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Coronavirus: Councils pull together volunteers to help vulnerable people
Stockton and Middlesbrough councils are pulling together volunteers, businesses and community groups to help those most in need due to the coronavirus. In Stockton, Catalyst, the voice of the Borough’s Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise
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Police name man who was stabbed to death in Durham
Police have released a picture and the name of a man who was stabbed to death on Thursday in Durham. Formal identification has yet to take place, but police have confirmed that they believe the victim is 41-year-old Christopher Ritchie. Police
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Sporting chiefs eye up a way through the coronavirus
AS the coronavirus crisis wreaks havoc with the sporting calendar across the world, talks are taking place around the globe in a bid to make plans for when the action does eventually restart. And while it was confirmed yesterday that a suspension
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Coronavirus: Mother's 'disgust' as shop charges £4.50 for paracetamol and £9 for handwash
A MUM has spoken of her disgust after a village shop tried to hike up prices of medication and cleaning products, as retailers were warned not to overcharge because of the coronavirus crisis. Mother-of-two Elizabeth Jackson and husband Daniel,
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Coronavirus: Durham Cathedral postpones public services and closes exhibits to visitors
PUBLIC services and events at Durham Cathedral, including St Cuthbert’s Day, celebrations, have been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It follows guidance from the Archbishop of Canterbury and York and includes all tours, the Open Treasure
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Q&A: "We know what’s coming around the corner will be much greater than what is coming at the moment"
LIFE has changed and is changing completely due to the coronavirus. Stricter guidelines have urged people to avoid unnecessary social contact and schools will shut to most pupils tomorrow. But these important measures haven’t been taken lightly
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Prime Minister: "The tide can be turned in the next 12 weeks"
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the tide can be turned in the coronavirus fight within the next 12 weeks as he updated the public on the timetable for restrictions. "I'm conscious as the days have gone by that people will want to know how long
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Pervert who sent sick picture and messages to 12-year-old girl avoids jail
A PERVERT who performed a sex act in front of a 12-year-old girl and sent her photographs of his genitals has avoided immediate custody. Ian Maiden was when caught after the victim's mother found the image alongside a number of sexualised messages
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Communities help in times of crisis
SCORES of community groups and businesses are offering help to people who may be self isolating. Some are listed below. To be included in future listings, email newsdeskdurham@nne.co.uk. BARNARD CASTLE Babul’s take away, in Barnard Castle, is
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Children facing issues set to get support sooner
CHILDREN facing mental health concerns or drug and alcohol misuse problems look set to be seen quicker in an overhaul of services following criticism by a government watchdog. North Yorkshire County Council’s executive will next week consider pooling
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Newby Hall set to open gardens with precautions
AS TOURIST attractions are closing across the nation, Newby Hall Gardens is still hoping to open on April 1. The open air attraction hopes to allow visitors to enjoy its gardens and miniature railway, and has taken extra precautions to protect people
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Council closes its leisure centres
LEISURE centres run by Hambleton District Council are now closed for the foreseeable future. These closures include the centres in Bedale, Northallerton, Stokesley and Thirsk and Sowerby as well as the artificial turf pitch at Thirsk School.
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Sunderland University's designers create virus-fighting door opener
EXPERTS at University of Sunderland have come up with a creative response to the current coronavirus crisis - a way to open doors without using your hands. The Institute for Automotive and Manufacturing Advanced Practice (AMAP) have designed and
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Animal ban for woman who left sick bulldog in yard with mouldy sofa
A WOMAN has been banned from keeping animals after she left a bulldog to live a messy yard full of rubbish and a mouldy sofa. British bulldog Royston was underweight, had skin and ear conditions and was living in a cluttered yard full of hazards
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Business rate break to help companies cope with coronavirus
RICHMONDSHIRE District Council is deferring the collection of business rates for the month of April to help businesses through a difficult period. No Direct Debit payments will be requested in April and ratepayers paying by other means will not
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Nandos delivery boosts morale of NHS staff in Teesside
NHS staff have thanked a Teesside restaurant for giving a morale boost after delivering 100 dinners today. Teesside Park Nandos delivered the meals to staff at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust earlier today. It plans to deliver
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'This was a disgraceful piece of conduct' – man suffered broken ankle in violent bar attack
A DRUNKEN confrontation in a town centre pub left one man with a badly broken ankle after he was punched to the ground. Joseph Thompson told his victim that he was going to ‘knock him out’ before delivering the blow which left the man in crippling
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Battle to bar 'eyesore' from heart of historic village
RESIDENTS are battling to stop “an eyesore”, four times the height of a double decker bus, from being erected at the heart of a historic fishing and smuggling haven. Arqiva, which has been appointed by the Department of Energy and Climate Change
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Coronavirus: North-East patient dies as UK death toll increases by 144
A FURTHER person in the North-East has died after being diagnosed with coronavirus as the total number of UK deaths rises to 144. It came as latest figures revealed that the number of COVID-19 cases across the UK had now increased to 3,269.
