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The County Durham village where Loose Women star Denise Welch grew up
Denise Welch is one of the North East’s best-known television personalities, but did you know her teenage years were spent in the County Durham…
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Man 'seriously injured' after Teesside high street 'weapon attack'
A man has been left with 'serious injuries' after being attacked with a weapon on Stockton high street, Cleveland Police said.
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Bingo giant unveils £1.6m makeover at one of Teesside's biggest venues
Mecca Bingo has completed a £1.6 million refurbishment of its Stockton venue, featuring a new social bingo lounge.
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Fire kills child and adult just days after A66 crash claimed lives of seven people
Here is everything we know so far as two dead in Grangetown just days after A66 crash killed seven people.
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Timpson to replace town cobblers open 30 years with 'larger shop' as owners retire
The owners of The Cramlington Cobbler have retired, but the same team will remain as Timpson prepares to open a larger store at Manor Walks.
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From Tennessee to Tyneside, the amazing reach of Dolly Parton
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Mercedes speeds 'wrong direction' down high street after seeing police car
A car sped the 'wrong way' down Thornaby high street after getting spooked by seeing a police vehicle, Cleveland Police said.
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Messy County Durham gardens lead to hefty fines as residents ignore council warnings
North East households have been fined up to £917 after failing to clear waste from gardens and ignoring Community Protection Notices.
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Man with connections to two County Durham towns wanted on prison recall
A man with connections to Consett and Stanley is wanted by police on recall to prison.
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Man in his 50s arrested over 'drink driving' after car crashes with pickup on A690
A man in his 50s has been arrested and one person was taken to hospital after an early morning crash in County Durham.
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Man texted mum saying 'I only pushed him' after 'killing' dad on Christmas Eve
Police hunting a man accused of killing a Crook man he had just learned was his dad was urged to hand himself in on Christmas Day.
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North East doctor accused of making 'untrue' patient records
A Stockton doctor is set to face a medical tribunal over allegations of “dishonesty” and making ‘untrue’ medical records.
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Two arrested on suspicion of murder after child and another die in house fire
Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a house fire in Grangetown claimed the lives of two people, including a child.
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East Cleveland council among first in UK to use new road resurfacing technology
Redcar and Cleveland Council has become one of the first in the UK to use graphene-enhanced asphalt on a commercial road resurfacing scheme in…
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Woman leapt from upstairs window of blazing home as neighbours raced to help
A Grangetown woman has described the moment she held the hand of a woman who jumped from an upstairs window to escape a blazing house.
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Patient taken to hospital after one-car crash in Bishop Auckland
One person was taken to hospital after a one-car crash in Bishop Auckland.
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Final tickets left for festival with Groove Armada in 600-year-old castle grounds
Marti Pellow and Gabrielle will headline the opening night of Opulence at Lumley Castle before Groove Armada, Todd Terry and Sam Divine lead a huge…
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County Durham motorist banned after failing to identify vehicle driver
John Thomas Howard, 31, of Shildon, was banned from driving for six months after being found guilty at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court of failing to…
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Fire service issues statement after house fire kills two and leaves one critical
Fire crews who attended the scene of a fatal house blaze have confirmed six people were inside the property at the time, with one person remaining…
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Dad of soldier says 'hold and cherish' loved ones after River Tyne death
The father of Liam Potts has urged people to “hold, cuddle, and cherish your loved ones” following the 22-year-old soldier's death.
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Police seek giggling man after 'shaken' woman's alleged unwanted kiss
Northumbria Police have released images of a man they want to speak to after a reported sexual offence at a premises on Fish Quay in North Shields.
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Person in hospital after medical incident sees air ambulance land in Bishop Auckland
A person was taken to hospital after the air ambulance landed in Bishop Auckland on Wednesday.
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Fundraiser for families of Cleveland Police officers killed in A66 crash hits £1m
A fundraiser launched for the families of two Cleveland Police officers killed in the A66 crash has reached £1 million.
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Home Bargains to close 33 North East stores on major date in retail calendar
Home Bargains stores across across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, Tyne and Wear and Northumberland, will be closed on a major date in the…
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Council chief who led North Yorkshire overhaul announces retirement
North Yorkshire Council chief executive Richard Flinton has announced his retirement after nearly 40 years in public service, leaving in March…
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Condolences left for "brave officers who made ultimate sacrifice" in fatal A66 crash
Heartfelt tributes have been left to the "brave officers" after they were killed in the line of duty, PC Matthew Blades and Tom Clough.
