The Northern Echo
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Shildon incident LIVE - Street cordoned off with armed police at scene
A large cordon is in place on Coronation Avenue in Shildon with armed police at the scene.
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Much-loved County Durham theatre lands £7,500 boost for major theatre upgrade
A County Durham arts venue has secured £7,500 to upgrade its main performance space as part of a nationwide funding programme supporting theatres.
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North East Greggs getting limited time breakfast menu change in days
Greggs customers in the North East can order breakfast items at dinner this month after a popular menu change.
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Darlington drug abuser driven into dealing to pay off heavy debt faces prison
A young drug user driven into dealing by his debts faces prison after admitting class A and B drug-supply offences.
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Tees Valley pilot aims to create 1,500 apprenticeships for young people
Tees Valley to pilot £9.4m apprenticeship scheme helping 16-24-year-olds into work, aiming for 1,500 starts and tackling youth unemployment in the North East.
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Craghead and South Moor by-election date set after Reform UK resignation
The date for the Craghead and South Moor by-election has been set after Reform UK's majority on Durham County Council was cut to just one.
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Solar farm near Bishop Auckland could be refused as councillors discuss 'mad' plans
A controversial solar farm in Toronto near Bishop Auckland could be refused after concerns it would lead to the "industrialisation of the countryside".
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Car left on its side on hard shoulder after single-vehicle crash on A1(M)
A car was left stuck on its side on the hard shoulder of the A1(M) near Ripon, North Yorkshire, after a crash yesterday afternoon (October 6).
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County Durham primary school closed today due to major water leak
Seaham Trinity Primary School sent a message to parents this morning (October 7) to inform them of the closure, due to a water leak.
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Balaclava-clad teenager who hurled brick at police van put behind bars
Redcar teenager Cameron Coxall has been jailed for four weeks after throwing a brick through a Cleveland Police van windscreen in Middlesbrough.
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Fire crews remain at scene of overnight fire at former library as roads reopen
Fire crews remain at the scene of a blaze that happened overnight at the former Billingham Library this morning (Wednesday, October 7).
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Darlington motorist caught driving while banned on Woodland Road in court
Darlington driver Mark Appleby gets suspended prison sentence, 33-month driving ban after driving disqualified, uninsured and failing to stop for police.
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Residents urged to have their say on how £40m could transform their communities
Seven Sunderland communities are being asked to share ideas on how up to £20m each could improve their areas.
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Aycliffe specialist college shines light on dangers of 'mate crime' and exploitation
Thornbeck College learners create artwork for a national campaign highlighting mate crime, grooming and exploitation of autistic and vulnerable adults.
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Family of North East dad with 'heart of gold' pay tribute after tragic road collision
David's family described him as one of the kindest, gentlest men, with a heart of gold and infectious laugh.
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Former library 'completely destroyed' in arson attack, emergency services say
A devastating fire which destroyed the former Billingham Library is believed to have been started deliberately, the fire service has revealed.
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Historic Newton Aycliffe hotel praised by guests for spa, food and stunning grounds
The historic hotel, set in 26 acres of landscaped grounds, attracts visitors seeking spa breaks, weddings and countryside escapes.
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Why the police helicopter was spotted over Darlington last night
A NPAS police helicopter was spotted flying over Darlington last night as crews assisted Durham Police with a suspect search.
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Crash between car and HGV on A19 in County Durham causes two-mile tailbacks
A crash involving a car and a HGV caused two miles of tailbacks and delays of up to 20 minutes on the A19 in County Durham this morning (October 7).
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Historic North East warship to become haunted ghost ship attraction
HMS Trincomalee becomes a haunted attraction at Royal Navy Museums: Hartlepool with ghost stories, performances and Halloween scares.
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Dramatic pictures show devastating blaze at former North East library
Dramatic new pictures have revealed the scale of the devastating fire which tore through the former Billingham Library on Tuesday (October 6).
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Driver suffers arm injuries in two-vehicle crash at Darlington junction
Emergency services were called to Chesnut Street at the junction with Valley Street in the town at around 5.35pm, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
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LIVE - A19 reopens after crash between car and HGV in County Durham
There has been a crash on the A19 Northbound after B1404 Seaton Lane, near Seaham in County Durham. The incident has caused two miles and 20 minutes of delays.
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Britain needs a new direction - but returning to the EU is not the answer
LABOUR'S conference was ecstatic as Prime Minister Andy Burham's speech seemed to signal a return to Labour values.
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County Durham groups unite as Pitman’s Parliament reconvenes to 'rebuild communities'
Redhills’ Pitman’s Parliament reconvenes after 30 years as County Durham groups unite to rebuild communities, grow local wealth and plan a shared future.
