The Northern Echo
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LIVE - 'Smoke across sky' as fire erupts at old County Durham pub
Emergency services are at a scene in Catchgate, County Durham, following a fire at an old pub.
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Historic North Yorkshire church just off the A1(M) linked to knights and castles
Standing just off the A1(M) near Knaresborough, St Martin’s Church in Allerton Mauleverer is one of North Yorkshire’s most remarkable churches.
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Everything you need to know as Durham Book Festival returns with three days of events
Book lovers are set to descend on Durham this weekend as the Durham Book Festival returns with three days of events celebrating literature, creativity and debate.
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Inside fashion retailer Oliver Bonas' new store now open in Teesside Park
Oliver Bonas has opened its first Tees Valley store at Teesside Park - take a look at the new shop.
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Inside £950k Bishop Auckland church with 200-year history, own bar and luxury land
A unique former church complete with its own bar, three-bedroom annexe and around two acres of land has gone on the market for £950,000.
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RECAP - Traffic clears after crash on A1(M) in County Durham
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A1(M) at Bowburn this morning following a crash.
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Pensioners could get bigger HMRC Personal Allowance under new tax shake-up calls
A new petition calls for pensioners to get a bigger tax-free allowance, set at 110 of the full new State Pension and increased annually.
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North East care home resident, 77, publishes first book of tongue twisters
A 77-year-old North East care home resident has published his first book after a tongue-twister project revived his passion for writing.
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£150 energy bill help returns in October – check if you could qualify
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
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Woman opened Snapchat seconds before hitting quadbike in crash that killed farmer
A woman has been jailed for killing a farmer in a crash while using her phone at the wheel.
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Fight against potholes ramps up with new technology and materials being tested
The council say it has repaired 7,586 potholes since March while testing new approaches to make future repairs last longer.
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Real reindeer and chocolate making coming to Teesside garden centre this Christmas
Cherry Hill Garden Centre will transform for Christmas with real reindeer, illuminated woodland walks and new family attractions.
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Jermain Defoe opens £1m holiday home in memory of Bradley Lowery
Bradley Lowery Foundation opens £1 million Super Brad’s Pad in Scarborough, where Jermain Defoe launches an accessible holiday home for seriously ill children.
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North East drink-driver banned from roads after being twice legal alcohol limit
Newcastle motorist Ndidi Jackson banned for 17 months after admitting drink-driving at twice the legal limit.
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Panel announced as long-running BBC show returns to County Durham and airs tonight
The panel for this week's Question Time in Peterlee has been announced ahead of the BBC programme's return to County Durham.
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Amanda Owen tells Lorraine Kelly TV fame has been 'lifeline' for saving her farm
Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen reveals why TV and book deals have been a financial lifeline for her family as Our Farm Next Door returns.
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Flights at European airport to be cancelled this week as staff members strike
This European airport, which is a hotspot for tourists, has confirmed that flight cancellations are likely on October 9.
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Travel expert reveals simple tips to avoid overpaying for airport parking
A travel expert has revealed a few simple checks you should make before booking airport parking to avoid overpaying.
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Court date set over scaffolding which left Consett villagers in 'constant danger'
A three-year-long scaffolding saga which has engulfed Leadgate in Consett could soon reach a conclusion as a court order is set to be served by the council.
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Former Darlington coal depot could become three-storey flats with 34 new homes
The derelict land of a former coal depot in Darlington could be transformed into 34 new flats as new plans are lodged.
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UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
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Primark warning as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination
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Campaigners question how infrastructure for 3,500-home community will be delivered
Campaigners oppose Heronby, a proposed 3,500-home community near York and Selby, questioning traffic, infrastructure funding and delivery ahead of October 15 plans.
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Investigation ongoing after Darlington brothers’ graves set alight in 'arson attack'
A suspected arson investigation remains ongoing after the graves of two brothers who died just weeks apart were set alight at Darlington's North Road cemetery.
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14-year-old boy arrested after 'arson attack' decimates former library
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after a blaze decimated a former library building in an overnight "arson attack".
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Woman left with broken arm and pelvic injury after two-car smash near roundabout
A woman was left with a broken arm and injuries to her pelvis, abdomen, and leg after a crash near a Guisborough roundabout.
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King Charles strips 5 more people of honours including former Royal Navy officer
His Majesty has now stripped the honours from 48 individuals since coming to the throne, including 5 new ones in October 2026.
