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Rapist left woman fearing she'd die as he strangled her in 'inhumane' attack
A man who strangled and raped a woman has been jailed after she described how the attack ‘changed her life forever’.
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A1(M) LIVE - One dead after 'serious' overnight crash in Darlington
A serious multi-vehicle crash last night closed the A1(M) south of Darlington into mid-morning today. The A1(M) northbound has now reopened, with severe congestion southbound while local authorities clear an oil spillage following the collision. Follow our live blog for updates.
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Deliveroo delivery robots coming to Teesside streets in first UK rollout
Stockton has been chosen as one of the first UK locations for Deliveroo and Coco Robotics' new robot food delivery service.
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Young woman dies and two arrested after two-vehicle crash on the A1(M)
A 22-year-old woman has died and two men have been arrested after a two-vehicle crash on the A1(M).
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'A brilliant opportunity' as Raby Castle welcomes the 2027 BUSINESSiQ Awards
The 2027 BUSINESSiQ awards will take place at Raby Castle on Thursday, April 29 - and nominations are now open.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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RAF Linton asylum centre could face closure within three years
RAF Linton-on-Ouse asylum centre faces questions over its July 2029 closure deadline, costs and viability as Home Office plans for up to 1,200 men undergo review.
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Hunt to find man in connection with Ferryhill attack
Police are trying to identify a person they want to question about an assault in County Durham.
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20 million UK consumers could share in £1bn Google claim over 'hidden charges'
Around 20 million UK consumers and businesses could be entitled to a share in a £1 billion claim against Google - see if you are one of them.
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Hero stabbed as they stepped in to detain 'shoplifter' in high street bakery chain
A member of the public suffered a minor hand stab wound at Cooplands in Stockton on October 2 after trying to detain a shoplifter.
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HMRC warning to 1.1m people earning £30,000 as major tax change is just months away
HMRC has warned 1.1 million to prepare for Making Tax Digital, which becomes mandatory for those with self-employed turnover above £30,000 from April 2027.
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Ex-Sunderland keeper Jordan Pickford ‘almost caused crash’ in £200k Lamborghini
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford nearly caused a crash with two other cars during a bout of careless driving in his £200,000 Lamborghini supercar, a court has heard.
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Crash on major road claims lives of woman in her 70s and a man in his 90s
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 70s and a man in his 90s died in a crash near Scaling Dam on Friday night (October 2).
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'Family-run' UK haulage company falls into liquidation after 13 years
"Family-run" UK haulage and warehousing company Q Delivery Services has entered liquidation after more than 13 years in business.
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Darlington incident LIVE - Updates as 999 crews called to Skinnergate
Police and paramedics are on Skinnergate in Darlington this afternoon after an incident.
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Pensioners urged to check their Winter Fuel Payment as letters arrive
Some pensioners could miss out on up to £300 in Winter Fuel Payment even if they are old enough to qualify, an expert has warned.
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Over 700 jobs at risk as major UK car parking firm enters administration again
Over 700 jobs are at risk as a major UK firm has entered administration again, making it the second time this year.
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Bake Off star Nigella Lawson admits to 'stealing' alcohol and cheese
Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson has made a stunning start as a judge in The Great British Bake Off
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County Durham school praised by Ofsted after pupil numbers soar by more than 50
Government inspectors found Staindrop Academy to be at ‘Strong standard’ for both Inclusion and Personal Development and Wellbeing.
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County Durham tip forced to close after strong winds spark 'emergency closure'
A household waste and recycling centre in County Durham has been forced to close as strong winds sweep across the region.
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Plans for 3,500-home village community to go on public display
Updated plans for 3,500-home Heronby community near York and Selby go on display October 15, ahead of an outline planning application to North Yorkshire Council.
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Mr Bean legend from County Durham makes major comeback 40 years since last show
County Durham-born Mr Bean star Rowan Atkinson is returning to West End comedy with a new show featuring famous characters and sketches.
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Nigel Farage - What my Reform government would do in its first 100 days
Writing for The Northern Echo, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage sets out what he says his government would do in its first 100 days in power, including pledges on immigration, tax and energy bills.
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Three North East firms secure £208m deal to build extra care homes
Karbon Homes appoints Robertson, Caddick and Esh to a £208m framework delivering extra care and supported housing across the North East and Yorkshire region.
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Newton Aycliffe pervert raped sleeping woman before begging her not to report attack
A man raped and sexually assaulted a sleeping woman before begging her not to report him to police, a court heard.
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Step inside £220,000 Chester-le-Street bungalow with much more than meets the eye
Remodelled two-bedroom bungalow in Chester-le-Street’s Garden Farm offers open-plan living, solar panels, garage, parking and no onward chain for over £220,000.
