North East
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Middlesbrough school adopts lockable pouches in move towards phone-free education
Outwood Academy Normanby has partnered with Yondr to introduce lockable pouches designed to reduce smartphone use in school.
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North East autism and eating disorder pathway hailed as national best practice
A Teesside NHS pathway supporting autistic young people with eating disorders is hailed by Beat as national best practice, tailoring care and…
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Tees Valley launches five-year strategy to attract global investment and create jobs
Tees Valley launches a 2026-2031 inward investment strategy targeting global markets to create jobs and growth in clean energy, manufacturing and…
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Dogs allowed back on North East beaches as summer restrictions are lifted
Dog walkers in County Durham can once again enjoy unrestricted access to one of the region's most popular beaches after seasonal bans came to…
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North East fish and chip shop hits market as owner steps down after ten years
Portrack Fish & Chip Shop has been put up for sale after serving customers in Stockton for 10 years.
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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,…
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Teesside cancer crafting group celebrates 10 years of laughter and companionship
The University Hospital of North Tees craft and chat group marks a decade of helping people affected by cancer through support and friendship.
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North East fashion talent takes centre stage at market catwalk show
Newcastle fashion talent took over Grainger Market on September 26 as Lamin Gibba headlined Fashion Britain, showcasing Future Heritage designs by…
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Residents forced to shut windows as 'disgusting' stench returns to Newton Aycliffe
Frustrated residents say a "vomit inducing" stench has once again returned to Newton Aycliffe, with some claiming they have been forced to…
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North East manufacturers gain aerospace boost through new partnership
A North East engineering network has teamed up with a leading aerospace alliance to open new opportunities for manufacturers across the region.
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700-body mortuary gets go ahead in York amid 'decomposition' fears
Plans for a mortuary housing up to 700 bodies in York have been approved.
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Sections of A182 to close for four months for pipe works - public notice
A182 Washington Highway in Sunderland closes from October 12 for pipe works at Mount Pleasant, with diversions in place and disruption expected for…
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700-body mortuary gets go ahead in York amid 'decomposition' fears
Plans for a mortuary housing up to 700 bodies in York have been approved.
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Parents have 'total peace of mind' at Sunderland nursery where 'children thrive'
Little Pioneers in Hetton is 'delighted' after inspectors praised its teaching, care and support for children's development.
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Darlington family firm opens to public after 33 years of corporate gifting
Darlington family firm Simply Thank You launches Simply Gifting, offering UK customers hampers, flowers, wine and gift cards after 33 years in…
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North Yorkshire artists open studios to visitors for a winter weekend event
Winter Open Studios returns across North Yorkshire, with artists’ studios, makers and Christmas gifts open to visitors
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Darlington OAP who fell down stairs lay alone for hours after emergency button failed
A Darlington man lay on the floor overnight after falling down the stairs when his council emergency alarm failed to connect him to the service.
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136-year-old garden centre hailed by customers with near-perfect reviews
A family-run garden centre with roots stretching back to the 19th century is winning praise from customers, earning an impressive 4.7-star rating…
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Disturbing footage shows Darlington man repeatedly kicking elderly dog before ban
David Allan Young has been handed a two-year ban after being filmed repeatedly kicking and dragging his 19-year-old dog Milo.
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British jeweller celebrates 25 years of Teesside store with £50 giveaway
F.Hinds is marking 25 years in Wellington Square with anniversary celebrations, including a draw to win a £50 gift card.
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County Durham crafts hub announces closure with ‘heavy hearts’ after four decades
A much-loved Teesdale craft shop is set to close after 40 years in business, with members saying the difficult decision has been made with…
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The County Durham actress who went from The Bill to House of the Dragon
Rebecca Calder was born in Consett and has gone on to star in House of the Dragon, The Conjuring and a string of major film and TV productions.
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County Durham food truck named after premature daughter eyes national takeaway title
A County Durham food truck named after its owners' daughter is preparing for the biggest night in its history as it bids to be crowned National…
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The Durham girl from a 'cursed' family who became the greatest love poet
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
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Yorkshire rail route named worst in UK for thieves, and trespassing
A Yorkshire train route has been named as the worst in the UK for trespassing incidents - after rail bosses said thieves and vandals caused nearly five months of delays to passengers last year.
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Halloween: Where to find ghost walks, scares and spooky fun in the North East
From ghost walks and haunted castles to scream parks and spooky trails, here are 15 North East Halloween events to add to your 2026 bucket list.
