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Much-loved County Durham restaurant that served diners for 30 years to make comeback
Emilio's, a familiar name to generations of Durham diners, will return to its former home at 96 Elvet Bridge after Notch Americano closes.
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£2m question over future of Stockton alleygates branded an 'eyesore' like a 'prison'
After 25 years of alleygates in Stockton, are they still a crime deterrent which has stood the test of time, or have times changed?
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Waltzers, wagons, and big wheel take over Yarm as fair rolls into town for 2026
Wagons, waltzers, and a big wheel have taken over Yarm as the fair rolls into town for 2026 - take a look at some pictures here.
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Catterick soldier who made 'homemade cannon' jailed for terror-linked offences
A Catterick Garrison soldier who made explosives and a “homemade cannon” while promoting extreme right-wing views has been jailed.
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Riverside stadium to host 150th anniversary performance before Cardiff clash
More than 300 Tees Valley dancers will perform at Riverside Stadium before Middlesbrough FC’s Cardiff City clash on Saturday (October 17).
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The duke, the foxes and the secret plot behind this spectacular railway bridge
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Farms disappearing from Yorkshire Dales villages amid complaints about noisy cows
Traditional farms are disappearing from Yorkshire Dales villages as farmers face complaints from residents about the noise of cattle, a councillor has warned.
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Crooked Crook accountant splashed out on holidays and Aston Martin in £3.3m tax fraud
A disgraced County Durham businessman who had offices across the North East pocketed more than £3m through his tax fraud crimes - splashing out on luxury holidays and an Aston Martin
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Manslaughter probe update as police confirm woman died in premises after bus fight
A woman died inside a premises in Hartlepool after a fight broke out on the number seven bus, police have confirmed.
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North Yorkshire chapel empty for over two years could become café bar under new plans
Plans have been submitted to Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, that could see Skinningrove's former Methodist Chapel transformed into a café bar.
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'Much-loved mam' and carer from Newton Aycliffe died after collapsing in public
A "much-loved mam" and carer from Newton Aycliffe died after collapsing in public from multiple organ failure, an inquest heard.
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Full fire service statement after 'arson attack' at Newton Aycliffe home
The cause of a fire which tore through a Newton Aycliffe home and spread into neighbouring properties is under investigation, fire crews have confirmed.
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Stars from Bridgerton and The Crown filming for Netflix to arrive in Saltburn in days
Netflix's Roald Dahl-inspired series Zoltar will bring stars including Nicola Coughlan, Toby Jones and Dominic West to Saltburn later this month.
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Man travels 4,000 miles to belt out throat song to locals at County Durham waterfall
World-renowned Mongolian throat singer Batzorig Vaanchig has showcased his unique vocals beside the River Tees at High Force waterfall, one of County Durham's most famous landmarks.
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Emergency crews called to battle blaze at derelict County Durham building
Firefighters extinguished a blaze that broke out in a derelict building nearby a County Durham shopping centre.
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Rare birds that fly 3,000 miles to North East suffer 'devastating' year
A rare seabird that travels thousands of miles from Africa to nest on the North East coast has suffered its worst breeding season.
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Plans progress for potential £6m Football Foundation sports hub in North East town
Plans are progressing for a potential Football Foundation ‘hub’ based at Eston’s Herlingshaw Centre after the MFC Foundation surrendered its long-standing lease to use the indoor site.
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Plans to expand three-in-one police, fire and ambulance roles across North Yorkshire
Plans to expand a scheme which brings together police, fire and ambulance service skills to improve public safety in rural communities are being explored across North Yorkshire.
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Teesside landmarks to glow red as council backs campaign standing against racism
Stockton landmarks will be illuminated in red as the borough backs Wear Red Day and anti-racism charity Show Racism the Red Card.
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Delight as County Durham restaurant with 'world's best lasagne' reopening in hours
Popular Italian restaurant Antico Birtley is set to reopen this week after months of closure, with delighted diners welcoming the return of the Chester-Le-Street favourite.
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Campaigner questions release of Star Hobson's mum six years into 12-year sentence
A County Durham safeguarding campaigner has questioned why a mum who allowed the death of her daughter has been released from jail, just six years into a 12-year sentence.
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Drone footage as historic Teesside shipyard's four dry docks full for first time
UK Docks fills all four dry docks at former Smith’s Dockyard on Teesside, boosting ship repair, maintenance and defence capacity on the River Tees.
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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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'Somebody needs to be held to account' over sewage discharge at North East beaches
Councillors have demanded that “somebody needs to be held to account” over an incident which led sewage to be pumped into the sea at Redcar and also complained of communication failures.
