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Dunston continue improvement
Dunston continued their recent improvement with a 3-1 home win over Durham City in the ENL last night. They took the lead with a header by Danny Craggs , who then scored a second from close range, both goals set up by Terry Galbraith. City
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Poland v England - postponed
England's World Cup qualifier against Poland has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch in Warsaw. Heavy rain had been falling in the Polish capital for most of the day and massive pools of water had appeared on the pitch. Italian referee Gianluca
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Humphreys in for Pools
RITCHIE Humphreys starts his first League One game of the season for Hartlepool United. He replaces heel injury victim Evan Horwood on the left wing in the only change to the starting XI from the weekend draw with Doncaster Rovers. With Charlie
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Trouble mars England Under-21s win
Serbia Under-21 0 England Under-21 1 (Agg: 0-2) England Under-21s claimed their place at Euro 2013 amid unsavoury scenes during their qualifying play-off in Serbia. Players appeared to be pelted with missiles after Connor Wickham struck in injury time
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Council leader hits out at Government council tax proposal
THE leader of a North-East council has accused the Government of ‘acting like headless chickens’ over controversial proposals to shake up the council tax benefit system. Councillor Bill Dixon, Labour leader of Darlington Borough Council, said the
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Multi terrain race held in Stanley
AMATEUR runners from across the North-East have taken part in a 10km race through challenging countryside. Craig Isherwood, of Sunderland Harriers, came first in the Hellhole 10k multi terrain race in Stanley over the weekend, with a time of 36
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New nursery for Durham
A NEW nursery is being launched, with an open day planned for next month. Woodlands children’s day nursery, on St Johns Road, Meadowfield, near Durham, will hold an open day on Saturday, November 10, from 10am to 3pm. Visitors can tour the
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Patients evacuated from Sunderland hospital
AROUND 40 patients and staff were evacuated from a North-East hospital after an ammonia leak. Ten millilitres of ammonia leaked from a fridge in a drugs room on a ward on the sixth floor of Sunderland Royal Hospital. Firefighters were called
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Father died in custody after being arrested by police, inquest told
A FATHER-OF-TWO died in custody shortly after being arrested by police officers following a disturbance, a jury was told today (TuesdayOctober16). Leonard “Lenny” McCourt – described as a loving family man by relatives - died at at Peterlee Police
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New signs at Toon ground
ST James’ Park signs have been reinstalled at Newcastle United’s home ground almost a year after the controversial name change. The Magpies’ stadium’s 119 year history was restored today (tue) after the removal of Sports Direct Arena signs and
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Murder trial hears from defendant's former partner
A FORMER partner of a murder accused has told a court how he was violent towards her and once spent all their money on slot-machines. Caroline Wardell said Graham Gibson – the father of three of her 12 children – was a moody gambler who was strict
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Mother and daughter sacrifice locks for child cancer charity
A SCHOOLGIRL and her mother have sacrificed their waist-length locks in aid of a charity which provides real-hair wigs for children suffering hair loss. Eight-year-old Alice Raby, a pupil at St John’s C of E Primary School, in Darlington, and her
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Darlington Flower Club to hold Christmas charity event
A FLOWER club is to host a charity Christmas event in support of the British Heart Foundation. Darlington Flower Club's annual charity Christmas Show will be held at Hummersknott School, in Edinburgh Drive, on Wednesday, November 2. The event
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Spennymoor children take part in walk to school month project
PRIMARY school pupils are putting their best foot forward as they help to celebrate International Walk to School Month. The youngsters at Rosa Street Primary School, Spennymoor, have teamed up with housebuilder Barratt North East on the scheme
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Air ambulance landed with £250,000 gearbox bill
A £250,000 bill for a replacement helicopter gearbox has prompted air ambulance chiefs to highlight the importance of donations from the public. The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) was landed with the repair cost after the part came to
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Tribunal doctor trained junior colleagues, panel told
A CONSULTANT criticised over his care of a dying boy helped train junior doctors in the years following the youngster's death, a tribunal heard today (Tuesday, October 16). Dr Malik Alam is the subject of a misconduct hearing arising from the death
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The woman who made Sienna sparkle
After working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, Durham-born make-up artist Amanda Bell has set up her own business in the North-East. She talks to Ruth Addicott WE’RE all used to seeing stars such as Sienna Miller looking glamorous on the
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Region's biggest jobs fair for graduates
STUDENTS and graduates who are keen to get that vital first step on the career ladder can attend the biggest jobs fair in the North-East next week. Newcastle JobFest will take place in the Bamburgh Suite, Level 4, of Newcastle United’s St James
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Dressing to chill
Emmerdale bride Lucy Pargeter decided that her character Chas Dingle required a touch of the Big Fat Gypsy Weddings ACTRESS Lucy Pargeter helped design the wedding dress for her character Chas Dingle, one of Emmerdale’s two brides next week.
