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Paul Hartley satisfied his players have taken his message on board
HARTLEPOOL United manager Paul Hartley feels comfortable in the knowledge that his players have taken on board his message heading into the first game of the season. Pools signed off pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Sunderland. Ellis Taylor put
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Sunderland Ratings: Hartlepool United 1 Sunderland 1 - Embleton is star man for Black Cats
How did Sunderland’s players fare in their 1-1 draw with Hartlepool United at the Suit Direct Stadium. SUNDERLAND (3-4-2-1): 6 Carney: Barely had a save to make all night but looked composed under pressure with the ball at his feet 6
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Hartlepool Ratings: Hartlepool 1-1 Sunderland - Youngster stars in draw
HOW did Hartlepool United players rate in their 1-1 pre-season draw with Sunderland? Digital Sports Writer Matty Jones was watching the game at the Suit Direct Stadium... POOLS XI: 6 Killip – Did well to keep the ball out of the net during
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PM hopefuls Truss and Sunak both pledge to deliver on levelling up as they go head-to-head
Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak both committed themselves to the levelling up agenda when they went head-to-head in a BBC debate on Monday night. Their pledge comes as The Northern Echo joins 15 top news brands to call on the next Prime Minister to deliver
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Hartlepool United 1 Sunderland 1: Embleton's penalty earns Black Cats a draw
THE spoils were shared at the Suit Direct Stadium as Hartlepool United and Sunderland completed their pre-season preparations with a 1-1 draw. Pools will head into Saturday’s League Two opener at Walsall buoyed by their performance against Championship
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'Don't turn your back on the North' - Northern Echo joins campaign urging PM candidates to deliver on levelling up
It was a day of huge symbolism on December 14, 2019, when hours after starting his new term as Prime Minister Boris Johnson arrived in the County Durham constituency which for years had been the patch of Labour premier Tony Blair. The Labour stronghold
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Eurovision star Sam Ryder sends heartfelt message as UK revealed as next host
UK Eurovision star and 2022 runner-up Sam Ryder sends a heartfelt message as the UK is announced as the host of next year's contest. The 'Spaceman' singer, 33, posted a moving video on TikTok on Monday following the news that the UK would stand
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Falling into the wealth trap
RISHI SUNAK has come out on top of our poll to find who our readers would like to be the next Prime Minister, with 61 per cent support. This is unsurprising because the Richmond MP does know his way around our corner of the world and the levelling
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What time is Rishi Sunak v Liz Truss TV debate and where can I watch it?
Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak will go head-to-head in a TV debate after the battle to become the next prime minister became toxic with the two rival camps clashing over immigration, China and the economy. The BBC debate at 9pm comes after a weekend
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WEATHER: Here’s the forecast for the North East this week as it starts with torrential rain
After torrential rain fell across the region on Monday this is what the weather is likely to look like this week. This Evening and Tonight Heavy showers will generally clear to the south through the evening, becoming largely dry with just
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Emil Krafth extends contract at Newcastle United
NEWCASTLE United defender Emil Krafth has signed a one-year contract extension at the club keeping him on Tyneside until the summer of 2024. The 27-year-old’s deal was due to expire next summer but the Swedish defender has decided to extend his
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Nadine Dorries mocks Rishi Sunak's expensive shoes worn on Teesside trip - but can't spell it tight
Culture secretary Nadine Dorries has attracted backlash after mocking Rishi Sunak’s expensive taste in clothing on a trip to Teesside - while getting the spelling of the area wrong. Ms Dorries, who is supporting Liz Truss in the Conservative leadership
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Update on asylum seeker centre plans as council receives Home Office response
A council that challenged the Government over its decision to house asylum seekers at a former RAF base has received a response from the Home Office. Hambleton District Council launched a legal challenge to the Government's decision to house up
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Hartlepool United vs Sunderland Team News: Jack Diamond up front as Neil makes 11 changes