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Refurbished Tees Valley offices ease 'Grade A' workspace shortage
Refurbished Grade A offices at Westminster House, Stockton, are easing Tees Valley’s premium workspace shortage as new commercial construction stalls.
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A1(M) LIVE - Road closed overnight after 'serious' crash at Darlington
A serious multi-vehicle crash last night has closed the A1(M) south of Darlington. Follow our live blog for updates.
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Long-empty TK Maxx unit set for £5m makeover as new bingo venue approved
Plans for a new £5m bingo venue at Sunderland's The Bridges have been approved, with an early 2027 opening planned.
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£15,000 raised to bring County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' home
More than £15,000 has been raised to bring a Seaham man killed in a suspected hit-and-run in Florida home to his family.
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Sky confirms 7 changes coming to millions of TVs across the UK in October 2026
Sky TV customers can expect at least seven changes in October.
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Darlington care home residents fell ill after food likely caused outbreak
Food served at Darlington’s Gardens Care Home likely caused an outbreak of food poisoning, a health inspection report found.
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Newton Aycliffe family return to hospital where daughter died to donate 102 bunnies
A heartbroken Newton Aycliffe family returned to the RVI hospital where their nine-year-old daughter died to donate 102 bunny teddies in her memory.
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North East spot with an 'air of opulence' named among best railway station pubs
The Centurion in Newcastle has been named one of the best pubs in a railway station by the Guardian - see why.
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Family tribute to 'loving and proud' grandad who was found in North Yorkshire canal
Shaun Barton, 60, whose body was recovered from Ripon Canal, has been remembered as ‘the clown of the party’.
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ITV to change Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules again this week
ITV viewers will see a change to the usual Emmerdale and Corrie schedules this week - when to watch the soaps.
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Homeowners are being urged to put unusual item around their windows this autumn
Homeowners are being told to put cotton balls around their windows to prevent spider from coming in.
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North East business confidence rises to 50 per cent as hiring plans grow
Business confidence in the North East has risen, with firms reporting growing optimism about their trading prospects and plans to expand their workforce.
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Amanda and Clive Owen's life now as they return together in new TV series
Amanda and Clive Owen, from Our Yorkshire Farm, will return to screens together with their children in the fourth series of Our Farm Next Door.
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County Durham's hidden real-life sword in the stone and its unique backstory
A real-life sword in the stone near Seaham has become a quirky landmark with a fascinating local story.
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King Cnut, a lost wooden cross and the story of a County Durham village
TO COMMEMORATE next year’s 1,000th anniversary of the legendary King Cnut’s pilgrimage through County Durham, villagers in Trimdon – where he stopped to trim his hair and don his cloak – are raising money to recreate a landmark wooden cross that would have stood in the king’s day.
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Ann Ming receives standing ovation after powerful speech at North East Ladies Day
Ann Ming MBE shared the story of her fight for justice for murdered daughter Julie at North East Ladies Day at Hardwick Hall Hotel.
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Children's home approved despite fears over 'spooked' horses and busy village road
A children’s home has been approved for a Teesside village despite residents’ worries over spooked horses, noise and road safety.
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Residents baffled as bizarre celebrity graffiti returns with even stranger messages
Wayne Rooney, Sharon Osbourne and Bonnie Langford are among the celebrities targeted in the latest bizarre graffiti.
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Man ordered to pay more than £1,000 for inconsiderate driving on A19 in County Durham
A Houghton-le-Spring motorist Samuel Smith was ordered to pay a fine and costs of £1,160 and given five points after admitting driving without reasonable consideration on the A19 in County Durham.
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Multiple arrests made as shoplifting crackdown follows alleged kicking of shop staff
Police made multiple arrests following shoplifting offences, including an alleged attack on shop staff and a PCSO.
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Nissan invests £170m in Sunderland plant as Bluebird marks 40 years of production
IT is forty years since the Nissan Bluebird rolled off the production line at the car plant on Wearside and it is still flying the flag for the North East.
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Watch as N-Dubz reveal North East return in viral Legacy Tour announcement video
Tulisa, Dappy and Fazer will return to Newcastle after their sold-out comeback tour in 2022.
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54 pictures as Houghton Feast parade takes over the streets - can you spot yourself?
Costumes, floats, bands and characters fill the streets in our 54 pictures - can you spot yourself?
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£40k repairs planned for A171 bridge after vehicle collisions damage stonework
A near £40,000 contract has been issued for repairs to a bridge on the A171 near Scaling Dam reservoir.