The Northern Echo
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How a bitter feud between two rivals ended with a stolen tractor rammed into house
Middlesbrough feud ends with Nathan Blagg jailed for seven years and two months after ramming a stolen tractor into a terraced house linked to Luke…
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The 'forgotten' Teesdale waterfall only a short stroll from riverside path
ONE of the joys of Northern Perspectives’ stunning aerial photography of our region is his ability to fly his drone into unexplored places.
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Patient taken to hospital after air ambulance called to incident in County Durham
A patient was taken to hospital after the air ambulance were called to an incident in County Durham.
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Pictures as crowds brave the weather for food festival at Durham cricket ground
Hundreds of people flocked to Chester-le-Street Riverside this weekend for the return of food festival Chester-le-Eats.
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Praise for 'kind' stranger after pregnant woman falls in County Durham car park
A kind-hearted stranger who stopped to help a pregnant woman after she fell in Barnard Castle Lidl car park has been praised by police.
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Fury over aristocrat's plans to build cottages on historic North East farmland
Residents celebrate as Northumberland County Council rejects Northumberland Estates’ plans for three cottages near historic Greensfield Farm in…
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Inside the Northumberland village with a secret chapel reached only by boat
Inside Warkworth, the Northumberland village with a huge castle, beautiful beach and medieval chapel reached only by boat.
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Big Brother housemate fans backed as 'the winner' quits show in 'shocking' twist
Charlotte has become the first housemate in eight years, and the first in the ITV era, to quit Big Brother.
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County Durham village beside a castle with history stretching back 1,000 years
Staindrop sits beside Raby Castle but has its own remarkable history, including an Anglo-Saxon church and links to the Neville family.
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The North East hotspots where celebrities have been spotted in 2026
Peter Andre, Elliot Anderson, Bob Mortimer and Steph McGovern are among the famous faces spotted in Newcastle, County Durham and Saltburn in 2026.
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Everything you need to know: Saltburn Cliff Lift - from prices to opening times
Going on the historic cliff lift is a must when visiting Saltburn - here is everything you need to know about it.
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New Premier store granted licence to sell booze despite residents’ concerns
A new Premier store in Marton will sell alcohol when it opens, after a Middlesbrough Council licensing sub-committee granted a licence to sell beer,…
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Luxury train from County Durham to Edinburgh returns after sell-out success
A luxury rail journey from Weardale to Edinburgh is set to return later this year after its inaugural trip was a sellout success.
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Strictly Come Dancing celebrities to avoid elimination after first live show
There will be no elimination on Strictly Come Dancing after the first live show of the 2026 series - here's why and when the first results…
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Strictly fans fume as Craig Revel Horwood's brutal score sparks backlash
Strictly Come Dancing viewers criticise Craig Revel Horwood after he gives Shaun Wright-Phillips two points for his cha cha cha, scoring 15 points…
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E-scooter crackdown launched after youngsters spotted weaving through traffic
Fears someone could be seriously hurt have sparked a police crackdown on children riding e-bikes and e-scooters through traffic in a County Durham…
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Floral tributes laid at outside home where County Durham man 'murdered' in stabbing
Floral tributes have been laid at the scene after a man was found stabbed at a County Durham home.
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Raven Owen's life now after leaving Our Yorkshire Farm and Ravenseat
What happened to Amanda Owen's eldest daughter Raven? Her life after Ravenseat, science career and whether she could return home.
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Step inside this incredible County Durham home with indoor pool, cinema and lift
A luxury Durham home featuring an indoor swimming pool, private cinema and a passenger lift serving all three floors is on the market.
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Latest Strictly Come Dancing updates including, new hosts and lineup
Strictly is back for its 2026 series - here's everything you need to know, including who the judges and hosts are, the celebrity lineup and…
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Man goes full circle from recording childhood magic tricks to career behind camera
When Heywood Similon first picked up his dad’s camera as a child, little did he realise he was at the very beginning of a career that would one…
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Medieval burial discoveries to be explored at North East archaeology day event
Tees Archaeology Day on October 3 explores Hart Manor’s 365 Anglo-Saxon burials, medieval life and North East discoveries at Stockton Central…
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County Durham mum's plea as son with lifelong condition turns 18
County Durham mum Karen Jessop is asking people to send cards for son her Joshua, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, ahead of his 18th birthday.
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Monet masterpieces among 60 French artworks on display in County Durham
Works by France’s most celebrated artists, including Claude Monet, have gone on display in County Durham, many in the UK for the first time.
