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'That was one of the best days of my life' - Mark Wood reflects on England's World Cup win at Riverside
MARK WOOD was able to celebrate ‘one of the best days of his life’ as he starred on home soil to help propel England to their first World Cup semi-final appearance since 1992. The Durham paceman took three wickets and claimed the crucial run out
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England cricketers enjoy their day in Chester-le-Street – and so do the fans
OKAY, so there was no Rihanna. Instead, there was Robson Green, and while the Hexham-born star of Soldier Solider might pass for showbiz royalty in these parts, he’s not exactly on a par with Monday’s celebrity spot at Riverside when it comes to worldwide
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Bancroft digs in to secure a Durham draw
A battling innings from Durham captain Cameron Bancroft ensured his side clung on for a determined draw against Lancashire, who were rueing the loss of two key bowlers on the final day at Sedbergh School. Bancroft held the Lancashire attack at bay
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The forgotten World Cup
THE BBC was on the front of most national newspapers twice yesterday. Most of the more right-wing media, which has an agenda against the BBC, led on stories about the extraordinary, soaraway salaries of the corporation's "top talent". It is staggering
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From a swarm of bees, to Rihanna, to this streaker, the Cricket World Cup at Chester-le-Street has seen some sights
ANYONE who thought a day at the cricket would be uneventful should have a rethink, after the World Cup matches at Durham were filled with incident - on and off the field. Last Friday a swarm of bees halted play in the game between South Africa
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Driver on drugs during chase
A DANGEROUS driver has been banned from the roads after leading police on a high-speed pursuit while high on drugs. Robert Kris Allan, 22, was spotted driving a silver Audi A4 out of a petrol station on Shields Road in Byker. When he saw the
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North Park Care Home to hold afternoon tea open day
A CARE home will be opening its doors to the public in a day of afternoon tea and entertainment. North Park care home on L’Anson Street, in Darlington, will welcome in the community for a day of tours and refreshments. Taking place from 10am
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Councillor hopes to move on from old Facebook rant branding leave voters racist
A COUNCILLOR is calling on residents in her ward to look at her work in the community after a controversial social media post resurfaced from three years ago. Newton Aycliffe town councillor, Kathy Beetham, has spoken out after a personal Facebook
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Hartlepool pass season ticket landmark
HARTLEPOOL UNITED supporters have until 6pm on Friday to take advantage of discounted season tickets. Pools have now passed the 2,500 mark for next season’s National League campaign. Les Wilson was the supporter who took Pools to that landmark
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Woman flown to hospital after being assaulted in Bishop Auckland high street
A WOMAN was assaulted outside of a bank in Bishop Auckland town centre, police have confirmed. The woman, who has not been named by police, was flown to James Cook University Hospital for treatment following the incident on Friday afternoon.
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Road reopens after sinkhole repairs are carried out
A ROAD closed following the discovery of a sinkhole has reopened. The B1404 Seaton Lane, at Seaton, near Seaham, was closed by Durham County Council on Friday, June 21,after a void was discovered underneath the road surface. Work has since been
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New leader but old issues
DURING the last nine years of Conservative and coalition governments, the impact of national policy on the North-East has been decidedly mixed. There have been beneficial reforms such as devolution, but there have also been disproportionate negative
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Good Samaritan praised for helping vulnerable boy on the beach
A GOOD Samaritan has been praised by police for helping to save the life of a vulnerable school boy who she found cold and alone in the North Sea. Sue Smith, 49, was walking along the beach at Roker in Sunderland last Monday evening when she saw
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Police break into car after mum locked baby inside
POLICE have had to break into a car after a mother accidently locked her baby inside it. The woman was visiting the Arnison Centre, in Durham, at about 10.30am today with her 12-month-old baby. She accidently locked the child in the car and
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Degrees for the young people who mixed earning and learning
SIX young people who have worked on projects including international festivals and new communications platforms have been awarded degrees. The group of apprentices at Northumbrian Water have completed their course with the University of Sunderland
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Lions bookshop still doing a roaring trade
A BOOKSHOP in which nothing costs more than 50p and where much represents an extraordinary bargain is marking 25 years at its present premises. Read all about it? “Well, maybe we have hid our light under a bushel a bit but in one morning the other
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Quakers face Cartman on opening day
