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Darlington's relegation worries intensify after defeat at Boston
DARLINGTON are still second bottom of the National League North table after they failed to record back-to-back wins once again as they lost 2-0 to Boston United at the Jakemans Stadium. However, they will look back on some excellent missed chances
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Warning after County Durham residents targeted by 'fake police' phone scam
A warning has been issued after County Durham residents have been targeted with a 'fake police' phone scam that has been sweeping through the region. The scam calls, which are fraudulently from the Metropolitan Police, are coming through to people
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Sting and Sam Fender back Tyneside festival to honour North Shields music legend
Get ready to rock out and raise money at the hottest music event hitting North Tyneside this summer. The Strangest Party, a day-long music festival that promises a symphony of homegrown sounds, a feast for the senses, and a whole lot of heart,
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Historic hall could be yours for just £150k - but it needs some serious TLC
This 25-bed listed country house and former hotel could be yours for less than the price of an average semi-detached property. Otterburn Hall, built in 1870 – the year The Northern Echo was first published – will go under the hammer this week with
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Investigation launched after referee wears 'camera' in youth football match
An investigation has been launched after a referee allegedly wore a 'camera device' during a recent youth football fixture. The incident, which is said to have happened during an under-13 junior fixture in the North East, saw a referee, who is
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Weapon and heroin seized after vehicle stopped and searched as three are arrested
Three people have been arrested after police seized a weapon and heroin when they stopped and searched a car in Guisborough. Cleveland Police have been focusing on the area in response to reports from the community about possible county lines drug
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Unambitious plans
OPINION polls suggest that we are likely to have a Labour government by the end of this year. However, this is not a cause for hope or celebration. The programme Labour is proposing is at best unambitious, at worst totally inadequate in relation
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Van driver met girl, 13, in County Durham car park intending to go to hotel for sex
A man in his sixties from London drove to County Durham in a work van in the hope of meeting a 13-year-old girl for a sexual liaison, a court heard. Peter Francis Allison, who had booked a budget hotel room in Washington for the night, then drove
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Drunken thug kicked and stamped on the head of his partner during assault
A drunken man who viciously kicked and stamped on his partner's head during a violent attack in the street has been locked up. A passer-by intervened when he saw Liam Hannah delivering the sickening blows while the woman was prone on the ground
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Woman landed with £440 bill for phone SIM she 'was told would be a freebie'
A woman has been landed with a £440 bill for a phone SIM she says she was told was a freebie. Sharon Shields felt she had no option but to pay the bill fear she would get a black mark on her credit score if she didn’t cough up. The 49-year-old
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We visited Beamish Museum for the Music Through Time experience this half term
An all-time favourite attraction to the North East, Beamish Living North Museum welcomes visitors to leap through time this half term in their Changing Tune event that explores music through time. Reporter Darcie Rawlings jumped back in time on
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Details of new escape room and cafe at Metrocentre have been unveiled
Plans have been submitted to Gateshead Council to convert the former Metrocentre JG Windows into an escape room and cafe lounge. The Escapologist Ltd has applied for a ‘change of use’ to Gateshead Council for the now-shut music shop, which according
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North East takeaway hit with 2-star hygiene rating after 'dirty sponges' found
A takeaway has been hit with a two-star hygiene rating after inspectors found issues with ‘cleanliness’ and ‘dirty’ fridge. Middlesbrough Council has given the The Grill House in Nunthorpe a rating of ‘Improvement Necessary.’ The council have
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Woman charged 15 months after young man dies in crash in North East
A woman has been charged after a young man tragically died in a North Tyneside crash. Truman Hub, 22, died following a collision on the A191 at New York in North Tyneside in the early hours of November 20, 2022. Emergency services attended
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Readers favourite pet pictures this National Pet Day- can you spot yours?
