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Chris Wilder: 'It's business as usual with Marcus Tavernier - but I can't guarantee that he'll stay'
CHRIS WILDER will prepare for Middlesbrough’s season-opener against West Brom with Marcus Tavernier as part of his plans – but the Boro boss admits he cannot guarantee holding on to the midfielder amid mounting interest from Bournemouth. Tavernier
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Match Ratings: Middlesbrough 2 Marseille 0 - Matt Crooks is star of the show in Boro win
How did the players fare in Middlesbrough’s pre-season victory over Marseille at the Riverside? MIDDLESBROUGH (3-5-2): 8 Steffen: Made two or three hugely important saves and was quick to leave his line to snuff out any danger – already
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Middlesbrough 2 Marseille 0 - Jones and Tavernier ensure Boro end pre-season on a high note
MIDDLESBROUGH completed their pre-season preparations with a morale-boosting 2-0 win over French giants Marseille. Second-half goals from Isaiah Jones and Marcus Tavernier ensured Boro signed off on a successful note ahead of next weekend’s Championship
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Boris Johnson spotted at Teesside Airport
The Prime Minister has been spotted at Teesside Airport. Pictures show Boris Johnson exiting a vehicle on the airfield and waving to members of the public as members of his party board a plane. Mr Johnson visited Hartlepool yesterday. He went
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Boris Johnson commits to levelling up in North East on North East visit
Boris Johnson has visited Teesside on what is likely to be his last visit to the area while Prime Minister. Mr Johnson, who is due to be replaced after resigning as leader of the Conservative party earlier this month, was also spotted at Teesside
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Red Arrows grounded due to 'technical fault'
The world-famous Red Arrows have been grounded due to a “technical fault”. The Royal Air Force said on Friday that it had been notified of a technical issue which may affect the safe operation of ejector seats in Typhoon and Red Arrows aircraft
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Middlesbrough vs Marseille Team News: Zack Steffen starts for Boro - with Chuba Akpom back in squad
ZACK STEFFEN will make his first appearance in a Middlesbrough shirt as Chris Wilder's side take on Marseille in their final pre-season friendly. Steffen starts in goal at the Riverside, with fellow summer signings Darragh Lenihan and Ryan Giles
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Great North Run charity places still available for less than half-price
RUNNERS have the chance grab a place in the Great North Run at a steep discount by running for a pioneering North-East charity. Butterwick Hospice Care, based in Stockton and Bishop Auckland, has reduced its final seven spots in the iconic annual
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Sunak or Truss: please make your choice in our poll
SO who would you like to be your next Prime Minister? It doesn’t really matter because you are not going to get a vote. Only the 160,000 or so members of the Conservative Party – that’s 0.3 per cent of the adult British population – are going to
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Popular Bark in the Park postponed due to fears high temperatures will be dangerous to dogs
A walk in the park aimed at raising money for charity has been postponed due to forecasted high temperatures and wind. The Bark in the Park Dog Walk and Dog Show had been scheduled to take place in Teesside on Sunday. However, the event has
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FULL-TIME: Middlesbrough 2 Marseille 0
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Missing 78-year-old woman has been located
A missing 78-year-old woman has been located after being reported as missing Irna Rupe was been reported as missing from Middlesbrough earlier on Friday. Police had issued an urgent appeal to find her. Read more: Police confirm death of
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The North East chippie named best in the UK by National Geographic
A much-loved Whitby fish and chip shop has been named the best in the country by the National Geographic. With many Brits staycationing in the UK this summer, the National Geographic has compiled what it believes are the nine best fish and chip
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The 115 pavement cafes blocking off parts of this North East city for disabled people
York cannot have pavement cafes in every part of its historic city centre without impacting on disabled people, the council has admitted. The authority has said pavement cafe licences, which the government introduced due to the pandemic, will remain
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Staff at exam board to strike leading to concerns over thousands of GCSE and A-level results
Staff at exam board AQA are to stage a 72-hour walkout over pay which union leaders warn could affect the delivery of thousands of GCSE and A-level results. Members of Unison will walk out for three days, from Friday July 29 to Sunday July 31.