DARLINGTON will renew acquaintances with former Quakers Nathan Cartman and Dave Syers on the first day of the season having been paired with Farsley Celtic. Alun Armstrong’s reign will start on August 3 with a fixture at Farsley, who were promoted
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Sunderland land former Coventry keeper
SUNDERLAND have made their second first team signing of the summer in the form of former Coventry goalkeeper Lee Burge. The Black Cats have been looking at their options to replace Robbin Ruiter and Max Stryjek after they were allowed to leave
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Affordable housing welcomed overlooking Richard III castle town
A PROPOSAL to build a 55-home estate on a hill overlooking the historic town and castle where Richard III learnt knighthood skills has been approved as the scheme will feature a large proportion of affordable housing. Richmondshire District Council
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Cathedral fundraisers get in step for Durham City Run Festival
A TEAM of fundraisers from Durham Cathedral is preparing to join thousands of runners at the Durham City Run Festival later this month. Ten members of the Team Durham Cathedral will tackle the Prince Bishops Durham City 10k or 5k on Thursday, July
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'White Supremacist' youth in court accused of plotting to spark race war
AN alleged white supremacist has appeared in court accused of plotting an act of terror in a bid to bring about a race war. The 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named because of his age, was allegedly caught with a shopping list for a Molotov cocktail
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Spennymoor: Fixtures 2019-20
SPENNYMOOR have been handed an away trip to Hereford on the opening day of the new National League North season. And then that will be followed by a first home fixture against Lee Clark’s Blyth Spartans following Alun Armstrong’s departure to Darlington
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Hartlepool: Fixtures 2019-20
HARTLEPOOL UNITED’S new National League campaign will start with a home date with Sutton United. Pools, who have made numerous new signings in the hope of pushing for promotion this season, have been pencilled in for the visit of Sutton on August
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Burglar jailed for convent break-in after already trying to steal from young family
A MAN who attempted to break into a house while a mother and her young child were at home and then burgled a convent has been jailed for four years. Elroy McArthur tried to break into the house on Woodland Road, in Darlington, on April 23 this
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Entries open for Bottoms Up! run in Washington
ENTRIES are still being accepted for Washington Running Club’s annual Bottoms Up Cup, which takes place this Sunday. The 5k run, in and around Princess Anne Park in the town, is a memorial race in memory of one of the club’s original members, Stephen
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England thrash New Zealand to claim World Cup semi-final spot
SO much for not being able to handle the pressure then. Since England’s World Cup campaign effectively entered the knockout phase, with a defeat in either of their final two group games potentially proving fatal to their hopes of making the last four
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Vereniki Goneva leaves Newcastle Falcons to join Harlequins
VERENIKI GONEVA has left Newcastle Falcons in the wake of the club’s relegation from the Gallagher Premiership. The 35-year-old winger has been one of the most reliable try scorers in the English game since moving to Kingston Park from Leicester
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Voting opens to find the winner of the Love Your Dog Competition 2019
THE finalists for the Love Your Dog Competition 2019 have been chosen and it's now up to you to pick the winner. Apollo, a French Bulldog owned by Leanne Grant is taking on Marshall, a Vizsla-Pointer cross, owned by David Davidson, for the top prize
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Italian Job for Coxhoe student
ONE SESSION was all Coxhoe’s John Pratt needed to be hooked on water polo. Now the 20-year-old is on the cusp of taking his hobby to the very top, set to compete for Great Britain at this week’s World University Games. Pratt is no stranger to
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Do you know this man? Police appeal after bike theft
POLICE would like to speak to this man in connection with the theft of a bicycle in Durham. A Durham Police spokesperson said the incident happened at The Student Village, Ainsley Street, Durham, on Tuesday, June 18. The suspect is described
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Post office murderer was 'let down' by criminal justice system, claims campaigner
A CAMPAIGNER who claims a man was wrongfully convicted of murdering his wife spoke at an event in London - claiming the prisoner and his family have been “let down” by the criminal justice system. Robin Garbutt was found guilty of killing wife
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Ross Taylor hoping his time with Durham will pay dividends against England
ROSS TAYLOR is hoping his first-hand knowledge of Emirates Riverside will prove invaluable as he looks to help New Zealand scupper England’s hopes of making the World Cup semi-finals. Taylor’s most recent experience of playing in England came as
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Knitting up a storm to welcome UCI cycle championships
THOUSANDS of miniature cycling jerseys will adorn Ripon after residents knitted up a storm to celebrate the UCI Road World Championships heading to North Yorkshire. September will see the county host cycling’s equivalent of the World Cup and two
