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Inside wacky £600k Teesside townhouse with Harry Potter-style office
This Grade II listed townhouse in the heart of Norton has been transformed with striking botanical décor, luxury finishes and unique design…
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Newton Aycliffe dad slams Darlington hospital after cut on toe led to leg amputation
A Newton Aycliffe dad says his life has “changed forever” after a cut on his toe led to his leg being amputated below the knee.
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Guisborough town centre to get new 20mph zones and road changes - public notice
Redcar and Cleveland Council is set to introduce new 20mph speed limits and one-way traffic restrictions on key roads in Guisborough, according to a…
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Award-winning folk duo to bring special reunion concert to Reeth
A popular 70s folk duo, Bob Fox and Stu Luckley, will perform an "unmissable" show at Reeth Memorial Hall in September.
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County Durham man squeezed his partner's neck so tightly it burst three blood vessels
A man responded to being told a relationship was over by squeezing his partner’s neck so tightly that it caused three blood vessels to burst, a…
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Popular annual Ladies Day returns to County Durham racecourse
Sedgefield Racecourse’s Bodhi Solutions Ladies Day is set to return, combining horse racing, fashion and live entertainment in County Durham while…
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Energy bills to rise by £60 from October as Ofgem warns households
Energy bills will rise by £60 from October as Ofgem confirms a new £1,723 price cap. Here are six ways households can cut costs this winter.
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North East firm reaches milestone in turning waste biomass into cleaner aviation fuel
Teesside clean technology firm Nova Pangaea Technologies has completed successful endurance trials at its Wilton demonstration plant, saying it…
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World-famous Black Dyke Band to return to North Yorkshire venue
The Black Dyke Band, one of the world’s most celebrated brass bands, will return to The Garden Rooms at Tennants in Leyburn in 2027, following a…
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Family fun day to support Great North Air Ambulance's lifesaving work
The Great North Air Ambulance Service will host its annual Helifest family fun day at Progress House on Urlay Nook Road, featuring entertainment,…
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New programme to help North East manufacturers build inclusive workplaces
The North East Automotive Alliance, Ingeus and the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority have launched a new InclusionWorks programme to help North…
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Battle of Britain anniversary to be marked with Middlesbrough parade and service
The annual Battle of Britain commemoration will take place in September at the Cenotaph in Middlesbrough.
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LIVE - Road closed and traffic diverted after crash on County Durham road
Commercial Street in Low Willington is currently closed and traffic is being diverted after a crash this morning.
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Four County Durham directors take on gruellling 56-mile walk for Marie Curie
Four directors from a heating and renewables company are preparing to take on a gruelling 56-mile charity walk to raise funds for Marie Curie.
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Energy bills warning as millions face ‘rationing’ heating this winter
The October energy price cap will rise by 4. Find out what campaigners are warning about and what households can do to cut costs.
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Inside one of cheapest North East homes with mountains of mail and £10K price tag
A three-bedroom terraced home in County Durham with a £10,000 guide price is heading to auction, offering a major renovation challenge for its next…
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Residents told to 'avoid area' as six fire engines called to house blaze
Firefighters have told residents to "avoid the area" after a fleet of fire engines were called to an early morning blaze in Grangetown
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Durham Freemasons’ grant to support children affected by domestic abuse in Darlington
A Darlington charity that supports women and children fleeing domestic abuse has received a £15,000 grant through Durham Freemasons to help provide…
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'Unspoilt' beach under 30 minutes away from Durham for perfect family day out
Easington beach is a great place for relaxing and might be worth a visit during the last weeks of summer.
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'Heavily intoxicated' drinker at Durham bus station fined for breaching order
Jonathan Armstrong, 32, formerly of Stockton, was fined at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court after admitting breaching a criminal behaviour order…
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North East town set for road humps, cycle lanes and traffic changes - public notice
Middlesbrough Council has unveiled new traffic restrictions, cycle lanes and traffic-calming measures for central and north Middlesbrough
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Vertu brings Chinese electric vehicle brand Leapmotor to North Yorkshire town
Vertu Motors has become the first Vertu dealership to represent Chinese electric vehicle brand Leapmotor, launching the partnership at its Vauxhall…
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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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Dolly Parton's life in pictures over decades-long career after death aged 80
Dolly Parton lived an extraordinary life, with her music reaching millions of people around the world
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Parking shake-up at Teesside hospital with 'narrow spaces' to tackle bay misuse
ANPR cameras could be introduced at Redcar Hospital to tackle parking problems, with concerns raised over drivers misusing bays and drop-off areas.
