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Head chef at restaurant is Michelin Young Chef of the Year 2024
A young North Yorkshire chef has won a special award in the country's most prestigious restaurant guide Jake Jones, head chef at Middleton Lodge Estate’s Forge restaurant, has won the Michelin Young Chef of the Year award. The 2024 Michelin
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Films explain how young people with friends who use knives can also be convicted
Powerful videos explaining how young people present at a stabbing could be found guilty along with the perpetrator have been released. Short films made with North East actors have been made to help children understand how the Joint Enterprise laws
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The Scottish Ballet returns to Newcastle with a reimagined Cinderella tale
Scottish Ballet’s Cinders returns to Newcastle Theatre Royal this week with a new name, new designs, and a charming twist to the classic tale. In a world first, the Scottish Ballet’s new production of Cinders will have a surprising twist in store
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Police in Hazmat suits and tents erected as 'unknown substance' discovered at house
Police and firefighters in Hazmat suits are tonight at a property on a North East housing estate following the discovery of an 'unknown substance'. Emergency services converged on a home in Brading Court, Ingleby Barwick, Stockton at 4.30 today
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A positive that the King's condition is out in the open
THE 1950s, the start of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, really are another world away. Back then, the British people did not know that their king, George VI, had cancer. They did not know that he’d had a large chunk of diseased lung removed. Seventy-five
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Nestle reveals return of fan favourite and launch of new limited-edition chocolate
Nestle has revealed the release of two KitKat chocolate bars in the UK, one of which is brand new. The confectionary company is known for chocolate products including KitKat, Aero, Smarties, Quality Street and Milkybar. Chocolate lovers have
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RECAP: Doctor in court charged with attempted after alleged poisoning
7:31pm Court appearance Ingleby Barwick man appears in court for attempted murder A GP has appeared in
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Teesside Airport to stand in for New York airport in new star-studded film
An upcoming star-studded romantic comedy will see Teesside Airport act as a stand-in for a New York airport when it releases later this week. Upgraded, which was filmed in Tees Valley, will comes to Prime Video on Friday (February 9). Filming
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Oh-deer! Inquisitive deer turns up at Darlington primary school AGAIN
The inquisitive deer that disrupted playtime at a Darlington Primary School yesterday has re-appeared this afternoon. Yesterday (February 5) the animal was seen rooting around in the shrubs on the edge of St Augustine's school grounds. Today
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Strictly professional heads to the North East as Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical
Strictly Come Dancing star and Glitterball trophy winner Joanne Clifton is touring the country as Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical which is set to visit 31 venues. This week she heads to Sunderland Empire and Reporter Darcie Rawlings caught
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County Durham sex offender stalked teenager despite warning and suspended sentence
A man twice walked into the home of a teenage woman uninvited, despite having previously been warned to “back off”, all while subject to a suspended prison sentence. Liam James Haines had previously been in an on/off relationship with the victim
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County Durham comedy festival line-up set to host comedy legends this May
Consett Comedy Festival reveals a jam-packed festival line up with hopes that festival goers may get the opportunity to camp at the festival this year to encourage visitors from the wider region this May. Festival Director Lee Woodhead has arranged
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Prolific North East burglar jailed again, after pre-dawn spree in single street
A long-standing and prolific burglar is back behind bars after his latest pre-dawn spree in one street, on a summer morning last year. Gareth Brunskill was subject to licence supervision after his release from his previous 40-month prison sentence
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Updates as manhunt for chemical attack suspect Abdul Ezedi continues for sixth day
Fresh details have emerged about the sex crimes which led to Abdul Ezedi’s conviction as the manhunt for the suspect in a chemical attack continued for a sixth day. Police have offered a £20,000 reward to anyone with information leading to the
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Spennymoor resident hit with fine for not clearing up dog waste
Neighbourhood wardens have fined a Spennymoor resident for not getting rid of dog waste. The notice was handed out after an incident in Eve Lane, Spennymoor. They took a picture of the dog waste before it was cleaned up: Durham neighbourhood
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Man set fire at Blackhall house to 'scare' resident - but two families forced to flee
Two families had to flee their homes after a man started a fire to “scare” a resident living in one of the properties. Christopher Nairns bought petrol at a nearby filling station and was seen on CCTV acting furtively in the vicinity of the targeted
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North East pub opening soon after huge amount of investment
A new North East pub is set to re-open within days after a large investment. The Starting Gate in Redcar is to open back up to the public on Wednesday, February 7. It will be holding a grand launch party with live music from local band The
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Which North East stadium ranked third cheapest in the country for rugby attendance?
