North East
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Chris Rea tribute show in North East close to selling out due to 'special connection'
Tickets are selling fast for The Chris Rea Experience at Stockton’s Arc on October 23, celebrating the Middlesbrough-born singer’s Teesside…
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Fire, flavour and atmosphere: Bazaar Restaurant is the must-visit dining experience
The beautifully designed interiors of Bazaar Restaurant create a warm and welcoming ambience for its guests in the heart of Middlesbrough's…
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Newcastle slips in investor rankings as North East confidence falls - report
Foreign investor confidence falls in the North East as Newcastle drops to 27th in UK rankings and Sunderland remains 43rd, with just 23 projects…
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North East’s first Crocs outlet welcoming shoppers in days - opening date and deals
The North East’s first dedicated Crocs outlet will open at Dalton Park on Thursday, October 9, with 20 per cent off all weekend.
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Darlington hospital marks 25th anniversary with £25,000 donation to hospice
Darlington-based Woodlands Hospital has presented the cheque to St Teresa’s Hospice, which is celebrating an anniversary of its own in 2026,…
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EastEnders and Emmerdale soap star who went from North East city to remarkable career
Sunderland-born Debbie Arnold built a remarkable TV career spanning EastEnders, Corrie, Emmerdale and more.
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Scouting For Girls spotted in County Durham for one of region's quirkiest events
Scouting For Girls left County Durham with plenty to talk about after performing at one of the North East's most unusual events.
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‘Law and order has broken down’ say councillors ss they condemn early prison release
Law and order has “broken down” in part of Stockton, a meeting heard as the government’s early release scheme was condemned by Stockton…
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Fundraiser for County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' hits £10,000
A fundraiser to bring a Seaham man killed in a Florida hit-and-run home to his family has raised more than £10,000.
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Coffee company moves to new North East roastery with production set to double
Rounton Coffee has taken on a 6,000sq ft unit at Teesside Industrial Estate in Thornaby, three times the size of its former HQ, The Granary, near…
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£110,000 cash boost to tackle trespass crime on York railway line
Network Rail has announced a £110,000 cash boost to tackle trespassing, cable theft and vandalism on the East Coast Main Line, from Scotland to…
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Nando’s ‘hottest-ever’ Halloween menu launches in 9 North East restaurants
Nando's has launched a limited-edition Halloween menu at its North East restaurants, featuring Phantom Wings, HalloOoOoOomi Sticks and…
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£110,000 cash boost to tackle trespass crime on York railway line
Network Rail has announced a £110,000 cash boost to tackle trespassing, cable theft and vandalism on the East Coast Main Line, from Scotland to…
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Luxury train offering champagne and fine dining trip from Darlington to Edinburgh
Northern Belle luxury train to Edinburgh from Darlington and Newcastle on November 7 offers champagne, fine dining, Christmas shopping and railway…
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Thief pushed woman out of the way to steal her 55inch tv
Jack McConnell admitted stealing a £400 55-inch TV from a Middlesbrough home and assaulting a woman. He was given him 12-month conditional…
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Three teenagers die after car enters River Wear in Sunderland
The bodies of two teenage boys and a teenage girl have been recovered from the water, police say.
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Three teens killed after car plunges into River Wear as 17-year-old arrested
Three teenagers have died after a car plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland.
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Record number of entries as North East tourism awards finalists announced
North East England Tourism Awards 2027 finalists revealed after record entries, with attractions, hotels and restaurants competing for regional…
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North Yorkshire museum talk to reveal 'overlooked role' of Indian troops at Gallipoli
Green Howards Museum talk on October 16 explores the overlooked role of Indian soldiers, including the 14th Sikhs, in the 1915 Gallipoli campaign in…
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Inside Middlesbrough café serving colourful matcha and indulgent brunch favourites
Steam & Bean Coffee House in Middlesbrough has built a loyal following thanks to its French toast menu, specialty coffee and colourful matcha…
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Everything to know about Durham Cathedral: Opening times, Avengers filming and more
Plan your Durham Cathedral visit with opening times, free entry, café details and Avengers filming facts.
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County Durham man appears in court accused of murder after 'stab attack'
Kenneth Fishwick appears at Teesside Crown Court charged with murdering Dean Fishwick, 51, in Peterlee on September 23. He was remanded in custody.
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Heartbroken family pay tribute to 15-year-old girl killed in County Durham crash
Charlie Olivia Slack was a passenger in a Fiat 500 when she was involved in a collision on Shincliffe Lane at around 5.30pm on Thursday, September…
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Walkers complete challenge as campaign raises £17,649 for Darlington SEND families
One mother’s fight for better opportunities for her autistic son has inspired dozens of people to walk 16.5 miles for SEND families across…
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Best pumpkin patches to visit in North East this autumn to get into Halloween spirit
From Darlington and Middlesbrough to Hartlepool and New Marske, these pumpkin patches are opening throughout October for Halloween family fun.
