The Northern Echo
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North Yorkshire town 'steeped in history' named one of the loveliest harbours
Whitby has been named one of the loveliest harbour towns in Britain thanks to its quirky streets and award-winning restaurants.
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20 County Durham planning applications you need to know about
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Durham County Council in the past week, featuring proposals ranging from home extensions and…
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Foul-mouthed County Durham dad hurled abuse at neighbour and snatched doorbell cam
A foul-mouthed Horden dad hurled abuse at his neighbour and snatched her doorbell camera leaving her “scared to leave the house”.
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Plans for former North East dessert shop to turn into micro bar with live music
A former dessert delivery takeaway on Stanhope Road in South Shields could be turned into a licensed micro bar, under plans submitted to South…
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We tried a 'starbathing' stay in Northumberland and were blown away by the food
We went to Charlton Hall's The Tempus to try their new 'starbathing' package and were blown away by the food.
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around Darlington this weekend
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Darlington, according to…
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We ate at buzzing new Italian in stunning barn where food was second to none
A new Italian restaurant near Darlington is creating quite the buzz - and we found it most definitely lives up to the hype.
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Take a look inside this distinctive Darlington riverside property going for £275,000
If you're looking for a home that's truly different, Skerne Studios, a gated development of just five individually designed properties…
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Young prisoner found dead in County Durham cell for reasons still not known
A young prisoner, 26, was found dead in his cell at HMP Deerbolt, an inquest has heard.
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Warrant for arrest of woman who tried to bring hard drugs into Durham jail
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a woman who failed to turn up at court having been found with drugs secreted on herself on arrival at…
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Inside 900-year-old hilltop County Durham church built for powerful bishops
St Michael and All Angels in Bishop Middleham has stood watch over the surrounding countryside for almost 900 years.
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How County Durham woman is writing a new chapter after a multiple sclerosis diagnosis
The former lawyer who has found a new purpose as an author as she learns to live with multiple sclerosis. PETER BARRON reports
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The 13 North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery this week
Thirteen North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.
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High street giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing £46m
A UK high street retail giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing more than £46 million
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Full list of retailers where disposable barbecues are banned from sale
UK retailers have been asked to implement a ban on selling disposable barbecues until further notice due to wildfire risks
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Pub pledges tighter security after boy witnessed dad's 'violent' glassing attack
The manager of a County Durham pub has pledged to increase staffing and introduce tighter security measures after a man suffered life-changing…
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Residents invited to help shape plans for Metro extension to North East town
Residents in Washington and surrounding communities are being invited to help shape plans for the long-awaited extension of Tyne and Wear Metro…
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Hartlepool MP tells Royal Mail ‘do your job’ as he rejects free cocktail invite
Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash has turned down an invitation to Royal Mail’s Labour Party conference cocktail event, saying the company must first…
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Northumberland National Trust site that is like 'stepping into a fairytale'
If you are looking for somewhere magical to spend a day, you might want to visit the National Trust site, Cragside.
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Woodland and waterside views on 'stunning'North Yorkshire countryside walk
Weekend walk: Wildlife and Woodland at Fewston Reservoir
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More than 130 vulnerable children helped by Cleveland charity role
More than 100 vulnerable children across Cleveland have received support and protection from a Barnardo’s specialist whose role is funded by the…
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Nine-year-old’s dream inspires new family-run North East fidget and sensory toy shop
A North East family are preparing to launch a new shop selling sensory and fidget toys inspired by their nine-year-old daughter's business idea.
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Yorkshire Air Ambulance partnership extended after £150k raised
Yorkshire Air Ambulance will continue to benefit from a longstanding partnership with animal feed manufacturer I’Anson Bros Ltd after the company…
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Attempted kidnap probe as man arrested after person 'tries to grab child'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after a person tried to grab a child on a bike in Hartlepool.
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'I got to Greggs every day - now I've build my own version in my back garden'
A Gateshead joiner and Greggs superfan has transformed his back garden into a bakery-themed bar featuring steak bake cushions, sausage roll décor…
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Former County Durham college set for demolition ahead of major redvelopment project
Demolition and asbestos removal work at the former Fyndoune Community College site in Sacriston has been approved as part of plans to redevelop the…
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Electricity outage after lorry knocks over telegraph pole in County Durham crash
A lorry knocked over a telegraph pole on a Crook road, forcing the closure of the A689 while repairs were carried out.
