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What I thought of Disney's 'beautiful' Aladdin the musical at Sunderland Empire
The critically acclaimed Broadway and West End musical Aladdin opened at Sunderland Empire on Thursday, February 15. Reporter Darcie Rawlings - a self-proclaimed ‘mega-fan’ of the Disney film - was transported back to her childhood. Based on the
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Less waste being recycled across North East than 10 years ago as 2020 target missed
North East councils are recycling less waste on average than they did 10 years ago, and are still missing failed 2020 targets, new data reveals. Just 30 per cent of household waste across the region was sent for reuse, recycling or for composting
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Six planning applications from County Durham & North Yorks you might have missed
Here are six planning applications from the region this month that you may have missed: Development of 20 homes in Willington, County Durham 20 homes with associated access, car parking, landscaping, engineering and infrastructure, are
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Pictures as Chinese New Year celebrations continue for Year of the Dragon
Chinese New Year celebrations continued on Sunday for the second weekend. The Year of the Dragon was celebrated with in style in Sunderland today (Sunday, February 18) with dragon and lion dances. Crowds gathered as Chinese firecrackers were
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Fire crews called out to 'deliberate' blazes in woodlands several times in week
Fire crews have been called out numerous times in the last week to reports of deliberate fires being set by youths. Multiple fires have reportedly been lit purposely in the Mendip Terrace area of Stanley, County Durham this week. Neighbourhood
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Underage driver lands six points on licence before he's even taken driving test
A 17-year-old who got behind the wheel with no insurance or driving licence has landed six penalty points before even passing his test. The youngster, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was caught by police in County Durham driving a black
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Music, comedy and dance at ‘world first’ North East takeover event
A popular mini-festival is to launch a world first takeover of a North East building. The Caper is to stage a takeover of Sunderland's City Hall in what organisers say will be an amazing event and 'great night-out'. Sunderland band The Futureheads
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Darlington woman to run 5k every day for suicide awareness after loss of friend
A Darlington woman has committed to running up to 5km every evening in an effort to promote mental health awareness after she tragically lost a friend to suicide. Nikki Gaynor, 49, from Darlington, is nearing day 50 of her 2024 goal to run at least
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REVEALED: Most reported crimes in every area of Darlington in latest police data
Violence and sexual offences were the most reported crimes around Darlington in December 2023, figures reveal. The most up-to-date figures, from December 2023, show violence and sexual offences were the most commonly reported crimes across all
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Talented illustrator has work showcased in national cook book launch from HECK!
A talented illustrator whose work has wowed people across North Yorkshire and further afield has featured in a national cookbook launch from well-known company HECK! Illustrations by Harrogate graphic designer, Lizzie Anthony, have been featured
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Pictures as JORVIK Viking Festival with over 300 warriors storms streets
The streets of York have been filled with history reenactors and enthusiasts as a Viking Festival saw locals flood the streets - are you in any pictures from the event? Has the city of York stepped back in time? Perhaps, just for this weekend as
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Middlesbrough to probe 'racist incident' in stands during 2-1 victory over Leicester
Middlesbrough will investigate an alleged racist incident in the stands during their victory over league-leaders Leicester on Saturday. The club said it was aware of an incident which took place during the Championship tie at the King Power Stadium
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Comedy legend Frankie Howerd brought back to life by Mark Farrelly at Barnard Castle
Comedy legend Frankie Howerd has been brought back to life by Mark Farrelly in his two-hander performance which heads to The Witham in Barnard Castle this March. About both the development of Frankie’s comedy - and his extraordinary relationship
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Houses on historic Durham City development all sold
Houses described as a "once in a lifetime opportunity" in Durham City, with a view of the historic cathedral, have all now sold. The "traditionally built executive homes" are located on the prestigious Pimlico, near Silver Street and Durham School
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Ushaw House launches new exhibition with Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair
Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair (WCPF) and Ushaw Historic House, Chapels, and Gardens will debut their collaborative exhibition named ‘The Ushaw Editions’, this March, highlighting the annual Ushaw Residency and Acquisition Prize. Each year Ushaw
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Woman ordered to pay back the money she stole from sick uncle's funeral funds
A woman who stole thousands of pounds her sick uncle was saving for his own funeral has been ordered to pay back the money after she walked free from court. Samantha Hill used her uncle’s bank card numerous times over a seven-month period and even
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Balaclava-clad man with 'blade' approaches group in County Durham then runs off
A police investigation is underway after a balaclava-wearing man reportedly carrying a blade approached a group of people late on Saturday night. The incident happened on Front Street in Stanley, County Durham, near Clifford Road Pharmacy at about
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Dog falls 15m off cliffside prompting coastguard rescue effort
Fresh warnings have been issued to dog owners after a pooch fell 15m off a cliff yesterday which prompted a rescue effort. Members of Redcar's Coastguard Rescue Team rushed to Huntcliff yesterday (February 17) following reports that a dog fell
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Family pay tribute to 'amazing mum, nana and great nana' who died after crash
The heartbroken family of a woman who died after she was struck by a Land Rover have paid tribute to their ‘amazing mam, nana and great nana’. Janet Johnson has been named as the 74-year-old who died after she was hit by a black Land Rover in Middlesbrough
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'Disgraceful' care worker jailed for stealing from 92-year-old woman
A care worker who stole from a 92-year-old woman and accused her of making up false allegations about other care workers, has been jailed. Samantha Jane Mook, 38, forced the elderly woman to give evidence in front of a jury by denying the charges
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Sunderland hit with major new blow in wake of Birmingham City defeat
AS if losing to Birmingham City wasn't bad enough at the weekend - Sunderland are also facing the loss of one of their key performers for the next two games. To compound the Black Cats' disappointment at St Andrew's, Dan Ballard picked up a tenth
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Starmer 'nearly quit as Labour leader' after 2021 Hartlepool by-election loss
Sir Keir Starmer considered resigning after the crushing defeat in the Hartlepool by-election in 2021, according to a new biography of the Labour leader. Nearly two and a half years later, Sir Keir is now tipped to become the next prime minister
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Three pubs you could run in Darlington for the right price - here's how
We have compiled a list of three different pubs across Darlington you can run right now. With many pubs available for sale across the North East, we have picked out three establishments available to take over. This includes properties on Post
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Is this the cheapest petrol in County Durham and Darlington as price hits 137.9p?
The cheapest price at petrol stations in County Durham and Darlington have been revealed - but is 137.9p the cheapest across the region? As petrol prices continue to massively differ from independent fuel stations and supermarket chains, the need
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'Game changer' as North East charity brand to feature in London Fashion Week
A company born out of a charity initiative to tackle post-consumer fashion waste is due to hit the runway at London Fashion Week. Neuthread, founded in Teesside by charity Daisy Chain, was pioneered thanks to funding from The National Lottery Community
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Plans to redevelop County Durham leisure complex to be revised after public concern
Proposals for better sports facilities in County Durham are being revised, residents have been told, amid concerns they have been scrapped. Durham County Council first consulted the public in 2022 on proposals to improve outdoor the provision
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Michael Carrick's post-match pledge after Leicester win - and Boro squad's response
MIDDLESBROUGH might have claimed their best win of the season as they saw off Championship leaders Leicester City yesterday, but Michael Carrick senses a determination within his squad to ensure the victory at the King Power Stadium is not a one-off
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Four-goal away win gives Darlington's survival boost a shot in the arm
DARLINGTON are still alive and kicking in their fight against relegation after claiming a patient victory over North-East neighbours South Shields at the First Cloud Arena. Most fans had just about written off Quakers’ chances of avoiding the drop
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Four rescued from flat fire as North East property suffers '100 per cent' damage
Four people were rescued by firefighters from a flat fire in the early hours of this morning. Emergency services converged on Dovecot Street in Stockton just after 6am today (Sunday, February 18) following reports of a fire. Firefighters from
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Death of Josephine Bowes, one of the North East's greatest benefactors 150 years ago
