SARAH CALDECOTT
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Ann Ming receives standing ovation after powerful speech at North East Ladies Day
Ann Ming MBE shared the story of her fight for justice for murdered daughter Julie at North East Ladies Day at Hardwick Hall Hotel.
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Durham named among UK's cosiest cities as travellers choose top autumn destinations
Durham has been named one of the UK's cosiest cities, with thousands of travellers praising its historic charm, architecture and autumn atmosphere in a new study.
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In pictures - Daleks, Doctors and dazzling costumes take over Darlington Comic Con
Fans in eye-catching costumes flocked to a Darlington's Hopetown for a Comic Con packed with sci-fi, comic-book and television characters.
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Behind walls of Thornton Hall - Hidden Darlington garden that's planter's paradise
Behind the walls of a historic estate near Darlington lies one of County Durham's best-kept gardening secrets.
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From side job to award finalist - Darlington nail tech celebrates surprise nomination
A Darlington nail technician says she was left “shocked” after being shortlisted as a finalist in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards.
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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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'Over the moon' Bishop Auckland salon owner celebrates beauty award finalist spot
A Bishop Auckland salon owner is "over the moon" after her business became a finalist in The Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards.
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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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County Durham villagers slam decision on speed limit rise made 'behind their backs'
People in a County Durham village were left angered after plans to increase a road's speed limit was signed off 'behind their back'.
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Darlington singer who swapped gigs for beauty therapy shortlisted for award
A professional singer who swapped a life of late-night gigs for massages and mindfulness has been named a finalist in The Northern Echo's Best…
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Two Darlington pubs face licence review over ‘significant failings’ before 'murder'
The Greyhound and Black Swan in Darlington are to face an urgent licensing meeting after police investigation into the murder of Leanne Park.
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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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Busy County Durham car boot sale cancelled today as organisers issue update
One of County Durham's popular weekly car boot sales has been cancelled today, organisers have confirmed.
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Biker airlifted to hospital after fall at County Durham quarry sparks 999 response
A man was airlifted to hospital after falling from a motorbike near Broadwood Quarry in Frosterley.
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400-year-old County Durham pub reopens after landlord suddenly repossessed it
The historic George & Dragon in Heighington has reopened its doors after the 400-year-old pub was suddenly repossessed by its landlord.
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Reopening of historic County Durham bridge is 'like Berlin Wall coming down'
Residents have compared the reopening of Whorlton Bridge to the fall of the Berlin Wall as communities separated for nearly seven years were…
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London-based landlords 'land banking' empty Bishop Auckland buildings says MP
Sam Rushworth MP has accused London-based property owners of "land banking" empty buildings in Bishop Auckland.
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County Durham village hall plans £200,000 makeover after community rescue
A village hall that nearly closed two years ago could soon get a £200,000 makeover to secure its future for generations.
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Historic County Durham bridge reopens after seven years of complex repairs
Whorlton Bridge reopened on Friday, almost seven years after the historic County Durham crossing was closed on safety grounds.
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'Authentic' Japanese restaurant opens in Darlington bringing 26 years of experience
A family-run Japanese restaurant has opened in Darlington, serving handcrafted sushi, steaming ramen and food shaped by more than 25 years of…