The Northern Echo
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North Yorkshire man with Down's syndrome reaches global final with 'stunning' photo
A North Yorkshire photographer has reached the final of an international competition showcasing the talents and perspectives of people with Down’s…
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Ferryhill man admits dangerous driving in head-on crash that saw air ambulance called
A man has changed pleas and admitted responsibility for a serious injury road accident caused by his dangerous driving prior to a head on collision.
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How tougher council powers have reduced town centre disorder in Darlington
Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) have helped reduce begging and tackle anti-social behaviour in Darlington, a council review has found.
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County Durham driver disqualified after failing drink-drive test
Consett drink driver Gemma Streeter has been banned from the roads after being caught behind the wheel at more than twice the legal alcohol limit.
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Homeowners urged not to delay installing solar panels
A recent analysis by Solar4Good has revealed that solar panels now offer a payback period of just seven to 11 years for many UK households—a…
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Thousands join campaign demanding State Pension from age 60
Thousands backed calls for the State Pension age to be cut to 60 before a petition demanding change closed with 7,792 signatures.
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'Do not eat' recall warning as potentially fatal E.coli found in food item
Symptoms include severe diarrhoea, abdominal pain and occasionally HUS, a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.
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US coffee shop chain with 800 stores eyeing up business in UK, reports
A popular coffee shop chain in the US, 7 Brew, is reportedly hoping to grow its business and open locations in the UK.
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Which? warns Brits of 'dangerous' scam involving every day card payments
You could be approving a card payment set up by a fraudster in this "dangerous" scam, Which? warns.
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The new Honda Prelude looks every inch a sports coupe but is 184PS enough?
Honda’s decision to revive the Prelude nameplate in the electrified era comes with big expectations.
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Hour-by-hour forecast as Darlington set to be hotter than Tenerife reaching 32C
The scorching heat will continue across the North East today, with temperatures expected to rise rapidly through the morning before reaching around…
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County Durham entrepreneur among UK’s most innovative business leaders
Consett entrepreneur Kate Murray, founder and CEO of housing technology firm Ubrix, has been named one of 100 winners of the Innovate UK Women in…
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Landmark artwork unveiled ahead of opening of North East education hub
A striking 30-foot mural by renowned North East artists Jimmy Turrell and Prefab77 has been unveiled on St James’ Boulevard in Newcastle ahead of…
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Solar eclipse - County Durham readers share their stunning pictures
Readers share their pictures capturing the solar eclipse over County Durham
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A19 crash LIVE - Road closed and delays after County Durham crash
The A19 is partially blocked and causing slow traffic following a crash between Easington and Murton.
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Great North Run reveals celebrity line-up for 2026 race day
The AJ Bell Great North Run has unveiled a star-studded celebrity line-up for this year’s event, with football favourite Chris Kamara, TV…
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Everything you need to know about the Bishop Auckland Family Festival 2026
Bishop Auckland Family Festival is set to return to Jane Armstrong Park this weekend, with four thousand people expected to attend.
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Popular Teesside band headline North East show in 'massive moment'
A grassroots music night celebrating some of the North East's most promising original artists is set to return this autumn, with one of the…
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Temperatures will hit 32C
We will be bringing you all the latest updates about the scorching weather which will hit 32C today (August 13).
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Cold War tank giant goes on display at North Yorkshire attraction
A Cold War-era Chieftain Mk.10 tank has gone on display at Eden Camp in North Yorkshire, offering visitors a close-up look at one of Britain’s…
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North East city to honour Merchant Navy with Red Ensign ceremony
Sunderland A will pay tribute to the vital contribution of the Merchant Navy, honouring those who serve at sea.
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Police concerned for North East man missing for more than ten days
Police are searching for a North East man in his 20s who has been missing for more than ten days.
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Young people in North East to begin careers in steel industry
Young people from across the North East are set to begin careers in the steel industry as British Steel invests in the next generation of workers…
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Darlington Amazon worker honoured for support of Black communities
Amazon employee Henry Jacob, from Darlington, has been recognised at the company’s annual “That’s BENtastic!”
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Meet people in pink helping Teesside women stay safe after 'horrible' nights out
Women's Street Watch Middlesbrough patrol the town centre every weekend - helping women get home safely at the end of a night out.
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Top fireworks companies to compete at North Yorkshire stately home
Newby Hall and Gardens near Ripon, North Yorkshire, will host the annual Fireworks Championships as some of the UK’s leading pyrotechnic teams…
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Warning of 'hidden dangers' in County Durham waters as temperatures soar above 30C
County Durham council has reminded residents of the dangers of open water with temperatures set to rise above 30C.