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Life is for living
The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but the lounge is often the most used space. From cosy comforts to sleek and chic, Susan Griffin looks at living room styles THERE’S a reason lounges are known as the living room, because they’re exactly
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Amid the beauty, pain
A new book and exhibition about Teesside artist David Mulholland is being unveiled next week. Chris Webber finds out about the South Bank lad who shunned fame to paint life and love by the Tees DAVID MULHOLLAND is a true child of Teesside, not
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Potted shrimps
I’D take a shrimp over a prawn any day, despite the fact that they’re fiddly to prepare, less easy to find these days and traditionally come from over the hill in Lancashire, shrimps are packed with flavour and remind me of holidays as a child in Southport
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Couple who hail from Horden Colliery mark 65 years of marriage
A COUPLE, who united two well known Horden Colliery businesses when they tied the knot in 1947, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this week. Alec and Mabel Mills got married at St Mary’s Church in Horden Colliery, on October 15 1947.
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Cretan rabbit pie
Clarissa Dickson Wright has her fingers in lots of pies at the moment – and one of them contains rabbit. Diana Pilkington meets the outspoken TV chef CLARISSA DICKSON WRIGHT announces, with a certain element of pride, that she used to be number
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AC ECHO LAST COURT Referee tackles taunter
A FOOTBALL referee was goaded into grappling with a man on the floor at Darlington train station, a court heard. Middlesbrough fan Jamie Cann, 32, of Biddick Close, Stockton, was travelling home on the train from the Boro versus Birmingham game
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Darlington GP practice to close
HEALTH bosses have confirmed that a town centre GP practice will close in March, four years after it opened. The closure of the Darzi Health Centre practice in Darlington on March 31 2013 will mean 829 registered patients will have to be transferred
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Senior police officer praises burglary drop in Darlington
A SENIOR police officer said he is delighted with statistics showing a sharp reduction in the number of burglaries in Darlington and urged the public to continue to be vigilant. Figures released by Darlington Police show that house burglaries in
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Crackdown on illegal fishing along River Wear in Chester-le-Street
PATROLS have been stepped up to crack down on illegal fishing activities on a stretch of river through a popular park. Extra observation is being mounted along the River Wear through Riverside Park, in Chester-le-Street. Although the increased
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New nursery to open in Meadowfield
A NEW nursery is inviting parents to look around before it opens next month. Woodlands, in St John’s Road, Meadowfield, will hold an open day on Saturday November 10. Parents and their children will be able to talk to staff and view the nursery
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After-party scuffle leads to court
TWO men who fought after a birthday party in Darlington have appeared before the town’s magistrates. Darlington Magistrates’ Court heard today (Tuesday October 16) that Paul Newsome of Bingfield Court, Billingham, went to a party thrown by Jamie
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Residents have the chance to spruce up Sactriston
RESIDENTS are being invited to help tidy up their village. A week of activity to spruce up Sacriston starts on Monday, October 22. Organiser Durham County Council wants local people to participate. Civic Pride Officer Geoff Knight said:
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Action taken to tackle problem issues in West Cornforth
EXTRA police patrols are to be mounted in problem areas of West Cornforth together with continuing action to clamp down on under-age drinking. The measures are part of a wide-ranging initiative designed to tackle anti-social behaviour highlighted
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Geordie pop princess Cheryl dazzles home crowd
GEORDIE pop princess Cheryl Cole ended her first solo tour on a high when she wowed an excited home crowd in Newcastle tonight (Tuesday, October 16). The girls aloud star and X Factor judge took to the stage at the Metro Radio Arena for the first
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Darlington has Great Expectations for theatre production
THE cast of a stage adaptation of one of Charles Dickens' most famous novels have gathered ahead of the opening night at one of the region’s theatres. Great Expectations, a touring production staged as part of the bicentenary celebrations of Dickens
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Military Art on show in Newton Aycliffe
AWARD-WINNING artwork inspired by British military history is on display at the Greenfield Community and Arts Centre in Newton Aycliffe this month. Made in Britain features more than 25 patriotic paintings by John Palliser, including three works
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Darlington College tutor nominated for award