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WATCH: Fire destroys crop field during record-breaking heatwave
A video captured by a fire crew in North Yorkshire demonstrates the full effects of the record-breaking heatwave this week. The video shows shocking scenes as it blazes through a crop field and billowing out plumes of thick smoke across the countryside
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Who are the new couples on Love Island after tonight's recoupling?
With another week of Love Island drawing to a close, the final really isn’t that far away. This week saw four new bombshells enter the villa and of course, plenty of drama came from the episodes that aired. Last night, the new bombshells went
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Factory worker's vape explodes in his mouth in horror incident - shattering four of his teeth
A factory worker has issued a desperate warning to vape users after his device exploded – leading to him sustaining devastating facial injuries including shattered teeth and his hands and face covered in blood. The victim, who wishes to be known
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Youth arrested after blue light services reveal shocking front line attacks
Blue light services in the region are banding together ahead of the school summer holidays to shine a light on attacks on emergency workers. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS), Northumbria Police, and the North East Ambulance Service
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County Durham cemetery hit by vandals as trinkets thrown and graves damaged
Police are looking into reports of alleged vandalism at a County Durham graveyard that has seen trinkets and decorative items thrown from the graves and other damage sustained. Over the last few weeks, officers from Durham Police have been alerted
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Is there a recoupling on Love Island tonight?
With another week of Love Island drawing to a close, the final really isn’t that far away. This week saw four new bombshells enter the villa and of course, plenty of drama came from the episodes that aired. Last night, the new bombshells went
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Councillors agree to give Teesside Airport another £20m
A £20m cash injection of to help secure the long term future of Teesside Airport has been agreed by council leaders. Earlier this month, it was revealed the international airport, brought into public ownership by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen in
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Two County Durham locations turned into 'rubbish tip' by underage drinkers
Groups of underage teen drinkers have been condemned by council officials after taking over two patches of green space in County Durham and ditching their empty cans, BBQ’s, and rubbish. Since the start of the week, wardens from Durham County Council
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Appeal for witnesses after crash hospitalised woman and closed A19 for hours
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was taken to hospital when a HGV crashed into the back of a stationary car on the A19. The woman’s Ford Focus was stationary in lane one, heading northbound with its hazard warning lights on before
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Are petrol prices going to drop in the North East as fuel protests are set to take place?
Petrol prices should be set for a drop of around £10 in the next couple of weeks according to an AA expert. As reported by The Express earlier this week, Luke Bosdet, AA’s fuel price spokesperson, commented on the price changes and how they would
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Chelsea and Tottenham interested in Allan Saint-Maximin - Newcastle boss Eddie Howe braced for inquiries
NEWCASTLE UNITED are bracing themselves for formal inquiries about Allan Saint-Maximin after Chelsea and Tottenham were both credited with a growing interest in the French midfielder. A number of reports emanating from London have suggested that
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LISTED: 10 things that have gone up in price as inflation reaches 40-year high
With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to sink its teeth into those struggling the most, we’ve pulled together a list of 10 items that have gone up in price due to inflation- find out below. Just two days ago it was revealed that inflation had
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Watch timelapse video of £3m Metro bridge lowered into place in North Tyneside
A new £3m Metro bridge has been successfully installed in North Tyneside. The bridge, which will carry Metro services over Tanners Bank in North Shields, was carefully lowered into place using a giant crane on Wednesday night, July 20. The
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Aldi announces 80 new jobs available at Darlington warehouse - how to apply
Aldi has announced it is looking to hire around 80 people in its warehouse in Darlington over the next 12 months. In a welcome boost to the local economy, the UK’s fifth-largest supermarket is also looking to fill maintenance roles at its Darlington
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Police confirm death of person after armed police incident near primary school
Emergency services were called following the suddent death of a resident in a North East home. Police and paramedics attended a property in Yarm at around 6pm on Thursday after eceiving reports of an emergency incident. Armed police were
