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A seventy year love story is retold thanks to photo find
A POIGNANT love story between a French airman and a 19-year-old English girl during the war has proved so touching it is now being retold across the world. EMILY FLANAGAN reports THE discovery of a grainy black and white photograph of three French
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Police hunt masked men after armed robbery in South Bank
MASKED men have carried out an armed robbery at a bookmakers. Police are appealing for witnesses after the raid at the branch of Coral Bookmakers in Normanby Road, in South Bank yesterday evening. At around 5.45pm on Sunday three men went into
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Man who abused young girl in a caravan as her mother slept jailed for six years
A PAEDOPHILE who sexually abused the daughter of a woman he met in an internet chat room has been jailed for six years. Gary Dawson began a series of sex assaults by attacking the young girl on a seaside trip in which he stayed in his parents caravan
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Loco models are a labour of love for matchstick man George
A 90-YEAR-OLD craftsman who spends hours making intricate matchstick models of some of his favourite steam engines has unveiled his latest creation. George Day, from Darlington, took up his unusual hobby following a lifetime working on the railways
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Fire breaks out in Darlington house
FIRE crews were called to a house tonight after reports that people were trapped inside a burning building. Three fire engines were sent to a house in Borough Road, in Darlington shortly before 9pm after a blaze broke out on the ground floor.
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York ancestors of Hollywood actor are commemorated
THE YORK ancestors of Hollywood actor Mark Addy are to be commemorated with a specially-carved headstone. The ancestors of the globally-famous actor, from York, became the focus of a television documentary A Life Without Work, screened on BBC2
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Men arrested after armed burglary
TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of burgling a house armed with a knife and a hammer. The incident happened at 7.20am on Saturday, February 15, at an address in Shepherd Street, Sunderland. Two men forced entry into the house and threatened
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Leisure centre half term fun
LEISURE centres across County Durham are hosting a range of activities to keep children of all ages entertained this half term. Activities include soft play, swimming crash courses and judo sessions as well as the regular facilities such as indoor
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Armed police arrest men in Yarm Road drama - video exclusive
THIS is the dramatic moment armed police swooped on suspects in a busy Darlington road. Police carrying sub-machine pistols were involved in the major incident on Darlington's busy Yarm Road last night (Sunday). Police with guns arrested
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Free advice event for farmers
FARMERS can learn about growing crops for game and wildlife at a free event. The Campaign for the Farmed Environment (CFE) will hold the meeting at Cross Lanes Organic Farm Shop, near Barnard Castle, on Friday, February 21, 10am to 12.30pm.
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Nine-year-old bottle victim Abbie scoops silver in gymastics competition - a day after surgery
A YOUNG gymnast has bounced back after she was scarred and almost blinded by a yob who threw a bottle at a moving car - by winning a silver medal in a competition. Abbie Keers was showered with broken glass after the beer bottle was thrown at her
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Expert claims public transport is a no-go for transgender people as woman abused on train
PUBLIC transport in the region is a no-go for many transgender people and abuse remains an every day occurrence, according to a leading trans-rights activist. Last month a woman was subjected to ‘transphobic’ abuse while travelling on a train between
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Golf challenge for children's charity
A GOLF challenge has raised hundreds of pounds for a children’s charity. The Hotshots Putting Challenge was staged at Ramside Golf Club, near Durham City, on Saturday and Sunday, in aid of Barnardo’s. Businessmen Paul Downs and Edward Lennie
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Project to develop talent of young poets
Secondary school pupils in York are being encouraged to read, write and perform poetry with a new project. On the Mic has been organised by York Literature Festival director and local poet Miles Salter. Funding has been secured to provide creative
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Bird boxes protect feathered friends at RSPB Saltholme
TO celebrate national nest box week visitors to Saltholme were provided with all the materials they needed to make a home for feathered friends. Bird lovers were offered the chance to either make a basic box, or for an additional fee of £2, make
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Village hosts wildlife photography event
A presentation of wildlife photographs – Chasing the Light - will take place in Swainby church hall on Friday, February 21. The event, by John Webster, will begin at 7.30pm. Tickets are at a suggested donation price of £5 and include light refreshments
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Carmel College praised by Minister of State for Schools, David Laws
A TOP performing college has won even more praise after its exam results secured its position as one of the best schools in the country. Minister of State for Schools David Laws has written to Carmel College, in Darlington, for the second time
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Trio's Texas triumph
THREE young gymnasts flew the flag for the region when they went across the pond to compete against the world’s top rising stars. Jade Armstrong, Amy Tinkler and Claudia Barkes took place in the prestigious WOGA Classic in Dallas, Texas, yesterday
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Four arrested over suspected illegal hunt
FOUR people were arrested today (Sunday, February 16) and five dogs were seized, when police disturbed a suspected illegal hunt in North Yorkshire. Officers also seized a car involved in the incident, which happened at 11am at Salton, south-west
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Three car smash on outskirts of York
