Seaham
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Council pledges support for 42 staff made redundant at Sara Davies' firm
County Durham Council has pledged to help workers affected by the collapse of Crafters Companion after the Newton Aycliffe-based company entered liquidation.
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What the jury has heard so far during Seaham garage murder trial
Daniel Ambler murder trial: Jurors hear a family feud led to the 23-year-old being chased and hit by a car at a Seaham petrol station.
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Cannabis farm with 71 plants uncovered at County Durham property after tip-off
A cannabis farm containing 71 plants has been discovered inside a Seaham property after police received information from members of the public.
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County Durham housing development gets world-first 'carbon-negative' road surface
Bellway installs 'world-first' net zero asphalt at Monument Meadows, Pelton, using Seaham firm's carbon-negative ACLA additive to lock away CO₂ in County Durham.
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Coastguard helicopter and two lifeboats scramble to Hartlepool as storm moves in
Coastguard teams from Hartlepool and Seaham joined two lifeboats in a search near Hartlepool before the alert was traced inland.
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Giant 3D poppy to arrive at Darlington pub for special veterans fundraising event
A giant 3D poppy will visit The Springfield Hotel this Friday as part of a Marston's charity tour, with fundraising activities, live entertainment and a special guest lined up to welcome it to Darlington.
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Here's why the air ambulance was called to County Durham town on Wednesday
A person was taken to hospital after a medical incident in Seaham, County Durham, on October 21, as the Great North Air Ambulance landed nearby.
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Jury hears County Durham man was deliberately targeted with ‘murderous intent'
Daniel Ambler murder trial: jury hears five men pursued 23-year-old in Seaham family feud before Nissan X-Trail crushed him against a petrol station shop.
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Live day 3 - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder
Follow live coverage of the trial of five men accused of murdering Daniel Ambler in Seaham.
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Family feud ended with man crushed to death at petrol station, murder trial told
Trial hears Daniel Ambler was killed at a Seaham petrol station after being struck by a Nissan X-Trail. Five defendants face murder charges.
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Live - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder
Follow live coverage of the trial of five men accused of murdering Daniel Ambler in Seaham.
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North East woman who wanted Pilates to be 'for everybody' strikes gold at nationals
A North East Pilates founder who set out to make the exercise “affordable and accessible for everybody” has struck gold at a national business awards ceremony.
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Police searching for missing County Durham teen who disappeared from home
Durham Constabulary are appealing for information to find missing 16-year-old Mikaylea from Seaham.
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Two teenagers charged with County Durham murder can be named for first time
Daniel Ambler murder trial: Ajay Henry and Tyler Leadbetter can be named as five accused face court over Seaham petrol station death at Teesside Crown Court.
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Two teenagers charged with County Durham murder can be named for first time
Daniel Ambler murder trial: Ajay Henry and Tyler Leadbetter can be named as five accused face court over Seaham petrol station death at Teesside Crown Court.
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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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Christmas tree spotted in County Durham café window before Halloween sparks debate
A Christmas tree spotted in the window of a popular County Durham café has raised the question of whether it is too early to start putting up decorations.
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Man followed ex-wife and smashed mirror off her new partner's car after cinema date
Hartlepool man Wayne Minza gets an 18-month community order after ramming his ex-wife’s car, threatening her new partner with a spanner and causing damage.
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Inside new Crocs store at Dalton Park - the first colourful clog outlet in North East
The North East's first Crocs outlet has opened at Dalton Park, selling clogs, wellies, slippers and Jibbitz charms.
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County Durham balaclava ban takes step forward as council 'inundated' with 'trouble'
A ban on balaclavas and measures to tackle anti-social behaviour across County Durham have moved forward after a Durham County Council meeting.
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County Durham man ordered to pay police officers compensation after assaulting them
Ricky Milner of Murton admitted assaulting two police officers in Seaham.
