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County Durham hospitality group acquires telecoms business
County Durham-based Ramside Estates has acquired long-time supplier Select Telecom in a move aimed at supporting the hospitality group's future…
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Health concerns over high number of overweight schoolchildren in Darlington
More than one in four children starting school in Darlington are overweight or obese, according to a council report.
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Durham footpath closed for months as footbridge repairs continue - public notice
Durham County Council has temporarily closed Footpath No. 5 in Shincliffe Parish for up to six months to allow repairs to a footbridge on the…
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Historic northern city named one of the best places to retire to in England
Durham has been named one of the best cities to retire to in England thanks to its historic sites and many restaurants.
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Wet weather is back across the North East as rain pours after dry spell
Rain has returned to the North East after weeks of dry weather, with Darlington set for a wet Thursday before drier weekend conditions.
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Historic North East church may have its bells removed for good under fresh plans
St Mary’s Church in South Hylton could have its eight bells removed, repaired and relocated after the Grade II-listed building closed for worship.
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County Durham Aldi stores confirm August bank holiday hours
Aldi has announced its opening hours across County Durham for the August bank holiday weekend, giving shoppers time to plan ahead.
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County Durham lunch club secures funding for trips and activities
Older people in a rural County Durham village will be able to enjoy more social activities and days out thanks to a donation aimed at tackling…
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'About time' as more Teesside venues keep customers safe with 'Ask Angela'
The Ask for Angela scheme is expanding across Teesside, with venue staff receiving enhanced training to help people leave unsafe situations…
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'Serious incident' at care home sparks watchdog probe as 'filthy' toilets found
A 'serious incident' prompted a watchdog investigation into Delamere care home, Middlesbrough that then uncovered more issues.
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Pouring rain as students collect GCSE results day in glum weather conditions
Students collecting GCSE results across Durham and the North East may need umbrellas today, with rain forecast before drier weekend weather returns.
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How an employee-led chess competition is growing at this North East tech firm
An employee-led chess tournament is continuing to grow in the North East, bringing colleagues together through friendly competition and a shared…
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Spennymoor man given suspended sentence for 'unprovoked' assault
Lewis Greathead, 32, of Hawthorn Road, Spennymoor, has been given a suspended prison sentence after admitting assault causing actual bodily harm to…
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Man changes plea and admits joint theft of caravan from Crimdon Dene Holiday Park
A man who previously denied taking part in the theft of a caravan from a holiday park on the County Durham coast has changed plea and admitted the…
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Family of 'caring' teen, 15, race to raise £75,000 for rare cancer treatment abroad
The family of a 15-year-old is racing against time to raise £75,000 for potentially life-saving cancer treatment abroad.
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Council denies Reform allegations that trees will be chopped down for new cycle lane
Reform UK’s Newcastle and North Tyneside branch alleged on social media that trees along Stamfordham Road in Newcastle are at risk of being felled…
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Drivers could be faced with 40 minute route diversion due to roadworks
Motorists using Stonesdale Lane near Langthwaite could face a diversion of almost 28 miles while a failed retaining wall is rebuilt.
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The numbers that prove why North East needs urgent action to tackle rough sleeping
Homelessness charities have warned that a “massive shortage” of housing must be reversed if Andy Burnham is to banish the growing scourge of…
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The North East home that could be yours for just £1 but desperately needs some TLC
This three-bedroom house could be yours for just £1.
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A19 RECAP - Road reopen after multi-vehicle crash which closed road for hours
The A19 is closed in both directions between the A684 Ellerbeck and the A67 Kirklevington due to a multi vehicle crash.
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Three minutes to approve alcohol licence for hotel aimed at Teesworks contractors
It took just three minutes for a hotel touted as a “workers’ hub” for Teesworks contractors to gain an alcohol licence.
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Figures reveal hundreds of fire safety actions overdue in Darlington council flats
Hundreds of fire safety actions were overdue in council-owned blocks of flats in Darlington, a report has found.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham vows to explore the Echo's 'important' manifesto
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to explore The Northern Echo’s "important" manifesto of six key priorities we want to see deliver.
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Illegal vapes hidden inside sweet boxes discovered during North Yorkshire shop raid
Illegal vapes have been found hidden in confectionery boxes in a shop in North Yorkshire.
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Man, 60, arrested after van set ablaze behind County Durham Aldi in 'arson attack'
A 60-year-old man has been arrested after a van was set alight in an “arson attack” behind an Aldi in Seaham.