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Landlord repossesses popular village pub near Darlington as notice appears in window
The George and Dragon pub in Heighington has been repossessed by its landlord after a notice of peaceable re-entry was placed in the window.
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NHS crackdown on staff violence in Teesside as workers 'tackled to the ground'
NHS staff at Teesside hospitals have revealed the scale of violence they face, with more than 1,400 incidents recorded in one year.
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County Durham family scared and 'getting funny looks' after armed police circled home
An Annfield Plain family has been left “shaken” after armed police surrounded their home while a mum and her two young children were inside.
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'Devious' sex offender, described as 'a high risk to young females', locked up again
A repeat sex offender who is considered "a high risk" to young females is back behind bars after his latest breach of a court order.
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How to pronounce the village beside mysterious ancient henges and near A1(M)
How to pronounce the tiny North Yorkshire village of Thornborough, known for its ancient henges and countryside near Bedale and the A1(M).
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Village school near Darlington gets national recognition for life skills programme
Clervaux Garden School in Croft-on-Tees, near Darlington, has been awarded a national Silver Award from the Skills Builder Partnership for helping…
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Sunderland roads to close for gas main replacement works - public notice
A series of roads in Sunderland’s Castletown area will close for up to six months from 21 September to allow gas main replacement works, with…
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North Yorkshire town to sparkle with festive attractions
A North Yorkshire town is set to sparkle this Christmas with a packed programme of festive attractions, family experiences and seasonal…
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Banned driver caught behind the wheel in Chester-le-Street is jailed for eight weeks
Disqualified driver Peter Stead has been jailed for eight weeks after admitting driving while banned and uninsured in Chester-le-Street.
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'Flavoursome' Whitley Bay fish and chip shop named one of the best in the UK
Fisherman's Bay in Whitley Bay has been named one of the best fish and chip shops in the UK - have you ever tried it?
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Footpaths in North East estate to close for gas main repair works - public notice
Sections of footpaths in Dene Gardens, Houghton-le-Spring, will temporarily close while gas main repair works are carried out, according to a…
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'We are fighting back against HMOs more than ANY other county'
Durham County Council leader Andrew Husband writes in his latest Northern Echo column and tells how he is fighting back against HMOs
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Council outlines £19.5m plan to regenerate 'disadvantaged' Darlington communities
A £19.5 million regeneration programme aimed at improving some of Darlington's most disadvantaged neighbourhoods has been developed as part of…
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County Durham café owner battling two cancers makes renewed plea for help
A much-loved County Durham play café has renewed its plea for help as the owner is diagnosed with a second, separate cancer.
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Dozens of North Yorkshire runners visit one of the world's most scenic parkruns
Ripon Runners travelled from North Yorkshire to County Cork, Ireland, to take part in the Bere Island parkrun, widely regarded as one of the…
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County Durham firm seeks approval for extra vehicle at site - public notice
County Durham firm Maudesville Corp Ltd has applied to increase the number of vehicles operating from its Birtley depot, with plans to keep an…
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Rare royal Rowntree's chocolate box sells for £1,700 in North Yorkshire
A rare silver Rowntree’s chocolate box made for the coronation of King Edward VII has sold for £1,700 at a Scarborough auction, far exceeding…
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Free gardening workshop for children at North East garden centre
Dobbies Garden Centre in Birtley is inviting children to explore the colours of autumn at a free Little Seedlings Club workshop, with hands-on…
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North East estate to close for retaining wall repair works - public notice
The footway at Hill Top Gardens in Low Fell, Gateshead, will temporarily close for structural repairs, with restrictions affecting the route between…
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Hundreds sign shipping petition after River Tyne nurdle spill nightmare
Hundreds of people have signed a petition demanding stricter shipping regulations after the Tyne nurdle spill, as local businesses rally to support…
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Council criticised for decision to spend £234k of housing money in County Durham park
Two Sedgefield councillors have criticised a decision to allocate £234,000 of housing developer contributions to improvements at Hardwick Park.
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Driver left doing double take as 'wallaby' hops across Bishop Auckland road
A suspected wallaby has been spotted on dashcam footage crossing a road in Bishop Auckland.
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North East Asian restaurant where dressing pink bags £5 dishes and cocktails
Wear pink to Pho Newcastle on Wednesdays throughout August to unlock selected £5 dishes, desserts and spicy pink margaritas as part of its Pink…