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Happy Mondays star Paul Ryder dies aged 58 before playing Sunderland gig
Paul Ryder, bass player and founding member of the Happy Mondays, has died aged 58. A statement from the band said the Salford-raised musician died on Friday morning. Alongside his frontman brother Shaun, Paul founded the Happy Mondays in 1980
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Is Netflix down? Users get NSES-500 error code
Just when you want to Neflix and chill, on Friday evening users have been reporting receiving an error message when trying to access the streaming service. Subscribers were left unable to watch their favourite films and TV shows after the platform
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Rishi slips to third - but we need all the friends in high places we can get
THE Richmond MP Rishi Sunak has slipped to third favourite with the bookmakers to win the Tory leadership race and become the next Prime Minister. He’s now looking to have been too close for too long to Boris Johnson and, quite incredibly, is being
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Newcastle appoint Darren Eales as new Chief Executive Officer
NEWCASTLE United have appointed Darren Eales as the club’s new Chief Operating Officer. Eales comes to Tyneside from MLS side Atlanta United where he has been president and Chief Executive since the club’s inception in 2014. He will working
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Chris Wilder fields strong Boro side for Braga friendly
CHRIS Wilder has fielded a strong side for Middlesbrough’s pre-season friendly tie against Braga as they see out their tour of Portugal with a non competitive game against last season’s Europa League semi finalists. Josh Coburn starts with Matt
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New compensation rules announced for victims at County Durham detention centre
A compensation scheme for victims of abuse at a notorious North East borstal has been extended, the Ministry of Justice has announced. It means people who suffered physical abuse Medomsley Detention Centre, near Consett, now have until January
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How a heroic taxi driver stopped a hammer-wielding shopping centre armed robber
An armed robber who terrified staff working on a shopping centre stall was caught by a taxi driver, security staff and members of the public who detained him at the scene. Anthony Potts, 34, was sentenced to more than three years behind bars after
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Darlington school responds after parents hit out over uniform rules during heatwave
A Darlington secondary school has come under fire for sticking to much of its uniform policy as temperatures are set to rise above 30c next week. Parents have approached The Northern Echo to say their requests for children at Hummersknott Academy
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Major event in region CANCELLED due to extreme hot weather this weekend
A dog show in North Yorkshire has been forced to cancel due to the extreme hot weather set to sweep across the region this weekend and early next week. Saving Yorkshire’s Dogs Summer Show, a major fundraiser for the rescue service, has cancelled
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Yorkshire trainers have sights on Summer Festival haul at Redcar
REDCAR stages the second day of the Go Racing In Yorkshire Summer Festival on Sunday – and Yorkshire trainers look poised to make hay while the sun shines. Malton trainer Tim Easterby can get Yorkshire off to a flying start on Circus Family Fun
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This is when parts of County Durham will see temperatures hit 34c next week
The North East is not being spared the extreme heat that is set to sweep across the nation this weekend and early next week – here’s exactly when the hot weather will hit. Areas of County Durham and Darlington now fall under an amber heat warning
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The chilling note left by mum who had just murdered two-year-old Daniel Green
A callous mother who used a plastic bag to smoother her two-year-old son left a pleading note for her own mother to find. Evil Carol Hodgson left a sickening note in her Guisborough home after she murdered her son Daniel and made a failed attempt
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These are the people who will be offered a Covid booster jab this autumn
Everyone over the age of 50 will be offered a Covid-19 booster and flu jab this autumn, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has announced. This is a change from previous guidance from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI)
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Troy Williamson urges Josh Kelly to agree to North-East title clash
AFTER the British Boxing Board of Control order Troy Williamson to defend his British middleweight title against Josh Kelly, the Darlington boxer has urged the Sunderland fighter to agree to the bout and give the North-East a ‘huge fight’. Willamson
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North East tech training firm could create 50 jobs from new £1m head office
An apprenticeships provider which specialises in the tech and digital sectors is aiming to create at least 50 new jobs after relocating to a new £1m head office. Baltic Apprenticeships have completed the purchase of Pioneer House, at Pioneer Court
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The North East beach named one of the most Instagrammable in the UK
A North East beach has been named one of the most Instagrammable in the UK as hot weather this weekend will bring thousands to the seaside. Whitley Bay beach in North Tyneside came out as the second most Insta-worthy seaside spot, just behind Brighton