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When to see the ‘blood moon’ lunar eclipse over the North East this August
A deep partial lunar eclipse will be visible across the UK before dawn on Friday, August 28, with more than 90 per cent of the Moon covered by…
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Warning to pet owners as thunderstorms to hit North East tonight
Pet owners are being urged to prepare for thunderstorms in the North East, with vets sharing advice on reducing anxiety and preventing animals from…
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Andy Burnham promises to reconsider A1 dualling with ‘alternative’ funding
Andy Burnham is willing to explore a revived vision to dual the A1 in Northumberland.
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More than 60 TVCA officers are taking home at least £50,000, latest figures show
More than 60 officers at Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) took home over £50,000 during the most recent financial year. This figure is up from…
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GCSE Results LIVE: Darlington and County Durham pupils receive their results
Students across the North East and North Yorkshire are collecting their all-important GCSE results. Follow our blog live for updates.
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Baby-faced teen who raped two girls jailed after appeal as repeated denials dismissed
A North East teenager has been sentenced for raping two girls in 2023 and 2024.
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Police hunt underway for man in his 30s wanted in connection with attempted murder
A police hunt is underway to locate a man in his 30s wanted in connection with attempted murder.
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Child taken to hospital and air ambulance called during rescue near Roseberry Topping
A child was taken to hospital after falling from a tree and down an embankment near Roseberry Topping, with air ambulance crews also called to the…
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Costa Blanca fugitive and UK-based accomplice jailed for North East cocaine supply
Two drug dealers are behind bars for their illicit activities involving the supply of high-purity cocaine.
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Tragedy as body found in car down ditch off A-road in search for missing woman
A woman has sadly been found dead inside a car in North Yorkshire causing the road to close while police investigate.
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'Shreddy' North East wrestling star coming Teesside for family event
AEW and TNA wrestler Adam 'Shreddy' Foster will headline a W3L and Dropkick Championship Wrestling event at Queens Campus Sports Centre in…
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World-famous rocker's surprise visit to North Yorkshire market before sellout gig
World-famous shock rocker Alice Cooper was spotted browsing Scarborough Market Hall and chatting with fans just hours before a sold-out Hollywood…
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Former County Durham care home closed after damning watchdog report put up for sale
Former Bishop Auckland care home Howlish Hall which previously closed after a damning watchdog report has been put up for sale, a year later.
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Durham University finds mysterious 'black hole star' much bigger than the sun
Researchers at Durham University helped discover a possible new type of cosmic object, a ‘black hole star’, using NASA’s James Webb Space…
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Beer festival 'with surprises' coming to Teesside on August Bank Holiday weekend
Three Brothers Brewing Company will bring beers, live music, street food and celebrations as it celebrates its 10th anniversary.
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Darlington man warned he faces lengthy prison sentence after attacking woman
A man was told to expect "a lengthy prison sentence" after changing plea and admitting wounding a woman with intent to cause her grievous…
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Man charged with attempted murder of police officer struck by car in County Durham
A Hartlepool man has been charged with attempted murder after a police officer was hit by a car in Horden, County Durham.
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Man who plunged into River Wear from Durham bridge in serious condition after rescue
A 28-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital after being pulled from the River Wear off North Road in Durham.
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County Durham man pleads not guilty to strangling and assaulting emergency worker
A man who was charged with strangling and assaulting an emergency worker has pled not guilty following an alleged attack in County Durham last…
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Review: The Last Laugh lauds Cooper, Morecambe and Monkhouse at Darlington Hippodrome
Andrew White watches Paul Hendy’s affectionate, laugh-out-loud play in which three comedy legends share a dressing room and dissect the secret of…
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County Durham air ambulance paramedic set to tackle Great North Run with 16kg manikin
A Durham air ambulance paramedic Jake Gunn is set to tackle the Great North Run carrying a 16kg rescue manikin to raise funds for the charity he…
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North East business support group appoints new chief executive
A North East business support organisation has appointed a new chief executive as it looks to build on its legacy of helping businesses grow and…
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Pepe’s Piri Piri opens new Darlington town centre restaurant creating 15 jobs
A new Pepe’s Piri Piri restaurant has opened in Darlington, creating 15 jobs.
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Why the police helicopter was spotted over Darlington and Newton Aycliffe last night
A NPAS police helicopter was spotted flying over Darlington and Newton Aycliffe last night as part of a training exercise.
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RECAP- Cows on A1(M) near Darlington caused major delays
There are currently severe delays around 58 minutes on the A1(M) near Low Coniscliffe, Darlington after a crash. We will be bringing you the latest…