A Darlington stadium has been named as one of the cheapest venues for rugby fans to attend. The Darlington Arena, home to Darlington Mowden Park RFC, has been found as the third cheapest venue for fans following a study by Betway. It was found
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Be thrilled, inspired and moved as mountain film festival comes to North East
A night of adventure and award-winning films is promised at a North East venue this week. The Fire Station in Sunderland will host The Kendall Mountain Tour on Thursday, February 8. The Kendal Mountain Film Festival, started in the lake district
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Dodgy repairman jailed after conning elderly couple for unnecessary work
A dodgy repairman who targetted an elderly couple and conned them by charging for unnecessary work has been jailed. James Delaney, 43, approached a Hartlepool couple in their 70s, telling them that repair work was required on their roof.
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PCC Joy Allen confirms temporary home found for Newton Aycliffe police
A temporary home has been found for Newton Aycliffe police over a month after they were scheduled to vacate shared premises with the fire service on Central Avenue. GLOW, a function venue located at Aycliffe Business Park is now the new temporary
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Driver in hospital with serious injuries after two cars crash on rural road
A driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries after two cars crashed on a rural North Yorkshire road. Emergency services were called to the collision on the B1264, between the Hornby junction and Low Worsall near the Cleveland border at
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Rapist taxi driver back in court after setting up fake social media accounts
A rapist taxi driver has been back in front of a judge after he set up social media accounts in false names after buying himself a new mobile phone. Khalile Maqsood was made subject of two indefinite court orders to curb his behaviour after he
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Jess Fostekew embarks on a new comedy tour heading to Stockton Arc
Acclaimed comedian Jess Fostekew heads to the Stockton Arc this March with her new comedy show about passion, pace, and purpose. The critically acclaimed star of BBC’s QI, Live at the Apollo and C4’s Travel Man is amidst the busiest time of her
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Bid to house 'at risk' prisoners near County Durham school refused over safety fears
The government has lost its appeal against a decision to refuse plans to house ‘at risk’ prisoners in County Durham. The Ministry of Justice hoped to convert Consett’s Highfield House as part of its ‘prisoner reform’ program. Plans were submitted
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Two in court after man taken to hospital following County Durham village incidents
Two men have appeared in court following multiple alleged assaults and burglaries in a County Durham village over the weekend. One man was taken to hospital with "significant injuries" following a series of incidents in Ushaw Moor, near Durham,
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Exciting times for Middlesbrough Women ahead of top of table clash and Riverside date
THESE are exciting times for Middlesbrough Women. Michael Mulhern's side are in blistering form, moved top of the table for the first time this season at the weekend and have a Riverside date to look forward to. Boro Women are very much ahead
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Man dies after car leaves County Durham road and overturns in field
A man has died after his car left a County Durham road and overturned in a field. Durham Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died following the incident on the B6532 Sacriston to Durham City which took place between 8:45pm and 11:30pm
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'Nothing to lose': County Durham man studies for apprenticeship and works for NHS
An award-winning North East student is helping to shine a light on the importance apprenticeships can play in the healthcare sector. Lance Gourley, 32, has balanced studying a Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Sunderland
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Aycliffe drink driver's 30-mile high speed came to an end when BMW ran out of fuel
A drink driver who took police on a high-speed 30-mile chase was arrested after his car ran out of fuel and he tried to run away across a field. Michael Gallagher ‘panicked’ when police tried to pull him over in Redcar and sped off towards home
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How civil orders are helping Durham Police protect victims of domestic violence
Police made 102 domestic violence protection notice (DVPN) applications in Darlington and County Durham last year, it has been revealed. Of these, magistrates’ granted 82 domestic violence protection orders (DVPO)- that’s a 47 per cent increase
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County Durham asbestos firm to expand after second round of funding
A specialist County Durham-based asbestos management firm is to expand again after a second round of funding. Asbestos Audit acts as a contractor on asbestos-related projects of every size, from processing single asbestos samples to managing asbestos
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Inquisitive deer causes outdoor playtime to be cancelled at Darlington primary school