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Police issue update on Kinninvie crossroads crash as woman remains in hospital
A woman remains in hospital after a serious crash at the notorious Kinninvie Crossroads, police have confirmed.
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Police collided with banned driver's car as he was about to go wrong way down A1
A banned driver was involved in a dangerous late night police pursuit on the outskirts of Darlington which was only brought to a halt when an officer collided into his car.
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North East KFC wins midnight licence after original bid to stay open until 5am
A Sunderland KFC restaurant has won a new licence allowing it to open until midnight, despite public objections.
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650-tonne crane hoists new bridge into place on Stockton and Darlington Railway trail
A ]crane hoisted the new Gaunless Bridge into place in County Durham as a historic part of the Stockton and Darlington Railway is reinstated.
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Plans for new North East micro bar thrown out over late-night noise fears
Plans to open a new micro bar in South Shields have been thrown out over fears that drinkers and late-night noise could disturb nearby residents.
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North East man jailed for nine years over child abuse images and rape plot
Hartlepool man Christopher Lumley jailed for nine years at Teesside Crown Court for encouraging child rape and sharing indecent images online.
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Yorkshire Life launches new home and gift show in Harrogate
Yorkshire Life Home & Gift Show comes to Harrogate’s Great Yorkshire Events Centre on July 31 and August 1, 2027, with interiors, gardens, gifts, food and drink.
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Sentencing delayed for man who admitted trying to meet 14-year-old girl for sex
Tomasz Kowalczyk’s sentencing at Teesside Crown Court was delayed until November 30 after he admitted trying to meet a 14-year-old girl for sex in court.
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Newton Aycliffe residents woke to screaming and sound ‘like an explosion’ after arson
Residents living near a Newton Aycliffe house which was engulfed in flames in the early hours of this morning have described hearing a noise "like an explosion" and waking to the sound of screaming.
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Police shame drivers leaving cars on junctions in Darlington estate 'parking war'
Police have warned Darlington College drivers not to park in a nearby housing estate after residents complained about the so-called “parking wars”.
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£30m Transporter Bridge funding could be freed up as repair plans move forward
Tens of millions could be put towards fixing the Transporter Bridge, even if it is not deemed a transport project. Currently, a £30m allocation from Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) can only be used on the landmark if it is restored to full working order.
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County Durham pub's towering Sunday roasts are 'best by miles' and award-nominated
A Burnopfield pub's award-nominated roasts are drawing diners from across the region with their towering Sunday dinners, with some customers claiming .
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Amanda Owen's son Miles takes on new challenges as brother Reuben builds TV career
Amanda Owen's son Miles is helping restore Anty John's while brother Reuben runs his machinery business and fronts his own television programmes.
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County Durham man ordered to pay police officers compensation after assaulting them
Ricky Milner of Murton admitted assaulting two police officers in Seaham.
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Arson probe after fire destroys Newton Aycliffe homes leaving two women in hospital
An arson investigation has been launched after a house fire in Newton Aycliffe left two women in hospital.
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Drink-driver banned after being caught on Corporation Road in Darlington
Stockton drink-driver Sean Swain Howbrigg banned for 12 months after being caught over the limit on Corporation Road. Darlington
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North East gaming festival unveils mascot by award-winning animator
An award-winning animator and director who has worked with some of the world’s most recognisable names in television and music has designed the mascot for this year’s Animex.
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Darlington MP says women need more help to tackle violence amid national 'epidemic'
Darlington women and girls need more help to tackle violence, the town's MP has warned, as police figures reveal thousands of sexual offences across the region.
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LIVE - Large police cordon after blaze tears through Newton Aycliffe homes overnight
A large police cordon is in place outside a home in Newton Aycliffe following a fire. We will be bringing you updates as we get them.
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Couple in their 90s face huge care bill after lifetime of 'paying their dues'
I know of an old couple who are in their late 90s and in a care home having worked all of their lives.
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Villagers fear late-night events at North Yorkshire hotel could leave them sleepless
Monk Fryston Hall Hotel faces North Yorkshire licensing hearing over late-night music, alcohol and noise fears from villagers. Decision due October 19.
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Man arrested after brothers’ graves set alight in Darlington released on bail
A man arrested on suspicion of arson after the graves of two brothers were set alight at a Darlington cemetery has been released on bail.
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Two in hospital after house fire in Newton Aycliffe as large police cordon in place
Two people taken to hospital after a house fire in Newton Aycliffe as a large police cordon remains in place.
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Waiting restrictions introduced on North East city road - public notice
A temporary waiting ban has been announced on a busy Newcastle road, according to a public notice.
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North East schoolchildren star in City of Culture 2029 bid film
Middlesbrough schoolchildren star in a campaign film supporting the town’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, celebrating community and creativity.