North East
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'Why can't the next success story be you?' How adult learning can change lives
The Association of Colleges has scheduled a national week of action for the Adult Learning Pays campaign from October 19 to 23. Bishop Auckland College Group CEO and Principal Shaun Hope has written exclusively for The Northern Echo to highlight the importance of adult learning, transforming lives.
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Man arrested after police raid pub and find cannabis farm inside
A man has been arrested after a cannabis farm was found inside a Sunderland pub. He has since been bailed.
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BUSINESSiQ Awards 'biggest celebration of our region’s business community'
Hays Travel backs 2027 BUSINESSiQ Awards at Raby Castle
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New North East centre to train more than 40 engineering apprentices
MTC opens a Cobalt Park training centre in North Tyneside, offering engineering apprenticeships and tackling skills shortages in North East manufacturing.
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Sam Smith North East pub to reopen after two-year closure following major makeover
The Cambridge Hotel on Cambridge Road, Middlesbrough, owned by Sam Smith's, will welcome back punters on Tuesday, October 27, after a long closure.
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Opportunity of a lifetime
BUSINESSiQ Editor Mike Hughes meets Cllr Joe Quinn, Portfolio Holder for Planning, Investments and Assets at Durham County Council, to talk about one of the most exciting development opportunities in the country.
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The County Durham village where a Roman bridge no longer crosses the River Tees
Discover Piercebridge, the County Durham village where a Roman bridge stands on dry land after the River Tees changed course nearly 2,000 years ago.
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Nurse slapped with £100 parking fine after getting 'trapped' in hospital car park
A North Yorkshire nurse has been slapped with a hefty parking fine after becoming trapped in a gridlocked hospital car park where she says she "physically couldn't move".
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Consett taxi rank hits back at 'don't send foreign driver' requests from passengers
County Durham taxi firm Nearby Taxis says it will reject bookings from passengers requesting no Muslim or foreign drivers.
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North of England targets £1.5bn Indian tourism market in major campaign
A major international tourism push, under The Great North banner, is underway to attract visitors from India to the North of England.
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Opportunity of a lifetime
BUSINESSiQ Editor Mike Hughes meets Cllr Joe Quinn, Portfolio Holder for Planning, Investments and Assets at Durham County Council, to talk about one of the most exciting development opportunities in the country.
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North East family-run company plans expansion after turnover passes £1m
Castle Eden’s Gridmark Survey, a North East surveying firm, grows to £1m turnover with 16 staff and plans to recruit an operations manager.
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Five accused of murdering man, 23, at County Durham petrol station go on trial today
Five people accused of murdering Daniel Ambler at a County Durham petrol station will stand trial at Teesside Crown Court following his death on January 15.
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Shildon shoplifter swiped booze and beauty sets from Darlington Heron Foods store
Shildon woman Lara Moss admits stealing groceries, laundry products and alcohol from Heron Foods in Darlington
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Tees Valley college group unveils ambitious Destination 2030 plan
Education Training Collective launches Destination 2030 to expand skills, careers and clean energy training across the Tees Valley, backed by major investment.
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Companies face up to £2,500-a-day charge for roadworks on County Durham roads
Companies carrying out roadworks on County Durham’s busiest roads could be charged up to £2,500 a day by Durham County Council.
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This 250-year-old North Yorkshire gravestone tells a tale of a brutal unsolved murder
Unto the mournful fate of young John Moore, Who fell a victim to some villain’s power, In Richmond Lane, near to Ask Hall, ’tis said, – There was his life most cruelly betrayed. Shot with a gun by some abandoned rake, Then knock’d o’th’ head with a hedging stake, His soul, I trust, is with the blest above, There to enjoy eternal rest and love; Then let us pray his murderer to discover, That he to justice soon may be brought over.
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Robson Green's favourite North East pub in beautiful seaside village
Discover the historic Black Swan in Seahouses, a Northumberland gastropub that counts TV star Robson Green among its famous fans.
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'Concern' for missing Stephen, 69, last seen on doorbell camera
A 69-year-old man has been reported missing from Cramlington, with Northumbria Police 'increasingly concerned' for his wellbeing.
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County Durham charity left 'saddened' after shop window smashed overnight
The Angel Trust, based in Bishop Auckland has been left "saddened" at the " emotional and financial damage" to one of its buildings after a window was smashed overnight.
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The County Durham village where a powerful medieval bishop's castle once stood
Bishop Middleham is a quiet County Durham village where the remains of a medieval castle reveal its past as a home of Durham's powerful bishops.
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Market town with waterfalls, castle and indie shops is perfect North East day trip
Discover Richmond's indie shops, waterfalls, castle and historic theatre on a perfect day out.
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10 beloved Teesside shops that disappeared from the high street over the years
From department stores to toy shops, these are 10 much-loved Teesside businesses that have disappeared from the high street.
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Fresh plans for former Durham M&S building after STACK development fall through
Fresh plans have been put forward to transform the former Marks & Spencer building in Durham city centre into a hub for independent businesses.