JACK DIAMOND will once again line up as a centre-forward as Sunderland complete their pre-season programme at Hartlepool United this evening. With Alex Neil having been unable to bring in any new forwards this summer, Diamond will be pressed into
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Troy Parrott chooses Preston North End over Sunderland and Boro
SUNDERLAND and Middlesbrough lose the battle for Tottenham Hotspur striker Troy Parrott who has joined Preston North End on loan until the end of the season. Both the Black Cats and Boro had made firm enquiries to bring the 20-year-old to the North-East
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Eurovision 2023 host city - Glasgow now bookies favourite
The bidding process to select the UK's Eurovision 2023 host city will begin this week, but who is in the running? This will be the ninth time the event has taken place in the UK – more than any other country – after organisers, the European Broadcasting
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Why families are already ‘worried sick’ about the cost of Christmas
Families are already worried about a “cost-of-Christmas crisis” which is affecting their festive plans months ahead of winter, research suggests. A study by parenting website Mumsnet found that most families are more worried about the cost of the
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FULL-TIME: Hartlepool United 1-1 Sunderland
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Graham Norton favourite to host Eurovision 2023 – see who else is in the running
Coming as little surprise, Graham Norton is the frontrunner to host Eurovision 2023, but who else is in the running? This will be the ninth time the event has taken place in the UK – more than any other country – after organisers, the European
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Husband 'beat wife with stick and smothered her with a pillow' court hears
A woman was left for dead after her husband beat her with a stick and smothered her with a pillow in a surprise attack in her bedroom, a court has heard. Altaf Mahmood has gone on trial at Teesside Crown Court accused of attempting to murder his
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A1(M) crash: Mercedes hits central reservation and closes lanes both ways
The A1(M) was partially closed in both directions after a Mercedes lost control and collided with the central reservation near Washington. Emergency services were called to junction 64 of the major A-road at around 3.15pm on Monday (July 25) after
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Police provide update on scooter rider in his 60s after A19 crash
A further appeal has been made by officers investigating a crash which has left a man in his 60s in critical condition. The man, who was riding a scooter on the A19 near the A689 Wolviston junction on Sunday, suffered serious injuries in the crash
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'It was a miracle I survived' - North East woman stabbed 29 times by ex-soldier partner
A woman who survived being stabbed 29 times by her violent partner believes it’s “a miracle” she is still alive. Martina (Tina) Turner was stabbed with several knives by Steven Wood and then locked in the house and left to die in a pool of her
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Darlington writer and producer to appear on ITV's This Morning to talk about new film
A writer and film producer from Darlington will be appearing on ITV's This Morning this week to talk about his film, Give Them Wings. The premiere is taking place this Thursday, July 28 at Vue Cinema in Leicester Square. Paul Hodgson, however
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The amazingly fast time this North East schoolboy can solve a Rubik's cube
A Ripon Grammar School student pitted himself against the best in Europe at a Rubik’s Cube speed solving competition. Year 7 student Kris Lim qualified for the prestigious European Championships in Copenhagen, where competitors gathered to determine
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11 pictures of vintage vehicles as hundreds attend popular Classic Car Gathering
Visitors flocked to Ripon to enjoy a vintage car show that featured hundreds of stunning machines. Organised by Ripon Old Cars, the Classic Car Gathering at Ripon Racecourse featured around 500 vehicles including motorcycles, cars and trucks alongside
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You can get a pint of beer for just £1.29 at this two-day North East celebration
A Dales brewery is selling pints of its flagship cask beer for just £1.29 in celebration of Yorkshire Day and its 30th birthday. To celebrate Yorkshire Day on August 1, Black Sheep Brewery will sell pints of its Black Sheep Best Bitter for £1.29
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LIVE: A1(M) reopens after car collides with central barrier and closes three lanes - updates
5:48pm Congestion has fully eased now - and the alert has been lifted The traffic alert for the A1(M) near junction
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Pictures: Vintage Vehicle Rally returns to Darlington - can you spot yourself?