POLICE and firefighters have been called to a three-car crash on the outskirts of York today (Sunday, February 16). The crash happened on the A1079, near the A64 at Grimston Bar at 12.50pm. Two people were injured. One person suffered back injuries
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North-East accents a target for Westminster 'bullies', says Pat Glass, MP for North West Durham
FEMALE MPS are being ‘bullied’ in the House of Commons because of their North-East accents, it has been claimed. The region is represented by several women including Pat Glass, MP for Durham North West, new South Shields MP, Emma Lewell-Buck and
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Thousands flock to see giants of steam
MUSEUM bosses were stunned when around 11,000 rail fans flocked to the opening day of an exhibition featuring the world record breaking Mallard. Staff at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon, in County Durham, hoped The Great Goodbye
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Peppa Pig - Darlington Civic Theatre
This half term sees the much-loved children’s cartoon Peppa Pig brought live to the stage at Darlington Civic Theatre. It’s an unusual transition, animation to live performance, but one that my niece and I were eager to see. Sporting a Peppa
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Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner, Barry Coppinger, defends £85,000 'Chief of staff' post'
A CONTROVERSIAL £85,000 job to assist Cleveland's Police & Crime Commissioner has been branded a "waste of money" by a local MP. A full-time vacancy for a ‘Chief of Staff’ has been posted on its website with duties including strategic leadership
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Historic feel at annual book fair
A RECRUITMENT poster for the Durham Light Infantry from the early 20th century was displayed at an annual book fair at the weekend. An archive of memorabilia from the North-East regiment was also on sale at the Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association
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Cyclists wanted for London to Paris challenge
A CHARITY wants cyclists to join its London to Paris bike ride – arriving in Paris the day before the nation’s cycling heroes complete the Tour de France. The British Red Cross in Yorkshire is staging a 250-mile journey from capital to capital between
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Guided tours reveal restoration work to bring former cinema back to its Art Deco glory
HISTORY enthusiasts caught a glimpse of the iconic Art Deco architecture of a former 1930s cinema before the building closes its doors for renovation work. Scores of people were treated to a tour of the former Majestic cinema, in Bondgate, Darlington
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Art project gives support to region's soldiers and their families
MILITARY families have discovered their creative side thanks to a special art project at the Clow Beck Eco Centre, in Croft. Colourful trinket boxes and decorative wooden stools were just some of the things made by both civilian and armed forces
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Newcastle home game postponed
NEWCASTLE'S home game with Everton on Sunday, March 9 has been postponed because of the Merseyside club's progress in the FA Cup. Everton beat Swansea 3-1 in the fifth round earlier today, and will be playing a quarter-final tie against either
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Sunderland drawn away in FA Cup quarter-finals
SUNDERLAND will travel to either Brighton or Hull City in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. The Black Cats' reward for beating Southampton on Saturday is a trip to either the Amex Stadium or KC Stadium on the weekend of March 8-9. The identity
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Teacher from Stockton dies after being thrown from her horse
A TEACHER died after a freak fall when her spooked horse bolted before she had properly mounted. Jayne Goodwin, originally from Stockton, suffered massive injuries and died three weeks later following a decision to switch off her life support machine
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Fundraising race night for new scout and guide venue
Stokesley Round Table has organised a race night to raise funds for a new headquarters for Stokesley guide and scout groups. The event will take place on March 7 at the current scout and guide headquarters on North Road in the town. Tickets are £6
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Retail project's uncertain future
EFFORTS have begun to secure the future of a successful shop-share project. The venture, which trades as Gentian, was set up by Barnard Castle Vision, the market town's 20-year regeneration and development initiative. The lease on Gentian,
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Giant puppets emerging from the sea and crowds of performances help produce festival highlight
CROWDS braved biting winds and flocked to Scarborough’s seafront to watch an outdoor performance involving giant puppets and casts of hundreds. Crowds of school children, amateur actors and music groups all helped stage the performance of Opheus
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Dinwiddie ends in the money again
BARNARD CASTLE'S Robert Dinwiddie was rewarded for four solid rounds of golf at the African Open to the tune of around £6,000. Dinwiddie carded his third successive 68, three under, at the East London Club yesterday to finish tied 34th. He
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Ale & Arty beer festival at Arc in Stockton
COMEDY and camaraderie are being celebrated at CAMRA’s Ale & Arty Beer festival which takes over Arc in Stockton this week. Friday night festival only tickets have sold out but there are still spaces to sample ales, perry, cider and lager on
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Summer of fun planned for Barnard Castle
A WORKING group has been set up to ensure there is plenty to do in a County Durham market town this summer. Town councillors in Barnard Castle are keen to repeat the success of a series of community events held last year. A highlight of the
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The Gateway in Middlehaven, Middlesbrough, shortlisted for national design award
A NEWLY opened £10m neurological rehabilitation centre has been shortlisted for a national design award. The Gateway in Middlesbrough is one of three finalists in the Best Design for Young Adults category in the Pinder’s Healthcare Design Awards
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Prize Bingo Evening
A prize bingo evening is to be held in Hutton Magna village hall on Saturday 22 February at 7:00 pm Admission £5.00 on the door (includes bingo cards and a light bite supper).
