The Northern Echo
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The exact date clocks go back this month in the UK and why
The change means an extra hour in bed for your Sunday lie-in and will give an extra hour of daylight as the darker nights roll in.
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Northumbrian Water backs Future Leaders programme in North East
Northumbrian Water Group backs the North East Chamber’s Future Leaders Programme with Gateshead College, developing skills and confidence in rising talent.
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Shoplifter caught filling pilowcase pulled knife on man who challenged him
A shoplifter thrown out of a convenience store by a member of the public pulled a knife and briefly chased him back inside.
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Balaclava-clad intruder caught on CCTV as community centre trashed in break-in
A much-loved community centre has appealed for help from residents after a break-in left parts of the building damaged and forced it to close.
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Darlington salon owner shortlisted for award after heartbreaking loss
A Darlington salon owner says a beauty award nomination has lifted her spirits after the sudden loss of her close friend and colleague earlier this year.
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Plan to transform 'eyesore' land into 26-space car park to 'relieve pressure' on town
Plans have been lodged for a 26-space car park in Yarm on “eyesore” land that has been empty for two decades.
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Do speed cameras have to be visible? When you can challenge a speeding fine
Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.
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Durham farming event highlights pressures facing growers and rural communities
County Durham farming leaders and councillors mark Back British Farming Day, addressing rising costs, food security and support for rural communities.
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Darlington teenager joins support crew of famous steam locomotive Tornado
Hopetown Darlington’s Holly Cuthbert, 19, joins 60163 Tornado’s support crew after volunteering in railway heritage with The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust.
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‘Another nail in the coffin’ - Fury as Bishop Auckland Hospital ward faces closure
Plans to close Bishop Auckland Hospital’s frailty ward and move services to Darlington have sparked anger from councillors, residents and the GMB union.
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UK drivers splashing pedestrians could face £5,000 fines and licence points
The warning comes as wet October weather arrives across the UK, with rainfall set to intensify through November and December.
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Families could get a huge inheritance tax break under new £1 million plan
Kemi Badenoch has pledged to slash inheritance tax and let couples pass on an extra £1m tax-free under a new Conservative plan.
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Violence-plagued horror home that left neighbours 'living in fear' shut down
A violence-plagued horror home that left terrified neighbours “living in persistent fear” has been shut down.
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Finance leaders unite in North East to build 'stronger, more resilient communities'
UNEP FI’s first UK & Ireland Community of Practice event in Newcastle explored collaboration on finance, warmer homes, energy transition and resilient communities.
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Over 700 jobs to be created as 57 sites of major UK restaurant chain to reopen
A total of 57 former Beefeater, Brewers Fayre, and Cookhouse sites are set to be bought by Common Table Group, a new hospitality company.
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Police searching for man and girl who fled scene after crashing into parked car
Police are hunting for a driver and their passenger after a car collided with a parked car before fleeing the scene on Hastings Close in Thornaby.
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Bank of England to release 4 new banknotes after 'highest ever' public response
Bank of England will release four redesigned banknotes featuring animals to celebrate the natural world.
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Five best Yorkshire beaches to visit with your dog this autumn
Restrictions are easing on beaches across the UK, with five Yorkshire coastal spots ideal for dogs this autumn.
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Subaru Crosstrek Touring: rugged all-weather SUV trades power for go-anywhere grip
The Subaru Crosstrek Touring is a rugged, go-anywhere compact SUV that trades outright performance for genuine all-weather capability and Subaru’s trademark reliability.
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Hartlepool riot defendant’s sentencing delayed as he seeks new lawyer
Cieran Anderson's sentencing for Hartlepool riot offences has been adjourned to November 18 at Teesside Crown Court; he remains on unconditional bail.
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Kemi Badenoch rejects Reform deal as Conservatives return to traditional ground
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Stunning aerial picture shows North East seaside pier that was once twice as long
A BEAUTIFUL late summer's day at the beach captured by our regular contributor, Northern Perspectives, with Saltburn pier stretching out into the blue sea and Huntcliff rising majestically into the blue sky.
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Everything we know so far about Darlington's Christmas lights switch-on 2026
It won't be long before Christmas arrives in Darlington and plans have now been revealed for this year's festive lights switch-on.
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County Durham pet crematorium where animals get 'love, dignity and respect' reopens
A pet crematorium has reopened in Annfield Plain after an eight-month closure.
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Cold front: Met Office predicts North East temperatures could plunge to 3C tonight
North East temperatures are set to plunge to 3C overnight, with rural frost possible as skies clear across the region.