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Coronavirus: Stagecoach to reduce services on Teesside from next week
ANOTHER bus operator has confirmed services will be reduced following on from latest government advice to avoid all but essential travel due to coronavirus. Stagecoach North East has confirmed its services will be limited from next week as Arriva
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Letters: Coronavirus special
Over-70s curfew I AGREE totally with the letters about the “curfew” for all over-70s (HAS, March 18). Surely we are all capable of making up our own minds about when we should go in to the company of other people?I can see further complication for
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Police warn against coronavirus scam attempts
THE police and the council have posted warnings on social media about coronavirus-related scam emails that are circulating amongst parents. Durham Constabulary and Durham County Council both posted on social media warning against online fraudsters
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Coronavirus: Darlington libraries offering home delivery service
LIBRARIES in Darlington are setting up a delivery services to allow self-isolating users to access its books. Library buildings are closed as part of efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus. But Darlington Libraries has set up the interim
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Darlington dancer hoping to win Miss Tees Valley crown
A TEENAGE dancer has been raising money for a hospice while competing to be in the final of Miss Tees Valley. Darlington schoolgirl Ella Barton, who is also a talented dancer and wants to own her own dance school, has been helping to raise funds
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5,000 new jobs at Co-op for out-of-work hospitality workers
THE Co-op is creating 5,000 temporary roles for hospitality workers who have lost their jobs because of the coronavirus crisis. The retail giant said it is simplifying its recruitment process so successful candidates can start work in the store-based
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Fifth arrest in Naheed Khan murder investigation
Police have arrested a fifth man in connection with the Naheed Khan murder investigation. He has been arrested on suspicion of murder and for conspiring to prevent a lawful and decent burial and remains in custody at this time. Cleveland Police
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Coronavirus: Appeal for help as charity describes foodbankbeing like a 'military field hospital'
A CHARITY has made a desperate appeal for donations and volunteers as the coronavirus hits an already vulnerable former mining community. East Durham Trust has described their foodbank as being “like a military field hospital” as demand has trebled
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Coronavirus: Caravan sites now affected by the Covid-19 outbreak
HOLIDAY makers looking forward to their first break of the year have had their plans thrown into disarray by the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Airlines are grounded flights, ferry services have stopped running, and now caravan parks are starting
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Coronavirus: Anger as bus drivers are told 'one antibacterial wipe' per shift
A NUMBER of bus drivers are reportedly unhappy with the protective measures that have been put in place against coronavirus, The Northern Echo understands. Bus drivers working for Go North East are alleged to have been restricted to just one 'antibacterial
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Council bids to bring Tall Ships back to Hartlepool in 2023
Hartlepool Borough Council has launched a bid to bring the world-famous Tall Ships back to the town. Hundreds of thousands of visitors from far and wide flocked to Hartlepool when the vessels last visited in 2010. The council – working in partnership
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Tour de Yorkshire has 'long-term future' despite cancellation
ORGANISERS are keen to secure a long-term future for the Tour de Yorkshire while insisting the postponed 2020 edition - the last on the current contract - will eventually go ahead even if the coronavirus outbreak forces them to wait until next year
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Motor racing rising star is on a fast track to success
A YOUNG racing driver is rejoining a top team to battle for honours in this season’s JCW Mini Challenge. Ethan Hammerton, 19, has signed up with Team Hard in partnership with JamSport Racing for the Mini Cooper racing series which will feature live
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Supporting local businesses through the coronavirus crisis: Claim your free advert today in one of our titles
"WE are backing all businesses across the North-East and North Yorkshire.” That is the message from Newsquest North-East and North Yorkshire’s sales director Ryan Fenwick and editor Hannah Chapman. In an extremely challenging and unprecedented
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Footballing shutdown extended - no matches until end of April at the earliest
THE suspension of all professional football in England has been extended until April 30 at the earliest. A joint statement issued by the FA, Premier League, EFL, Women's Super League and Women's Championship has confirmed the extension of the current
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Campaigners win bid for public inquiry over de-registration of common land at The Sands
CAMPAIGNERS have won their fight to have a public inquiry over the de-registration of an area of common land in Durham Durham City Freeman and the City of Durham Parish Council made legal representation to the Planning Inspectorate over plans to
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Tourist information centre spruced up for the summer
A CENTRE which provides information to both visitors and residents has been spruced up ready for the 2020 tourist season. Northallerton TIC has improved the display of literature inside the building which is based in the Applegarth Car Park .