A TUTOR at Darlington College was invited to meet the Duchess of Cambridge during her visit to the North-East last week after being nominated for the Keyfund Facilitator of the Year award. It follows Ali Wright's work as a Pathways tutor and Keyfund
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Drink driver banned after being caught in Darlington
A DRINK-driver was caught out by an off-duty police officer who spotted him driving his van erratically in Darlington. The town’s Magistrates’ Court heard today (Tuesday October 16) that the officer followed Marcin Liszka after seeing him drive
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Durham scouts stage biggest camp
MORE than 1,200 people have taken part in a Scout county’s biggest ever event. Durham Scout County staged its annual Confido adventure camp at Moor House, near West Rainton, County Durham, at the weekend(OCT13-14). There were more than 50 activities
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Soldiers take on civvies on rugby pitch for Poppy Appeal
SOLDIERS will scrum down with a civilian rugby team to raise money for the Poppy Appeal. Catterick Barbarians, a team of soldiers from Catterick Garrison, in North Yorkshire, will play an exhibition rugby match against Clems Pirates, a group of
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A planning saga, an amorous grocer and true love?
We were telling this particular tale last week, and now matters have got verse. As we were saying, the first planning dispute in Barnard Castle was between the council and fishmonger John Harris, of Horsemarket. After having three applications
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Trio in court for phone box theft attempt
A MOTHER-of-two has pleaded guilty to helping her brother and her partner try to steal money from a phone box. Billie-Jo Webster, 24, of Pensbury Street, Darlington, pleaded guilty to attempted theft when she appeared before the town’s magistrates
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Prolific Darlington shoplifter in court
A PROLIFIC shoplifter with 101 offences to his name has admitted to a stealing spree in Darlington. Terrence Cook, 37, of Westbrook, in the town pleaded guilty to three counts of theft from shops when he appeared at Darlington Magistrates’ Court
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Bypass ushered in a new era after years of waiting
OF all the red letter days in Ferryhill’s history, few are more vivid than June 30, 1923 – a date that is commemorated on Ferryhill History Society’s new 2008 calendar. On that June day, the Ferryhill Cut was opened and the most notorious and precipitous
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Landmark statue to be removed after crash
A LANDMARK statue is to be removed from a city centre for the second time in as many years, after it was struck by a vehicle. A driver collided with the Neptune statue, in Durham Market Place, this morning, causing its stone plinth to become twisted
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Pupil's tasty fundraising treat
A TEENAGER raising money for the trip of a lifetime is holding a restaurant night. Matthew Rice, 14, a pupil at Chester-le-Street’s Hermitage Academy, needs to raise £3,795 for next summer’s World Challenge trip to Tanzania and Kenya. He and
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Spennymoor shorts
CHARITY NIGHT: A fundraising event in aid of Spennymoor Area Family Events is to be held to help pay for trips away for families in the Spennymoor area. The event is at Bistro 53, Spennymoor, on November 25, from 5pm with tickets £20. The night includes
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Saint of healing restored to health
THE patron saint of healing has made a full recovery after undergoing “surgery” at the hands of a caring conservator. A 4ft-high statue of St Giles which stands above the entrance porch of the 900-year-old St Giles Church, in Gilesgate, Durham
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Candidate promises zero tolerance policy on crime
A FORMER council chief bidding to become a new-style crime chief is promising a zero tolerance approach. Kingsley Smith, 65, Durham County Council’s most senior officer for 17 years, is standing as an Independent in next month’s election for the
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Tribute concert for Darlington band stalwart
A TRIBUTE concert is being held today (OCT 17) in memory of a former brass band president and fundraiser who died earlier this year. Len Usher was a tireless supporter of Cockerton Prize Silver Band and raised thousands of pounds for the musicians
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Major upgrade to Spennymoor leisure centre
SPENNYMOOR Area Action Partnership (AAP) has announced plans for a £40,000 revamp to the outside of Spennymoor Leisure Centre. The project, which starts early next month, came about after centre users said they felt the outside of the building needed
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Sunday market boost for Darlington town centre
THE number of people using Darlington town centre on a Sunday has increased thanks to a new monthly market. Darlington Sunday People’s Market was launched in August by a team of volunteers and has since increased footfall across shops in the town
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Health volunteers needed in Newton Aycliffe
VOLUNTEERS are needed to help an organisation dedicated to improving health and wellbeing in County Durham. The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), which runs the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton Aycliffe, needs volunteers to act as cycle marshals