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Wensleydale Creamery owner bought by world leading dairy firm in new deal
A world-leading dairy firm has bought Wensleydale Dairy Products as its owners sell off its UK dairy division.
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Drivers stunned as supermarket sign shows diesel at eye-watering 433.2p per litre
An Asda fuel station sign near Hartlepool Marina displayed diesel at 433.2p per litre, but the supermarket has confirmed what happened.
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Travellers who upped sticks from football pitch to field threatened with legal action
Travellers who moved from a Redcar football pitch to a new site just a mile away have been threatened with legal action.
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North Yorkshire band releases new single ahead of final seaside show
The Saltburn Smugglers have released a new single as crowds continue to flock to their popular Shanties on the Shore performances.
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Sunderland set to honour generations of merchant seafarers at City Hall ceremony
Sunderland will raise the Red Ensign at City Hall on Thursday, September 3, marking Merchant Navy Day and honouring the city’s long maritime…
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Grandma who knocked down and killed OAP days before Christmas outside M&S avoids jail
Mrs Grimshaw, an 81-year-old retired teacher from Whitley Bay, was struck while crossing outside Marks & Spencer at Silverlink Retail Park on…
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Straw bales scattered across North Yorkshire road after tumbling out of tractor
Drivers faced delays after a tractor lost its load of straw bales on the Guisborough Bypass roundabout this morning, leaving hay scattered across…
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County Durham man given conditional discharge for shop thefts
Shotton Colliery man Christopher Stevenson, 39, has been given a 12-month conditional discharge after admitting a series of shop thefts and…
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North Yorkshire pub lodges appeal to keep beer garden as refusal branded 'draconian'
The owners of a Richmond pub have appealed against the refusal of retrospective planning permission for improvements to its beer garden.
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Boy, 13, charged with 21 offences after several County Durham burglaries and assaults
A 13-year-old boy has been charged with 21 offences, including burglary, vehicle theft and assault, following a series of incidents in County Durham.
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Darlington burglar spared jail after stealing £8 from home
Darlington man Edvardas Kaduskevicius has been given a suspended 12-month prison sentence after admitting burglary and the theft of £8 from a home…
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'Shocking' video shows campervan forced to do U-turn on A1 after going wrong way
Shocking footage captured on a dashcam has shown a campervan forced to make a u-turn in the middle of a dual carriageway section of the A1 in…
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Newton Aycliffe play café to close with 'heavy heart' after opening earlier this year
A children’s play café in Newton Aycliffe is set to close just months after opening its doors.
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Bishop Auckland pub landlords announce departure as new owner takes over venue
A County Durham pub has confirmed its former landlords have left after a year, with a new owner now taking over.
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Teen wanted in connection over string of assaults and burglaries in North East town
Police are appealing to trace Curtis Farry in connection with two serious assaults and two burglaries.
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DWP refunds claimants after admitting hundreds of fraud penalty errors
Nearly 200 benefit claimants are being refunded after the DWP found administrative fraud penalties were wrongly applied.
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Much-loved County Durham restaurant to reopen under new ownership
Knitsley Mill is set to reopen under new ownership and the direction of an experienced local operator.
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Quirky North East sweet shop with vintage twist to appear on BBC Dragons’ Den
Mr Swainstons, the South Shields traditional sweet shop run by Sean Robinson and John Gray, will appear on Dragons’ Den on BBC One on Thursday,…
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Pub fans confused as County Durham live music spot appears closed without warning
The music venue in Crook appears to have suddenly closed, leaving visitors confused.
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'Despicable' GP sexually assaulted woman saying he was 'checking for lumps'
A “despicable” GP who sexually assaulted a woman by grabbing her breasts and saying he was “checking for lumps” has been jailed.
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Firefighters called to field blaze next to Darlington electric substation
Firefighters battled a field blaze next to an electric substation between Salters Lane and Yarm Road in Darlington on Thursday (August 13).
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Six arrested as weapons, drugs and cash seized in North East police crackdown
Six people have been arrested during Northumbria Police’s Operation Impact day of action across North Tyneside, with officers targeting serious…
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KLM flight to Teesside Airport forced to return to Amsterdam after 'technical issue'
Holidaymakers on a flight bound for Teesside Airport were forced to divert back to Amsterdam after a ‘technical issue’ mid-flight.