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One taken to hospital after morning crash on County Durham B-road
One person was taken to hospital after a crash on the B1432 in Hawthorn, Seaham.
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North East Hair and Beauty Awards hailed 'best year yet' after hundreds attend
A salon owner who launched awards for the region's hair and beauty professionals says this year's ceremony was the best yet after attracting hundreds of guests.
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24 County Durham planning applications you need to know about
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Durham County Council in the past week, featuring proposals for home extensions, tree works, new advertisements, and changes to residential and commercial properties.
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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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RECAP - Road clears after A19 multi-vehicle crash near Seaham
Drivers are facing lengthy delays after a crash on the A19 near Seaham.
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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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LIVE - Road clears after A19 crash near Seaham
Drivers are facing lengthy delays after a crash on the A19 near Seaham.
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Crash between car and HGV on A19 in County Durham causes two-mile tailbacks
A crash involving a car and a HGV caused two miles of tailbacks and delays of up to 20 minutes on the A19 in County Durham this morning (October 7).
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LIVE - A19 reopens after crash between car and HGV in County Durham
There has been a crash on the A19 Northbound after B1404 Seaton Lane, near Seaham in County Durham. The incident has caused two miles and 20 minutes of delays.
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County Durham woman handed community order for driving while banned
County Durham woman Carrie Davies received a community order after admitting driving while disqualified in Seaham. She appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.
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£15,000 raised to bring County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' home
More than £15,000 has been raised to bring a Seaham man killed in a suspected hit-and-run in Florida home to his family.
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County Durham's hidden real-life sword in the stone and its unique backstory
A real-life sword in the stone near Seaham has become a quirky landmark with a fascinating local story.
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Full list of big North East firework displays this Bonfire Night and where to watch
From free seaside displays to major ticketed events, here are the biggest North East firework display dates and locations to know this autumn.
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County Durham tip opening hours change as winter timetable comes into effect
Durham County Council has reminded residents to check their local tip's opening hours after household waste recycling centres switched to winter timetables. Most sites are now operating shorter opening hours, with some centres following different schedules.
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County Durham church hall transformed by £9k housing development boost
Miller Homes gives St Luke’s Church Hall in County Durham a £9,000 makeover as part of its new 158-home Deerness Rise housing development near Ushaw Moor.
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County Durham firm applies to sell alcohol - public notice
CustomerKnect Limited has applied for a new off-sales alcohol licence in Seaham, County Durham, with residents invited to comment by October 21.
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Calls for clarity as plans to shut County Durham Greggs factory spark concern
Graham Morris and the BFAWU have vowed to fight for workers after Greggs announced plans to close its Seaham factory.
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‘Sad day’ for Scottish workers as Greggs plans to shut factory
Four sites have been earmarked for closure, including Pettigrews in Kelso in the Borders.
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College 'deeply saddened' after three pupils died when car plunged into river
Three teenagers who died after a car plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland were students at Sunderland College.
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Three teenagers who tragically died when Audi plunged into River Wear named
Three teenagers who tragically died when a car entered the River Wear in Sunderland have been named.
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Bishop Auckland school coffee morning raises £644 for Macmillan Cancer Support
King James I Academy raises £644.38 for Macmillan Cancer Support at its two-day Coffee Morning, while pupils enjoy educational trips across the…
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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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Greggs announces plans to shut four UK factories that could cost 740 jobs
Bakery chain, whose sales are up 7.7%, says move is necessary to provide growth in ‘most cost-efficient manner’
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Greggs to shut four factories and cut 740 jobs
The company says it needs to "keep evolving alongside changing customer expectations".
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Family of British man killed in Florida hit-and-run ‘desperate’ to bring body home
The family of Brandon Grimes are raising money to return his body to the UK
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Everything we know so far about huge 999 response after car 'enters River Wear'
A major emergency response is underway in Sunderland after a car entered the River Wear near Wearmouth Bridge.
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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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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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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…