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Jonathan Woodgate 'satisfied' despite lack of deadline-day action at Middlesbrough
NO ONE in, and no one out. It might have been a deadline day devoid of action at Rockliffe Park, but Jonathan Woodgate insists he is more than satisfied with his first transfer window as Middlesbrough head coach. Having admitted he was hoping to
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Bungalows 'would lift market town'
HOUSING developers have claimed their plan to build ten three-bedroom dormer bungalows on land next to a main gateway to a historic market town will have a “positive effect” on the town’s setting. The plans submitted by Gladglider Ladycross Ltd
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Driver died and two children are injured
A MOTORIST has died and two children were injured in a car crash yesterday morning. The 61-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision on the A64 near Scagglethorpe, between Malton and Rillington. He was travelling in a grey
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Andy Carroll 'desperate to make up for lost time' after rejoining Newcastle United
ANDY CARROLL is hoping to rewind the clock to his glory days as a Newcastle United player after completing a dramatic deadline-day return to St James’ Park. Eight-and-a-half years after leaving Tyneside in a controversial £35m switch to Liverpool
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Shooting suspects urged to hand themselves in
A POLICE investigation is underway after a suspected shooting. Officers were called out to a firearms incident which is thought to habe occurred at about 1am on Wednesday on Bentinck Road in Elswick, in Newcastle. Nobody reported it to the police
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Heroic police dog catches danger driver
A POLICE dog has been praised after taking down a dangerous driver as he ran through a field to escape police. Darrell Patterson, 24, had been driving a Vauxhall Zafira through Gateshead on January 8 when police signalled for him to stop. He
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'The lowest of the low' - thieves ransack Teesside Hospice charity shop
THIEVES have caused thousands of pounds worth of damage at a charity shop after breaking in and stealing the takings. The Teesside Hospice store in Saltburn, which raises money for the terminally ill, was targeted at 6.30pm last night (Wednesday
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Man, 61, dies in three-vehicle-crash on stretch of A64
A 61-YEAR-OLD man has died in a crash involving a car-transporter and heavy goods vehicle on the A64. The man, who has not been named, was pronounced dead at the scene in the three-vehicle-crash near Scagglethorpe, between Malton and Rillington
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Bridge installed as Dales floods clean up continues
A TEMPORARY bridge is now in place as the clear-up operation from last week’s flash floods in the Yorkshire Dales continues. The structure will replace the damaged Cogden Beck crossing on the B6270 which links the upper dale to Richmond and is part
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'Time and resources needed to tackle wildlife challenge' in North York Moors
NATIONAL park bosses have outlined the challenges they face in conserving and boosting wildlife following criticism over the state of creatures in its highly protected landscapes. The North York Moors National Park Authority said it was confident
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'He was a gentleman': Bikers turn out for funeral of Coxhoe man after crash in French Alps
BIKERS from across the country have paid tribute to a "devoted family man" and "gentleman" following his death in the French Alps. Shaun Henderson, from Coxhoe, in County Durham, died while on a biking tour in Europe on July 13. Bikers from all
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Bury on the brink of suspension from the EFL
Bury have been given a two-week deadline to save their EFL status after the suspension on their notice of withdrawal of membership was lifted by the organisation on Thursday. The EFL has suspended the Shakers' Carabao Cup match against Sheffield
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Council agrees to review dedicated workers after five homeless deaths in four months
A COUNCIL has agreed to review its decision to remove dedicated workers after five homeless people died in the four months. Middlesbrough Council’s Breaking the Boundaries Team was set up to “make sure that every single individual who begs or sleeps
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'Eight-and-a-half years after he left in one of Mike Ashley's most contentious moves, Andy Carroll is back where he belongs'
THE hair is a little bit longer, the ankles are a fair bit more battered and bruised, but when he pulls a black-and-white shirt back over his head in the next few days, there will be no mistaking the identity of Newcastle United’s new centre-forward
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Council leader denies claims that £35m loan was to "bail out" housing group
A COUNCIL leader has denied claims that his local authority has "bailed out" a housing association with a £35m loan it lent, five years ago. In 2014, Hambleton District Council agreed to loan the multi-million pound figure to the Broadacres Housing
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There's No Place like Utopia
“ENJOYING a walk recently near Beamish, we wondered about the origins of the name of the nearby village of No Place, which is also known as Co-operative Villas,” says Pete Winstanley, of Durham. Being an erudite fellow, he continues: “I suggested
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Oh Heck, they've done it again! Sausage-tastic new Bedale kit unveiled
A FOOTBALL club known for its sausage-tastic charity kits have done it again with their new strip. Bedale Association Football Club is sponsored by Heck Food and since 2017 have sportingly donned questionable-looking sausage-inspired kits which