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'Chubby' North East comedian collects new car weeks after emergency hip surgery
Comedian Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown has been spotted collecting a brand-new car in Teesside just weeks after undergoing emergency hip replacement surgery.
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County Durham mum sheds 1.5st to fulfil Britney Spears catsuit dream for her 40th
A County Durham mum who spent years hiding her figure beneath leggings and hoodies has celebrated her 40th birthday in style after shedding one and a half stone.
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County Durham man who repeatedly contacted ex ‘avoided prison by a whisker’
Michael Winn narrowly avoids prison after breaching a non-molestation order six times; the County Durham man receives a suspended sentence and drug treatment.
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Darlington model flying club issues plea for new home after 50 years on one field
A Darlington model flying club with a history dating back to the Second World War is appealing for help to find a new field after being told it may have to leave its home of 50 years.
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Why locals are raving about the giant roast dinners at this Teesside restaurant
From towering roast dinners to cocktail-fuelled bottomless brunches, Cluck & Moo has built a loyal following in Redcar.
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Darlington dog trainer who opened school during cancer treatment announces move south
A Darlington dog trainer who opened her own school during cancer treatment is moving to Somerset after closing it.
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Look inside the luxury County Durham hall with a remarkable 200-year history
Nestled among 350 acres of private woodland and rolling countryside, Burnhopeside Hall Estate offers guests the chance to stay in a Georgian country house with more than 200 years of history woven into its walls.
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More than 300 guests celebrate North East law firm's milestone anniversary
Square One Law celebrates its 15th anniversary at The Baltic in Gateshead, highlighting growth across Yorkshire and plans to support expanding businesses.
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Woman left mum's friend with split lip during boozed-up attack at Spennymoor home
Sunderland woman Katie Jardine, 26, received an 18-month community order after punching her mother’s friend in Spennymoor on July 8.
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Sir Bobby Robson's son shares football history with County Durham pupils
Pupils at a County Durham primary school got a football history lesson from Sir Bobby Robson’s son, who visited to celebrate the North East icon’s life and legacy.
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New jobs up for grabs at The Bowes Museum - here's how you can apply
A much-loved County Durham museum has jobs up for grabs, and here’s how to apply.
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Inside closed village pub as £320k makeover takes shape ahead of major reopening
Take a first look inside Hope & Anchor in Greatham as the closed pub moves closer to its planned November reopening.
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Murderers led co-ordinated bladed attack on fellow County Durham prison inmate
Three inmates carried out a co-ordinated attack on a prisoner at HMP Deerbolt in County Durham, a court heard.
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Mystery name on lost war memorial uncovers 200 years of a Darlington family
IT is time to say hello to the Hullahs of Darlington and the surrounding area.
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M&S Christmas jobs, hours and how much you can get paid in the North East
More details have emerged about hundreds of Christmas jobs being offered by Marks & Spencer across the North East.
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Pizza man goes extra 13 miles to deliver to customers during road closures
Yilmaz Ozturk, owner of Pizza House Easington, continued delivering food to Staithes despite road closures turning a 2.4-mile journey into 15 miles.
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Swinney vows to bring Scotland’s bus network back into public control by 2031
John Swinney used his SNP conference speech to pledge bus franchising across Scotland by 2031, a new misogyny criminal offence before next summer, and a £30 million fund to tackle racism in communities.
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Fresh plans for former Durham M&S building after STACK development fall through
Fresh plans have been put forward to transform the former Marks & Spencer building in Durham city centre into a hub for independent businesses.
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250-plant cannabis farm busted by police on Teesside street after tip off
Police have uncovered a 250-plant strong cannabis farm at a property on Hampton Road in Stockton.
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Major high street retailer announces opening date inside ex North Yorkshire bank
Joules has confirmed when it will open its new Northallerton store, with discounts, prizes and giveaways planned to mark its arrival.
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Matt Baker on North East panto homecoming this month: ‘Here is where I’m happiest’
Matt Baker says Darlington’s Christmas pantomime will offer a “spark and a gem of magic” even the London Palladium could not match.
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The County Durham pit village behind one of Newcastle United's greatest legends
Small County Durham village Kelloe has a remarkable connection to football history, having produced the man who would become “Mr Newcastle United”.
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Award-winning North East takeaway launches autumn menu with pizza and burger specials
Birtley’s Casa Rosa, named Takeaway of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards, unveils a new autumn menu with pizzas, burgers, vegan and gluten-free options.
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Alcoholic threatened to headbutt police then kicked officer who tried to arrest him
Alcoholic Benjamin Bradshaw fined £200 after kicking a police officer during arrest at his father’s Wingate home.
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Inside Darlington's haunting Halloween pop-up shop that's the 'biggest in North East'
A mother-and-daughter team say they've opened the biggest Halloween pop-up shop in the North East as they bring thousands of costumes and spooky accessories to Darlington for one month only.
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The eight North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week
Eight North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.