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Darlington businesses have their say on PM's live forum appearance
Darlington businesses have had their say after the Prime Minister said he "understood the frustrations" over the doubling of energy bills and cost of living crisis. Rishi Sunak was in Darlington yesterday (Monday, February 12) where he answered
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Durham City likened to 'Wild West' as dozens of venues trading outside agreed hours
Residents have appealed for better regulation of Durham City’s night-time venues and likened it to the ‘Wild West’ after an investigation found pubs, restaurants and takeaways are continuing to trade outside of their permitted hours. The City
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Well-known pub reopens after colourful £300,000 renovation - take a look inside
A well-known pub has reopened after undergoing a £300,000 renovation that has seen a colourful refit of its bar and seating areas. The Potting Shed in High Street, Northallerton, reopened earlier this month to hype after the ever-popular venue
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SHREK-TACULAR! What we thought of closing night of Shrek the Musical
Arriving to Sunderland Empire adorned with bright green lights that shone across the city, it was easy to know Shrek The Musical was in town. The family favourite all singing all dancing production certainly impressed audiences on it’s final night
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Our verdict on Rishi Sunak's appearance on GB News' People's Forum
RISHI SUNAK didn’t come out badly from the GB News question and answer session that was broadcast from Darlington on Monday evening. He seemed pleasant and decent. He avoided any gaffes, like his ill-judged bet with Piers Morgan on Talk TV, and
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North East postal worker becomes latest Horizon victim to be cleared in court
A Post Office worker who was a victim of the flawed Horizon accounting system has spoken of the shame she has felt for years until she was finally cleared of fraud. Jacqueline Falcon, 42, was a true pillar of her community in the village of Hadston
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County Durham rural road blocked after large fly-tip as investigation launched
An investigation has been launched after a rural County Durham road was blocked by a fly-tip issue. Police enforcement officers and Durham County Council wardens were called to the environmental incident over the weekend, which took place at Halfway
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Former popular village pub looks for new owners after fire last year gutted kitchen
A former popular pub is looking for new owners after going up for sale for £495,000. Sitting in the centre of the attractive village of Coneythorpe, fronting onto the village green, sits the Tiger Inn. The village inn has been successful in
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Tributes pour in after BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright dies aged 69
Tributes have poured in from all over the country after the news that legendary BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright died at the age of 69. His family confirmed the sad news in a statement on Tuesday night, telling fans: "It is with deep sorrow and
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Pictures of annual Sedgefield Ball Game - complete with 'bumps, bruises and blood'
Annual Sedgefield Ball Game sees the County Durham town become a gladiator’s arena as residents’ scrum to be crowned winner. The Shrove Tuesday tradition is guaranteed to result in bumps, bruises, and blood as the sport is a complete tactical free-for-all
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Legendary BBC Radio 2 presenter, Steve Wright, dies aged 69
DJ Steve Wright, who was mostly known for presenting programmes for BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 for more than 40 years has died at the age of 69, his family have confirmed. Wright's family said: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce
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Legendary BBC Radio 2 presenter, Steve Wright, dies aged 69
DJ Steve Wright, who was mostly known for presenting programmes for BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 for more than 40 years has died at the age of 69, his family have confirmed. Wright's family said: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce
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Patient deemed 'not a risk' for unescorted leave hours before he was found dead
A young patient living with mental health issues posed “no risk to himself or others” and seemed “excited” for unescorted leave just hours before his body was found in a wooded area, an inquest has heard. Ty Channce, 20, was a patient at Roseberry
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Sedgefield in Scrums: Residents celebrate Shrove Tuesday tradition
Bumps, bruises and blood returned to a County Durham town and residents celebrated a time-honoured tradition with great gusto. Reporter Darcie Rawlings headed to in the County Durham village today (Tuesday, February 13) to see the historic game for