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Man charged with murder after death of woman, 22, in crash on A1(M) near Darlington
A man has been charged with murder after a 22-year-old woman died after a crash on the A1(M).
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North East fulfilment firm appoints agency to drive UK growth ambitions
North East logistics firm TSP Fulfilment appoints Karol Marketing Group to lead PR and communications as its UK e-commerce fulfilment business expands.
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Two women arrested after overnight burglary at Darlington B&M store
Two women have been arrested after an overnight burglary at a Darlington B&M store. They remain in custody.
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Man ‘thought he was dead’ after alleged stabbing and rape in County Durham home
Teesside Crown Court hears a man was allegedly stabbed, raped and held captive in a County Durham home, as four defendants face charges. Trial continues.
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LIVE - Traffic eases after crash on A1(M) in County Durham
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A1(M) at Bowburn this morning following a crash.
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Ryanair to change check-in and bag drop rules from next month
Ryanair passengers will be required to check in 60 minutes before a flight rather than 40 minutes under new rules coming into force on November 10.
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Inside stunning £795k County Durham home with tennis court and seven bedrooms
A Grade II* listed country house with a tennis court, orchard gardens and a three-bedroom annexe has gone on the market in County Durham.
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Wave of Light service at North East crematorium to remember loss of babies
Families affected by baby loss will gather at Teesside Crematorium, Middlesbrough, for Still Parents Teesside’s Wave of Light service.
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Mayor and TVCA backing BUSINESSiQ Awards at Raby Castle
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen backs BUSINESSiQ Awards, highlighting skills investment, local jobs and growth across Teesside, Darlington and Hartlepool.
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Emmerdale fans 'sorry' to see popular actor leave ITV soap after 7 years
A popular Emmerdale star, who is part of the Dingle family, will leave the ITV soap after 7.5 years.
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Geordie duo launch venture to boost North East visitor economy
North Tyneside founders launch The Geordieland Experience to attract visitors beyond Newcastle United, showcasing Newcastle, the Quayside and North East businesses.
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Aldi warns 'this can occur' as customer finds maggot in raspberry
A mother described her disgust after finding a dead frozen maggot inside a £3.49 packet of viral Aldi Specially Selected chocolate-covered raspberries.
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Man arrested after Darlington brothers' graves torched in 'arson attack'
A 55-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after the graves of two brothers who died weeks apart were set alight in Darlington.
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Balaclava ban and anti-yob orders for County Durham towns to combat 'trouble'
Balaclavas could be banned and seven County Durham towns slapped with anti-yob orders as the council discusses a crack down on anti-social behaviour.
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Rishi Sunak meets residents at North Yorkshire village hall coffee morning
Rishi Sunak meets more than 40 residents from Redmire and Castle Bolton at a coffee morning, as the Richmond and Northallerton MP visits his constituency.
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'Shock' as 13 ducks found dead in County Durham pond in suspected airgun attack
Thirteen ducks have been found dead in a pond in Pelton Fell, with the birds believed to have been shot with an airgun.
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Cadbury makes change to longstanding chocolate bar launching in stores in autumn
Cadbury has launched the Crunchie Duo bar following the recent launches of Cadbury Twirl Xtra and Cadbury Starbar Duo
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Why are we importing fuel when North Sea oil and gas is still there, asks writer
We still have the equivalent of trillions of barrels of oil and gas in the North Sea.
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Healthcare heroes celebrated at Tees and North Yorkshire awards
University Hospitals Tees honours NHS staff across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire at its Caring Better Together Awards, celebrating dedication and excellence.
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Newton Aycliffe man stole crates of drinks from post office on consecutive days
Newton Aycliffe man Scott Coates must pay £75 compensation after stealing Coke and energy drinks from Silverdale Post Office, Peterlee Magistrates’ Court heard.
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LIVE - Road clears after A19 crash near Seaham
Drivers are facing lengthy delays after a crash on the A19 near Seaham.
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Man arrested after North East stab attack on street as person taken to hospital
A man has been arrested after a stab attack in Stockton - with one person remaining in hospital with injuries not believed to be life threatening.
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Smashed Darlington B&M store taped off by police after incident overnight
Police have taped off a smashed B&M store on Northgate in Darlington following an incident overnight.