North East
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Metrocentre celebrates 40 years with 80s-themed retail awards night with Martin Kemp
Discover the winners as Metrocentre marks its 40th anniversary with retailer awards and a retro 1980s celebration.
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Woman pushed to ground by two males in attempted robbery in Darlington
Durham Police investigate an October 7 attempted robbery in Darlington after two males on bikes pushed a woman down and tried to steal her mobile phone.
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Doll's legs and massage oil among odd finds in Northumbrian Water beach clean
A month-long Northumbrian Water clean-up uncovered scratch cards, doll's legs, broken scissors, a roadworks sign and other odd items.
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Bannatyne clubs back air ambulance with North East charity week
Bannatyne Health Clubs will raise funds for Great North Air Ambulance Service during Charity Week events, October 12 to 18, across North East and Cumbria.
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North East landmarks light up to honour nearly 10,000 kinship carers
North East landmarks light up yellow for Kinship Care Week from October 5 to 11, honouring 10,000 kinship carers raising children for family and friends.
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Durham Freemasons grant brings advice closer to families facing child poverty
Durham Freemasons award £60,000 grant to Stockton Citizens Advice for Community Connectors supporting families facing child poverty in the North East.
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North East regeneration showcased at major cities conference
Newcastle and Sunderland host ATCM’s 2026 Big Cities Conference, showcasing North East regeneration, hospitality, culture and future city development.
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Mayor joins India trade mission as leaders target £170m boost for Yorkshire
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.
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North East entrepreneurs raise growth expectations for sixth consecutive quarter
North East entrepreneurs raise growth expectations for a sixth quarter, with 56 per cent creating jobs despite economic uncertainty and delayed Budget decisions.
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Durham-born property expert named Woman of the Year at national awards
North East property expert Emma Bolton, CEO of Sewell Advisory, wins Woman of the Year at the Inspiring Women in Property Awards for mentoring professionals.
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Mayor joins India trade mission as leaders target £170m boost for Yorkshire
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.
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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 9).
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North East cable company strengthens support for hospice charity
Cleveland Cable pledges £25,000 a year as Teesside Hospice’s first Pioneer Partner, funding 900 hours of specialist end-of-life care for local families each year.
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North East charity honours community champions at 25th anniversary gala
Sunderland AFC’s Foundation of Light celebrates 25 years at a gala awards night, honouring 17 winners and its impact across the North East, through football.
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Crook hairdresser's bid to cut Portugese jail term after smuggling 67kg of cannabis
A drug-smuggling County Durham hairdresser stashed more than 67kg of cannabis in his luggage in a bid to clear drug debt.
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Darlington set for new special school after government approval
Darlington’s 96-place Garden Village Free School for autistic pupils has been approved by Education Secretary Lucy Powell, doubling specialist places.
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Police trawling through CCTV to find children behind 'appalling rampage'
Cleveland Police has launched a crackdown following what officers described as an "appalling rampage" of antisocial behaviour across Hartlepool.
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Mayor joins India trade mission as leaders target £170m boost for Yorkshire
THE Mayor of York and North Yorkshire wants to secure a share of a potential £170 million annual economic boost for Yorkshire and the Humber on a visit to India.
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New Darlington Irish bar set to open this month as musicians wanted
A new Irish bar is set to open in Darlington later this month promising to “bring something fresh” to the town’s nightlife scene.
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17 new cruises from North East announced including Northern Lights adventures
Newcastle will host cruises exploring nine Northern European countries, Iceland and Norway, with a Northern Lights voyage among them.
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How a Hartlepool dancer went from Billy Elliot to Emmerdale and Strictly Come Dancing
Discover how Hartlepool-born Lewis Cope went from a teenage Billy Elliot star to Emmerdale and Strictly.
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Everything you need to know as Durham Book Festival returns with three days of events
Book lovers are set to descend on Durham this weekend as the Durham Book Festival returns with three days of events celebrating literature, creativity and debate.
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Inside fashion retailer Oliver Bonas' new store now open in Teesside Park
Oliver Bonas has opened its first Tees Valley store at Teesside Park - take a look at the new shop.
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North East care home resident, 77, publishes first book of tongue twisters
A 77-year-old North East care home resident has published his first book after a tongue-twister project revived his passion for writing.
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North East drink-driver banned from roads after being twice legal alcohol limit
Newcastle motorist Ndidi Jackson banned for 17 months after admitting drink-driving at twice the legal limit.
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North East fulfilment firm appoints agency to drive UK growth ambitions
North East logistics firm TSP Fulfilment appoints Karol Marketing Group to lead PR and communications as its UK e-commerce fulfilment business expands.