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Coronavirus: Parents to receive supermarket vouchers in place of free school meals
PARENTS across the UK are set to get supermarket vouchers in place of school meals as the government orders all schools to close to the majority of students at the end of the week. The government have said parents whose children are entitled to
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Police appeal for help after guide dog is attacked
AN attack on a guide dog has taken place in Hartlepool. The incident happened between 11:30am and 12:30pm close to St Hilda’s Church on the Headland on Monday, February 3. A man was walking with his partner and his guide dog when a dark brown
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Coronavirus: Chief EU Brexit negotiator tests positive for Covid-19
MICHEL Barnier, the European Union’s chief Brexit negotiator, has tested positive for coronavirus. It comes just a day after Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the global pandemic would not affect the UK’s withdrawal from the trading organisation
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Scott Wilson: 'Should I feel guilty about admitting I'm missing football?'
I’M going to let you into a secret. I’m missing football. There, I’ve said it, and before you start judging, I know I shouldn’t be. It’s only been a week since English football’s lockdown really cranked into gear, and let’s be honest, there are
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Coronavirus: Films coming straight to rental due to cinemas closing
With cinemas closing studios have started to announce that they will be releasing films early for watching at home. It is attempt for movie makers to recoup money which has been lost at the box office due to the coronavirus and self isolation.
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Coronavirus: Arriva will start to cancel bus services from next week
A NORTH-EAST bus company has said it will be reducing the number of services across the region following on from the government's announcement to avoid non-essential travel. Arriva North East, which runs services in Darlington, County Durham, Teesside
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Coronavirus: ASDA becomes latest to reserve first hours of trade for the elderly
SUPERMARKET giant ASDA has become the latest retailer to open its doors exclusively for the elderly and the vulnerable in the first few hours of trade. ASDA, which has stores across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside and Tyne and Wear, made the
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Man stabbed to death in Durham; Victim used crutches; Murder investigation launched
POLICE have launched a murder investigation after a man was stabbed to death in a vicious attack in Durham earlier today. Detectives say the 41-year-old victim, described as semi-homeless, would be recognised by many people, as he frequented the
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'Crazed lunatic' who held two hostage and squirted them with ammonia is jailed
A “CRAZED lunatic” who held two people hostage in a house before squirting them with ammonia has been jailed for 10 years. Jake Lancaster, 26, kicked his way into a home in Roker, Sunderland, in a fit of rage last summer claiming he was owed £20
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Barnard Castle arts venue to shut from Friday in response to coronavirus
ARTS venue The Witham in Barnard Castle will close its doors tomorrow afternoon. The closure, which is for the forseeable future, affects the entire building including the cafe, shop and gallery. With events cancelled or postponed and the loss
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Coronavirus: Flights cancelled at Teesside Airport - what you need to know
A NUMBER of flights from Teesside International Airport have been cancelled following the latest government advice to avoid non-essential travel. Today, Eastern Airways announced they would be temporarily suspending services to two UK destinations
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In the bad books
IT has been a serious bone of contention for some time that I am viewed as a second-class citizen by my own granddaughter. I have honestly tried everything humanly possible to be the best Grandad alive. I’ve been a pilot, almost killing myself
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Appeal: Do you know this Chester-le-Street man?