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Much-loved North East attraction's café to close temporarily for refurbishment work
Visitors to a much-loved North East attraction are being warned that its café will temporarily close next week while maintenance work is carried…
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North East family-run garden centre earns top reviews from customers
A family-run garden centre near Guisborough has earned glowing reviews from customers, boasting a 4.4-star rating from more than 200 Google reviews.
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'Frightmare on the Farm' to bring spooky fun to North East attraction
Newham Grange Farm’s Frightmare on the Farm brings Halloween thrills, jump scares, pumpkin picking and a disco after dark to Coulby Newham
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Busy County Durham car boot sale cancelled today as organisers issue update
One of County Durham's popular weekly car boot sales has been cancelled today, organisers have confirmed.
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Plans for five-caravan holiday park finally approved two years after being submitted
Plans for a five-caravan holiday park at Charltons, near Guisborough, have been approved by Redcar and Cleveland Council after highway concerns were…
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Woman dies after crash which closed 'busy stretch' of major A-road
A woman has died after a crash between a Volkswagen and a Honda closed a "busy stretch" of the A69 in Northumberland on Saturday.
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Google celebrates 28th birthday with interactive Doodle featuring nostalgic logo
Google is marking its 28th birthday today (September 27) with a Doodle featuring a nostalgic logo from the company's early days.
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Google celebrates 28th birthday with interactive Doodle featuring nostalgic logo
Google is marking its 28th birthday today (September 27) with a Doodle featuring a nostalgic logo from the company's early days.
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County Durham charity and business partner for new free clothing collection service
Bishop Auckland-based Angel Trust has launched a corporate clothing collection service with Husqvarna in Newton Aycliffe, offering free collections…
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Strictly viewers shocked to learn Shaun Wright-Phillips dad is a sports legend
Strictly Come Dancing viewers discover Shaun Wright-Phillips is Ian Wright’s adopted son as the former footballer joins the 2026 series.
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Cordon to remain in place 'for some time' after mum 'murdered' above Darlington pub
A cordon will remain in place for “some time” after Darlington mum Leanne Park was found dead above a town-centre pub.
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'Must-visit' café with three north east locations and inventive coffees
Koselig has been described as a must-visit café thanks to its range of pastries and interesting coffees.
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Man in rubber gloves ran from police after stealing caravan from County Durham site
A man involved in stealing a £22,000 caravan from a County Durham holiday park was caught as it was towed away the following night.
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Chester-le-Street artist's mining sculpture to raise money for charity at auction
A Chester-le-Street artist hopes her much-loved Tales on the Tyne sculpture will raise as much money as possible for charity when it goes under the…
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County Durham town honours volunteers and residents at annual awards evening
A County Durham town has celebrated the achievements of its residents, community groups and volunteers at an annual awards evening recognising…
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Strictly viewers have same complaint moments into first live show
Strictly Come Dancing viewers have called the change to the opening titles "awful".
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How a Bedlington Whippet inspired a County Durham woman's thriving dog business
Getting her first dog sparked the idea for a thriving Gainford business that is now helping hundreds of owners better understand their pets.
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Sedgefield pupils join 'ploggers' to help clean up County Durham village
Sedgefield Primary School pupils joined Sedgefield Ploggers for County Durham’s Big Autumn Clean, collecting litter and promoting community pride…
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How to become a magistrate - County Durham's longest-serving justice speaks
North East magistrate Dorothy Winter backs Government campaign urging people to apply, as ministers target 21,000 trained community volunteers by…
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£400,000 upgrade for County Durham school pools used by 600 pupils weekly
Durham County Council invests £400,000 to upgrade five school swimming pools, helping 600 pupils learn water safety and improve facilities across…
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County Durham couple open vintage children's clothing shop after demand soars
A new vintage clothing shop dedicated to children is set to open its doors in Durham tomorrow.
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Darlington primary school to be given £890,755 in council funding for repairs
Red Hall Primary School could receive nearly £1m for essential repairs under plans set to be discussed by Darlington councillors.
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Why I am investing in a safer County Durham countryside - PCC Joy Allen
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to invest in Safer Countryside initiatives so that rural communities receive the same…
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Citizens Advice urges County Durham residents to make a will this October
Citizens Advice County Durham urges residents to make a valid will this October, warning intestacy can leave unmarried partners without an…
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Motorists to face one hour diversion as road closes for BT pole work
Drivers face a 33-mile diversion when a road at Horsehouse in the Yorkshire Dales closes for two days to replace a BT telegraph pole.
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This £680k County Durham home offers a surprise mix of luxury and family space
Explore a £680,000 detached family home in Shotley Bridge, with five bedrooms, four en-suites, open-plan living, landscaped gardens and a home bar.