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Gang of thugs kidnapped man and dumped him outside luxury County Durham hotel
A group of thugs who kidnapped a man and left him outside a luxury hotel have been jailed for a combined total of 32 years. Abdul Rostami and Nielas Straksys entered guilty pleas to charges of robbery and kidnap almost three weeks into their trial
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The best way to save fuel as petrol prices set to fall by £10
The cost to fill up your car has sky-rocketed in recent months thanks to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine – but will it get cheaper, and how can I save money on fuel? Petrol prices are 187.54 pence per
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Dwight Gayle completes move from Newcastle United to Stoke City
DWIGHT GAYLE has ended his six-year association with Newcastle United by completing a permanent move to Stoke City. Gayle has signed a two-year deal with the Potters ahead of the start of the new Championship season. Our sixth signing
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Vandals target play areas in Darlington - and rip up the tarmac at one of them
Darlington residents are being urged to help combat vandalism in the borough’s parks and play areas, now the summer holidays are here. Last month (June) three play areas in Darlington have suffered at the hands of vandals, causing damage that will
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Pictures: The North East port being strengthened with 20,000 tonnes of rock
SEA defences at the Port of Sunderland are being strengthened with more than 20,000 tonnes of rock armour. The granite boulders are being unloaded at Greenwell's Quay and stored until transferral into their final destination at Stonehill Wall and
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Meet the Engagement Team at Business Durham
AS THE business support service of Durham County Council, Business Durham has a proven track record of helping companies to achieve their goals and navigate the challenges they face – whether it’s the aftermath of Brexit, the pandemic or working towards
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Councillor branded popular charity volunteer and MBE a 'waste of skin'
Mike Hind MBE has extended an invitation to a councillor who said he was a ‘waste of skin’. Mike said that Cllr Ian Blades, the recently elected Labour member for Berwick Hills and Pallister on Middlesbrough Council, could have chatted to him if
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Police want to speak to this group after man left with fractured skull and nerve damage at train station
A man was left with a fractured skull and nerve damage to his nose and mouth, which required hospital treatment, after an altercation at Redcar Railway Station. Officers investigating a violent assault at Redcar station are today releasing CCTV
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ITV issues statement on Laura Whitmore after Love Island Ofcom complaints
ITV has issued a statement defending Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore, after she was the subject of several complaints to the media regulator Ofcom. Radio Times reported that some viewers were unhappy with comments Whitmore made about contestant
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All the major shops that are helping with the cost of living crisis – including free kids’ meals
As the cost-of-living crisis continues across the UK, all major supermarkets are pulling out the stops to help bring people who are struggling money-saving schemes. The cost-of-living crisis is bringing steep rises in energy bills, food, petrol
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Durham Police having difficulty receiving calls on non-emergency 101 system
Durham Police are experiencing problems receiving calls on their non-emergency 101 system. The force has posted on Facebook: "We are currently experiencing some difficulty receiving calls through our 101 system. "Please bear with us - we are
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Accrington Stanley vs Sunderland: Kick-off time, TV and streaming coverage, likely line-ups
Sunderland head to Accrington Stanley for their penultimate pre-season friendly on Saturday afternoon. Here are the details of the game - and how you can watch it. WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Saturday's game will take place at Accrington's
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Vicky Pattison shares heartbreaking reason she is yet to have children
Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison has shared the heartbreaking reason why she is yet to have kids. The reality TV star has spoken out ahead of a new Channel 4 documentary discussing her and her alcoholic dad’s struggle with booze. Vicky revealed
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How to catch a 'rare' glimpse inside gorgeous private gardens near Darlington
People have the chance to take a look around an award-winning garden when it opens to the public this weekend. The 45-acre estate at Middleton Hall Retirement Village, in Middleton St George will be open as part of the National Garden Scheme on
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Bizarre protest sees Darlington group trawl the streets with 'incinerator'