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UK jewellery company with four online brands enters administration after 19 years
UK-based jewellery company Roxoa and its four online brands have fallen into administration after nearly 20 years in business.
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Ancient Roman world returns to County Durham fort this bank holiday - full details
Cavalry, ancient warriors and artillery demonstrations are set to bring County Durham's Roman past to life at one of the region's most…
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LIVE - Man accused of killing 'dad' in Willington pub on Christmas Eve - trial day three
Live coverage of Willington manslaughter trial following Christmas Eve death of Steven Shevels
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New dog-friendly ‘Sniffari’ trail launches in Durham Dales countryside
The Rose & Crown in Romaldkirk has launched a new ‘Sniffari’ route in the Durham Dales, encouraging dog owners to prioritise their pets’…
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Middlesbrough SEND school targeted in vandalism attacks days before start of term
A Middlesbrough SEND school says pupils face disruption to trips and activities after vandals damaged three of its five minibuses days before term…
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Family marks 40 years at the helm of landmark County Durham hotel with a big party
A well-known North East family is preparing to celebrate four decades at the helm of a landmark hotel with a special bank holiday weekend event…
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Four people taken to hospital after 'very serious' early-morning house blaze
Four people have been taken to hospital after an early morning house blaze.
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‘Our hearts are broken’ - Parents’ tribute to North East teen killed in e-bike crash
McKenzie Ratcliffe’s parents have paid tribute to their “amazing young man” after the 18-year-old died in an electric motorcycle collision in…
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Countryfile legend John Craven, 86, shares 'poignant final wish'
BBC Countryfile legend John Craven has shared a "poignant final wish" according to a new report.
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Road closed off and emergency services at scene of house fire
Birchington Road and Leighton Road in Grangetown is currently closed while officers and emergency services respond to a house fire.
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A690 Crash LIVE - Road closed in Low Willington after smash
Commercial Street in Low Willington is currently closed and traffic is being diverted after a crash this morning.
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Pictures show extent of house blaze as road cordoned off and crews remain at scene
Pictures from the scene show extensive damage to a Grangetown home after firefighters were called to an early morning blaze.
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Teesside community hub could soon welcome a new doggy day care
Plans to convert a meeting room at the Robert Atkinson Centre in Thornaby into a dog day care facility for up to eight dogs have been approved by…
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Police not ruling out link between A66 crash and fatal house fire killing two people
Police are not ruling out a possible link between a fatal house fire near Middlesbrough and a crash on the A66 less than two miles away that killed…
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Public urged not to graffiti buildings with tributes to young men killed on A66
A community group has urged people not to graffiti their buildings with tributes to the young men who died in the A66 crash.
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Thousands join call to raise HMRC tax free Personal Allowance to £18,000
A petition calling for the £12,570 Personal Allowance to rise to £18,000 has attracted nearly 65,000 signatures.
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Dolly Parton's reading legacy is helping more than 3,000 children in Newcastle
Music icon Dolly Parton has been hailed as an “inspiration” who leaves a legacy that will help children in Newcastle for generations to come.
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Metro services thrown into chaos as 'cable theft' shuts major line and sparks delays
Yellow Line Metro trains were suspended between Pelaw and South Shields after another cable theft, with delays spreading across the wider network.
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How a teenager's turnaround inspired a new youth initiative in Darlington
A Darlington shopping centre manager has launched a new youth-led initiative to support teenagers aged 14 and over during the school holidays.
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Two people dead and murder investigation launched after 'devastating' house fire
Two people have died and a murder investigation has been launched following a “devastating” house fire in the early hours of this morning.
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From 'shy' magician’s assistant to lead rider - meet Kynren’s daring equestrian
From working behind the scenes in a magic act to leading a major horse production, Edie Bainbridge has built a career on persistence and daring…
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Councillor urges public not to speculate after house blaze leaves four in hospital
A councillor has urged people not to speculate about the cause of a “devastating” house fire which left four people in hospital.
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Couple return to North Yorkshire and UK's highest pub 30 years after marrying there
A couple who married at Britain’s highest pub after spotting it in a magazine have returned to the Yorkshire Dales landmark 30 years later to…
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North East chemical sector calls for clear Government strategy
A North East industry leader has joined chemical sector bosses in calling on the Prime Minister to recognise chemicals as a foundational industry…