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Police detective speaks of devastating impact of investigating child's murder
A senior detective has spoken about the harrowing investigation into the murder of two-year-old Daniel James Hodgson Green. The toddler was suffocated by his mother Carol Hodgson in February this year before the 40-year-old failed to take her own
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Newcastle United 3 1860 Munich 0: Bruno on target as Magpies cruise to victory in Austria
NEWCASTLE UNITED'S pre-season preparations continued with a comfortable 3-0 win over 1860 Munich in Austria this afternoon. The Magpies scored all three of their goals in the second half against German third-tier opposition, with Eddie Howe handing
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Labour MPs slam mayor's £20m investment in Teesside Airport after £11m loss
Teesside MPs have slammed Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen’s pledge to invest a further £20m in Teesside Airport this year after it recorded losses of more than £11m. New accounts out today revealed that Teesside Airport made an £11.8m loss last year
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Millions of UK workers set for cash boost under new laws
Millions of UK workers will receive a welcome cash boost as new laws on tipping for hospitality workers come into force TODAY. New legislation, backed by the government today (Friday 15 July), will ban employers from withholding tips from their
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Bravery of officer who disarmed 'man with Uzi' threatening his own mother
A heroic police officer who disarmed a man threatening to shoot his own mother has attended a national awards ceremony. Sergeant Graham Yare swiftly responded to a 999 call in which it was reported a man was in possession of a firearm and was threatening
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Middlesbrough 'delighted' with final Djed Spence agreement - after standing firm in Tottenham talks
DJED SPENCE is set to complete his much-debated move from Middlesbrough to Tottenham this weekend after the two clubs finally reached an agreement over the terms of his transfer. After weeks of negotiations and stand-offs, a deal has been agreed
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Ex-Boro loanee Aaron Connolly heads to Italy for next season
EX-MIDDLESBROUGH loanee Aaron Connolly has found his next move and is heading abroad to spend next season with Italian side Venezia FC. After spending the second half of last season on Teesside, Connolly has been sent back out on loan by Premier
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Judge's damning words as mum sentenced to life for murdering her two year-old son
A judge's damning words as he sentenced child killer Carol Hodgson to life in prison. Judge Paul Watson QC, the Recorder of Middlesbrough, told the 40-year-old that she would serve at least 18 years in custody before being considered for release
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Braga vs Boro: Kick-off time, the opposition and likely line-ups
BORO take on Braga in a pre-season friendly tonight in Portugal before they head back to the UK tomorrow. Here are all of the details of tonight's game: Where is the game taking place? The game is taking place in Portugal at the Municipal
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Government update on school closures as heatwave sparks 'national emergency'
The government has issued an update to parents over whether schools will close as part of measures during the UK heatwave. The Met Office has warned that people’s lives could be at risk as it indicated it is likely that a new UK record temperature
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Dad's heartbreak after Daniel Green, 2, murdered by the 'mum from hell'
The devastated father of a murdered toddler has bravely spoken of the heartbreak that he and his family has been suffering since their world was turned upside down. Stefan Green stood up in court to give an emotional statement to express the trauma
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Man, 21, arrested after leading police on chase through small town in stolen car
A 21-year-old man has been arrested after leading police on a chase through the streets of a North Yorkshire town in a stolen Volvo. The incident happened at around 3am on Friday, July 15 when police officers requested a Volvo V70 to stop in Ripon
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Hollywood film star surprises North East boy, 13, after undergoing open-heart surgery
A Hollywood film star has surprised a 13-year-old boy with a message of support after he underwent open-heart surgery. Ivan Hollingsworth, 47, from Whitley Bay, sent a message out on Twitter on Tuesday evening on behalf of his son Seb, asking “
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It's Christmas in July for North East youth theatre group
WE may be heading for a major heatwave, but this North East theatre group is getting into the Christmas spirit a bit early. The Sedgefield Players Youth Group (SPYS) are bringing Christmas to Sedgefield in July, with A Christmas Carol on Sunday
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Sunderland complete move for West Ham United youngster
SUNDERLAND have completed the permanent signing of defender Aji Alese who has made the move from West Ham United for an undisclosed fee. Alese, who has penned a three-year deal at the Stadium of Light, becomes their third summer signing after the
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Aji Alese: What you need to know about Sunderland's new signing
SUNDERLAND have completed their third permanent signing of the summer, bringing in Aji Alese from West Ham United. The 21-year-old centre-half has signed a three-year deal with the Black Cats, with the club having the option of a further year.