Lovers of vintage cars enjoyed a vintage vehicle rally in Darlington town centre last weekend (Saturday, July 23). Over 150 vehicles were on display at The Darlington Vintage Vehicle Rally. There was a buzz in the town as it brought plenty
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LIVE: Husband accused of attempted murder after beating wife with stick
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LIVE: Husband accused of attempted murder after beating wife with stick
10:04am The court heard Mahmood is alleged to have instructed his injured wife to tell their son: “Tell him that people
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Heartbroken family pay tribute to 'kind-hearted' teenager who died in County Durham crash
Tributes have been paid to a man killed in a crash in County Durham earlier this month. Leon Patterson, of Durham, was driving a Mitsubishi Shogun when it crashed in Littletown, near the city. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services
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The Darlington school feeding 150 children every day to help parents with cost of living
A school breakfast club is feeding about 150 children every day to help parents with the cost of living crisis. Schools in Darlington and Bishop Auckland are taking part in the Greggs Foundation’s Breakfast Club thanks to a donation from Newton
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West Ham United shelve interest in Newcastle United transfer target
ARMANDO BROJA’S future has been plunged back into uncertainty after West Ham United scaled back their interest in the Chelsea striker, who is also a transfer target of Newcastle United. Having made an early return from Chelsea’s pre-season tour
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School pupils lead fundraising drive for life-saving community equipment
Children at North Yorkshire school are leading the way with a fundraising project which aims to buy and install a new public defibrillator. The outstanding-rated Brackenfield School in Harrogate is raising money for this essential piece of life-saving
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The security concern that meant a North East bus station was evacuated over the weekend
Bus services in Teesside were disrupted on Sunday after an abandoned suitcase sparked an emergency report. Middlesbrough bus station was evacuated on Sunday afternoon, leading to some services being disrupted. Police were alerted after a visitor
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DWP tells 125,000 Universal Credit recipients to return Covid pandemic payments
Almost 15,000 Universal Credit recipients say they have been wrongly ordered to pay back Universal Credit payments. The report comes as the Government tries to retrieve the £500m that it gave out during the height of the pandemic. Among those
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James Lea-Siliki completes permanent move to Portuguese side
FORMER Middlesbrough midfielder James Lea-Siliki has left Rennes and completed a permanent move to Portuguese side Estoril. The Primeria Liga side have completed a deal to bring the Cameroon midfielder across Europe on a three-year deal. After
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Tory leadership: 61 per cent of Northern Echo readers back Rishi Sunak over Liz Truss
Sixty-one per cent of The Northern Echo readers have said that they’d favour former Chancellor Rishi Sunak to be the next Conservative leader over fellow tory candidate Liz Truss. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak are currently battling it out to become
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UK officially announced as hosts for Eurovision 2023 following Ukraine conflict
The UK has officially been confirmed as the host for Eurovision 2023 after winning country Ukraine will no longer be able to host. This comes after months of war and conflict in the country as Russia continues its invasion. In an EBU press
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Relief for Darlington scrap company after tax case dismissed
The case against a Darlington scrap metal company which was facing action following an investigation by a fraud unit has been dropped. Ward Bros (Steel) Ltd had been accused of failing to give security for payments of more than £500,000, as required
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Universal Credit, PIP and other benefit payments to increase, DWP confirms
Millions will receive an increase in certain benefits this year, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed. Among the benefits being boosted are Universal Credit, Housing Benefit and Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). The
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Middlesbrough new boy Ryan Giles reveals why he has already faced his toughest test of the season
THE season has not even started yet, but Middlesbrough new boy Ryan Giles already feels as though he has been handed the toughest task he will face in the whole of the next 12 months – taking on Isaiah Jones in training. Giles has been thrust into
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First look inside new Tex-Mex buffet restaurant in Darlington - and see what's on the menu
A new Tex-Mex restaurant has opened in Darlington and is proving a hit so far. Cheeky Ranchos opened on Northgate on July 1 and has been providing a taste of Mexico, via Texas, to the people of Darlington. Brothers Peter and Wayne Sedgwick
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The North East people charged in court with theft in the last two months
Four people from across the North East were charged in court for theft in the last two month. Theft is a common crime and can land people a range of sentences from a fine to a prison sentence. This usually depends on the type of theft, with
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'Large group' record shocking attack in County Durham park as police appeal for footage
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked in a County Durham park – with the emergency services believing that a large group at the scene filmed the shocking assault on their mobile phones. Officers from Durham Police were called
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Twisted open day offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of top Land Rover firm
Land Rover Defender specialist Twisted will once again be opening its gates for an open day this summer, after the last two years’ events were cancelled due to the pandemic. Hundreds of fans and families will be welcomed to the firm's Thirsk factory
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'This is how it should be done' - Chancellor tells PM hopefuls Darlington is the answer
Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi has told Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss that Darlington is a model of how Levelling up can work and that they should commit to rolling it out across the country. Speaking exclusively to The Northern Echo at
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Person treated at scene of house fire in North East home
A person was treated at the scene of a fire in Stockton yesterday evening (Sunday, July 24). The incident occurred on Dovecote Street in the town shortly before 7pm. Two fire engines were dispatched to the address where a shed was on fire.