We asked our readers to send in some pictures of their adorable pets this National Love Your Pet Day, and we have been flooded with stunning pictures. We have mainly been sent beautiful cats and dogs but we have had the odd standout sent in like
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Darlington residents to pay more council tax as 5% increased approved by council
Council tax bills will increase for Darlington households this year by around five per cent. The rise was approved by a majority of councillors, as the local authority takes urgent measures to stave off a financial crisis. Cutbacks aimed at saving
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See inside 'exquisite' mansion near Darlington on the market for at least £3.5m
A splendid grade two listed mansion near Darlington, featuring a private lodge, equestrian facilities tennis court and more is up for sale for an asking price of £3.5million. Sadberge Hall is described as an exquisite example of a Queen Anne-style
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Owners dismay as Darlington mini golf course, bar and arcade falls through
A new mini golf, cocktail bar and arcade project has fallen through after failing to find a new investor. The owners of Wacky Social: Golf, Arcade, Bar in Darlington announced today (February 20) they will not be going ahead with their complex.
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Warning residents at care home could be at risk after OAP dies following fall
Bosses at a County Durham care home have been told to take action after one resident’s fall contributed to her death. The warning from a coroner to chiefs at Stanley Park Care Centre, in Stanley, comes after a 90-year-old dementia patient died
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Body Shops in North East that remain at risk as stores close elsewhere from today
These are The Body Shop outlets that remain at risk in the North East and North Yorkshire as the chain has reveals will shut half its store. Several Body Shop outlets elsewhere in the country will be closing from today (February 20), it has been
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Greenpeace activists charged with criminal damage after protest at PM’s home
Police have charged three protesters with criminal damage after Greenpeace activists draped the Prime Minister’s constituency home with anti-oil and gas banners last year. The Crown Prosecution Service said it had reviewed evidence provided by
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Vehicles damaged in arson attack on County Durham workshop
Police have launched an investigation after a County Durham workshop was extensively damaged in a suspected arson attack at the weekend. Officers were alerted to the incident in a garage behind Burn Street, Bowburn, near Durham, at about 7.30pm
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The Body Shop to shut half of its stores with 7 closing from today
The Body Shop has announced it will shut half its stores, with some closing from today (February 20). It comes as the retailer recently announced it entered administration, putting more than 2,000 jobs at risk across 200 shops. The Body Shop
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Tories 'scraping the barrel' with school mobile phone ban policy, says Labour MP
A North East MP has stated the government is "scraping the bottom of the policy barrel" following news that they are to fully ban mobile phones in schools. Education Secretary Gillian Keegan announced the news yesterday (February 19), following
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Newcastle Women boss spells out promotion ambitions and long-term vision
NEWCASTLE WOMEN head coach Becky Langley has challenged her side to win promotion to the Women’s Championship to pave the way for other aspiring clubs to join them in turning professional. The Magpies went full-time last summer – 12 months after
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Man, 60, dies two weeks after being hit on electric bike in serious crash
A man has died two weeks after suffering serious injuries in an electric bicycle crash. Police confirmed on Tuesday (February 20) that the 60-year-old man had died after an incident, which happened on Belasis Avenue in Billingham on Sunday, February
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Firearm recovered from North East business park as CSI and police on the scene
A firearm was recovered from a North East business park after crime scene investigators and police were seen at the industrial estate this morning. Numerous police vehicles and a crime scene investigator van were seen on Newport South Business
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Award winning Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman visits the North East
Heartstopper writer, illustrator and creator Alice Oseman visited the region for a book signing event to meet fans and promote the release of the 5th graphic novel of the series. Fans of the Heartstopper world queued across Park View for hours
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North East MPs pen letter to Government calling for support of film studio
North East MPs have penned a letter to the Chancellor calling for investment in a brand new film studio in the North East just five days after newspapers across the region came together to back the plans. The Crown Works Studios in Sunderland,
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Drugs baron orchestrated illicit empire from prison cell while serving sentence
A drugs baron who continued to run his illicit empire while behind bars has had his prison sentence extended for orchestrating the industrial scale operation. Daniel Perry organised for kilos of cocaine and amphetamine to be brought into the region
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Popular pub makes it to final of 'Rural Oscars' as venue wows judging panel
