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Man caught on CCTV trying to enter ex-partner's Darlington home after marriage ended
Spennymoor man Christopher Greenwell admitted three breaches of a non-molestation order after CCTV showed him trying to enter his ex-partner’s Darlington home.
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15 County Durham planning applications you need to know about
Durham County Council has received a range of new planning applications recently, including proposals for home extensions, farm conversions, and changes to local amenities. The following is a summary of the latest applications submitted to the council.
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The forgotten Durham figure who travelled 200,000 miles and helped reshape the city
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County Durham driver banned for three years after refusing police blood test
County Durham driver Stephen Drysdale, 56, banned for three years after refusing a police blood sample in Spennymoor.
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MP vows to keep fighting controversial Newton Aycliffe incinerator plans
The Environment Agency is minded to grant a permit for the controversial Fornax waste incinerator in Newton Aycliffe, with a consultation now open.
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Banned County Durham van driver had no idea he'd been disqualified until police stop
A banned driver did not know he had been disqualified until police arrested him behind the wheel of a Ford Transit, a court heard.
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Driver with 'terrible record' led police on chases in Spennymoor and Darlington
A judge has jailed a dangerous driver after he breached a suspended sentence order and committed further offences.
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Prolific thief Georgia Little jailed for 19 shoplifting offences across County Durham
A prolific thief who repeatedly targeted shops across County Durham has been jailed.
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Funding helps County Durham school create inclusive birdwatching space
County Durham pupils with learning disabilities benefit from a £2,000 Banks Group grant creating an accessible outdoor learning and birdwatching area.
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County Durham driver banned again after being caught uninsured behind wheel of van
County Durham driver Jake Hopper received a six-month ban and £750 fine after being caught uninsured and disqualified in Newton Aycliffe.
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Popular dog day-out service Billy's Bus launches new County Durham route
Dog owners in Newton Aycliffe, Ferryhill and Chilton will soon be able to send their pets on a "tail-wagging adventure" after Billy's Bus announced a new County Durham route.
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McDonald's near A197 County Durham closes this week for major makeover
McDonald's has confirmed its Thinford restaurant will close on October 25 for refurbishment before reopening with an improved look in December.
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Darlington driver's fear of needles leads to ban and big bill for refusing blood test
A previously clean-living man has lost his good name and driving licence because of his fear of needles.
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The ordinary-looking chair hiding a remarkable piece of County Durham bus history
IN John Wearmouth's hall in Darlington, there is an elegant pierced splat back chair, with a graceful serpentine crest rail at the top and gently curved cabriole front legs.
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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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Ferryhill teenage sweethearts celebrate 60 years of marriage with mayor's visit
Ferryhill couple Jim and Ann Mitton celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary as Mayor Curtis Bihari visits with flowers and gifts on October 15.
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MP says crime 'won't be tolerated' after suspected arson rips through Aycliffe homes
A Newton Aycliffe MP has said serious crime "will not be tolerated" after a suspected arson attack ripped through homes in Newton Aycliffe and forced residents to evacuate.
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Spennymoor E-biker who crashed into car tried to run from police despite losing shoe
A County Durham motorcyclist has been handed a suspended prison sentence after taking police on a joyride across pavements and through red lights.
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Two people in hospital after crash on A688 in County Durham as air ambulance attends
Two people have been taken to hospital after a crash on the A688, near the A1(M) in County Durham road, which has seen the air ambulance attend.
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Police officer jabbed in eye by Spennymoor woman during attempt to detain man
A woman jabbed a finger into a police officer’s eye as the officer helped detain a man she was with.
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Manslaughter probe update as police confirm woman died in premises after bus fight
A woman died inside a premises in Hartlepool after a fight broke out on the number seven bus, police have confirmed.
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Man arrested after brothers’ graves set alight in Darlington released on bail
A man arrested on suspicion of arson after the graves of two brothers were set alight at a Darlington cemetery has been released on bail.
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Man who died in Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack named and pictured
A man who died after he was attacked by a tiger in an enclosure at a Yorkshire zoo has been named, according to reports.
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Probe launched after anti-social incident on Darlington to Spennymoor bus
A probe are probing an anti-social incident on a bus from Darlington and want to speak to anyone who may have seen two men with dogs get on board.
