The Northern Echo
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Don’t book your 2027 holidays until you see these dates
Workers could turn 19 days of annual leave into 47 days away from work next year by cleverly booking around the 2027 bank holidays.
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Six-month road and footpath closures planned in North East town - public notice
Roads and footpaths on Burn Park Road in Houghton-le-Spring are set to close for up to six months while cable installation works are carried out
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Poppy the pony delights residents during special County Durham care home visit
Poppy the Shetland pony from Grove Equestrian delighted residents at Peterlee Care Home in County Durham
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The King's Head in Cockfield to reopen with new landlord after glass 'attack'
The King's Head in Cockfield is set to reopen with a new landlord after a man was seriously injured in a ‘violent’ glass attack there.
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Heartbroken Newton Aycliffe mum marking daughter's first birthday since tragic death
A heartbroken mum is facing what should have been her daughters tenth birthday without her little girl whose life was tragically cut short from…
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More than 100 classic cars to fill Durham city centre this bank holiday
Durham Classic Car Show is set to return to Durham city centre, with more than 100 vintage, luxury and retro vehicles on display in a celebration of…
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New speed humps and cushions planned for North East town road - public notice
Middlesbrough Council has unveiled plans for new traffic-calming measures, including road humps, on Trimdon Avenue in Middlesbrough as part of the…
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New County Durham housing development to be unveiled at launch event
Miller Homes is launching Deerness Rise in Ushaw Moor, County Durham, with a pre-launch event at St Luke’s Church Hall, giving house hunters early…
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Taco Bell customer could grab year of free tacos ahead of Darlington venue opening
Taco Bell is launching a treasure hunt across Darlington to celebrate the opening of its newest restaurant.
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Plans to extend Durham A&E must 'start again' as funding never secured for project
Plans for a new emergency department at University Hospital of North Durham will have to start again after funding failed to materialise and the…
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Yorkshire Air Ambulance launches charity cycle between airbases
Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s Pedal to the Pad challenge will give cyclists early access to the charity’s new Northern Air Support Unit near Skipton…
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Audi driver hit 70mph in Darlington police chase narrowly avoiding crash with lorry
A man convicted of dangerous driving in an early hours’ police pursuit in Darlington risked receiving a prison sentence after failing two…
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Memoir recalls North Yorkshire family's move to help open North East mine century ago
A memoir written by Blanche Sayers in her 80th year about her family's move from Loftus to Billingham in 1928 to help open the ICI Anhydrite…
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Bargain Teesside home near Aldi on sale for cheaper than two-week family holiday
A one-bedroom Stockton flat with a £5,000 guide price offers new homeowners the chance to get on the property ladder for less than the cost of a…
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Millions of new coins with King Charles' portrait heading into circulation
The Royal Mint has shared that millions of 10p coins with King Charles' portrait will be heading into circulation
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Secretary of State approves North East extension of footpath closure - public notice
Public Footpath No. 4 in Whitton, Stockton, will remain closed for a further six months after the Secretary of State for Transport approved an…
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Plans for 63 luxury studio suites in Sunderland city centre with games lounge and gym
A Sunderland city centre building could become a 63-room co-living residence for up to 86 people under plans billed as a managed alternative to a…
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The Saltburn pizzeria hailed a 'little gem' for their authentic Italian dough
Authentic Neapolitan pizza served at No.23 Milton Street Pizza is quickly becoming a North Yorkshire staple.
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Italian restaurant chain to open new location in former County Durham Thai venue
Italian restaurant chain Sambuca is preparing to open at the Riverwalk developent in Durham.
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One charged and further details on arrests revealed in probe linked to A66 crash
Cleveland Police have released further details of 11 arrests and one charge made during their investigation into the fatal A66 crash.
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21 pictures as families enjoy free festival with colourful shows and giant foam party
Families enjoyed a free day out with colourful costumes, interactive shows and a giant foam party.
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Quiet County Durham village that shaped Hollywood career for Tom Hardy's wife
Long before starring alongside Tom Hardy and Tom Cruise, Charlotte Riley was growing up in the Durham village of Grindon.
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Hundreds flock to open day at successful County Durham racing stables
HORSE-LOVERS turned out in force yesterday to be given a fascinating insight into life behind the scenes at a leading North East racing yard.