A popular pub has made it to the finals of the 'Rural Oscars' after wowing the judging panel of the esteemed competition. The White Bear Masham has been announced as a finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards, competing for the North of England
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Café closes suddenly as hints of new food and drink venue will open 'in coming weeks'
A café has closed its doors with immediate effect after an announcement was issued from the wider venue that it's part of. It was revealed that Fausto Coppa, who have been operating out of the Beacon of Light building in Sunderland, had closed
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REVEALED: The worst performing train stations in County Durham & Teesside
Over 2,500 train stations across the UK including in the North East have been ranked for their performance - where does yours place? The data, taken from OnTimeTrains, score services based on how many of their services depart on time and are not
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North East man evading arrest on prison recall is wanted by police
Police have begun a search for a North East man actively evading arrest who is on emergency prison recall. Officers looking for Britton Mabrouk, 30, who has links to Newcastle and South Shields have issued an appeal to the public as they try and
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Police find body believed to be alkali attack suspect after searches in river
A body believed to be that of Clapham alkali attack suspect Abdul Ezedi was found in the water at Tower Pier on the River Thames in central London on Monday, Scotland Yard said. Scotland Yard said the crew of a passing boat reported they had seen
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Arson investigation launched after garage and vehicles suffer 'extensive damage'
An arson investigation has been launched following a workshop fire this weekend. Durham Police have confirmed they received a report of the blaze on Burn Street in Bowburn shortly before 7:30pm on Sunday (February 18). They added a two-storey
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Car passenger, 20, suffers pelvis injuries as police seal off road after crash
A woman was taken to hospital after suffering suspected pelvis injuries after the car she was travelling in crashed with another vehicle on Monday (February 19). Emergency services were called to Junction Road in Stockton at about 10.30pm, following
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Newcastle Falcons agree to deal to sign Gloucester winger Alex Hearle
GLOUCESTER'S Alex Hearle will join Newcastle Falcons in the summer, having agreed a two-year deal at Kingston Park. The 25-year-old can play at wing or centre and will be reunited with consultant director of rugby Steve Diamond, who he worked under
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Tributes after North East man dies in three vehicle horror crash
Tributes have been paid to two men, one of whom was from the North East, who died during a three-vehicle horror crash in Scotland at the weekend. 32-year-old Asad Saghir from Stockton and 23-year-old Cameron Pearson from Aboyne died in the horror
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Strictly Come Dancing legend Robin Windsor dies aged 44
Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor has died aged 44. Robin appeared on the BBC show for four series from 2010 until 2013 and was partnered with Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson, Lisa Riley and Deborah Meaden. The Latin and Ballroom
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What are the different types of mortgages? A simple need to know guide
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments a person will ever make. From making sure it's the perfect home for everyone in the family, it's good value for money and you have the right mortgage that works for you. Picking the
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Rare 50p coin fetches £2,500 at auction - see the Royal Mint's rarest coins
An extremely rare and sought-after 50p coin has been sold for £2,500 on online auction site eBay. After inspiring a mini-bidding war that attracted 33 bids, the gold proof Kew Gardens 50p sold for 5,000 times its monetary value. The Kew Gardens
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Looking back to when The Prince of Wales came to officially name Tornado
The royal train descended upon York Station on Friday, February 20, 2009 to allow then Prince of Wales – now King Charles III – to officially name Tornado. Press were gathered as Tornado – built in Darlington – chugged briefly through the station
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Eddie Howe's midfielder pledge - and hint at future team selections in rest of season
EDDIE HOWE insists Joe White earned his Premier League debut in Newcastle United’s weekend draw with Bournemouth – and is prepared to start using the 21-year-old on a more regular basis in the remaining three months of the season. White made his
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The daring lives of Sillo, Elpsa and Cerissa on the high wire in a Victorian circus
ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY YEARS ago this week, Sillo and Elspa, "the infant aerolites", were thrilling the crowds at Allen’s Excelsior Amphitheatre and Temple of Varieties in Darlington - the week that the circus's equestrian star and proprietor died aged
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Danny Jones shares McFly had to sign an NDA when he was on The Masked Singer
The Masked Singer 2024 winner Danny Jones has revealed that his McFly bandmates had to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) whilst he was appearing on the ITV show The lead guitarist for the band was revealed to be behind the Piranha character
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It's by accident not design - but Sunderland might finally have the right head coach