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Predatory bus driver, groomer and perverts with hauls of child abuse images jailed
A manipulative groomer, a paedophile bus driver and two offenders convicted of child sexual abuse image offences have been jailed at Durham Crown Court in recent weeks.
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What we know about separate County Durham A1(M) crash and incident which closed road
A1(M) closures remain in place after a serious crash and a separate police incident in County Durham overnight, with the northbound carriageway expected to stay shut into the afternoon.
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Households at risk of £1,000 fine if they don't check TV licence emails
You need a TV licence to watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer, and must keep up with the payments.
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Durham Council bosses left in dark over Stack scrapping Durham development
Durham County Council was left in the dark about Stack abandoning plans for its long-delayed city venue.
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Police called after mass brawl in broad daylight in Spennymoor
Police were called to a morning brawl involving both men and women on a County Durham street.
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Investigation ongoing after Darlington brothers’ graves set alight in 'arson attack'
A suspected arson investigation remains ongoing after the graves of two brothers who died just weeks apart were set alight at Darlington's North Road cemetery.
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Man arrested after Darlington brothers' graves torched in 'arson attack'
A 55-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after the graves of two brothers who died weeks apart were set alight in Darlington.
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Durham investigative hub saves £809,000 and frees 1,080 staff hours annually - report
A new County Durham investigative hub has saved more than £800,000 and returned thousands of policing hours to frontline duties, a report says.
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Two teenagers arrested after crash involving stolen car in Spennymoor
Two teenagers have been arrested after a stolen car crashed into another vehicle in Spennymoor.
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Ferryhill paedophile shared 'horrific' child abuse images and had extreme porn
A Ferryhill paedophile who shared "horrific" child abuse images and extreme porn tried to blame a primary-school-aged child for his sickening crimes.
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Darlington brothers’ graves destroyed in arson attack leaving family devastated
A Darlington family who lost two brothers weeks apart have been left heartbroken after their graves were vandalised and set alight.
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County Durham tip forced to close after strong winds spark 'emergency closure'
A household waste and recycling centre in County Durham has been forced to close as strong winds sweep across the region.
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Scrapping migrant deal shows Government has ‘no real strategy’
THE scrapping by the Labour Government of the “one in one out” scheme with France now makes it clear that the Government has no real strategy to curb the levels of illegal immigrants entering the UK.
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Siesta Coffee bringing back 2016 prices for one day only to mark 10th birthday
Siesta Coffee is bringing back 2016 hot drink prices for one day only as the North East chain celebrates its 10th birthday across five stores.
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Port of Middlesbrough backs young rugby players with Lions Park sponsorship
The Port of Middlesbrough is backing the next generation of rugby players at MRUFC through a new sponsorship of Lions Park.
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County Durham man breached 10-year restraining order three times in just eight days
A man admitted breaching a restraining order by meeting an ex-friend he had previously harassed.
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Bishop Auckland man handed six-month driving ban after failing to identify driver
County Durham motorist William Milburn banned for six months and fined £660 after failing to identify a Ford driver over an alleged Spennymoor offence.
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New Tesco Express with Costa Coffee opens in County Durham today creating 18 jobs
A new Tesco Express has opened in Spennymoor, creating 18 jobs and bringing new services to the community.
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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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From Saudi Arabia to Spennymoor - 6ft 5in entrepreneur opens shop for tall men
A businessman who struggled for years to find clothes for his 6ft 5in frame has opened a new Spennymoor retail space for tall men.
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Two County Durham teens missing for five days believed to be together
Two County Durham teens believed to be travelling together have been missing for five days.
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County Durham garden centre praised by hundreds of reviewers for quality and service
Windlestone Nursery has built up a loyal following among gardeners, earning an impressive 4.5-star rating from more than 300 Google reviews.
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County Durham horror home linked to drugs and violence closed down
A County Durham house at the centre of months of anti-social behaviour, drug-taking and violence has been closed by police after repeated warnings…
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Ex-County Durham science teacher subjected pupil to 'an escalating pattern of abuse'
A predatory teacher repeatedly preyed on a vulnerable pupil during her years at his County Durham school, a court heard.
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County Durham couple open vintage children's clothing shop after demand soars
A new vintage clothing shop dedicated to children is set to open its doors in Durham tomorrow.
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'Faecal incident' forces County Durham swimming pool to close over the weekend
A County Durham swimming pool has been forced to close for the weekend after a 'faecal incident' at the venue.