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Marianne Faithfull sofa among many highlights of North Yorkshire antiques fair
Northern Antiques Fair returns to Leyburn, featuring a £70,000 1616 John Speed atlas, Marianne Faithfull’s sofa and rare antiques.
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County Durham driver had cocaine, cannabis and related drug in system at wheel
County Durham driver Carrie Davies banned for 14 months after admitting cocaine and cannabis drug-driving offences in Peterlee. She must complete rehabilitation.
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North East smokers urged to quit with free support during Stoptober
Stoptober urges Hartlepool smokers to quit with free expert support from University Hospitals Tees, including nicotine replacement therapy and clinics.
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Major rail disruption between Darlington and York after person hit by train
Train services between Darlington and York are facing major disruption after a person was hit by a train.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1, A167, and the A69 this morning (October 7).
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Tragedy as person dies after being hit by train between Darlington and York
A person has died after being hit by a train on the East Coast Mainline between York and Darlington
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Yorkshire Water admits £1.5m river sewage scheme has fallen short of target
Yorkshire Water admits its £1.5m Ripon scheme cut River Ure storm overflow discharges by 43 in 2025, missing its promised 75 reduction amid pollution concerns.
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Stargazers invited to the UK's highest pub for spectacular dark-sky views
Stargazers are being invited to a North Yorkshire pub famed for its spectacular night skies as darker evenings return.
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North East gym raises funds for lifeboat crews with endurance challenge
North East gym Exortus raises more than £200 for Hartlepool RNLI after 29 members tackle a gruelling 90-minute fitness challenge for lifesaving charity.
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The overlooked North Yorkshire village with a tiny church hidden among the trees
Just a short drive from Redcar lies Upleatham - a quiet North Yorkshire village hiding an intriguing past and one very unusual church.
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'Frightened' people choose to avoid County Durham bus station over disorder concerns
People in Consett have been left "frightened" and taking detours to avoid their bus station because of anti-social behaviour.
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GP warning and and advice issued over 6 supplements including iron and vitamin D
Dr Asiya Maula, a private GP at The Health Suite, warns overdosing on vitamin supplements can cause nerve damage, stomach pain and vomiting.
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Tributes pour in for 'beloved' County Durham lollipop man with 'heart of gold'
Tributes have poured in for "beloved" David McKenzie a lollipop man who dedicated himself to keeping children and families safe outside a Willington school
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Drug dealer who splashed out on luxury cars and holidays made staggering £838k
A drug dealer who enjoyed a luxury lifestyle made an estimated £838,000 from selling Class A drugs.
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Darlington Greek food favourite set to open new town centre restaurant
A Greek restaurant is set to open its doors in a new location in Darlington town centre, with bosses promising an "exciting" new venue for food lovers.
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Durham investigative hub saves £809,000 and frees 1,080 staff hours annually - report
A new County Durham investigative hub has saved more than £800,000 and returned thousands of policing hours to frontline duties, a report says.
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Popular County Durham cheesemaker to close café and shop for entire winter
The owners of a popular Teesdale cheesemaking business will close their café and shop for the winter for the first time since opening.
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Aycliffe mum's anguish as autistic son's severe pain dismissed as 'just behavioural'
A County Durham mum says medical professionals repeatedly dismissed her autistic son’s symptoms as “just behavioural” — even when he was in severe pain.
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New Lidl supermarket approved for town despite fears over employment land and traffic
Plans for a new Lidl supermarket in Skipton have been approved despite concerns about the loss of land earmarked for employment and the impact of additional traffic.
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Former Durham Police sergeant accused of sexualised behaviour towards two colleagues
A former Durham police officer will face a misconduct hearing accused of behaving inappropriately towards two colleagues while working as an acting sergeant.
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Darlington couple open first permanent cafe after six years in food van
A Darlington food van business Mighty Bite has taken a major step forward after opening its first permanent cafe to queues of customers.
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Crown Ballet to bring festive classic The Nutcracker to North East venues
Crown Ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker to Consett and Middlesbrough on November 14-15, with festive music, dance and a cast of international dancers.
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Darlington shop owner who heard crash on TikTok live feared it 'could've been fatal'
A Darlington business owner has described the terrifying moment a car crashed into her building while staff and customers were inside.
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Shildon beauty salon shortlisted for award just eight months after opening
A Shildon salon owner who swapped healthcare for aesthetics says she is “amazed” after her business was shortlisted for a Northern Echo beauty award less than a year after opening.
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Major Housing Benefit rules change will encourage 325,000 more people into work
More than 325,000 people living in supported housing and temporary accommodation will be able to keep more of what they earn under a major change to Housing Benefit rules.