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York athlete in line for World Indoor Championships after weekend win
RICHARD BUCK enhanced his chances of making the British 4x400m squad for next month's World Indoor Championships with victory in the domestic 'B' final at this weekend's British Indoor Grand Prix in Birmingham. Buck, who is a member of the City
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Children try rationing for the day in Second World War studies
Class 4 pupils at Sessay CE Primary School, near Thirsk, North Yorkshire, sampled wartime rationing as part of their studies into the Second World War. Louise Waite, from the school, said as part of their experience the children had ration books
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Night to raise money for sick children
A CHARITY night with a disco, comedian and live music will be held at Shildon Civic Centre on Friday, February 21, 7pm. Tickets available on the door priced £4 for adults, £3 under 12s and free to children under two. Proceeds in aid of The
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Help needed to name new farm arrival
A FARM attraction in the North-East is welcoming its newest arrival in time for half term. The white male Alpaca, born to Oscar at Hall Hill Farm, near Lanchester in County Durham, is just a week old. Visitors are being asked to help to name
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Wounded veteran to take part in charity bike ride to help raise money for the centre that has aided his recovery
A VETERAN soldier injured while serving in Iraq is in training to cycle 440 miles from Edinburgh to London to fundraise for Help for Heroes and to aid in his rehabilitation. Paul Fee, who lives in Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, said it was
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Youth club treats older people to show and party
A YOUTH club has laid on a fun night for older members of the surrounding community. Four senior members of Oxhill Youth Club, near Stanley, secured £1,000 to fund the event, which included a pantomime and pirate themed party with a buffet afterwards
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Police tackle nuisance youths at leisure centres
REPORTS of anti social behaviour outside two leisure centres have started to fall after police and staff vowed to tackle the problem. Residents complained to beat officers about the behaviour of youths hanging around the centres at both Ferryhill
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Police seeking man who took money after offering to carry out roofing work
POLICE are hunting a bogus workman suspected of obtaining money by deception. It is believed he made unsolicited visits to two homes in Stokesley, on North Road and The Avenue on Monday, February 10, between 10am and noon, when he offered to carry
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New show by choral society
Lanchester and District Choral and Operatic Society presents The Bartered Bride at Lanchester Methodist Church on Friday February 28 from 7.15pm. Narrated by story teller Peter Collins, guest soloists are soprano Susan Jordan, tenor Paul Smith
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Forthcoming events at Newsham
A baking sale for Sport Relief, chocaholics heaven and fashion show are among the forthcoming events being held at or in aid of Newsham village hall. Saturday 1st March at 10.30am Sport Relief Bake Sale. Cake stall and bring and buy stall, please
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Older than dinosaurs and still going strong - marine attraction shares the fascination of jellyfish
A SEA LIFE attraction has welcomed a new arrival of jellyfish – a species which outdate dinosaurs and some believe will take over the oceans. The Sea Life Centre at Scarborough has created a new attraction dedicated to the strange and resilient
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Woman in late eighties left "very shaken" after finding burglar in home
AN ELDERLY woman was left shaken after finding a burglar in her home shortly after hearing the sound of breaking glass. The woman, aged in her late eighties, disturbed the man in her living room at about 8pm on Saturday (February 15). He immediately
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Driver urged to come forward after collision with bus in Hartlepool
A CAR driver who could have suffered injuries following a collision with a bus is being urged to come forward. Police are appealing to the man behind the wheel of a blue Ford Fiesta ST to make contact following the incident in Oxford Road, Hartlepool
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Sport Relief Mile sets off from Stockton for the first time
This year will see the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile come to Stockton for the first time. The event, for people off all abilities will set off from Durham University’s Queen’s Campus sports centre, on University Boulevard, Thornaby, at noon on
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Discount store in talks with Tesco over development
A SUPERMARKET giant is in talks with a popular discount store over plans to regenerate a town centre. Clearance Bargains, which is owned by Argos, currently stands on the site where Tesco wants to build a multi million pound superstore. The
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Bottom club Billingham Town show improvement
Billingham Town’s first goal in over twelve hours of football was enough to give manager Darren Trotter some hope for the future, even though the bottom club lost 4-1 at home to Crook Town. The first division’s bottom club are just a couple of
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Bed and breakfast owner takes legal advice over water-filled hole
A BED and breakfast owner has taken legal advice after workers left a water-filled hole outside his business. Nigel Mould, who runs the Grade II listed Grove House in Leyburn with wife Jean, says it is unsightly and a safety risk. It was dug
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Ten-and-a-half year jail term for Coulby Newham man who raped schoolgirl
A MAN who raped a schoolgirl was locked up for more than ten years as a judge told of how the law needs to protect some teenagers from themselves. The victim did not want sex to take place the first time it did, and sobbed and covered her face