Playtime at a Darlington primary school was disrupted yesterday when a curious deer was spotted close to the grounds. The inquisitive animal was rooting around in the shrubs at the edge of St Augustine's school grounds when it was seen by staff
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MP defends new police base from claims it is 'little more than a toilet stop'
A North East MP has defended a new police base after criticism that it was "little more than a toilet stop". The base at Medina House in Elm Tree, Stockton, was closed in 2016 to centralise the force at a station in Stockton. A letter has been
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Raby Hunt restaurant 'gives back' Michelin stars following closure
Raby Hunt in Darlington has, as expected, lost both Michelin stars after its closure. Two Michelin-starred chef James Close made the decision to close his restaurant and join Rockliffe Hall in County Durham. The Raby Hunt’s last service was
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I'm a GP: Here are 5 symptoms that you have an unhealthy gut
A GP has shared five symptoms of an unhealthy gut that you need to be on the lookout for and how to fix them. There are trillions of tiny microbes within your gut that make up a complex and incredibly important internal ecosystem known as the
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Learner drivers warned of six month wait for tests as examiners set to strike
Thousands of learner drivers could face waits of up to six months for practical tests to become available, as further strike action by staff at the Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is set to take place. Around 2,000 DVSA driving test examiners
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DWP paying £2.5bill in Cost of Living support for 8mill households from today
Millions of households across the UK will start to receive a £299 Cost of Living Payment from today. The payment will be sent out automatically and recipients do not need to apply to receive it. This includes tax credits-only customers who
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Suspected explosive device on Redcar beach deemed 'safe'
Cleveland Police were called to Redcar beach yesterday (February 5) after reports of a suspected explosive device. The object was discovered in the sand near the Stray cafe. Officers from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team inspected
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Doctor reveals the 'one way' you can stop mould from growing on your toothbrush
A doctor on TikTok has warned that there could be mould growing in the moist bristles of your toothbrush. Mould tends to favour moist and damp conditions, making the likes of bathrooms and kitchens prime real estate for this kind of fungi.
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Sunderland's plan for January signing after 'exciting' first glimpse
SUNDERLAND will take their time with Romaine Mundle and ease the winger into Championship life after the former Tottenham youngster's arrival on Wearside late in the January window. Mundle offered an "exciting" glimpse of what the Black Cats can
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Tesco's Kids Eat Free offer to return to cafes this half term - How it works
Tesco has announced its Kids Eat Free scheme will return this February half term in all its cafes. The cafes will offer one free Kids Hot Meal Deal, Kids Breakfast or Kids Pick ‘n’ Mix deal with every item bought by an adult from as little as 60p
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Bumper Newcastle United FA Cup allocation confirmed & ticket details released
NEWCASTLE United have received a bumper away allocation of around 7,000 tickets for the FA Cup fifth round tie at Blackburn. Newcastle supporters will get the full Darwen End at Ewood Park - and tickets are priced at just £20 for adults, £10 for
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Sunderland ‘Til I Die release date and Netflix details confirmed
THE tale behind Sunderland’s quest to end their four-year League One exile will be retold when the club returns to the small screen next week. Netflix will screen the third season of its acclaimed ‘Sunderland ‘Til I Die’ documentary, which charts
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Children's TV legend in Darlington making film about pioneering footballer
CHILDREN’S TV legend and former Coronation Street star Derek Griffiths has been in Darlington and south Durham over the weekend making a short film about the world’s first black professional footballer, Arthur Wharton. “I’m not really a football
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New research shows how a tsunami wiped out the people of the North East
AN enormous tsunami with gigantic waves 20 metres high hit the North East coast 8,000 years ago and probably wiped out the people who lived here, a new University of York study has discovered. The tsunami was caused by an underwater landslide,
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North East weather: Met Office forecast predicts rain ahead of snow warning
The weather is set to be mild today with the North East expected to see overcast cloud and rain. According to the Met Office, Darlington residents can expect a rainy start this morning (January 9), clearing up around the afternoon. Following
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Who are King Charles's medical team as he undergoes cancer treatment?