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Town hopes for winter ice rink boost
A NORTH-East town is to be transformed into a Winter Wonderland, complete with an outdoor ice rink, in a project that organisers hope will attract skaters and shoppers from around the region. The ice rink planned for Darlington’s market place has
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Police warning after reports of suspicious vehicle near Middlesbrough schools
CLEVELAND Police is investigating reports of a suspicious car sighted near schools in Middlesbrough. Officers have had reports of a small, dark vehicle in the Acklam, Tollesby and Saltersgill areas of the town in the last two or three days of last
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Team to help drive growth
ACCOUNTANCY practice Evolution LLP has expanded its team with the addition of three members of staff to help drive growth. The firm, with offices in Wynyard and Hartlepool, has added Michael Stringer and Jessica Smith to its accounts team, with
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Solicitors expand business
COLES Solicitors, which has its headquarters in Northallerton and offices in York and Thirsk, has expanded west into the Pennines after buying a practice in Settle. Coles managing director and principal solicitor Peter Gibson has acquired the business
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Plans to kickstart lending
BANKING rules have been relaxed to kickstart lending and help the UK on the path to economic recovery. The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has made crucial changes to rules designed to ensure banks have adequate balance sheet strength in an
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‘Taking the plunge was the best thing I ever did’
A BUSINESSWOMAN has gone from being £60,000 in debt and suffering from depression to being in charge of 900 staff and turning over £1m in four years. Jeanette Stewart, 33, from Stanley, in County Durham, now wants to share the secrets of her success
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Darlington news in brief
FASHION SHOW: Dolly Mama Boutique, in Darlington, is hosting a charity fashion show to raise money for Breast Cancer Care, as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, on Wednesday, October 31. Tickets are £5 and are available from the boutique in Northumberland
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Live News: October 16, 2012
3:04pm SUSPICIOUS CAR REPORTS: Cleveland Police is investigating reports of a suspicious car sighted near schools in Middlesbrough. Click here for the full story 2:58pm
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Award from Nasa for role in creating robot
A TECHNOLOGY firm has proved that its products really are out of this world after winning an award from Nasa for its role in creating the world’s first humanoid robot. North Yorkshire company Peratech has been presented with a Nasa Tech Brief Award
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Darlington match called off
DARLINGTON'S Northern League match tonight at Celtic Nation has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
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Volunteer drivers needed
A GROUP which supports some of the region’s most vulnerable people has launched a major recruitment drive for volunteer drivers. The Durham Social Resource Centre (SRC) operates a range of social care services across County Durham and Darlington
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The King is dead, long dead, but he might not have even lasted that long
THE King was in his counting house, or if not necessarily in his counting house, then in his luxury penthouse, holding court at the Las Vegas Hilton. It was the late 1960s, unwinding after another hysterical show, and Elvis was in his pomp. Tom
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When the hurting has to stop
‘IF TELLING my story means one woman finds the courage to speak out and ask for help then it’s worth it. I was a victim of domestic abuse for 23 years.” When Val Mitchell married she was 21. The day after her wedding, she and her husband moved
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Hospice launches new calendar
A HOSPICE has launched its calendar for 2013. Durham City’s St Cuthbert’s Hospice, which provides free care for people with life limiting illnesses, publishes a calendar every year. Last year’s raised £13,000 for the cause. Next year’s is on
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Air ambulance repaired after damage to door
THE GREAT North Air Ambulance helicopter sparked an emergency this morning after damaging a door. The incident happened at Durham Tees Valley Airport, near Darlington, around 8am when crew found the door to be unsafe just after take-off. There
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THE TRAIN NOW ARRIVING
THIS charming picture could have been taken 50 years ago. It was actually taken earlier this month when The Great Marquess, a steam locomotive built in Darlington 74 years ago, returned to the town. The loco was one of the star turns at the
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Watchingbrief
ACCORDING to Zawe Ashton, there’s an inch of hair which separates her from her Fresh Meat character Vod. Since cropping it last year to play the wayward party animal in Sam Bain and Jesse Armstrong’s C4 student comedy, the 28- year-old has worn her