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Support your local independent retailer
July, every year, is celebrated as Independent Retailer Month, and although it has just ended this year, we still need to remember the important role smaller, local, independent retailers play in the communities they serve, the local economy they contribute
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British Steel close to rescue deal with three steelmakers in the running to acquire firm
A DEAL to rescue British Steel is edging closer with three bidders in the running to acquire the whole firm. The three bidders, all existing steelmakers, remain in talks to rescue Britain's second-largest steel producer, which employs thousands
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Major injury blow for Darlington defender Luke Trotman
DARLINGTON are likely to be without Luke Trotman out for the rest of the season after he ruptured an Achilles tendon in last night’s match with Gateshead. The right-back suffered the injury late in the 1-1 draw at Blackwell Meadows and was taken
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Three more arrested in 'drive-by shooting' investigation
A FURTHER three people have been arrested in connection with a firearm incident in Stockton. The incident, in which a firearm was discharged at the front door of a house in Norton, Stockton, happened on Monday, August 5. A 21-year-old man,
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Warnings against illegal pesticides after animal killed
POLICE have issued a warning over the use of illegal pesticides and pesticide abuse, after a poisoned bird was found dead. Towards the end of October, a red kite was reportedly found dead by a landowner in Nidderdale in the Yorkshire Dales.
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Review: The Violet Green, Norton, Stockton
BLACKWELL’S and Norton go together like steak and kidney. Anyone who knows the Teesside village will have heard of the traditional butchers and deli opposite the duck pond. It’s an institution. Norton has developed its own character and identity
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Late fightback earns Bishops a point
Bishop Auckland rescued a late point in a 2-2 draw with Seaham Red Star at Heritage Park. Seaham had much the better of the opening stages, and had three efforts cleared off the line and another two saved by keeper Nick Liversedge, before Bishops
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TRANSFER DEADLINE DAY: Andy Carroll's return to Newcastle is CONFIRMED - Ryan Shotton STAYS at Middlesbrough
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Dylan McGeouch: 'I want to prove I'm not a bit-part player'
SPEAK to the 18 players involved in Sunderland’s play-off final defeat to Charlton Athletic, and they will all explain how painful it was to miss out on promotion by the narrowest of margins. The disappointment was etched on their faces as they trudged
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Georgian walled garden set to throw open its gates to the public
AN 18th century walled garden with unique views of a landmark castle and tower is opening to the public during Richmond's GeorgeFest . Mr Yorke’s Walled Garden was built by John Yorke II, who lived with his wife, Anne, in a 17th century mansion
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Weird and wonderful cucumbers flourish in the humidity
ALL cucumbers great and small - and hairy and knobbly and slender - are flourishing at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in Harrogate this week because of the recent hot weather. This year 18 weird and wonderful cucumber cultivars are being grown at the garden
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Newcastle targeting a final deadline-day deal to add to Emil Krafth
EMIL KRAFTH will be confirmed as Newcastle United’s fourth summer signing today, and the Magpies are hoping to make one more addition ahead of the 5pm transfer deadline as well as waving goodbye to a number of fringe players. Krafth successfully
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Legal company takes on expert in family law
A LAW firm has extended its team with the appointment of a highly experienced family lawyer who is also a Deputy District Judge. Swinburne Maddison in Durham City has taken on Natalia Lalas, who has Higher Rights of Audience, which allow her to
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Bishop Auckland given splash of colour thanks to legal graffiti wall
THE transformation of a town centre street saw artists unite to brighten up an area. Dan Walls of Illumination Wall Art turned Railway Street, in Bishop Auckland, into a canvas with help from four of the regions best underground artists. Mr
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Places available on nature reserve 5k run
PLACES are still left for a fun run round a nature reserve. Durham Wildlife Trust will hold this year’s annual Run Rainton event on Saturday, August 17 at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, near Houghton le Spring. Participants will receive ecologically-friendly
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Taekwondo silver in Croatia for Simone Abley
A TALENTED student has won silver in an international martial arts contest. Simone Abley finished second in the female welterweight division at the European Universities Taekwondo Championships held in Croatia. At the start of the competition
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Kitten has toe amputated after stowing away in car bonnet
A KITTEN which suffered horrific injuries after stowing away underneath a car bonnet has found a new home. Sox, a black and white kitten, was six-weeks-old when it had to have a toe amputated and undergo reconstructive surgery after suffering life-threatening