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Newcastle United v 1860 Munich Team News: Nick Pope making first Magpies start in Austria
NICK POPE will make his first start in a Newcastle United shirt as the Magpies take on 1860 Munich in a pre-season friendly in Austria. Pope has been selected as the Magpies' starting goalkeeper following his summer move from Burnley, with Martin
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Why a major road in County Durham can't remain open as temporary lights removed
A major road in County Durham has today closed for six months as important remedial work takes place. The B6300, known as Burnigill Bank, has today closed to all traffic in both directions following reports of landslips and damage to the road.
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Dundee United v Sunderland: Kick-off time, TV and streaming coverage, likely line-ups
Having returned from their training camp in Portugal, Sunderland head to Scotland to take on Dundee United in their latest pre-season friendly on Saturday. Here are all the details of the game... WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Saturday's
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Café that served 'sarnies and sundaes' could be transformed into a tattoo shop
A former Sunderland café could be transformed into a tattoo shop under new proposals submitted to council planning bosses. Earlier in July, 2022, Sunderland City Council’s planning department validated a planning application for 15 Roker Baths
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Two Islanders face dumping as the villa prepares for movie night on TONIGHTS Love Island
After last night's re-coupling saw new boy Adam pick Paige and Tasha and Andrew make it official, tonight will see two Islanders make their exit. With the results of the public vote set to shock the villa, six islanders face being dumped from Love
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Hartlepool school holds summer fair to launch new outdoor space
CATCOTE Academy’s annual summer fair this month will act as the official opening of a wonderful new outdoor space for the community to enjoy. The Hartlepool school, which caters for students with special educational and physical needs, wants people
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Gaming firm wins place on prestigious growth programme
A DARLINGTON-based video games company, Typical Gaming, has has won a place on the highly competitive Roblox Games Accelerator Program. The firm specialises in creating unique experiences in the Roblox online gaming metaverse, and has just released
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Hot weather RECAP: Met Office issues red warning for extreme heat for first time
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The action you should take now as Met Office issues red weather warning
The Met Office has issued its first red extreme heat weather warning across England ahead of scorching temperatures on Monday and Tuesday. The national forecaster warns of “exceptional hot spell on Monday and Tuesday leading to widespread impacts
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All the winners as North East England Chamber of Commerce business awards return
More than 360 people attended the North East England Chamber of Commerce Business Awards at The Sage in Newcastle last night. The winner of business of the year was the Blyth manufacturer Tharsus which also won the larger company category. Its
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Newcastle's Mike Salisbury defending British Paratriathlon title
WORLD-CLASS para-triathlete Mike Salisbury will defend his British Championship title this weekend ahead of the Super Series Grand Final in Sunderland next month. The Newcastle teacher, who was born with a congenial shortening of the left arm,
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Carol Hodgson trial LIVE: Mum to be sentenced for killing boy, 2, in bungalow
5:43pm Evil Carol Hodgson left a sickening note in her Guisborough home after she murdered her son Daniel and made a failed
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DVSA gives warning to learner drivers as thousands of tests are wasted per month
The DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) has given a warning and some advice to learner drivers to ensure fewer driving tests are wasted per month. Currently, more than 6,000 tests are being wasted due to learner drivers not showing up, which