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Extra tickets released for County Durham pumpkin patch after opening weekend success
Extra tickets have been released for one of County Durham's most popular autumn attractions after organisers revealed their fields are still packed with pumpkins.
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Man jailed for unprovoked stabbing of another guest at Newcastle city centre hotel
A man stabbed a fellow hotel guest after knocking on his door while armed with a knife.
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‘I’m absolutely chuffed’ - Darlington woman is crowned National Chef of the Year
Chef Ruth Hansom, who grew up in Darlington, wins National Chef of the Year, as chefs from northern England take the top three places in the London final on October 6.
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Man 'who attacked police' arrested after four-hour armed police standoff in Shildon
Hundreds of concerned and curious residents gathered around a cordoned-off Shildon street for more than four hours after a man allegedly attacked police before barricading himself inside a home.
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Tents go up for huge country music festival bringing taste of Nashville to North East
Ruby Rae's XL will bring six tribute acts, line dancing and Nashville-style entertainment to Newcastle's Times Square.
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Jailed former North East police officer accused of sending sexual video while on duty
A former Northumbria police officer convicted of controlling or coercive behaviour faces a misconduct hearing over claims he sent a sexual video while on duty.
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Pictures as armed police spotted in standoff with man in Shildon
Armed police have been spotted in a standoff with a man in Shildon.
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'New chapter' - Thai restaurant to open in town as Tomahawk fuses with Spanish spot
Lotus Lounge is coming back to Yarm as popular pan-Asian firm Little Lotus moves into the currently Tomahawk Steakhouse restaurant.
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North East RNLI crew star on BBC Two tonight racing to return husband to worried wife
A North East lifeboat crew races to save a paddleboarder in a dramatic rescue featured on BBC Two tonight.
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Tees Valley bids for £1.3bn transport overhaul as town centres set for £24m boost
Town centres across Tees Valley could receive a major transport boost under plans worth more than £1.3 billion that have been submitted to the Government.
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Jade Thirlwall dubbed 'Geordie Moana' for new Blue Planet song with Hans Zimmer
South Shields-born singer Jade Thirlwall has teamed up with Hans Zimmer for a new Blue Planet III song.
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Video shows moment man lunges at police with hammer before Shildon standoff
Here is the moment a man attacked police with a hammer before barricading himself inside his home in Shildon.
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Step inside the luxury spa guests are calling ‘perfect’ at North Yorkshire hotel
Guests are heaping praise on the new luxury spa at Gisborough Hall, with one visitor describing the experience as "perfect" after trying out the hotel's latest attraction.
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Repeat rapist who would not listen to victim's cries of 'no' is jailed for nine years
A repeat rapist who ignored a woman’s repeated cries of “no” has been jailed.
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Stockton Calling reveals first headline acts for 2027 festival
Stockton Calling 2027 announces Red Rum Club and Adult DVD as headliners for its multi-venue live music festival on March 27 in Stockton, with tickets on sale.
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Italian town and community near Paris could be twinned with County Durham
A town in northern Italy and a community near Paris could be twinned with Durham and Bishop Auckland under plans due to go before councillors.
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'Incredible' Northumberland castle named spookiest in England attracts ghost hunters
Chillingham Castle’s dark history and ghost stories are drawing ghost hunters and Halloween thrill-seekers.
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Refugee who admits County Durham burglary has 'distanced himself' from accomplices
A man involved in a high-value house burglary has cut ties with the people he was mixing with at the time, a court heard.
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66-acre County Durham nature reserve with two lakes could be yours for £700k
Escomb nature reserve near Bishop Auckland is up for sale, with an asking price of £700,000.
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Agricultural field could be transformed into secure exercise area for dogs
Plans for a secure, bookable dog exercise area near Sutton-in-Craven have been submitted to North Yorkshire Council, with fencing, parking and a dog wash.
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County Durham woman ordered to pay £25 after admitting assault on police officer
Stacey Monkhouse, 41, of Stanley, received a six-month conditional discharge after pleading guilty to assaulting a Durham Police officer in Stanley.
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Armed police standoff as man 'attacks officer then blockades himself in Shildon home'
A Shildon street has been cordoned off after a man allegedly attacked police before barricading himself inside a home.
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County Durham cocktail bar announces opening date with tickets selling fast
A new cocktail bar offering themed brunches, sing-along cinema nights and cocktails in miniature bathtubs has revealed its opening date.
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New owners to reopen well-known North East pub in 'fresh chapter' for venue
A North East pub is set to reopen its doors this week under new ownership.
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Wyvern Academy celebrates best-ever results
Wyvern Academy is celebrating its best-ever academic results, alongside a continued commitment to providing every student with exceptional opportunities beyond the classroom.