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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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How Darlington retirement village residents are finding joy through singing
Residents at a Darlington retirement village are keeping active and boosting their wellbeing through weekly singing sessions led by a professional singer.
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North East venues join exclusive scheme serving food and drink deals from just £5
A Taste of Redcar and Cleveland returns in November, with venues across the region participating in fixed-price offers for locals and residents.
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Banned Ferryhill biker caught riding with two pillion passengers on CCTV
Ferryhill man Lucas Weldon avoided prison after riding a motorbike while disqualified, uninsured and helmetless with two pillion passengers.
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Police drop case against church magazine editor who picked up dead deer off A66
Police have dropped a case against a church magazine editor who picked up a dead deer off the A66 in a bid to take it home and eat it.
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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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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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North East Pop Idol singer Zoe Birkett to star in hit West End musical
North East Pop Idol star Zoe Birkett has revealed to presenter Rylan Clark that she has landed one of musical theatre's most iconic roles.
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How Darlington butcher Taylor's has survived a century of high street change
Taylor's Butchers has been serving Darlington since 1922. Discover how the family business has remained a high street favourite for more than a century.
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Darlington Market accused of 'throwing retail in the skip' over 2am booze sale plans
Darlington Market has been accused of “throwing its retail offering in the skip” by becoming “one big bar” amid plans to open until 2am.
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Darlington Market accused of 'throwing retail in the skip' over 2am booze sale plans
Darlington Market has been accused of “throwing its retail offering in the skip” by becoming “one big bar” amid plans to open until 2am.
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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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County Durham family go all out with 4,000 light Christmas display... in October
A self-proclaimed County Durham Santa Claus has gone all out for Christmas, transforming his home with around 4,000 lights and a host of festive inflatables.
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Four Durham Police officers face gross misconduct hearings over 'boozy Spain trip'
Four Durham Police officers could face the sack over allegations linked to a trip to Spain, while four others have returned to work.
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Ancient cauldron successfully lifted from North East river after 'military operation'
An ancient iron cauldron which has lain undisturbed beneath a North East river for hundreds of years has been successfully recovered in a major archaeological operation.
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Ancient cauldron successfully lifted from North East river after 'military operation'
An ancient iron cauldron which has lain undisturbed beneath a North East river for hundreds of years has been successfully recovered in a major archaeological operation.
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43 PICTURES: Remarkable moment ancient cauldron is lifted from depths of River Wear
A remarkable archaeological operation on the River Wear has successfully brought a potentially centuries-old cauldron back to the surface.
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From cafés to butchers: Darlington businesses that have stood the test of time
From cafés and butchers to fashion retailers, discover the long-established independent businesses that have helped shape Darlington for generations and continue to thrive today.
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Police probe after St George's flag brought down outside Durham County Hall
A St George's flag has seemingly been cut down outside a council building in a 'disappointing' act, as police launch probe.
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Meet Darlington sisters helping women with confidence at award-winning 'dream salon'
Two Darlington sisters who opened their first salon while still teenagers have spent the past 17 years building a business centred around making women feel confident.
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Plaque honouring All Creatures Great and Small author unveiled at his former home
A blue plaque honouring All Creatures Great and Small author James Herriot has been unveiled at his former North Yorkshire home.
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Café owner helps veterans combat loneliness while turning business into busy spot
A Newton Aycliffe café owner is putting a little-known community hub on the map after turning the business around.
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County Durham man found with knuckledusters claims he didn't know they were illegal
Darren Appleby admitted possessing two knuckledusters at his Murton home after a police raid. Newton Aycliffe magistrates gave him an absolute discharge.
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Car park to remain closed until further notice over vandalism linked to ex-Wilko shop
Darlington Borough Council confirmed on Wednesday (October 7) that East Street Car Park would be closed indefinitely after anti-social behaviour at the location.
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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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Craghead and South Moor by-election date set after Reform UK resignation
The date for the Craghead and South Moor by-election has been set after Reform UK's majority on Durham County Council was cut to just one.