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31 pictures as eight Darlington care homes compete for trophy in 'care home Olympics'
Residents and staff from eight care homes across Darlington came together for an afternoon of competition, teamwork and celebration at the town’s…
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North East restaurant brings back 'really special' pottery workshop after 60 years
A Newcastle restaurant is bringing back a 'really special' historic pottery workshop, with pottery classes available for all skill levels,…
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Football clubs pay tribute to coach and policeman killed in devastating A66 crash
PC Blades coached FC Hartlepool’s U10 Reds and had recently joined Seaton Carew FC, where he was preparing to coach the new U7 Seahawks team.
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Five who died in A66 crash may have had links to ‘organised criminal activity’
Five young men who died after their vehicle hit a police car on the A66 at South Bank may have had links to “serious and organised criminal…
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CCTV images as investigation ongoing into burglary at County Durham cricket club
An investigation is underway following an overnight burglary at Sedgefield Cricket Club.
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Ultimate Bank Holiday weekend event heading to breathtaking North East castle
Raby's Harvest Food and Gift Market returns with local produce, street food, live music, and shopping this bank holiday.
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Willington pub-goer 'killed after being pushed in petty Christmas Eve dispute'
Jurors have watched CCTV footage of heavily intoxicated man being pushed over onto concrete causing a fatal head injury outside Willington pub.
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Person taken to hospital after air ambulance called to County Durham crash
A person was airlifted to the Royal Victoria Infirmary after a crash at Perth Bank in Lanchester, which saw the air ambulance called.
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Popular pub near Darlington praised for its food and friendly service set to reopen
A popular County Durham pub which has won praise for its food, friendly service and “reasonable prices” is preparing to reopen.
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Major County Durham clean up after faeces and needles fill overgrown back lane
Residents, police and wardens joined forces to clear drug paraphernalia, fly-tipped waste and overgrowth from a Chester-Le-Street back lane.
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Community raises more than £500,000 for 'hero' police officers killed in A66 crash
A community stricken by grief has rallied together to raise more than half a million pounds for two police officers described as “heroes” killed…
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Historic North East steelworks being demolished as closure ends 180-year legacy
Demolition has begun at Gateshead’s former Davy Roll steelworks, ending more than 150 years of industrial history after Union Electric Steel UK…
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Four of five young men who died in devastating A66 crash had previous convictions
Four of the five young men who died after their car hit a police vehicle on a dual carriageway had previously been convicted of crimes - some…
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A66 crash victim had admitted assaulting police months before fatal collision
One of the five young men killed in the devastating A66 crash had previously admitted assaulting police officers, court records reveal.
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Police arrest 12 people as part of investigation into fatal A66 crash
Twelve people have been arrested as part of a major investigation into organised crime.
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'Deep concern' as scammers targeting old people on North Yorkshire doorsteps
A Guisborough councillor has warned residents to stay vigilant after a rise in reports of rogue traders targeting vulnerable people in the area.
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A66 reopens and tributes laid at scene following crash which killed seven people
The A66 has reopened and more floral tributes have been left at the scene after a horrific crash which killed seven people - including two police…
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Fly-tipping fears as new Durham fridge and freezer rules introduced
Residents have criticised a new Durham County Council rule requiring permits to dispose of fridges and freezers, warning it could lead to more…
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Race Across the World star dies a year after her son following cancer battle
Race Across the World star Jo Gardiner has died at the age of 61 following a battle with cancer, a year after her son Sam died in a car crash.
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All the food and drink traders lined up for Darlington’s Bank Holiday Weekender
From wood-fired pizzas and loaded fries to Brazilian açaí and homemade cakes, here's every trader announced for Darlington's Bank…
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LIVE - Man on trial accused of Willington Christmas Eve pub killing - updates from court
Live coverage of Willington manslaughter trial following Christmas Eve death of Steven Shevels
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Pictures show aftermath of crash leaving Bishop Auckland business severely damaged
Barriers have been erected outside The Brow Lounge on Newgate Street after unconfirmed reports of a crash.
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Dramatic pictures show plumes of smoke as 999 crews rush to County Durham car fire
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDFRS) was called to Tesco Extra in St Helen Auckland on Saturday (August 22) at 6.25pm.
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Early bird offer ending soon for Weardale Railway Santa Express
Families are being urged to book now for Weardale Railway’s Santa Express, with discounted early bird tickets available until August 31 for the…
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Get on board - a London double decker bus in the streets of south Durham
THE RT was the great, red London double decker of the 1940s through to the 1960s, but during that period buses and bus usage changed dramatically.
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Andy Burnham to 'look at' Echo's call for compensation for Kirklevington victims
Andy Burnham said he will "look at" The Northern Echo's call for compensation for Kirklevington victims as a vow to explore our…
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.