SERENDIPIDITY is defined as “the occurrence and development of events by chance in a beneficial way”. The appointment of Mike Dodds as Sunderland’s interim head coach until the end of the season has happened more by accident than design, but after
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Person cut out from car and one hospitalised after late night crash
One person has been hospitalised following a late-night crash between two vehicles at a junction which saw one person extracted from a car. Emergency services rushed to Junction Road in Stockton just after 11:30pm last night following reports of
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Sadness as popular Darlington bar announces closure
A Darlington bar has announced it will be closing its doors for the final time in just a few weeks, citing the cost of living and rising prices. Avalon, a late-night bar and music venue on Blackwellgate in Darlington has confirmed it will shut
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IN THE DOCK: 6 drivers that have been fined over £4k in court over the last week
Six North East drivers have been in court this week charged with motoring offences, including insurance issues, not having a licence, and having a brake light out on their car. All of the drivers appeared in Teesside Magistrates' Court over the
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Durham parents hope to raise funds for teaching staff impacted by RAAC scandal
County Durham parents launch a Go Fund Me campaign to raise money to buy St Leonards teaching staff welcome gifts as the they move into the new main teaching site after RAAC impacts. After being told there was reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete
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‘Well considered and sympathetic’ scheme brings 49 new homes to North East town
Forty-nine new homes are in the offing in Ormesby after a decision by councillors to grant detailed planning permission. The scheme by Lovell Homes for land south of Spencerbeck Farm, which lies off Normanby Road, will consist of 30 three-bedroomed
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Darlington chippy listed as one of the 10 best takeaway venues in the UK
A fish and chip shop in Darlington has been named among the top ten best in the UK, as it aims to be the number one venue in all the land. Yarm Road Chippy in the town has landed the impressive feat - as the countdown to the National Fish and
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Met Office weather: Temperatures to remain mild in the North East
It is set to be a mild yet overcast day in Darlington and across the North East today (February 20) as the Met Office predicts temperatures could reach up to 12C. February continues to be mild for many as cold snaps stay at bay and temperatures
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County Durham & Darlington LIVE: Breaking news, traffic and travel
8:40am A19 delays Queueing traffic on A19 Southbound at A1027 (Norton Interchange).
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Average UK home to face £103 council tax rise as councils avoid financial crisis
The average Band D household's council tax is set to face an increase of £103 as councils try to avoid financial distress. Analysis has found that nearly all top-tier councils are looking to raise council tax by the maximum permitted amount.
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The eight worst rated takeaways in Darlington for food hygiene
Food hygiene inspections are regularly carried out throughout the year at all of the cafes, restaurants and takeaways in Darlington. All of the inspections are carried out by officers from the Food Standards Agency. They follow a set criteria
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Middlesbrough boss' assessment of new-look defence and attack ahead of Plymouth game
MICHAEL CARRICK was always confident his players would be able to cope with the switch to a five-man defence at Leicester City at the weekend, and will continue to assess his tactical options on a match-by-match basis for the remainder of the season
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Billingham pub to close for huge six-figure renovation works
The Kings Arms in Billingham is set to close until late March while "significant" renovation work takes place. The work has begun today (February 19) and it is set to re-open around the third week of March. Regular customers can expect a transformed
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Trouble in store on a Valentine's Day I'd rather forget
Every now and then, Facebook throws up memories from long forgotten posts. Today, it's given me a Dad At Large column from February, 2015, and it still makes me wince... TO be perfectly honest, Valentine’s weekend wasn’t my finest piece of planning
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Mackenzie Thorpe artwork raises £11k for charities at Mayor’s ball
TWO charities are celebrating after a stunning artwork by world-famous artist Mackenzie Thorpe sold at auction for £11,000 during a North-East mayor’s fundraising ball. The piece, called All Together, was bought by prominent Teesside businessman
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Biscuit-eating County Durham burglar broke into house believing sister lived there
A burglar who made himself at home in a house he smashed his way into, while drunk, was found eating biscuits in an upstairs bedroom. Scott William Donkin thought he had broken into a family member’s home in Peterlee but was unaware they had moved
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Tax on property income - what you need to know
Property income in the UK can come from various sources, such as residential buy-to-let properties, Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs), and Houses in Multiple Occupations (HMOs). The tax treatment differs based on the property type and how it is let out