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Coronation Street star breaks silence over secret health battle to 'help people'
Coronation Street star Jamie Kenna has spoken out over life-threatening panic attacks and depression in an effort to “help people”. The actor, who portrays Phill Whittaker on the long-running ITV soap, used his platform to speak out as a “working-class
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Family raise thousands in memory of Darlington man who died aged 55
A large group of family and friends of well-known Darlington man Mark Scarr who lost his life to cancer is taking on a 26-mile charity trek. The Mighty Hike Scarr group which numbers 15 family and friends including Mark’s widow Christine has smashed
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Aycliffe teacher kissed girl and told another 'you're so thick it's a good job you're pretty'
A County Durham teacher won't be stepping into a classroom for some time after being banned for pervy remarks towards a pupil and kissing and cuddling another. Paul Richardson, a cover supervisor at Woodham Academy in Newton Aycliffe, has been
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Urgent health warning issued to every man in the UK over deadly disease
An urgent health warning has been issued to every man in the UK amid the UK heatwave. The Met Office has issued a ‘risk to life’ warning with temperatures expected to reach a scorching 36C next week. It means parts of the country will be hotter
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Newcastle United v 1860 Munich: Kick-off time, TV and streaming coverage, likely line-ups
NEWCASTLE UNITED take on German side 1860 Munich in a pre-season friendly this afternoon. Here are all the details of the game - and how you can watch it WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? The venue for today's game is the Saalfelden Arena
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Newcastle United line up Serie A striker as new target - after calling time on Diaby and Isak
NEWCASTLE UNITED are weighing up a fresh move for Colombian forward Duvan Zapata after shelving their interest in Moussa Diaby and Alexander Isak. Diaby has been the Magpies’ number one target throughout the summer, but despite a final attempt
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Pools newest striker already has his goal target set for next season
JOSH Umerah has eyes on a big goal tally this season after sealing a permanent move to Hartlepool United. The 25-year-old striker has penned a two-year contract at the Suit Direct Stadium after an undisclosed fee was agreed between National League
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Pair of drunken 'animals' jailed for violence in Morrisons shoplifting spree
A pair of boozed-up thieves behaved like ‘animals’ when they went on a violent rampage after being confronted when trying to leave a supermarket without paying. John Bridgewater and Liam Hunter reacted violently when they were approached by security
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Darlington school that previously 'required improvement' gets new Ofsted rating
A primary school hasturned its reputation around to finally secure a 'good rating' from Government inspectors. Springfield Academy, part of the Education Village Academy Trust, Darlington, has been recognised as good for the quality of education
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The two North East pubs named amongst some the best in the UK
Pubs and bars across the country have been listed as regional winners in the Pub and Bar Awards 2022. Two of these 20 pubs include The Punch Bowl Inn in North Yorkshire for Yorkshire and the Humber, and The Three Mile in Gosforth, Tyne and Wear
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Multi-million pound project to make homes across County Durham cheaper to run
A multi-million pound project is underway to make homes across County Durham warmer, greener and cheaper to run. believe housing is upgrading more than 1,000 properties with a series of measures to make them more energy efficient. Contractor
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Price hike warning issued to anyone who uses a Visa or Mastercard
Millions of Visa or Mastercard users have been issued a warning over new charges. British customers face new EU shopping fees after firms have increased so-called interchange fees for online credit and debit cards for UK to EU transactions.