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Middlesbrough's free agent stance and Carrick's response after options assessed
MIDDLESBROUGH are unlikely to strengthen their squad with any free agents as things stand, though the club will continue to monitor the market for potential opportunities. The club's head of football Kieran Scott last week revealed that Boro were
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Lithium firm secures rights for 60,000 acres in County Durham - from the Church
Northern Lithium has secured new longer term mineral rights from the Church Commissioners for England. The company says it gives them a far wider geographical area to explore for and extract lithium and other minerals from saline brines within
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Sale and rent price set for Raby Hunt after two Michelin-starred chef leaves venue
The site of a former two-Michelin-starred venue has officially gone up for sale and rent after its esteemed owner and chef departed last month. The Raby Hunt, which is based in Summerhouse, Darlington, closed its door for the final time on January
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MP calls proposals to introduce car parking charges at North East park 'madness'
An MP has labelled proposals to introduce car parking charges at a popular North East park as ‘madness.’ Matt Vickers, MP for Stockton South, has said potential charges will deter people from visiting Preston Park which has today (February 12)
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Michael Beale's Sunderland 'plan' coming together as 'important' factor identified
MICHAEL Beale believes his Sunderland team are coming into form at the perfect time and insists he was calm and had no doubts during a troubled start to life on Wearside. The Black Cats head for lowly Huddersfield Town on Wednesday night looking
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Europe's biggest scare fest coming to County Durham - here's all you need to know
Europe's biggest scare-fest will be coming to County Durham later this year after the first details of the event have been revealed by organisers. Psycho Path, based at Lintz Hall Farm, County Durham, was last year voted the best scream park in
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Police and mountain rescue team search for missing teen in Teesside woodland
Police and mountain rescue teams have continued their search for a missing teenager in a nearby woodland area after he went missing. Police have confirmed they are searching Billingham Beck Valley and Country Park along the A1027 as they continue
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Sadness as body is found in search for missing North East man
A body has been found in the search for missing man Gary Bradford, police have confirmed. Mr Bradford, 46, was first reported missing from the Winlaton area of Gateshead on Sunday, January 28. Extensive enquiries were carried out by Northumbria
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Mixed Latte Lath & Jones injury news as Carrick outlines Matthew Hoppe's position
MIDDLESBROUGH will soon be boosted by the return of Emmanuel Latte Lath, who has stepped up his training and is closing in on a comeback - but tomorrow's game at Preston will come too soon for the striker. Latte Lath has been sidelined with an
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Tributes to loving grandad who died in 'hit-and-run' with two men accused of murder
The family of a man who died following an alleged 'hit and run' van crash on Friday evening (February 9) have paid tribute to him. Brian Darby, 60, died after incident was reported in the Myton Way/Rings area of Ingleby Barwick, near Stockton.
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Man appears in court for alleged firearm and explosive possession offences
A North Yorkshire man has been remanded in custody after being found with illegal ammunition and explosives earlier this year. Stewart Wright, 44, of Mill Bungalow, Mill Farm, Leeming, stands accused of possessing rifle rounds without a certification
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The Body Shop officially enters administration with hundreds of stores at risk
The Body Shop has officially entered administration today (Tuesday, February 13) with hundreds of stores and jobs now at risk. FRP Advisory has been brought in to handle an insolvency process just weeks since the new owners took control of the
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The Body Shop stores at risk in North East as adminstrators are called in
These are The Body Shop outlets at risk in the North East and North Yorkshire as the chain has revealed it has officially entered administration today (Tuesday, February 13). Hundreds of stores and jobs across the UK are at risk as FRP Advisory
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Thousands of takeaway delivery riders to strike for one day this week over wages
Delivery riders for companies such as Deliveroo and Uber Eats are set to strike for one day this week to protest against "insufficient wages". The action will also impact Just Eat and Stuart.com and will take place on Valentine's Day (Wednesday
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McDonald's confirm this iconic breakfast item will return (again) - but when?