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Two women arrested after overnight burglary at Darlington B&M store
Two women have been arrested after an overnight burglary at a Darlington B&M store. They remain in custody.
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Man ‘thought he was dead’ after alleged stabbing and rape in County Durham home
Teesside Crown Court hears a man was allegedly stabbed, raped and held captive in a County Durham home, as four defendants face charges. Trial continues.
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Wave of Light service at North East crematorium to remember loss of babies
Families affected by baby loss will gather at Teesside Crematorium, Middlesbrough, for Still Parents Teesside’s Wave of Light service.
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Mayor and TVCA backing BUSINESSiQ Awards at Raby Castle
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen backs BUSINESSiQ Awards, highlighting skills investment, local jobs and growth across Teesside, Darlington and Hartlepool.
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Geordie duo launch venture to boost North East visitor economy
North Tyneside founders launch The Geordieland Experience to attract visitors beyond Newcastle United, showcasing Newcastle, the Quayside and North East businesses.
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Balaclava ban and anti-yob orders for County Durham towns to combat 'trouble'
Balaclavas could be banned and seven County Durham towns slapped with anti-yob orders as the council discusses a crack down on anti-social behaviour.
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Rishi Sunak meets residents at North Yorkshire village hall coffee morning
Rishi Sunak meets more than 40 residents from Redmire and Castle Bolton at a coffee morning, as the Richmond and Northallerton MP visits his constituency.
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Why are we importing fuel when North Sea oil and gas is still there, asks writer
We still have the equivalent of trillions of barrels of oil and gas in the North Sea.
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Healthcare heroes celebrated at Tees and North Yorkshire awards
University Hospitals Tees honours NHS staff across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire at its Caring Better Together Awards, celebrating dedication and excellence.
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Newton Aycliffe man stole crates of drinks from post office on consecutive days
Newton Aycliffe man Scott Coates must pay £75 compensation after stealing Coke and energy drinks from Silverdale Post Office, Peterlee Magistrates’ Court heard.
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Northumbrian Water backs Future Leaders programme in North East
Northumbrian Water Group backs the North East Chamber’s Future Leaders Programme with Gateshead College, developing skills and confidence in rising talent.
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Balaclava-clad intruder caught on CCTV as community centre trashed in break-in
A much-loved community centre has appealed for help from residents after a break-in left parts of the building damaged and forced it to close.
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Analysis: Kemi Badenoch chooses to take fight to Reform from Conservative conference
Kemi Badenoch is hoping that a message about economic competence can lure back in some former Tory supporters who moved to Reform.
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‘Another nail in the coffin’ - Fury as Bishop Auckland Hospital ward faces closure
Plans to close Bishop Auckland Hospital’s frailty ward and move services to Darlington have sparked anger from councillors, residents and the GMB union.
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Finance leaders unite in North East to build 'stronger, more resilient communities'
UNEP FI’s first UK & Ireland Community of Practice event in Newcastle explored collaboration on finance, warmer homes, energy transition and resilient communities.
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Hartlepool riot defendant’s sentencing delayed as he seeks new lawyer
Cieran Anderson's sentencing for Hartlepool riot offences has been adjourned to November 18 at Teesside Crown Court; he remains on unconditional bail.
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Kemi Badenoch rejects Reform deal as Conservatives return to traditional ground
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County Durham pet crematorium where animals get 'love, dignity and respect' reopens
A pet crematorium has reopened in Annfield Plain after an eight-month closure.
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Cold front: Met Office predicts North East temperatures could plunge to 3C tonight
North East temperatures are set to plunge to 3C overnight, with rural frost possible as skies clear across the region.
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Extra tickets released for County Durham pumpkin patch after opening weekend success
Extra tickets have been released for one of County Durham's most popular autumn attractions after organisers revealed their fields are still packed with pumpkins.
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Tents go up for huge country music festival bringing taste of Nashville to North East
Ruby Rae's XL will bring six tribute acts, line dancing and Nashville-style entertainment to Newcastle's Times Square.
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Jailed former North East police officer accused of sending sexual video while on duty
A former Northumbria police officer convicted of controlling or coercive behaviour faces a misconduct hearing over claims he sent a sexual video while on duty.
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North East RNLI crew star on BBC Two tonight racing to return husband to worried wife
A North East lifeboat crew races to save a paddleboarder in a dramatic rescue featured on BBC Two tonight.
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Tees Valley bids for £1.3bn transport overhaul as town centres set for £24m boost
Town centres across Tees Valley could receive a major transport boost under plans worth more than £1.3 billion that have been submitted to the Government.