The Northern Echo
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What is the 'add me on WhatsApp' scam as over 3,600 complaints made to regulator
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) received more than 3,600 complaints about these automated calls in September.
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Darlington residents offered chance to learn gardening skills in free course
The new 10-week Grow, Learn, Thrive gardening course in Darlington is helping people grow their skills and confidence.
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North East brewery creates exclusive 'Brewmo' beer for train passengers
Newcastle brewery Full Circle Brew Co creates Brewmo craft beer exclusively for Lumo passengers on its East Coast rail route, served onboard refreshments.
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Subway announces plans that could see hundreds of new shops across UK
Subway is overhauling its restaurants with digital kiosks, an evening menu and plans to double store numbers.
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Inside the Michelin Guide café hidden behind a North Yorkshire garden centre
A café tucked behind a North Yorkshire garden centre has earned a place in the Michelin Guide for its seasonal cooking.
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Haulage firm seeks Durham base for goods vehicles and trailers - public notice
Land-Star Express applies to expand at Tursdale Business Park, Durham, housing seven HGVs and 12 trailers
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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.
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Plans for Stack venue at iconic Whitley Bay Spanish City scrapped after delays
Plans for a Stack venue and rooftop terrace at Whitley Bay's iconic Spanish City have been canned.
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The quiet County Durham village with a Roman fort hidden beneath its streets
Ebchester is a peaceful County Durham village built over the Roman fort of Vindomora, with riverside walks, ancient history and woodland trails.
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New nursery officially opens in Yarm with state-of-the-art facilities
Little Phoenix Nursery, part of Yarm School, was recently opened by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen.
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Inside the cosy Saltburn shop combining Scandinavian style and speciality coffee
This popular Saltburn shop pairs Scandinavian-style interiors with speciality coffee, artisan bakes and a cosy atmosphere.
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The end of a fruitful era as Darlington's best-known market stall closes for good
Darlington’s best-known market stall closed for good yesterday. PETER BARRON watched a sad day unfold...
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Joy as County Durham Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt announces birth of second child
Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, from Bishop Auckland, has announced the birth of her second child, Clark, with partner Scott Dobinson.
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Redcar charity that began in church hall now helping 8,000 people every year
Footprints in the Community café, which began in a church hall 15 years ago, has grown into a charity helping more than 8,000 people every year.
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Middlesbrough donate Legacy Game stream proceeds to families of killed A66 officers
Middlesbrough will donate proceeds from its Legacy Game live stream to the families of PC Blades and PC Clough, who were killed on the A66 in August.
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The three North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week
XXXX 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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A former bank has been turned into a tapas in a North Yorkshire town: does it add up?
ONE aspect of our changing High Streets is the growing number of "ghost" bank premises. The often-grand buildings that were once the anchors that oiled the commercial engines of our town centres with cash and friendly bank managers are now for the most part empty shells.
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North East smoking rates fall below 10 per cent after two decades of progress
Latest figures show North East smoking rates at a record-low 9.7 per cent,England’s biggest two-decade drop, with pregnancy smoking down to 5 per cent in the region.
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Behind the scenes with cast of All Creature Great and Small series 7
All Creatures Great and Small stars Rachel Shenton and Nicholas Ralph have taken fans behind the scenes at Skeldale House as series seven airs on Channel 5.
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When was the second series of the BBC's Celebrity Traitors filmed?
The new series of the Celebrity Traitors has started with more heated roundtables taking place but when was it actually filmed?
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Officer at County Durham jail said inmate was 'the butter to my toast' in love letter
A female prison officer exchanged intimate messages with an inmate, telling him he was, “the butter on my toast” and “the milk in my tea”, a court heard.
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County Durham route gets permanent entry bans and 50mph limit - public notice
Durham County Council has made the A1018 and B1404 Seaton Lane restrictions permanent, with entry bans and a 50mph limit
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Michelin-starred North East chef finishes second in UK contest
Newcastle chef Scott John-Hodgson, of Michelin-starred Solstice and House of Tides, is runner-up in National Chef of the Year 2026, won by Ruth Hansom.
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How Stanley brothers David and William Horsley made Hollywood history
Long before Hollywood became the global home of cinema, two brothers from Stanley in County Durham helped lay its foundations.
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Sad day for Darlington as 151-year-old JJ Blair & Sons stall closes
It is so sad for the Blair family, who lost Robin, the public face of the market, only a couple of months ago, and it is sad for the devoted staff – like Dave Gaskin and Christine Hanlon, to name but two – who have given so many decades to the stall and the people of Darlington.