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Major police investigation underway after a man was stabbed in Darlington
A MAJOR police investigation has been launched after a a man was stabbed in Darlington on Monday night. An area of Cockerton Green has been sealed off throughout the day as crime scene investigators worked at the scene. A 19-year-old woman
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Family Fun at Kiplin Hall and Gardens this June and July
SPONSORED CONTENT TWO new trails help young visitors to explore Kiplin Hall and Gardens this summer. Families can experience Kiplin Hall like never before in a musical celebration inspired by the song ‘A Million Dreams’, from the film The Greatest
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Miller Homes announces new regional office in Newton Aycliffe
A HOUSEBUILDER is opening a new office as part of a regional growth plan. Miller Homes is set to occupy a unit at Aycliffe Business Park, in Newton Aycliffe, which will open in Autumn 2019. The new office will be a sister office to its regional
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School’s new wildlife area with ‘outdoor classroom’ is now open
PUPILS at Appleton Wiske Primary School can look forward to some outdoor learning after a new wildlife area was opened on school grounds. Teachers, parents and students have spent almost two years planning and planting the meadow site, which contains
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'This hospital is slowly killing my daughter': father's fight after death at crisis-hit mental health hospital
THE safety level of care provided by a mental health trust has been suspended after the death of a young girl in one of its hospitals last week. The Northern Echo understands that a 17-year-old girl, an inpatient at the West Lane Hospital for children
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Housing development built on 'stilts' recognised for complex design
AN affordable housing development built in place of a once flood-hit sheltered housing scheme has been named the best affordable housing development of the year in a major category. The Oswin Grove affordable housing scheme in Gilling West, Richmondshire
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Paralysed crash victim backs police campaign
A WOMAN who was left paralysed after she was hit by a van has backed a campaign to tackle drink and drug driving in North Yorkshire. Lauren Doherty of Knaresborough has spoken out during North Yorkshire’s Summer 2019 drink and drug driving enforcement
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Beauty queen delivers body positivity assemblies to students
A BEAUTY pageant queen has visited school children to deliver motivational assemblies on body positivity. Kayleigh Atkinson, who was recently crowned Mrs Galaxy UK 2019, was invited to King James I Academy, in Bishop Auckland, by Gemma Cross, the
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Plans announced to keep young people entertained this summer
A HOLIDAY club and a shop run by young people, for young people, are amongst the plans made to entertain youngsters this summer. The Bowes Museum and The Witham are working with The Tees Valley YMCA to create a safe space for young people to hang
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Students given taste of organic farming at Darlington's Acorn Dairy
GREEN-thinking pupils have been given a taste of organic farming by the cream of the region’s dairies. Pupils from Kings Priory School were given the full tour of Acorn Dairy, Archdeacon Newton, near Darlington, by directors Caroline Bell and Graham
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Obese people outnumber smokers two to one in the North-East
THE Government is being urged to tackle obesity as new figures reveal people who are obese now outnumber smokers two to one in the North-East. According to Cancer Research UK, while smoking is still the nation’s biggest preventable cause of cancer
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Darlington school's 'Outstanding' aspirations inspires Lord Agnew
PUPILS at a Darlington academy who are set to benefit from the support of a multi-million pound Government initiative have been visited by a Parliamentary Lord. Under Secretary of State for the School System Lord Theodore Agnew was given a tour
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Lasting tribute to teen whose bravery united a village
A LASTING tribute has been created for an inspirational youngster whose battle with cancer united his community. Kieran Maxwell died at the age of 18 following a seven-year battle against Ewings Sarcoma. A keen athlete and accomplished runner
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"The violence exploded unexpectedly, late at night" – court hears
A MAN accused of causing the death of his mother when he stabbed her husband ten times in a 'catastrophic' explosion of violence did not give evidence at his trial. Adam Burnside is charged with manslaughter after Susan Ward collapsed during the
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Shoe retailer to give hospice a run for its money
STAFF from a shoe retailer will be putting their best foot forward by entering a charity colour run. Charles Clinkard Darlington, who are a sponsor for this year's St Theresa's Hospice Inflatable Colour Run, will be entering their own ten-strong
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Call to aid parents of missing children
A COUNCIL has been urged to incentivise parents to report missing children after being told it had made little progress “for quite some time” in working with parents who avoid contact with social services. Darlington Borough Council’s children and