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Concern over access to flagship railway museum as residents feel ignored
York Labour’s leader is calling on the National Railway Museum (NRM) to “get back to the table” and look again at how to improve access through its proposed central hall building. The plans have attracted significant opposition because the hall
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Region's fire service needs more Government support to plug £31m funding gap
The Home Secretary has been told North Yorkshire’s chronically under-funded fire service needs an extraordinary package of financial support, including an ability to charge significantly more council tax, to operate. Police, fire and crime commissioner
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Aldi is giving staff working in this part of the North East a pay rise from September
Staff at one of Britain’s biggest supermarkets are receiving their second pay rise this year as people continue to struggle with the cost of living. Budget supermarket Aldi is giving staff at its Durham stores their second pay increase this year
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Dec Donnelly's new son shares name with best mate and co-star Ant McPartlin
Declan Donnelly and wife Ali Astall have announced that the full name of their new son Jack shares nods to best friend and TV co-star Ant McPartlin as well as his late father. The couple revealed the birth of their child online on Sunday (July
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Correction: Boris Johnson
The Northern Echo recently published a comment piece by one of our correspondents, Peter Barron on our website. The article wrongly stated that Prime Minister Boris Johnson had been convicted of a crime when he accepted a fixed penalty notice for
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‘Wildlife tragedy’ as bird flu devastates important North East island colony
More than 3,000 dead birds have been collected from one of the UK’s most important habitats as avian flu continues to have a devastating impact. A bird flu outbreak at the Farne Islands, off the Northumberland coast, could potentially kill tens
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RECAP: Fire in Stockton, delays on A19 and A66, and weather from the North East
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Kids eat free at Tesco this summer - everything you need to know
Tesco is giving out free kids’ meals this summer holiday. The supermarket giant is offering free meals for children at its Tesco Cafes until the end of August. All you have to do is make a purchase at the café and show the staff your Tesco
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TUI issues travel advice to customers ahead of planned rail strikes
A strike by more than 40,000 workers at Network Rail and 14 train operating companies will go ahead at the end of July after talks failed to resolve disputes over pay, jobs and conditions. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT)
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Primark announces second Greggs collection launching next month
Fashion retailer Primark and bakery Greggs have today (July 25) announced that they are teaming up again, for a much anticipated second collection. With a limited-edition 21-piece collection that has been designed to get the nation festival-ready
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Motor scooter rider fighting for life in hospital as one arrest made following A19 crash
A man is fighting for his life in hospital after he was involved in a serious collision on Sunday. The man, who is in his 60s, was riding a scooter on the A19 near the A689 Wolviston junction when he was involved in a collision with a white Mitsubishi
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Kids eat free at Tesco this summer - everything you need to know
Tesco is giving out free kids’ meals this summer holiday. The supermarket giant is offering free meals for children at its Tesco Cafes until the end of August. All you have to do is make a purchase at the café and show the staff your Tesco
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Analysis: The results don't matter but have Sunderland players staked their claim?