A local environmental charity has taken to the streets with a mock waste incinerator to protest about a new “waste to energy'' plant proposed for the region. Darlington Friends of the Earth, in support of SINE (Stop Incineration North East), made
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Look inside exciting new Durham restaurant as opening date revealed
The opening date of a new restaurant in Durham city has been revealed after images of how work is progressing on the prospective venue were released. Earlier this year, it was announced that Brazilian steakhouse Rio would be opening in Durham’s
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Armed police respond to emergency incident near primary school
Armed police responded to an emergency incident near a Teesside primary school on Thursday evening. Officers from Cleveland Police were spotted by neighbours at Blackfriars, near Yarm primary School, at around 6pm last night. The street was
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Northallerton's Marc Scott qualifies for World Championship 5,000m final
MARC SCOTT has qualified for the 5,000m final at the World Athletics Championships in Oregon after progressing from the heats as one of the fastest losers. Scott, who is from Northallerton and a member of Richmond and Zetland Harriers, finished
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These foods are found to help 'reduce negative effect of salt in women’s diets'
Eating foods that are high in potassium could help reduce the negative effects of salt in the diet of women, new research suggests. The study found that potassium-rich diets were associated with lower blood pressure, particularly in women with
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Vicky Pattison shares heartbreaking reason she is yet to have children
Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison has shared the heartbreaking reason why she is yet to have kids. The reality TV star has spoken out ahead of a new Channel 4 documentary discussing her and her alcoholic dad’s struggle with booze. Vicky revealed
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Sunderland and Middlesbrough going head-to-head for Premier League striker
SUNDERLAND and Middlesbrough are going head-to-head in a battle to land Troy Parrott, with Championship rivals QPR also having submitted a loan bid for the Tottenham striker. Parrott’s future is set to be resolved in the next few days, with Spurs
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New monkeypox symptoms leading to misdiagnosis as UK cases rise - full list
New monkeypox symptoms have been revealed as health officials rollout 100,000 more vaccines as UK cases continue to rise. Experts warn the bug “has no borders” with 2,137 confirmed cases recorded as of July 18. New monkeypox symptoms The
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UK close to first hosepipe ban in 10 years amid 40C heatwave
The UK is on the brink of its first hosepipe ban in a decade, according to reports. Following unprecedented temperatures and a spike in demand amid record-breaking 40C temperatures, water bosses could declare a drought. Southern Water warned
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Asda launches money saving hub to help parents struggling with the cost of living
As the cost of living continues to affect families across the UK, Asda has launched a new online money-saving advice hub. The hub aims to help parents as they plan to keep children occupied during the summer holidays at a time when many budgets
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HRMC reveals people who work from home could be entitled to tax relief of up to £624
Over the last few years, more and more people have been working from home. But it turns out millions that work from home are unaware they are entitled to tax relief of up to £624. Now HMRC is encouraging people to check to see if they are
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Take a look inside five County Durham homes for sale for more than £1,000,000
County Durham is home to some stunning properties and we've taken a look at what's on offer at the moment at the top end of the market. And the properties don't disappoint; from a former colliery owner's grand mansion to a stunning country estate
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Thousands across the UK owed more than £3,000 amid HMRC tax error
Thousands across the UK could be owed more than £3,000 due to an error by HMRC. People who have saved over the years could be entitled to thousands after HMRC overcharged on pension tax, according to latest figures. Retired Brits could be owed
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Arriva route branded 'worst' in Darlington as council urged to 'sort it out'
Council leaders have been urged to "sort out the flipping buses" with services in Darlington labelled a "broken system". One Arriva bus service was branded “the work of the devil” as councillors spoke out about difficulties at a Darlington Borough
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This County Durham road will partly shut to drivers for up to 13 weeks
A major road in Durham city centre will be partially closed with temporary restrictions until November as gas engineers carry out repairs. Work is set to begin in South Street in Durham on Monday, August 2 and is expected to go on for as long as
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LIVE: Breaking news, traffic and travel from the North East
2:09pm Alleged anti-social behaviour in Bishop Auckland Over recent weeks, officers have been made aware of