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Three entrepreneurs invest £1m to transform Durham pub into new destination venue
A trio of North East entrepreneurs have invested £1 million to breathe new life into a historic Durham hospitality venue, with ambitions to create…
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Only a handful of tickets left for new County Durham festival featuring Marti Pellow
Marti Pellow and Gabrielle are set to perform at a new music event launching at Lumley Castle Hotel in Chester-le-Street.
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Housebuilder helping young people explore construction careers in North East
Housebuilder Keepmoat is tackling the construction skills shortage by training the next generation of talent through its Newcastle-based social…
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£35m transformation of North East industrial site to create modern business hub
UK Land Estates will invest millions to transform its 12-acre Seventh Avenue site on Team Valley, Gateshead, with energy-efficient upgrades…
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13 roads restrictions including traffic lights in Darlington today - see where
Drivers face 13 sets of road restrictions, including the A68 Woodland Road and Faverdale.
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Resident backlash after 'genuine concern' over plans for Teesside rugby club
Residents are opposing plans for the new clubhouse and gym - with more than 70 people signing a petition at a meeting held on Sunday, August 23.
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Theatre, hotel, and removal of 'redundant' retail space in 'bold new vision' for town
A major theatre and a new hotel are flagship projects today being unveiled as the “biggest changes to Middlesbrough in a generation”.
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North Yorkshire prepares to host Tour of Britain stage start and celebrations
Helmsley is set to host the start of the penultimate stage of the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain, welcoming some of the world’s top cyclists and…
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County Durham man heard ‘terrified scream’ as mum fell 20ft in holiday tragedy
A Chester-le-Street mum died after falling around 20ft during a family walk at a Scotland waterfall while on holiday.
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Ex-police officer accused of having sex in public and sending sexual messages on duty
A former Cleveland police officer allegedly engaged in sexual activity with another officer in public while on shift.
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People with Meta sunglasses dubbed 'wrong' for filming vulnerable people North East
Newcastle City Council has hit out at self styled 'auditors' who are “exploiting” vulnerable members of the public in videos filmed…
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Shoppers told 'do not eat' wraps sold in Sainsbury's and Morrisons due to recall
Summit Foods is recalling various filled wraps, which are sold in UK supermarkets such as Sainsbury's and Morrisons.
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Parents are being warned to check payments after CMS errors
Child maintenance payments can be too high or too low. Here's how parents can challenge a wrong calculation and the deadlines they need to know.
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Investigations into fatal A66 crash continue as total arrests reach 17
Police investigations are continuing into the events surrounding Saturday’s deadly A66 crash after five more arrests were made on Tuesday.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East.
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North East pub reopens following six-figure makeover and sports upgrade
The Rudds Arms in Marton has reopened after a six-figure refurbishment, featuring upgraded sports viewing facilities and extended outdoor space.
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The '90s gritty BBC series that got TV fans hooked on Darlington drama
Thirty years after it ended, Harry remains one of Darlington’s most intriguing TV connections. The BBC show featured Michael Elphick and Tom…
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NHS urges students to get MenB vaccine before moving into university halls
Students heading to university this Autumn are being urged to get the MenB vaccine as the NHS warns of meningitis risks in shared accommodation.
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Much-loved County Durham Italian restaurant announces closure after six years
A County Durham Italian restaurant has announced it will close after six years, following what its owners described as an “incredibly difficult…
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RECAP - Day two of trial of man accused of Willington Christmas Eve pub killing
Live coverage of Willington manslaughter trial following Christmas Eve death of Steven Shevels
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RECAP - Stretch of A1(M) closed after vehicle fire as traffic at standstill
A stretch of the A1(M) near Scotch Corner is currently closed after a vehicle fire. There are currently delays of around 80 minutes, as traffic is…
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Vehicle fire spread to hedge sparking major delays on A1(M)
Traffic has now cleared following a vehicle fire on the A1(M) which caused major delays for motorists.
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Inside Amanda Owen's remote 2,000-acre Yorkshire farm made famous on Channel 5
Inside Amanda Owen’s remote 2,000-acre Ravenseat Farm in the Yorkshire Dales, made famous by Channel 5’s Our Yorkshire Farm.
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Driver banned after being caught speeding on A1(M) in County Durham
Ummar Younis, 29, has been banned from driving for 60 days after being caught speeding on the A1(M) between Aycliffe and Bradbury.
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Teesside McDonald's major makeover update as chain reopens in days with drive-thru
McDonald's has shared a behind-the-scenes video of work at its Thornaby restaurant, which will reopen on September 2 after a month-long…