THE death of an extraordinary benefactor whose legacy still lights up a County Durham town was being reported exactly 150 years ago. The shock news of the demise of Joséphine Benoîte Coffin-Chevallier, the Countess of Montalbo, in Paris, on February
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Two hospitalised following alleged midnight assault on Yarm High Street
Two people have been hospitalised following an alleged assault just before midnight last night. Emergency services were present in Yarm, on what is understood to have been Yarm High Street last night (Saturday, February 17) following an incident
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12-month comparison highlights scale of Newcastle issue which needs addressing
EDDIE Howe pointed to the positives and a couple were clear and obvious: the resilience of his Newcastle side is something to be applauded, as is a five-match unbeaten run in all competitions. But is this current approach sustainable? Is the chaos
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Plans to build 21 homes on outskirts of village
A VARIATION on plans to build 21 homes on land west of Dalton Motors, Dalton, North Yorkshire, has been submitted to North Yorkshire Council. The site, a field within Manor Farm, is located to the western side of Dalton, near Thirsk on the main
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Look inside 'investment opportunity' £60,000 Darlington home
A two-bedroom terraced home described as an “ideal investment opportunity” has hit the market in Darlington priced at just £60,000 – look inside below. The terraced property on Lowson Street, Darlington, is located close to the town centre and
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How canoe hand-carved from a sycamore links back to early life in Teesside town
Today's Object of the Week is a hand-carved replica of an ancient canoe which represents the earliest sign of life in a North East town. A 12ft replica Iron Age canoe carved by a local volunteer group in Yarm is the centrepiece of a new permanent
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Darlington man left devastated after fire engulfs and destroys lounge
A Darlington resident is hoping to raise awareness after a fire he believes was caused by a faulty phone charger gutted his living room in just seven minutes and destroyed precious family heirlooms. The resident, who lives in the Yarm Road area
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Super stylish property near Durham is more WAG than grand old dame
WHILE some people couldn't countenance a view that didn't encompass rolling hills, with the only sign of neighbours being the sheep and cattle dotted around the green fields stretching into the distance, there are others for whom that would feel like
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County Durham road closures for motorists to avoid over the next two weeks
County Durham's motorists will have four road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. But the news isn't too bad, with all of them only expected to cause slight delays, of less than 10 minutes. Get the latest news
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7 Durham, Darlington and Teesside drivers fined total of £3k in court this week
Seven drivers have appeared in court over the last week for driving offences - including speeding, having no insurance and failing to identify who was driving the vehicle. We have rounded up all seven cases, including the fines and penalty points
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How AI is helping North Yorkshire team tackle global scamming network
FINANCIAL investigators from the North East say they are on the tracks of global scammers using game-changing artificial intelligence to help recover the criminals’ billions. Cobra AI has been launched by financial investigators IYE Global to jump
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North East 'hot spot for country pursuits' among UK's best dog-friendly hotels
A hotel with “medieval magic” is one of the best dog-friendly hotels to visit this year, according to Good Housekeeping. The Lord Crewe Arms in Blanchland has it all from roaring fires to roll-top bathtubs and of course, 14 dog-friendly rooms with
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Middlesbrough's 'special' Liverpool night after success of Anfield secret weapon
CRAIG Hignett pauses for the briefest of moments as he turns back the clock 26 years in his mind but he doesn't need much prompting. "That was the Steve Baker game, wasn't it," says the popular former Boro midfielder. A couple of days later
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Howe explains Newcastle contract 'desperation' after moment he'd been waiting for
EDDIE Howe has told of the importance of "inspirational" Matt Ritchie behind the scenes at Newcastle and said the veteran winger deserved his moment in the spotlight after his last gasp leveller against Bournemouth. Ritchie is a fringe figure for
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Carrick's worrying Middlesbrough injury admission after 'incredible' Leicester win
MICHAEL Carrick praised Middlesbrough’s incredible spirit after the 2-1 victory at Championship leaders Leicester - which was all the more impressive after Boro were dealt two major fresh injury setbacks ahead of the trip to the King Power Stadium.