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Rishi or Liz? Tell us WHO should be Prime Minister and vote in our poll
Little did we know a couple of years ago that Rishi Sunak could be on the precipice of becoming Prime Minister - but in just several weeks time, that could well be the case. The Richmond MP and former Chancellor will battle it out against the Foreign
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Experienced businesswomen join forces to help entrepreneurs and SMEs
A TRIO of experienced businesswomen have launched a new venture to help established entrepreneurs and growing SMEs take their success to the next level. Denise Fielding, Alison Machin, and Leanne Fawcett have joined forces to launch Novus Business
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The 9 best things to do in the North East this weekend
If you're looking for inspiration on what to do out and about over the weekend - then here's a guide that might just help. From dog-friendly pubs to beautiful landmarks, we've put together a list of top attractions in the North East. 1 Northumberlandia
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Developer says he nearly took his own life amid 'negative comments' over Durham home
A developer told councillors he almost killed himself following objections to plans for his Durham home. Adrian Hall told a Durham County Council planning committee meeting: "I nearly took my own life as a result of this and I think it's an absolute
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Victims living in limbo as rapists, violent criminals and dealers on bail for years
Alleged rapists, violent criminals and drug offenders have been out on bail for more than a year, leaving crime victims living in fear as delayed cases pile up across the region’s Crown Courts. Victims and defendants in more than 1,200 trials have
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Driver, 30, hit speeds of 100mph before clipping kerb and smashing into tree
A driver who took police on a high-speed chase around the streets of Stockton after he left home in a ‘rage’ following a family dispute has been locked up. Aaron Pearson sped off when police tried to pull him over when they spotted him driving
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Inquest into death of dad who died in Spennymoor crash during police chase
An inquest into the death of a young dad who died following a police chase nearly three years ago has taken a step closer after a coroner set a date for a pre-hearing review. Kelvin Bainbridge, 19, suffered fatal injuries when he was hit by a police
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New planning service at leading North East development consultancy is a ‘gamechanger’
A North East construction consultancy with ambitions to be the consultant of choice for the north of England has added planning to its extensive list of services. Directors at Identity Consult, based at Quays West in Sunderland, say the move is
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Neighbourhood plan for County Durham village is given stamp of approval
A neighbourhood plan for a historic rural village will be used in future planning wrangles following its approval by the county council. The Cotherstone Parish Neighbourhood Plan was drawn up and approved by voters in a referendum. The plan
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Shock as ANOTHER family told they've been visiting the wrong grave after blunder
A County Durham church has been forced to tell a second family that they have been visiting the wrong grave for years - after a distressing blunder was discovered. The grieving Bell family were shocked to be told just two days before mum Hilda’
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Darlington council provides big update on £150 tax rebate for households
More than 90 percent of council tax rebates have been paid in a "monumental" effort in Darlington, councillors were told. A Darlington Borough Council meeting was given an update on the £150 one-off payments. A leading councillor said a July
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Make a difference and qualify as a social worker: your CAREER starts HERE!
At Durham University we use the global definition of social work, and our Masters in Social Work degree emphasises the connections between local and global issues in social work practice. We offer you a broad foundation for social work underpinned
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Welcome to Paradise – the Hole of Paradise, a place where railway history was made
ON Wednesday, people will be welcomed to the Hole of Paradise for the launch of a book about the earliest days of the railways. The book tells of the 1.2-mile long Yarm branchline which in 1825 ran off the Stockton & Darlington Railway and down
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SPAR invests in community with a new Willington store being launched
SPAR’s continued investment in communities in Northern England will see the opening of a new convenience store in Willington on Thursday 28th July. A family fun day will also be held on Saturday 30th July as part of the opening celebrations to make
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For sale: architectural design firm offers purchasers the chance to build on a respected legacy
AN AWARD-WINNING North-East architectural design business has gone on the market and is sure to attract interest from established professionals and new start-ups alike. Gordon Henderson, from Redcar, founded GR Henderson Architectural Design more