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DEBTS
THE NORTHERN Echo carried a story about the £60m debts threatening to cripple the NHS in North Yorkshire and York (Echo, Oct 12) – but that isn’t even the cost of two jet fighters. On page nine of the same paper there was a story about David Cameron
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Nurse Jackie (Sky Atlantic, 10.35pm)
DON’T you just hate that awkward moment when you check into rehab and realise you’re the most normal one there? Nurse Jackie knows it all too well, but, in the company of eccentric patients and regular sharing circles, she also realises her problems
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JIMMY SAVILE
AS more and more people come forward to tell of the abuse carried out by Jimmy Savile, it beggars belief that many of those who reported those crimes never got their complaints investigated properly. The sickening thing seems to be that some people
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Belmont triumphs at table tennis contest
A SCHOOL team has won a citywide table tennis championship. The “A team” from Belmont Community School, in Belmont, won the Under 13 Table Tennis Championships, involving teams from schools across Durham City, on home turf. The victory means
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TOXIC TORIES
THE Northern Echo’s recent interview with David Cameron suggested the North-East was toxic to the Tories, but surely this is back-to-front, it is the Tories who are toxic to the North-East. Plans for regional pay and benefits (despite the Prime
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DRONE
TALIBAN terrorists make forays into Afghanistan to kill and maim NATO troops by way of sniper attacks and roadside bombs. Summary executions of the civilian population are also made before the Taliban flee back to hide behind the civilian population
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ONE WAY TICKET
SO VJ Connor decides to “forsake the tumbleweed-strewn streets of Bishop Auckland and head for Darlington with its wonderful covered market” (HAS, Oct 13). In all my 49 years I have never seen a tumbleweed blow down any street in our wonderful
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Sarah Beeny’s Selling Houses (More4, 9pm)
WHEN it comes to property, Sarah Beeny’s advice is, well, safe as houses, and while she may have hit problem after problem at one time in a restoration nightmare at Rise Hall, the lady certainly does know what she’s talking about. Chances are that
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VOTING
I AM reasonably sanguine about the proposal to reduce the voting age to 16 (Echo, March 9). It is likely many younger voters will follow the pattern of others and not use their vote. In any case most registered 16- year-olds will always have to
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LEGACY
THE lavish expenditure on the Olympic Games was largely defended by our political elite as “money well spent”, any legacy would galvanise the national mood and the inference was that this might kick-start the national economy. Certainly there was
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PARKING ROW
AS I expected from the beginning of this year, Yarm Town Council has lost a judicial review into car parking charges imposed by Stockton Borough Council (Echo, Oct 11). Town council chairman Jason Hadlow said that members voted unanimously to seek
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Giving the EU a peace of my mind
IT reminded me of Oscars night: “And the Prize goes to the EU for having, over six decades, contributed to the advancement of peace and reconciliation, democracy and human rights in Europe.” Are we sure this wasn’t a spoof, the International Comedy
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Fishy forecasts?
IT was one of the worst storms to hit these islands in history. On October 15, 1987, a hurricane swept across the South of England leaving devastation in its wake. The storm killed 18 people, felled an estimated 15 million trees and caused the National
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Children raise money for Darlington hospice at Great North Run
A GROUP of school children who took part in the Great North Run have raised £1,400 for a local hospice. The pupils from Abbey Road Infants and Junior Schools, in Darlington, took part in the Junior and Mini Great North Run categories to support
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Sunderland star Danny Rose condemns racism during Serbia game and calls for country to be banned
SUNDERLAND star Danny Rose has called for Serbia to be banned after complaining of racial abuse and being hit by missiles during England Under-21's win in Krusevac. The England defender, on loan at the Stadium of Light, has said he had been subjected
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Hope for the young
AS is usually the case when it comes to unemployment figures, there is a difference of opinion over the reality. A study by The Prince’s Trust today concludes that long-term youth unemployment in the North-East and North Yorkshire has increased
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They shoe horses, don’t they?
MUSEUM visitors can take up a new hobby by signing up to learn the basics of being a blacksmith. Killhope: the North of England Lead Mining Museum, in Weardale, County Durham, is holding another one of its popular blacksmith days on Saturday.