WITH just a week to go until the season, manager Alex Neil's stark admission that places in his Sunderland side could be one or two things. He could be playing his cards close to his chest ahead of their Coventry City opener (and that's been known
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Beloved grandfather who lost his life to devastating disease inspires ride for amazing NHS workers
Friends and family of a beloved grandfather who lost his life to a devasting disease are hoping to raise £5,000 for the hospital which helped improve his life in his final months. Brian King, from Middlesbrough, was diagnosed with Motor Neurone
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NHS understaffing and 'workforce crisis' will pose ‘serious risk' to patient safety
Understaffing in the NHS is creating a serious risk to patient safety MPs have claimed in a damning report. The cross-party Health and Social Care Committee said health and social care services in England are facing “the greatest workforce crisis
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Warning to drivers as disabled driving permits may be rejected in Europe over Brexit
Disabled drivers are being warned about using their blue badges in popular European holiday destinations this summer due to an “outrageous” Brexit hangover that means they may not be accepted. It comes as ministers are still negotiating with 11
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Take a look at the 103-acre farm for sale for £1.1m that has a 'hidden gem' within it
A 103-acre farm that includes a farmhouse, granary and a ‘hidden’ regenerated woodland has entered the market for over £1m – giving someone a unique opportunity to help the sustainability of farming across North Yorkshire. Amid a competition for
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Benfica vs Newcastle United: Kick-off time, TV and streaming coverage, likely line-ups
NEWCASTLE UNITED continue their pre-season preparations on Tuesday evening when they take on Portuguese giants Benfica. Here are the details of the game - and how you can watch it. WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Tuesday's game is being
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Preston set to beat Sunderland and Middlesbrough to signing of Premier League forward
PRESTON have emerged as strong favourites to beat Sunderland and Middlesbrough to the signing of Tottenham striker Troy Parrott. Parrott’s future is set to be resolved in the next couple of days, with Antonio Conte having told the Republic of Ireland
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Warning to drivers as disabled parking permits may be rejected in Europe over Brexit
Disabled drivers are being warned about using their blue badges in popular European holiday destinations this summer due to an “outrageous” Brexit hangover that means they may not be accepted. It comes as ministers are still negotiating with 11
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Calls to trafficking helplines increase 20 per cent following Sir Mo Farah documentary
Calls to a trafficking charity, Unseen UK, have risen 20% since Sir Mo Farah revealed in a documentary that he was trafficked to the UK as a child. The 39-year-old Olympic champion revealed in the BBC documentary entitled ‘The Real Mo Farah’ how
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Airport staff shortage concerns as two in five workers ‘thinking about quitting’
More than two in five airport workers are considering leaving the industry, new research suggests. A survey of 1,700 workers by jobs site CV-Library found reasons for wanting to quit included wanting better pay and less stress. Only 5% of respondents
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Leeds Bradford Airport job vacancies you can apply for now
Leeds Bradford Airport has a variety of jobs up for grabs so if you’re looking to start a new chapter in your career, it’s worth taking a look at what jobs are on offer. From an HR Advisor to Front of House staff, there are plenty of opportunities
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The North East artist who has quit her day job after TikTok video goes viral
A Teesside woman has quit her day job and become a full time artist after going viral on TikTok. Drew Stirling, from Billingham, shot to fame on the social media app last year when a video of her drawing a border collie received over 6m views.