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Trial date moved for accused barman
THE trial of a barman accused of the alleged over-zealous expulsion of a supposed problem customer has been put back to start early next year. Marc Evans was to have gone on trial at Durham Crown Court yesterday, on a charge of inflicting grievous
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Couple set to take over Esh Winning pub after £460,000 investment
A VILLAGE pub is set to reopen this month when a £460,000 refurbishment is complete. The Stag's Head, in Esh Winning is being taken over by experienced licensees Michael and Tracy Miller and is getting a complete overhaul before it reopens at the
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Sunderland leaders back city developments
BUSINESS leaders have welcomed what they describe as a ‘step-change for Sunderland’, after three major development announcements in as many weeks. Leaders from companies and organisations across Sunderland and beyond have welcomed the news of 300
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Hospital plan is part of major development but is uncertain
A MULTI million pound plan to replace an ageing hospital includes creating several other care and leisure facilities on the former steelworks site in Consett. Outline plans for the new building, which includes a 20-bed ward and a pharmacy, have
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Mayoral couple celebrate golden wedding anniversary
A MAYOR of a County Durham town celebrates her 50th wedding anniversary. Elizabeth and Alan Bruce, 71 and 75 respectively, who live in Chilton have been married since 1969. Alan is originally from Counden and Elizabeth from Toronto near Bishop
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Plans to cut back hedgerow to go out to public consultation
PLANS to manage the landscape along a stretch of the River Tees will be investigated this summer. Middleton St George Parish Council is looking at how it can improve access to the river as it runs through Middleton One Row. The council is considering
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Petrolheads and classic car enthusiasts to descend on racecourse
PETROLHEADS and classic car enthusiasts will descend on Ripon Racecourse for the second classic car show to be held there, this year. More than 500 classic cars of all types, motorcycles, historic vans, trucks and ex-military vehicles will take
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Raby Hunt's award winning chef to tickle the taste buds with mini food festival
THE North East’s most celebrated chef is to share his kitchen with a number of the region’s best-known cooks next month. On September 22, the two Michelin starred The Raby Hunt, at Summerhouse near Darlington, will be hosting its own version of
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‘That’s all from me. Goodbye’
LESS than ten minutes before one of his last lunchtime broadcasts, Colin Briggs is in a playful mood and appears as relaxed off screen as he does on it. For almost two decades people in the North-East have heard their daytime regional news from
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'They're ripping us apart' - Shock as staff are made redundant for care home refurbishment
VULNERABLE residents are being evicted from their nursing home and dozens of staff are being made redundant while it closes for refurbishment. The Northern Echo understands that staff at the Morris Grange Care Home in Middleton Tyas near Richmond
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Dedicated youngster ready for latest fundraising challenge
A DEDICATED young fundraiser will be pulling on his running shoes this weekend as part of his latest efforts to support one of his neighbours. Five-year-old Harrison Foer is no stranger to fundraising despite his tender age and on Sunday he will
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Final preparations for this weekend's Darlington's 10km
THE final preparations are being put in place for this weekend’s Darlington 10km road race. More than 2,000 people are expected to take part in the race with a series of road closures being put in place to ensure the safety of competitors.
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Inmate facing trial accused of slash attack on fellow prisoner
A PRISONER is to stand trial later this month accused of carrying out a savage attack on another inmate in a jail’s shower block. Fabio Serrano is alleged to have slashed the fellow inmate across the face with a makeshift bladed weapon during an
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MPs seek answers from Amazon about Darlington site's working conditions
MPs have attempted to seek assurances from Amazon bosses about job security and workplace safety at the online retailer's new Darlington distribution centre. Darlington MP Jenny Chapman and Sedgefield MP Phil Wilson have sent a joint letter to
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WATCH: 98-year-old care home resident Jim impress with piano performance
A NINETY-eight year old man who first learnt to play the piano when he was just five-years-old has been impressing staff, visitors and residents at a care home. Jim Cargill, who lives at The Gables Care Home in Middlesbrough, has been performing
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Man stabbed his brother in the heart after cocaine-fuelled row, murder trial hears
A MAN accused of murder said "mam I think I’ve killed him" minutes after stabbing his brother in the heart, a court heard. Vincent Bell, 36, is said to have stabbed Damian Banks, 34, three times with a kitchen knife at his home in Durham in a “
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Team helping people live independently up for award
A SERVICE that helps people maintain their independence for longer has been shortlisted for a national award. The Bernicia County Durham Handyperson Service, which is headquartered in Pity Me, is a finalistt for the Foundations National Healthy