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Council plans to give £1m to restoration of Durham Miners' Hall
A LOCAL authority is planning to give more than £1m to help with the restoration of County Durham's miners' hall. Durham Miners' Association (DMA)is raising £6.7m to restore its headquarters at Redhills, Durham, and turn it into a community and
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Young Shincliffe photographer wins third place in national competition
A YOUNG photographer with an eye for an unusual shot was a runner-up in a national competition after winning the Northern prize. Nine-year-old Adam Dale, who is a pupil at Shincliffe Church of England Primary School, near Durham, was taking part
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Eoin Morgan hoping to avenge World Cup 'humiliation' as England put their World Cup hopes on the line at Chester-le-Street
EOIN MORGAN is hoping to erase the memory of one of his worst days in cricket by guiding England into the World Cup semi-finals when they host New Zealand at Emirates Riverside today. England take on the Black Caps in their final group game at Chester-le-Street
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Activities for young people to reduce risk of disorder in town centre start tonight
A RANGE of activities have been organised for young people to reduce the risk of antisocial behaviour over the summer. The Hangout concept aims to provide a safe environment for children aged 11 to 16 and will offer activities in Stanley twice a
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Record number of affordable homes built in rural areas
A RECORD number of new affordable homes were built in rural areas of North and East Yorkshire in 2017/18, figures reveal. The 405 affordable homes built bring the total to 1,155 over the past six years. It was also the highest ever number built
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Ambulance sent to help girl in Aycliffe Secure Unit delayed by sat nav mistake
AN ambulance sent to help a girl who was found unconscious in her room at a secure children’s centre was delayed because it went to the wrong location, an inquest has heard. Selwyn Morgans, the manager of Aycliffe Secure Centre, in Newton Aycliffe
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Singer Claire Hamill dedicates song to Port Clarence
A RENOWNED folk singer has returned to her roots to dedicate a performance to the community she grew up in. Singer Clair Hamill played a one-off concert for the people of Port Clarence, in Billingham, to officially hand over a song she had written
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Traffic, green spaces and affordability - Concerns raised over second garden village plan
A COUNCILLOR has raised concerns following the announcement of a second ‘garden village’ to be built in the town. Details of Burtree Garden Village in Faverdale, Darlington, were released by developers following last week’s funding announcement
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Man in court after town disturbance
A MAN is due to appear at court after police received calls about members of the public being threatened on Saturday. Durham police said: “A man has been charged following a disturbance in Ferryhill over the weekend. “Officers were called to
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'We just couldn't accept it': Iris, four, diagnosed with rare cancer 48-hours after GP visit
THE mother of a four-year-old girl who was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer, three weeks ago has spoken out after dozens of people raised more than £2,000 online. Lauren Carter, of Bishopton, near Stockton and mother to Iris Mai, said she
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Confidence boost for North-East businesses
BUSINESS: confidence in the North-East received a welcome boost during June, rising 19 points to 14 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Companies in the North-East report both higher confidence
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Making business personal is the key to exporting success
DAVID Coppock, head of region for the North-East at the Department for International Trade (DIT), explains why businesses should invest in the right relationships when looking for exporting success. Building good relationships is key to creating
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East Durham business park gets go ahead
PLANS for a multi-million pound business park in County Durham have been approved. Durham County Council is funding the construction of seven speculative units, comprising of 155,000 sq ft, at Jade Business Park, in Murton, in east Durham. Planning
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Four in court for dumping rubbish including sofas, fridges and tyres near school
FOUR offenders have been convicted of dumping and burning household and commercial waste including sofas, carpets and caravans near a school. The waste crime offences occurred at a site off Hazard Lane Livery, in Hetton-le-Hole, which is close to
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World first as snack bar made in the region wrapped in recyclable paper
A SNACK bar is being wrapped in recyclable paper after experts found a way to use it in the high speed packaging line. The high speed “flow wrap cold seal” packing process has previously only been suitable for use with more durable plastic films
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Rental property open day invites
A HOUSING association will throw open the doors to properties in two towns to show potential tenants the affordable homes it has on offer. Believe housing will hold open days in Bishop Auckland and Horden. In Horden a property in Davies Walk