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Opening date revealed for popular steakhouse chain's new North East restaurant
A popular steakhouse chain has revealed the opening date for its new Tynemouth restaurant. Well-known brand Miller & Carter already runs busy steakhouses in Newcastle, Sunderland and Gosforth Park, but will open its fourth North East location in
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Newcastle Airport job vacancies you can apply for now
Newcastle Airport has a variety of jobs up for grabs so if you’re looking to start a new chapter in your career, it’s worth taking a look at what jobs are on offer. From an HR Advisor to Front of House staff, there are plenty of opportunities if
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The Darlington cinema that showcased world film premieres before its sad decline
THE closure of Darlington’s last small cinema has hit many people hard, and not just because the ghosts inside the Odeon, which used to pinch usherettes’ bottoms, are now redundant (Memories 584). It is because for more than 150 years Darlingtonians
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What is today’s Wordle? July 25 hints
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5 letter word in only six attempts. The game
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North East financial consultancy launches recruitment drive
Teesside's Atom Financial is celebrating a successful first year of trading with a recruitment drive. Owners Matt Herrell and Matthew Fannan have already secured a number of key recurring client contracts after exceeding revenue and cash targets
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Calls for investigation after Durham family discover someone else was buried in dad's grave
A Durham MP has called for an investigation after a family spent 17 years visiting their dad’s grave – only to discover someone else was buried there. On Thursday (July 21) The Northern Echo revealed how the grieving Bell family only discovered
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Major investment in North East college to help it offer new qualification
A higher education college is in line for significant investment to help it deliver new T level courses. Stockton Riverside College is spending £2.5m on the project, which will enable it to roll out new T Level qualifications which offer students
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Pervert sent picture of his genitals to undercover cop posing as 12-year-old
A pervert who shared a number of sickening sexualised messages with a 12-year-old girl was caught up in a police sting targeting online predators. Neil Askew sent the undercover police officer a photograph of his genitals and asked her if she was
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Alex Neil: Places are still 'up for grabs' in Sunderland side
A PLACE in the Sunderland starting eleven for their season opening game against Coventry City on Sunday is still 'up for grabs' for his players according to the manager Alex Neil. With one more friendly to play later this evening against Hartlepool
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Dennis Cirkin explains how his game is developing under Alex Neil
BEING at the age of 20, Sunderland full-back Dennis Cirkin has his best years ahead of him in the game as the youngster wants to continue the attacking and defensive side of his game. Since signing as a fresh faced youth player from Tottenham Hotspur
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This is one of the oldest pubs in the North East - and it could be the most haunted
THE Ketton Ox at in Yarm High Street – at No 100 – is one of the finest buildings in the town and probably the oldest pub. It was named after the legendary and massive shorthorn bull that was bred at Ketton, to the north of Darlington, by Charles
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Future of County Durham restaurant 'left in jeopardy' after burglary
Burglars targeted a city centre restaurant in the early hours of the morning, putting the future of the business in potential jeopardy, a court heard. Mark Turnbull, Terry Atkin and an unknown accomplice removed rear wooden shutters to gain access
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Thug flashed at couple during drunken, violent attack outside their home
A drunken thug who flashed his genitals at a couple during a violent disturbance has been placed on the sex offenders’ register for ten years. Steven Smith kicked the couple’s rear gate in before being confronted about his behaviour and reacting
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County Durham man returned home after 45 minutes to discover burglary
A householder returned home after going out for 45 minutes to discover an intruder had taken the chance to sneak into the property and remove valuables in his absence. Durham Crown Court heard that the victim dropped off some of his possessions
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Meet one of the first applicants to this police role - and he's still in the role today
Yesterday marked the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Police Community Support Officer, and one of the first PCSOs continues to protect communities in Sunderland. The role was created ion July 24 in 2002 when it was given royal assent by
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Pioneer PCSO thanked by North East force chief to mark 20 years of support role
A veteran of a force’s first batch of police community support officers (PCSOs) has been thanked for the sterling role he and his colleagues provide. Mick Casey was among just 13 new PCSOs when they were first admitted to the Northumbria force,
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Metal company hopes to expand business with help of new recruit, Muhammad
A metal products company hopes to expand its range of business opportunities with the recruitment of an ‘old boy’ to its ranks. Hartlepool-based expanded metal mesh pioneer The Expanded Metal Company has appointed Muhammad Short as its new business
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New members for leisure centre
A COMMUNITY leisure centre that was saved from closure 10 years ago is looking for more members so that it can continue to offer its range of services to local people. Colburn Leisure Centre, in Richmondshire, opened in 2002 to provide the local