Many McDonald’s fans will have been disappointed (and possibly shocked) to discover the iconic breakfast wrap was taken off the menu over the weekend, only days after making its long-awaited return. The item was removed from the fast-food chain
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Gavin & Stacey to return to BBC for Christmas special according to reports
Reports have suggested that the beloved British sitcom Gavin & Stacey could be returning to the BBC for a Christmas special. The show, created by James Corden and Ruth Jones last aired a new episode on the BBC five years ago for the 2019 Christmas
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Pedestrian suffers 'life-threatening injuries' after being hit by van in North East
A pedestrian is in a serious condition in hospital after being knocked over by a tipper van yesterday. Emergency services were alerted to the incident on the A184 Felling bypass in Gateshead at 11.40am on Monday (February 13). A man in his
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Why this North East postcode is one of the UK's 'coolest' to move to in 2024
A postcode in the North East has been revealed as one of the UK’s “coolest” to move to this year. It was an area in Ouseburn, Newcastle which featured in the “10 coolest postcodes to move to in 2024” by The Times, but where exactly is it and why
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Michael Beale and the exciting Sunderland challenge that will keep opponents guessing
FOR opposing managers, having to deal with Jack Clarke must be troubling enough - and that's before you consider the other tricky talents who make up the Sunderland attack. The focus for much of this season when it comes to Sunderland's forward
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Man taken to hospital and negotiators stood down as stand-off concludes
A man has been taken to hospital and negotiators stood down after a police stand-off. Officers were first called to Coronation Terrace in of Stanley, County Durham at about 9.15pm on Monday (January 12) after concerns for a man's welfare. A
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Excitement as Darlington McDonald's to reopen following refurbishment
A Darlington McDonald’s will reopen its store this week after it closed for refurbishment works last month. A spokesperson for the brand confirmed the branch on North Road in Darlington will reopen on Wednesday (February 14). They confirmed
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County Durham sex offender failed to inform women he stayed with of past convictions
A sex offender prohibited from having unsupervised contact with children has now twice since become involved in relationships with young mothers who were unaware of his past convictions. Phillip Yarrow was made subject of a Sexual Harm Prevention
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Man arrested and woman to appear in court after drugs and cash seized in raid
A man has been arrested and a woman charged after suspected drugs and cash were seized in a North East raid. Cleveland Police carried out proactive patrols in St Johns Close, Middlesbrough, following community concerns. A man was searched,
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Plans for new estate approved despite claims town has 'enough housing'
Controversial plans for a new estate on a field in Nunthorpe have been given the green light despite suggestions the town already has enough housing. Council officers had recommended approval for the plans for 45 homes at Ford Close Riding Centre
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Dramatic pictures show moment van goes up in flames in McDonalds car park
Dramatic pictures show the moment a van went up in flames in a McDonalds car park. The white transit-style van caught fire shortly before 10am this morning (Tuesday, February 13) at the Newton Aycliffe Services off the A167. Fire crews arrived
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Farewell to Middlesbrough's nice guy who made a difference on and off the pitch
WE'LL get to the football - the goals, many of them crucial and memorable, and his all-round contribution in the red of Middlesbrough - but first we'll start with Matt Crooks the bloke, for it's his personality off the pitch as much as his performances
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Young cyclist suffers 'serious' leg breaks following crash on North East road
A young cyclist has suffered ‘serious’ leg breaks following a crash on a North East road yesterday. Cleveland Police are appealing for more information following the incident which took place on the A1027 junction with The Glebe, Norton in Stockton
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7 emergency cost of living support schemes on offer worth £3000 in total
Struggling to cope with the current cost of living crisis? Here are seven ways to get free financial support. As previously reported by ourselves, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is giving out cash to Universal Credit and other benefits
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Two major Sunderland injury boosts - but one fresh blow delays comeback
CORRY Evans is set to take a major step towards a first team return with some action for the Under-21s after rejoining the squad in training. It's a major boost for the Black Cats and the midfielder, who has been out of action since suffering a
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Large cordon in place in County Durham town as negotiators speak to man
A cordon is in place in a County Durham town as negotiators attempt to speak to a man they are concerned about. Officers were called to a house on Coronation Terrace in the New Kyo area of Stanley at about 9.15pm on Monday (February 13) night.
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Can you identify any of these fabulous old cars on Darlington's High Row?