As King Charles III faces regular cancer treatments after being diagnosed with a form of cancer, a team of medical professionals have been appointed to the monarch. The news was confirmed by Buckingham Palace, sharing that the King would postpone
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What work will King Charles III be doing while he is treated for cancer?
Buckingham Palace has shared that King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments. The King's cancer diagnosis comes following his recent hospital visit for an enlarged prostate, although
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Chinese New Year celebrations in Durham: here is everything you need to know
A range of events and activities have been organised to help people in County Durham celebrate the Chinese New Year. Durham City will be bringing in the Year of the Dragon on Saturday, February 10 with free activities, performances, and entertainment
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I went to a County Durham eco shop with £10- here's what I bought
Reporter Darcie Rawlings visited Green Keepers in Consett, County Durham to see what she could buy for £10 from the eco home store. Here's how she got on. Sceptical of the price of items in eco stores, I wanted to see how much I could buy from
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Kieran Scott lifts lid on Boro's January striker search & addresses free agent market
KIERAN Scott has lifted the lid on Middlesbrough's January search for a striker and says, despite Boro's preparation and efforts, they had to accept there wasn't any "achievable" signings in the difficult winter window. The club's head of football
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Drink driver narrowly avoided 'catastrophic' accident going wrong way on A66
A mother-of-three who downed half a bottle of vodka before speeding down a dual carriageway in the wrong direction was told she narrowly avoided causing a ‘catastrophic’ accident. Deborah Kelly’s dangerous driving came to a shuddering halt when
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LIVE: Man dies following 'serious' crash on County Durham road
2:16pm Ambulance statement A NEAS spokesperson said: “We received a call at 11.13pm last night (Monday 5 February)
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Family law firm taken over as part of expansion drive into North East
Irwin Mitchell has outlined its ambitions for growth in the North East after completing the acquisition of Newcastle and Richmond-based Silk Family Law. The acquisition adds to Irwin Mitchell’s existing strong national presence in Family Law. The
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Homeless HMP Durham prisoner died from overdose just two days after his release
A County Durham prisoner who was homeless after he left HMP Durham died from a drug overdose just two days after he was released, a Prisons and Probation Ombudsman report reveals. Ricky Skinner, 35, died from "multiple drug toxicity" with a needle
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Flood defences to be upgraded in North East town to protect more than 500 homes
Work on measures designed to better protect hundreds of homes and businesses from flooding in a North East town have started. Construction is underway on an Environment Agency (EA) project that will upgrade the flood gates in Yarm. The aim
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Work to turn chapel into affordable homes in Dales village welcomed by Rishi Sunak
THE Prime Minister has welcomed the start of work to transform a former Methodist chapel into much-needed affordable housing in a Yorkshire Dales village. The Upper Dales Community Land Trust (UDCLT) chose North-East social housing provider, North
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NAMED: Men served domestic violence protection orders in Darlington and County Durham
Today we name four men made subject of domestic violence protection orders in Darlington and County Durham. Some of the men have appeared in court for breaching existing orders. The cases have been heard in the last week at Peterlee Magistrates
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Leo Hjelde: 'I look at the Sunderland squad - and it's every bit as good as Leeds''
THERE might be 16 points separating them in the Championship table, but Leo Hjelde insists the Sunderland squad he has just joined is every bit as good as the Leeds United one he has just left. Hjelde swapped Elland Road for the Stadium of Light
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Callum Wilson's stark admission about why injuries have affected him this season
CALLUM WILSON claims his willingness to put his body on the line for Newcastle United has been a major contributory factor to his injury-hit campaign. Wilson ended his latest injury absence on Saturday when he came on as a second-half substitute
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Rav van den Berg: 'Forget Milan and Dortmund - I'm loving it at Middlesbrough'
WHEN Rav van den Berg was pondering his future in the summer, he was made aware of interest from Borussia Dortmund, Roma and AC Milan. Instead, he ended up at Middlesbrough. Seven months on, and while he might be experiencing the Championship rather