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The Great British Bake Off, (BBC2, 8pm)
GINGERBREAD coliseums, cakes that slice open to reveal a whole new design, beef Wellingtons that look like something you’d normally find in a medical textbook – we really have seen it all during The Great British Bake Off. It’s one of the reasons
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Tributes paid by family of cyclist killed in Darlington
THE family of a grandfather who was killed while cycling across a busy junction have described him as a man who would do anything for anyone. Ken Wise, 59, of Bangor Grove, Darlington, was at the junction of McMullen Road and the B6279 on Friday
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Magnificent seven as Hughes cleans up at Windsor
RICHARD Hughes secured a remarkable 10,168-1 seventimer at Windsor yesterday. The champion jockey-elect gave a hint of what was to come when he won the first two races on the eight-race card for his father-in-law Richard Hannon. Pivotal Movement
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Exhibition shows what life was like down the pit
PHOTOGRAPHS exploring life working underground in the region’s coal mines have gone on display. Underground Works: Photographs of Life in the Coal Mines of County Durham in the 1940s is at the Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre, in Owengate
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Indefinite ban for pair who neglected horses
AN author who wrote books about horsekeeping but let her own animals live in squalid conditions has been banned from keeping horses indefinitely. Lesley Skipper, 61, and her husband Brian, 56, of Durham Road, Stockton, had denied four counts of
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Appeal for charity raffle donations
A WOMAN who is shaving her hair off for a national cancer charity is appealing for raffle prize donations to help her raise more money. Natalie Hutchinson, from Darlington, who is having her hair shaved off for Macmillan Cancer Support at a fundraising
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Slash – still cutting the mustard
LEGENDARY guitar hero Slash treated the crowd at Newcastle’s 02 Academy to a blistering show last night. The former Guns N’ Roses star is playing his final UK tour date on a promotional world tour for his solo album Apocalyptic Love, which was
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Radcliffe loses her funding
PAULA Radcliffe was removed from the National Lottery funding programme because she was no longer seen as a realistic medal contender for future global championships. But the marathon world record holder expected to have the support withdrawn and
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No new stadium as Liverpool redevelop
LIVERPOOL managing director Ian Ayre insists a multimillion redevelopment of Anfield will enhance the club’s transfer market spending power and not diminish it. On the second anniversary of Fenway Sports Group’s purchase of the Reds, Ayre confirmed
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Families raise awareness of rare genetic disorder
DOZENS of children have taken part in a sponsored toddle to raise awareness of a rare genetic disorder. About 60 people, including 26 youngsters, took part in the event in Consett and Blackhill park, County Durham, on Saturday, to raise money for
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Southgate is backing Mowbray
DESPITE suffering the financial implications of losing Premier League status, former manager Gareth Southgate has backed Middlesbrough to challenge for a play-off place this season – and believes Tony Mowbray is the right man to lead them back to the
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Kilimanjaro trek in aid of hospice
THREE hospice supporters have travelled to Africa to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for the cause. Richard Langdon, Graham Duncan and David Hardy flew out to Tanzania on Saturday. Their trek to climb the 19,341ft of Africa’s highest peak is expected
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Wickham vowing to fight for a spot
HE might be finding it hard to break into Sunderland’s firstteam, but Connor Wickham insists he is doing all he can to match manager Martin O’Neill’s high standards. Wickham is yet to make a Premier League appearance this season, up against Steven
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Gerrard: No excuses
ENGLAND skipper Steven Gerrard has admitted there is no excuse for bad behaviour following the introduction of the new Football Association code of conduct. Gerrard and his team-mates were handed the document during a team meeting at St George’
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MPs ‘exempt from local pay’
A REVIEW appeared to rule out lower “local pay” for MPs in the North yesterday – even as ministers continue to pursue the idea for public sector workers. The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) suggested the idea was a non-starter
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Cole on the verge of earning 100 caps
IT could almost have been scripted. As soon as Ashley Cole’s name was mentioned, the lights went out. That someone from the FA side was responsible for pitching the small room inside Poland’s National Stadium into darkness just made it more
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Shearer backing for Cisse
FORMER Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer has backed Papiss Cisse to rediscover the goalscoring form that set the Premier League alight last season. Cisse enjoyed a whirlwind first few months on Tyneside scoring 13 goals in 14 games after a
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Evoking memories of Second World War communities
CROWDS of nostalgia fans have massed in 1940s costumes to celebrate the work of North York Moors communities during the Second World War. The 20th North Yorkshire Moors Railway In Wartime Weekend saw Levisham, Goathland, Grosmont and Pickering
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World record basketball target
BASKETBALL players proved they were good sports after taking part in an international YMCA world record attempt. Members of Darlington YMCA welcomed counterparts from the Tees Valley to help try to shoot the highest number of hoops in one day.