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RECAP: A19 delays, breaking news, and weather updates from across the North East
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Campaign launched to find 400,000 staff to end logistics crisis
A national campaign to tackle a shortfall of 400,000 logistics workers has received strong local backing. The logistics sector is expected to have worker shortages of 400,000 by 2026, so the new campaign aims to change perception of the industry
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Spennymoor mental health service is handed eviction notice from premises
A team providing free mental health services to a County Durham community have spoken of their shock and outrage after being evicted from their premises. One Step at a Time in Jubilee Park, Spennymoor have been ordered to leave their premises by
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Go North East drivers closer to strike action as some depot jobs are lost
A bus company which is set to close a major depot in County Durham has said it is "disappointed" as the threat of industrial action has taken a significant step further. Go North East is facing growing calls to keep its Chester-le-Street depot
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'County Durham deserves better' - call for money promised to replace EU funding
A leading councillor has called for money promised to replace EU cash lost through Brexit, telling the government: "Give it us now." Councillor Mark Wilkes said a new fund meant to replace EU money - a key part of levelling up - brought nowhere
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Martin Braithwaite: How to go from Boro flop to Barcelona's biggest earner
AFTER a footballer has endured a difficult spell in his career, some may go on to recover or some may well fall by the wayside. For Martin Braithwaite, he’s managed to take his his career to new heights both on and off the pitch. After his non-event
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Aycliffe group 'ecstatic' after winning planning permission to open new site
Workers and "champions" are celebrating after a new countryside centre helping young people with learning difficulties was approved. Supporters and staff of the proposed Five Acres Community Garden turned up to hear their "dream" project finally
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Millions in funding for major projects across North East - including £16m bonus
Teesside, Darlington, and Hartlepool are to receive more than £46million of funding - including an extra £16m on top of what they had expected. The cash will come from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund which replaced the old EU Structural Funds. The
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Major County Durham road shut for six months because it's 'too unsafe'
A stretch of County Durham road will be closed for the next six months from Friday (July 15) after council bosses have adjudged the route ‘too unsafe’ for vehicles to use. Over recent years, part of the B6300, known as Burnigill Bank, next to the
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Revealed: Plans for solar farm at Teesside Airport to help cost of living crisis
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has revealed a remarkable plan to help tackle the cost of living crisis - creating Teesside's own energy from a vast £50million solar farm and selling it cheaply to schools and hospitals, and eventually households.
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New accounts reveal Teesside Airport lost £11.8m in the last year
New accounts out today reveal that Teesside Airport made an £11.8m loss last year. The figure is a £2m improvement on last year but shows the effect of a second year battling lockdowns and travel restrictions during the pandemic. Tees Valley
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Grieving mum's horror as North East ambulance response times fall below NHS standard
New figures show an ambulance service’s response times are below the NHS standard as a pregnant mother-of-three says ‘any excuse is not good enough’ after the death of her husband. Aaron Morris died on Friday, July 1 after his motorcycle was
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Robber used stolen bank card to buy £2.50 worth of sweets after handbag snatch
A bag-snatcher who targeted a woman as she was opening up a shop at work has been locked up after using the stolen bank card to buy sweets. Martin Egner grabbed the woman’s handbag from her shoulder and after a brief tussle he managed to snatch
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Travel back in time at Bolton Castle this summer!
A SUMMER of fun is on the cards at one of Yorkshire’s best-preserved and most majestic medieval castles. Bolton Castle has been one of the most striking features of the beautiful Yorkshire countryside since 1399, and it has proved a hit with families
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'Immature' County Durham offender on suspended sentence reaches 'the end of the line'
AN “immature” offender who made racially-aggravated threats about a support worker in accommodation where he was living, admitted “speaking before he thinks”, a court heard. The offensive remarks proved costly for Wayne Fenwick after he was convicted
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Boy, 15, charged in connection with several burglaries in North East
A teenage boy is to attend court after being charged in connection with a number of ‘2-in-1’ burglaries across Hartlepool. The string of burglaries includes an alleged incident overnight on Wednesday July 13 into Thursday July 14 in Tunstall Avenue
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Calling out the ambulance service
WE all depend on ambulances. In our worst moments, we rely for our lives on them being there for us. Yet this is not happening. Statistics released yesterday show that for Category 2 call-outs, the NHS target is an 18 minute response time but