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The Darlington market family whose remarkable story has spanned 151 years
WHEN Darlington Covered Market opens this morning, for the first time in 151 years, there will not be a member of the Blair family selling fruit and veg.
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Durham University honorary graduate Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
A Durham University honorary graduate and former Durham Law School figure has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
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Two men charged after huge cannabis farm found on County Durham industrial estate
Two men have been charged after officers discovered a significant cannabis cultivation during a police raid in Seaham.
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Lost Teesside nightclubs known for packed dancefloors and unforgettable nights out
From Arena and The Mall to Tall Trees and Millennium, these are the lost Teesside nightclubs remembered for packed dancefloors and unforgettable nights out.
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Amanda Owen's daughter gives hilarious verdict when asked if she's a good mum
Amanda Owen's daughter Clemmie left her mum and an audience laughing after giving a candid verdict on the Yorkshire Shepherdess's parenting.
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23 people named in High Court action over alleged breaches at traveller site
Twenty-three have been named in High Court proceedings over an unauthorised traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside following claims that a court order banning further development has been ignored.
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'Very intimidating' balaclavas should be banned in County Durham say residents
County Durham residents have said the council's plan to ban 'very intimidating' balaclavas would be a 'good' decision.
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The County Durham chippy blowing customers away with its huge bargain portions
Godfather fish and chip shop in Stanley is stunning customers, who praise its generous portions and wallet-friendly deals.
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Why visitors are praising this garden centre's 'best in the North' Christmas display
'I'm dying to go' say visitors as Azure Garden Centre reveals its Christmas themes, twinkling lights and festive displays.
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New County Durham SEND plan as thousands of children wait for assessment
A new special educational needs strategy is set to be approved in County Durham amid a backlog of over 5,600 children waiting for SEND assessments.
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North Yorkshire councillor quits Green Party saying ‘the party has left me'
North Yorkshire councillor Kevin Foster quits Green Party over its change of direction, becoming an independent while continuing to lead the council group.
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Village green with mystery owner given protected status after nearly 60 years
A North Yorkshire village green which has no registered owner has been granted protected community status after being maintained by local residents for almost 60 years.
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Two women charged with burglary after Darlington B&M smashed overnight
Two women have been charged after an overnight burglary at a Darlington B&M. They are scheduled to appear at Peterlee Magistrates' Court.
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Greggs joins growing line-up at £15m North East development creating new jobs
Greggs will open a drive-to outlet at Sunderland’s £15m Eastgate Point development, creating 12 jobs at the former Littlewoods site on Commercial Road.
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North East Liberty X star returning home for reunion with Hear'Say after 25 years
LibertyX singer Michelle Heaton is set to return to the North East for a reunion tour marking 25 years since ITV’s Popstars.
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Man appears in court charged with murder after fatal A1(M) crash near Darlington
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a crash on the A1(M). He was remanded in custody.
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This Morning star shocks fans after revealing she is from North East market town
This Morning star Ashley James has shocked fans after Northumberland market town she was raised in features in new London home.
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Beloved Darlington grocer's widow pays tribute to him as historic stall closes
The wife of beloved Darlington greengrocer Robin Blair has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband as the family business he devoted his life to closes after more than 150 years.
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Boro legend Juninho spotted by fans at Teesside restaurant ahead of Legacy Game
Middlesbrough icon Juninho was spotted at Cena in Yarm ahead of the club's sold-out Legacy Game celebrating 150 years of the club.
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A19 closed in North Yorkshire over welfare concerns for man as air ambulance called
A major road in North Yorkshire was temporarily closed following concerns for the welfare of a man, with police and the air ambulance called to the scene.
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A19 closed in both directions amid reports of 'naked man' near Northallerton
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is currently blocked due to an incident - with reports of 'severe delays'.
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Sneak peek inside County Durham's new all pink cocktail bar ahead of grand opening
Cocktail lovers are being given their first glimpse inside a brand-new County Durham venue ahead of its much-anticipated opening next week.
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Two 12-year-olds speak to police after suspected arson attack at former library
Two 12-year-old boys have come forward to speak to police in connection with a suspected "arson attack" at the former Billingham library.
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Council refuses plans for major solar farm branded 'utter madness' by neighbours
Plans for a major solar farm near Bishop Auckland have been refused by Durham County Council after residents branded the proposal 'utter madness'.
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Village pub to reopen after 11 months following major £320k transformation
A £320,000 makeover will bring a closed village pub back to life with a new food menu, live entertainment and family-friendly plans.