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Hodgson forgets the past stories
ROY Hodgson has warned England not to allow history to get in the way of the pressing need for World Cup points in Warsaw tonight. Scotland, Germany and Argentina may generally be regarded as the Three Lions’ biggest rivals. Yet their battles
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Centenary time capsule buried under bridge
A TIME capsule was buried beneath the Transporter Bridge, in Middlesbrough, yesterday to mark the end of the structure’s centenary year. The Centenary Time Capsule was buried beneath a newlyinstalled mounted pulley wheel outside the Transporter
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United star to pay for push on police
NEWCASTLE striker Nile Ranger will have to pay £1,500 to two policemen he assaulted. The 21-year-old, of Forest Hall, Newcastle admitted two charges of assault by beating when he appeared at Newcastle Crown Court yesterday. But two charges
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Cumbria trip for Quakers
Darlington’s aim is to strengthen their lead at the top of the Ebac Northern League this evening when they make their longest trip of the season. They play at Celtic Nation, who are based in Carlisle, the 150-mile round trip to Gillford Park easily
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Austin accepts the boot and returns to form
WHILE to some it could be viewed as a slur or an insult, for Neil Austin, being left out of the Hartlepool United team has proved the proverbial jolt into action. The consistent right-back didn't start this season well and was dumped from the starting
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Jennings to stay on with Durham
DURHAM have strengthened their South African connection with Keaton Jennings accepting a two-year contract while Michael Richardson has signed on for at least another year. Jennings, last year's South Africa Under 19s captain, has committed himself
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A Starc warning for former Yorkshire teammate Gale
Sydney Sixers star Mitchell Starc has warned his mates at Yorkshire not to expect any favours when they cross swords in today's Champions League t20 Group B game at Newlands in Cape Town (12.30pm). Their 2012 overseas player, now one of world cricket's
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Long-term youth unemployment "rockets by 384 per cent"
SHOCKING new figures reveal long-term youth unemployment has rocketed by 384 per cent in the North-East since the start of the recession - prompting claims that young people are losing confidence, skills and hope. The number of under-24s seeking
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York eyesore could be transformed
AN eyesore site in the heart of York could at last be transformed - after 30 years of standing empty. The Graham Family Trust has presented its proposals for transforming the White Swan Hotel, on the corner of Piccadilly and Coppergate, which could
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Darlington hospital workers complete apprenticeships
A GROUP of hospital workers have cleaned up with a full set of awards after all six qualified on their apprenticeships. The employees from Woodlands Hospital, in Darlington, are the first group of apprentices from the college to complete their
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News in brief: Barnard Castle & Teesdale
WARD SURGERY: Durham County Councillors for Barnard Castle West, Barbara Harrison and Richard Bell will hold a ward surgery at Woodleigh on Friday, October 26, between 5pm and 6.30pm. HARVEST FESTIVAL: There will be Harvest service by the Reverend
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Hundreds of houses proposed for Barnard Castle in County Durham Plan
HUNDREDS of new houses are being planned for Barnard Castle – but little if any thought has been given to how new developments will affect the town's already choked roads. That was the claim following a presentation on how the new County Durham Plan
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'Widespread opposition' to Barnard Castle suspension bridge plan
PLANS for a massive £1.3m suspension bridge across the Tees are facing growing opposition in Barnard Castle, town councillors were told this week. During the open forum at Barnard Castle Town Council's monthly meeting, resident Jo Angell challenged
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Celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli to headline Durham food festival
CELEBRITY chef Jean-Christophe Novelli is on a mission to unearth the North-East’s finest food secrets as he headlines a festival in the region later this month. The Michelin-starred chef, who hosted TV’s Chef Academy and has appeared on Hell’s
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Safety event for over 60s
PEOPLE over 60 will be given the chance to find out more about how to protect themselves thanks to a new special event. Those living in and around Crook, Willington and Tow Law are invited to the Ageing Safely event on Friday, October 26.