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Why Durham Cathedral will be closed to visitors for two days this week
Durham Cathedral will be closed to visitors for two days as it hosts Durham University's matriculation ceremonies for thousands of new students.
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North East mental health hub founders win High Sheriff’s awards for voluntary service
Hartlepool charity founders Trevor Sherwood and Angela Arnold win High Sheriff’s awards for LilyAnne’s mental health hub supporting 2,500 people…
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Building the trust and partnerships that create affordable housing
Esh Construction strengthens affordable housing partnerships across North East and Yorkshire, delivering homes through land-led solutions and early…
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Why this Durham playground gravestone has a haunting connection to the Titanic
Today's Object of the Week is a lonely gravestone in a Durham City playground, marking the final resting place of a Victorian clergyman whose…
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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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Largest indoor country music festival taking place in the North this autumn
Ruby Rae’s York and Newcastle XL Indoor Country Festival will transform Times Square in Newcastle into a slice of Nashville.
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County Durham healthcare workers in dragon boat race for Sir Bobby Robson Foundation
County Durham healthcare workers raised £2,359 for Sir Bobby Robson Foundation at Newcastle Dragon Boat Race, supporting cancer care across North…
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New 95ft mural transforms North East charity shop wall into landmark
A 95ft Dan Kitchener mural has transformed Gateshead’s St Oswald’s Hospice wall, as the Off the Walls project brings public art and regeneration…
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North East man given 10-year animal ban after dog euthanised due to malnutrition
A Middlesbrough man has been given a ten-year animal ban and a suspended jail sentence after his young dog was taken to the vet in such a state that…
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Permanent 50mph speed limit to be introduced on section of A19 - public notice
National Highways will introduce a permanent 50mph speed limit on the A19 between Portrack and Stockton Road interchanges from September 30, 2026,…
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County Durham smokers urged to quit as free support expands this Stoptober
County Durham smokers urged to quit for Stoptober with stop-smoking support, nicotine replacement, vaping advice and Smoke Free app, plus over…
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Largest indoor country music festival taking place in the North this autumn
Ruby Rae’s York and Newcastle XL Indoor Country Festival will transform Times Square in Newcastle into a slice of Nashville.
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Reservoirs still well below average as North East households urged to save water
Northumbrian Water urges North East households to save water as reservoirs remain below average, with Kielder at 74 per cent capacity amid prolonged…
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Mother and daughter duo promise to bring beloved County Durham pub back to life
A mother-and-daughter team has taken over a much-loved Chester-le-Street pub, promising to turn it into a community hub while preserving its…
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Expert uncovers possible earliest Hockney portrait of Bradford grammar school student
David Hockney portrait painted at 12 could be his earliest known work, Antiques Roadshow expert says, with value potentially exceeding £100,000 on…
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Durham Italian restaurant reopens with new look and more than 80 wines
A popular Italian restaurant has reopened in Durham city following a revamp marking a new chapter.
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Mum to open new North East play café to bring parents and children together
A County Durham mum is opening a play café where children can have fun while parents enjoy coffee and company.
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How Ring doorbells could soon help reunite North East owners with their lost dogs
North East dog owners could soon have access to a new tool helping to track down lost pets - with Ring's AI Search Party feature launching in…
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Our Yorkshire Farm family welcome new pet arrivals after heartbreaking loss of dog
New four-legged additions are set to arrive at Ravenseat following the death of the Owen family's beloved dog Chalky.
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The viral North East deli wowing TikTok with ‘outstanding’ towering American sarnies
La Cucina Lounge Deli in Team Valley, Gateshead, is a TikTok hit for towering burgers, loaded fries, Yorkshire pudding wraps and indulgent desserts.
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Two rescued at sea after jet ski breaks down off North East coast
Redcar RNLI rescued two people stranded offshore at Marske by the Sea after their jet ski broke down on September 26. Both were safely brought…
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North East woman smuggled hard drugs into jail for her lover to sell on
A long-serving inmate supplied fellow prisoners with drugs his partner smuggled in during prison visits.
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North East mayor calls for £2 bus fare cap to be made permanent
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness urges the Government to make the £2 bus fare cap permanent after Labour conference, seeking long-term funding…
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Faulty EV chargers installed three years ago finally to be replaced in £129k overhaul
Out-of-order electric vehicle chargers across the former Hambleton district are finally set to be replaced as part of a £129,500 council programme.
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UK drivers issued speed camera warning over commonly believed motorway myth
Motoring experts have warned UK drivers not to get caught out by speed camera myth that could leave them with a fine, points and even a driving ban