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Mortuary described as a 'undignified industrial facility' gets approval from York planners
PLANS for a mortuary housing up to 700 bodies in York have been approved. Pure Cremation’s application is set to see a former mobile network switching centre in Nether Poppleton’s Business Park converted to house its main facility for the...
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North East village brought together by colourful first scarecrow competition
Hilton near Yarm hosts its first scarecrow competition, bringing villagers together with colourful creations and community fun.
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Darlington care residents enjoy colourful inclusion festival in Leicester
Care service at Hollyhurst in Darlington joined 320 people at Cygnet Social Care’s Sensory Festival in Leicester, celebrating inclusion, wellbeing…
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One-off Peter Rabbit artwork to raise funds for North East hospice
One-off Emma Bridgewater Peter Rabbit sculpture to be auctioned in Newcastle, raising funds for St Oswald’s Hospice after Tales on the Tyne.
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How to adopt a hedgehog or owl to help protect North East wildlife
Northumberland Wildlife Trust relaunches hedgehog and owl adoptions, offering gifts that fund conservation and nature reserves across the North East.
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Eston Precinct reaches significant milestone with external work complete
Eston Precinct reaches milestone as Esh Construction completes external brickwork, with seven new shops and services planned for Redcar and…
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Fore! North East golfers drive up £3,500 for youth charity
NE Youth charity raises £3,500 at its Corporate Golf Day at Ramside Hall, Durham, as 68 North East golfers support disadvantaged young people.
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Major demolition milestone as last section of huge North East flyover brought down
Gateshead's 1960s flyover has been fully dismantled after six months, with 30,000 tonnes of concrete and steel removed.
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Aycliffe girl who lost racer dad wins boxer's family grant to help grieving children
The Ricky Hatton Foundation is supporting author Daisy Blu Mathison, 10, for her work supporting other bereaved children after losing her father…
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Doctor Who star Samuel Anderson to headline North East comic convention
Doctor Who star Samuel Anderson headlines Teesside Unleashed Comic-Con in Middlesbrough, with cosplay, gaming and celebrity guests.
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Greggs to close County Durham factory in plans putting 740 jobs at risk
Greggs is to shut its Seaham factory as part of a major manufacturing shake-up which will put around 740 jobs at risk.
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New Hartlepool festival to celebrate writers, readers and poetry
Hartlepool Headland Literature Festival launches on October 3, bringing authors, poets and readers together for talks, workshops, signings and…
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New Hartlepool festival to celebrate writers, readers and poetry
Hartlepool Headland Literature Festival launches on October 3, bringing authors, poets and readers together for talks, workshops, signings and…
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City in the North East named one of the most affordable places to buy a property
Sunderland has been named one of the most affordable places to buy a property in the UK.
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How to find your share of £557m as true scale of lost bank accounts revealed
More than £557m has entered the Dormant Assets Scheme since 2022, while £97m in Premium Bond prizes remains unclaimed. Here's how to check.
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Echo Impact campaign takes fight to heart of Government
Impact - run by the Echo’s business operation BUSINESSiQ – is to work in partnership with Stephenson-Mohl, the region’s leading Public Affairs…
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Inside the £1.1m County Durham mansion beside a castle with 1,000 years of history
A remarkable Georgian mansion has gone on the market in one of County Durham's most sought-after villages, steeped in more than 1,000 years of…
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A66 link to A19 southbound to close for weekend bridge repairs - public notice
A66 eastbound-to-A19 southbound link near Stockton Road Interchange closes October 23-26 for National Highways bridge repairs and signed diversions.
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North East care home residents stitch quilt celebrating life stories
Hazelgrove Court residents in Saltburn, stitch a memory quilt for Arts in Care Homes, celebrating stories, friendships and community links.
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High Court clears way for 600,000-tree forest in County Durham
High Court clears Greencroft Forest Park near Lanchester, County Durham, paving the way for 600,000 trees across 300 hectares for local people.
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From Teesside to Hogwarts - The town that shaped 'clever and funny' Harry Potter star
From Thornaby to Hogwarts, discover the life and career of Richard Griffiths, the acclaimed actor behind Harry Potter's Uncle Vernon Dursley.
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North East footpath and cycleway to close for antenna works - public notice
Durham Road footpath and cycleway in Birtley, Gateshead, will close on September 29 for antenna installation, with a signed diversion in place…
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Maya Chappell's family renew heartfelt plea to PM four years after her death
The family of murdered toddler Maya Chappell have issued an impassioned plea to the Government to "save our children" as they mark four…
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Tragedy as body found in search for missing 66-year-old man short distance from home
A body has been found during the search for a missing 66-year-old Northumberland man, police have confirmed.