-year-old woman has become the latest person to be arrested in connection with a fatal crash on the A1(M) which left a 22-year-old woman dead and a man facing a murder charge.
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'Byker Grove meets Scream' horror film set for regional premiere in County Durham
North East-made horror film The Brook, dubbed “Byker Grove meets Scream”, premieres at Gala Durham, County Durham, followed by a Q&A.
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The historic UK buildings set to receive £41m in government funding for restoration
A total of 74 sites ‘at the heart’ of communities will receive funding from the government for repairs and renovations
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New Lidl store coming to County Durham edges closer as work starts on old bus site
A new Lidl supermarket in Stanley has moved closer to opening as fit-out works begin on the former Go North East bus depot site on Chester Road.
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Third person arrested after woman 'murdered' in North Yorkshire A1(M) crash
A third person has been arrested in connection with an incident that took place on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire earlier this month.
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Train lines near York blocked due to safety issue - delays on key routes
Train lines have been blocked following an incident close to York.
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Train lines near York blocked due to safety issue - delays on key routes
Train lines have been blocked following an incident close to York.
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Woman Arrested Following Fatal A1 Collision Near Barton
A 52-year-old woman from Newcastle has been arrested in connection with a fatal collision on the A1(M) near Barton in which a 22-year-old woman died.
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Third person arrested after woman 'murdered' in North Yorkshire A1(M) crash
A third person has been arrested in connection with an incident that took place on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire earlier this month.
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Full list of historic UK buildings to receive major government funding
A total of 74 sites ‘at the heart’ of communities will receive funding from the government for repairs and renovations
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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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Waiting restrictions introduced on North East city road - public notice
A temporary waiting ban has been announced on a busy Newcastle road, according to a public notice.
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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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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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Doncaster passengers advised to plan ahead over festive period due to Christmas rail works
Passengers are advised to plan ahead this Christmas while a significant programme of railway upgrades is carried out causing travel disruption through Doncaster.
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The UK's lowest-rated bank has been revealed – with queues the biggest complaint
A study of 849 UK bank branches found more than one in five had Google ratings below three stars. See which branches scored lowest and what customers liked best
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Woman who stabbed Shildon man twice in the stomach walks free from court
Laura Thompson, 38, avoided immediate jail after stabbing a man twice in Shildon. Teesside Crown Court suspended her 16-month sentence.
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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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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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Steak restaurant chain announces major change to planned North Yorkshire venue
Tomahawk Steakhouse changes Harrogate plans, unveiling NIPO, a Japanese-Brazilian restaurant concept, at the former Piccolino’s site.
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Newcastle Christmas Market vendors revealed: 70 'must-visit' festive stalls for 2026
Christmas shoppers can now start planning their visit to Newcastle's Christmas Market after the full list of 70 traders heading to the city has been unveiled.
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Popular independent fashion retailer delights fans with first North East shop tease
Popular fashion brand Lucy & Yak is set to open its first physical store in the North East, delighting shoppers across the region.
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Bigger isn't better: why North Yorkshire needs its own police force
By Philip Allott, former North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
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Scottish chippy institution expands into England with new opening
A famous Scottish fish and chip chain is expanding into England following a £1.5 million investment.
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Ex Frankie and Benny's to become award-winning Indian restaurant in Sunderland
Award-winning My Delhi will take over the former Frankie and Benny's site in Sunderland, aiming to open in early 2027.
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Father and daughter to tackle 29,031ft Everest climb in North East shopping centre
Georgia Sybenga and dad David Fairlamb will take on an Everest-height challenge inside Newcastle's Eldon Square.
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Mystery of brilliant Bishop Auckland schoolgirl who vanished is solved 140 years on
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CrossCountry to add eight Voyager trains and 60,000 seats a week
CrossCountry will add eight Voyager trains from early 2027, creating more seats, reducing crowding and improving reliability on routes across Great Britain.
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Man charged in connection with his sister's death in A1(M) crash
A man charged with encouraging a second man to kill his sister has been remanded in custody in York.
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Woman, 22, who died in A1(M) crash named as man charged with murder
A 22-year-old woman who died following a crash on the A1(M) has been named by police, as two men face charges in connection with the incident.
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Victim named as second man charged in North Yorkshire murder investigation
The woman at the centre of a North Yorkshire murder investigation was named by police today (Monday). Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle died after a two-vehicle collision on the A1(M) near Barton on Sunday 4 October. A North Yorkshire...
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Woman named in A(1M) murder crash investigation
Police say Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle, died when two vehicles crashed on 4 October.
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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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North East soap star's remarkable career from Byker Grove to Emmerdale
From coalfield dramas to Emmerdale stardom, Charlie Hardwick has built a career spanning more than four decades with the North East at its heart.
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North East X-Factor winner returning to Teesside amid rumours of stage comeback
North East X-Factor winner Joe McElderry will perform in Billingham this week as part of his latest tour.
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Man charged in connection with his sister's death in A1(M) crash
A man charged with encouraging a second man to kill his sister has been remanded in custody in York.
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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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CrossCountry to add eight Voyager trains and 60,000 seats a week
CrossCountry will add eight Voyager trains from early 2027, creating more seats, reducing crowding and improving reliability on routes across Great Britain.
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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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New passport rules implemented for all passengers at major UK airport
Passengers arriving at Gatwick Airport can now pass through eGates without showing their passports under new rules.
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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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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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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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Total fire ban for Sydney, with 37C temperatures and risk of bushfires from ‘dry lightning’
Thunderstorms coupled with hot and dry conditions mean ‘fire danger is going to be right up today’, Rural Fire Service says
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Brave eventer Holly Richardson jumps back in the saddle
Just to compete in the Defender Burghley Horse Trials was an amazing achievement for injured three-day eventer Holly Richardson. But to come so close to a podium finish with 15.2hh Irish Sports Horse Ballyneety Silver Service would have made it an even more extraordinary feat for the Richmond-based rider, as many of the world’s leading eventers were in the international field.
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Durham Jazz Festival to close with King Pleasure and Olivia Cuttill double bill
British swing stars King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys and rising jazz talent Olivia Cuttill will close County Durham’s new festival in style.
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County Durham mum found unresponsive beside road took own life, coroner rules
A woman found dead at the side of a County Durham road had taken a large quantity of drugs, an inquest heard.