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Car left on its side on hard shoulder after single-vehicle crash on A1(M)
A car was left stuck on its side on the hard shoulder of the A1(M) near Ripon, North Yorkshire, after a crash yesterday afternoon (October 6).
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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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'I'm finally getting my life back' - former nurse shortlisted for beauty award
A former nurse who left the profession after struggling with stress and anxiety says being shortlisted in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards has helped prove she made the right decision.
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'I'm finally getting my life back' - former nurse shortlisted for beauty award
A former nurse who left the profession after struggling with stress and anxiety says being shortlisted in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards has helped prove she made the right decision.
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Nigel Farage has 'confidence' in Durham County Council leader as majority cut to one
Nigel Farage has said he still has confidence in the leadership of Durham County Council despite its majority sitting on a knife-edge amid 'chaos' allegations.
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Reform UK can 'take control' of Darlington Borough Council says Robert Jenrick
Reform UK wants to take control of Darlington Borough Council and can win at next year’s local elections, Treasury spokesperson Robert Jenrick said.
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Nigel Farage shares Reform UK cupcakes and tea with pensioners in visit to Redcar
Nigel Farage visited Redcar as part of Reform UK's campaign to defend the state pension triple lock, sharing afternoon tea with pensioners.
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Amanda Owen reflects on family changes and 'wrinkles' since Our Yorkshire Farm
Amanda Owen, from Our Yorkshire Farm, has told of her pride at watching her children grow up on screen as she reflects on her family's TV journey.
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Newton Aycliffe family return to hospital where daughter died to donate 102 bunnies
A heartbroken Newton Aycliffe family returned to the RVI hospital where their nine-year-old daughter died to donate 102 bunny teddies in her memory.
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Hidden yards, indie shops and a stunning library - the side of Darlington many miss
From hidden yards and independent shops to cultural gems, a recent video shines a light on the lesser-known side of Darlington.
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Amanda Owen reflects on children growing up and 'wrinkles' since Our Yorkshire Farm
Amanda Owen, from Our Yorkshire Farm, has told of her pride at watching her children grow up on screen as she reflects on her family's TV journey.
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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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Update issued on County Durham house fire which claimed life of man revealed
A fatal house fire which killed a man in his 40s in Witton Park has been confirmed as accidental, but an investigation into its full cause remains ongoing.
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Couple return to village church 60 years after Echo photographed their wedding
John and Jacky McLean married in Great Ayton on October 1, 1966, surrounded by family and friends, then held their reception at the Royal Oak.
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Woman charged with perverting justice over North East murder investigation
A woman has been charged with perverting the course of justice as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of a man who was shot in Eston…
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Mum of breast cancer patients calls for public inquuiry at County Durham NHS trust
Jackie Holmes, 71, from Durham, has been left with growing questions about the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust’s care of her two…
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Darlington man to appear before judge charged with murder of mum Leanne Park
Andrew Bell is accused of murdering mum Leanne Park in Darlington
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Calls grow to strip former County Durham NHS boss of 'slap in the face' OBE
Calls are growing to strip former NHS Trust boss Sue Jacques of her OBE after a “decade-long systemic failure” emerged.
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Starbucks opens new Darlington drive-thru - 600m from branch it closed months ago
Starbucks has opened its new drive-thru on the A66 near Darlington - 600m away from its previous branch.
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Everything you need to know: Saltburn Cliff Lift - from prices to opening times
Going on the historic cliff lift is a must when visiting Saltburn - here is everything you need to know about it.
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Much-loved North East attraction's café to close temporarily for refurbishment work
Visitors to a much-loved North East attraction are being warned that its café will temporarily close next week while maintenance work is carried…
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Darlington primary school to be given £890,755 in council funding for repairs
Red Hall Primary School could receive nearly £1m for essential repairs under plans set to be discussed by Darlington councillors.
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Serving Durham Police officer arrested over 'sexual communication with child'
A serving Durham Police officer has been arrested on suspicion of sexual communication with a child.
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Residents describe fleet of 999 crews after tragic blaze tears through home
Residents have described the moment a fleet of 999 crews descended on a County Durham street after a tragic blaze tore through a house.