OLD cars are stars. They were rustbuckets and unreliable, and they didn’t go bleep when put into reverse, but they had character and individuality. This month in Darlington’s wonderfully refurbished library, the exhibition in the Centre for Local
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Call the Midwife faces schedule change as final episodes cancelled
Fans of BBC's Call the Midwife will have to wait much longer than normal for the last two episodes of series 13. The schedule change comes as the official Call the Midwife Instagram page confirmed that the BAFTA Film Awards would replace the drama
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I don’t like pancakes but I can’t get enough of Jamie Oliver’s 82p one-cup recipe
I very rarely admit to people that I don’t like pancakes, but when I’m often put on the spot and asked about my favourite toppings around Pancake Day, I just have to come clean. After many years of justifying why I only like the American style,
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Can dogs eat pancakes? Vet breaks down the dangers this Shrove Tuesday
A vet has explained whether dogs can eat pancakes and has warned owners of the dangers ahead of Shrove Tuesday. Pancake Day always falls 47 days before Easter and is considered the final day of indulgence before the 40 days of Lent. If you're
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Chocolatier's dismay as she's told she can't sell sweets at Westminster event
A chocolatier was left questioning MPs’ commitment to supporting small businesses after being asked to give away chocolates at a Westminster event. County Durham confectioner Zoë Rutter was excited to be invited by local MP Richard Holden to attend
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Banned County Durham driver jumped red light and fled from police
A banned driver is behind bars again after being spotted by a police constable at the wheel of a vehicle. The patrol car officer saw Ben Henderson driving the Vauxhall Astra estate on the opposite carriageway, in Seaham, at 10am on Thursday, July
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North Yorkshire teen to continue family tradition by competing at Crufts 2024
A Northallerton teenager will become the fourth generation of her family to show dogs when she competes at Crufts. Seventeen-year-old Elizabeth Chandler will show at the competition in Birmingham next month alongside her sisters Catherine, 8, and
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Henry VIII's missing artwork one step closer to Bishop Auckland museum
A campaign to bring Henry VIII’s 16th-century artwork to the North East is one step closer to success. The Auckland Project has reached the £1million milestone through donations since beginning its campaign to bring Henry VIII’s tapestry to Bishop
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LIVE: Breaking News, Traffic, Travel and Weather for County Durham and Darlington
5:31pm That's all from our daily live blog for today. We'll be bringing you more in the morning.
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Michael Beale explains surprise area of Jack Clarke's game he has been focusing on
HE has hit the headlines for his attacking play this season – but Michael Beale feels Jack Clarke has also improved the defensive side of his game significantly in the last few weeks. Clarke scored his 14th league goal of the season as Sunderland
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Cannabis user turned to drug dealing after his academic ambitions faltered
A young man who swapped a future dream of academia for selling drugs has been jailed after police found drugs and cash stashed in his home. Jude Craig was arrested after a police raid resulted in officers recovering cocaine, cannabis, drug dealing
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How North East Devolution would unlock accessible and affordable transport
A devolution deal means that in May, subject to Parliamentary approval, a new combined authority will be formed in the North East, with a new Mayor elected. The Interim portfolio holder for Transport is Cllr Martin Gannon, Leader of Gateshead Council
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‘Swift action’ required to address ‘inadequate’ council-run adult education service
Staff have been described as “devastated” after a council adult education service was rated as overall inadequate. Education watchdog Ofsted levelled a number of criticisms at the service run by Redcar and Cleveland Council and operated from the
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Darlington Council insists it hasn't ditched pledge to help with cost of living
Darlington Council has insisted it has not ditched its promise to help residents with the cost of living. The Labour-Liberal Democrat authority faced criticism from opposition councillors after announcing plans to increase the rents of council-owned
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Landscape partnership unveils hidden historical Gem Trail
A NEW art trail has been unveiled in the North-East town affectionately known as the ‘cradle of the railways’. The Gem Trail, which comprises nine art installations, celebrates the often-overlooked stories of local North-East women and their significant
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Eddie Howe admission over 'injury mistakes' at Newcastle and demand for future change
EDDIE HOWE admits “mistakes have been made” when it comes to Newcastle United’s injury record this season – and admits the club have to improve the way they prepare their players for the demands of a Premier League season. While some of the Magpies
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Stephen – ‘Diabetes tech supports me to ride stronger than ever’
‘I’m not entirely sure why I developed diabetes.’ Stephen Walker from Macclesfield wasn’t overweight, maintained a well-rounded diet and was a keen cyclist when he was told he had type 2 diabetes at the age of 55. This was only after being advised