POLICE are appealing for help in finding a man connected with a Chester-le-Street incident. The incident happened at the village store Sacriston on February 28. If you have any information contact Brendan Jackson, Police Constable 1759 Neighbourhood
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Coronavirus latest: North-East patient dies; UK death toll increases to 144; schools to be closed indefinitely
11:08pm Second case in Hartlepool A day after the first case was confirmed, figures released this evening confirm
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Move to open national park routes for all
NATIONAL park leaders look set to make one of its greatest assets more attractive and accessible for a wider range of people. The North York Moors National Park Authority will consider introducing the Miles Without Stiles route categorisation system
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Community cake sale for homeless at Bishop Auckland Tesco
A SUPERMARKET has raised money and awareness for homelessness. Tesco in Bishop Auckland has raised a total of £370 for Stonham Housing Association with a cake and teddy bear sale. John Bailey, community champion at Bishop Auckland Tesco, said
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Teenager admits robbery and theft at same shop on same day
A TEENAGER has admitted carrying out a robbery and shoplifting at the same village store, on the same day. Appearing by video link from Durham Prison to a plea hearing at the nearby crown court, Kyle Zelinka admitted charges of theft of bottles
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Popular burger van sells chocolate scotch eggs - 'an affordable ball of indulgence'
THE owner of a burger van has been inspired by the internet to make his own chocolate scotch eggs for customers during Easter. Kelvin Anderson, from Bishop Auckland, has owned his Papa Kel’s business for four years. The 39-year-old began selling
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'The world needs more people like Terry': Darlington firm secures six-figure investment
A DARLINGTON-based construction company has received a £250,000 investment from NPIF – FW Capital Debt Finance, managed by FW Capital and part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF). Facilities management firm Solid Bond Solutions Ltd
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Teenager admits stabbing victim near Macy Brown's in Darlington
A TEENAGER who stabbed a man on a night out has been warned that he is facing a lengthy custodial sentence. Corey Reece Laver admitted wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article, namely a lock knife, in a public place when he appeared
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Man used car and hammer to seek 'revenge' for brother's attack
AN angry man who used his car to plough into a cyclist before launching a violent attack with his fists and a hammer during a revenge attack has avoided being jailed. Paul Small mounted the kerb in his Vauxhall Astra before knocking his victim into
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Coronavirus: Thursday morning latest - what you need to know
AS the coronavirus outbreak continues to worsen, here’s the overnight situation: • The UK's coronavirus death toll has risen to 104, as it was confirmed 32 more people had died in England. • NHS England said the patients were aged between 59
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English bulldog puppy getting back on all paws
THIS week we wanted to share a rare and interesting condition that we don’t see very often. George is a four-month-old English bulldog puppy who was referred to our specialist internal medicine department with a history of several days of persistent
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Phone messages lands man in custody for breaching restraining order
A MAN who breached a restraining order to keep him from pestering his former partner has been jailed for eight weeks. Steven Brooks will be released almost immediately after serving the equivalent of the sentence whilst remanded in custody since
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Mechanic crashed after taking drugs
A MECHANIC who took a cocktail of drugs before getting behind the wheel and crashing his car has appeared at court. Lee Thomas Morris collided with roadside furniture on Greenfield Way in Newton Aycliffe on the evening of December 4 last year after
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Woman is jailed after being caught with six Diazepam tablets in her bra
A WOMAN has been jailed after she was caught hiding Diazepam tablets in her underwear after receiving a suspended prison sentence for a similar offence. Katherine O’Neal appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court to face one charge of possessing
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Simon Bailes Peugeot supplies purpose-built minibus to Ripon Community Link
A PURPOSE-BUILT minibus supplied by Simon Bailes Peugeot is already making a huge difference to a Ripon charity. The Peugeot Boxer – now christened James – is capable of carrying 12 people, together with two wheelchairs, and is used by Ripon Community
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Coronavirus: How North-East businesses and organisations are virus-ready
THE majority of people across the North-East are now feeling the widespread effect of measures introduced to limit the spread of coronavirus. Over the last week, businesses have been busy putting contingency plans into place and introducing new
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Sentence delay on man subject to home isolation
SENTENCE on a man for cultivating cannabis and assaulting a police woman has been delayed as he is said to be subject to home isolation. Although defendant Allan Bewley arrived at Durham Crown Court for the sentencing hearing, having admitted charges
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Pistol ready to be fired found hidden up sleeve of Albanian man
AN illegal firearm cocked ready to be fired was cut from the sleeve of an Albanian criminal approached by police on the forecourt of a County Durham filling station, a court heard. The man, purporting to be a Greek national, Christos Papadimitriou