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Mother drowned in York river after being reported missing to police
A mother drowned in a river in York after being reported missing to police, an inquest heard. Louise Brown’s body was recovered from the River Ouse near Love Lane on Monday, July 31, 2023. As reported at the time, she was reported missing to
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North Yorkshire road closures: 4 for drivers to avoid over the next fortnight
Drivers in and around North Yorkshire will have five National Highways road closures to watch out for this week. But motorists will be able to take some solace in the fact that most of them of them are only expected to cause slight delays, of less
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Own a piece of the Lake District with huge £975,000 four bed home
Own a piece of the Lake District as a unique four-bed property has hit the market for £975,000. Ferney Cross can be found on Kendal Road in Bowness-On-Windermere, one of the most visited areas in the region. According to the Zoopla listing,
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25 pictures as enthralled crowds flock to Durham for stunning fire and ice festival
Crowds flocked to Durham City to enjoy a stunning Fire and Ice festival at the weekend. The show which dazzled visitors with the added sparkle of Hollywood glamour was hailed a success by organisers. This year's theme was Stars of the Screen
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We tried the pizza and street food at the latest edition to Norton's food scene
A new pizzeria and street food shop launched today and reporter Michael Robinson went down to try out what’s on offer. Crust, located on Ridley Mews in Norton, opened on Saturday (February 25) as part of a non-profit event to support the Great
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Look inside the most expensive house sold in County Durham in the last 3 years
County Durham boasts a plethora of stunning properties, as affirmed by any prospective homeowner familiar with the area's allure. Steeped in rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant communities. Spanning from the rugged coastline of the North
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Catherine Bohart anticipates ‘fantastic’ North East audiences in upcoming tour
Critically acclaimed Irish comedian Catherine Bohart is heading to Newcastle’s, The Stand this May. Ahead of her upcoming show Catherine discussed her new material with reporter Darcie Rawlings. Bohart’s brand-new show, ‘Again, With Feelings
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Sweet success for Linda in Hurworth-on-Tees Pudding Club contest
SUCCESS tasted sweet for health care assistant Linda Norminton after she won today's annual ‘Pudding Club’ competition in her home village. Villagers turned out in force in Hurworth-on-Tees, near Darlington, for the contest aimed at boosting community
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Newcastle United Women celebrate semi-final victory at St James' Park
BECKY LANGLEY celebrated her 100th game in charge of Newcastle Women in style as her side made it to the FA Women’s National League Cup Final with a win over Portsmouth. Goals from Charlotte Potts and Georgia Gibson, either side of a leveller from
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20 cheapest petrol stations in Durham, Darlington and Teesside as fuel prices rise
As half term ends and many people are returning to school and work, those across the North East will be looking for cheap fuel to enjoy an outing or prepare for the week ahead commute. With petrol prices predicted to rise by the RAC, many are on
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Girl guides' North Yorkshire building 'uninhabitable' after damp damage
A fundraiser has been launched to save a girl guides cottage after severe damp damage has left it ‘uninhabitable.’ Girlguiding Cleveland has set up the fundraising page for its Egton House and Cottage, located in North Yorkshire, to help fund the
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All 9 North East businesses recently slapped with a one or zero hygiene rating
Nine businesses in the North East have been smacked with a poor hygiene rating in the first two months of 2024. The Food Hygiene ratings show that a number of businesses have been told in the last few weeks that they need to make improvements.
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Rebecca Ferguson heads to the North East as she announces her final tour
X- Factor finalist Rebecca Ferguson has announced a UK tour for 2024, which follows on from the release of her upcoming fifth and final album ‘Heaven Part II’. The singer, set to visit Tyne Theatre in Newcastle on Saturday, May 25, spoke to reporter
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One person taken to hospital following crash which saw fire service cut car open
One person has been taken to hospital following a crash yesterday afternoon. The North East Ambulance Service have confirmed they attended a collision on Wolviston Road in Billingham shortly after 4pm on Saturday (February 24). They confirmed
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Has Ashley Banjo left Dancing on Ice? Diversity star misses another ITV show
Dancing on Ice viewers may have noticed Diversity star Ashley Banjo is missing from the judges panel on the ITV series tonight (February 25). This is the second week the Britain’s Got Talent winner has been absent. As his temporary replacement
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TK Maxx worker on 'secret' number system which reveals 'treasures' to customers
A former TK Maxx employee has opened up about a 'secret' number system that the fashion giant employs. The code tells customers if what they're looking at is a real bargain or something which was never in reality sold at a higher price. Daniel
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How often should you replace your mattress? See how you can improve its lifespan
There's no better feeling than welcoming a new mattress into your home but sometimes they can be expensive. Some may save up for years to afford the mattress of their dreams, while others hold on to their beloved bedroom comfort for as long as
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Walker rescued after search including helicopter as cries for help heard in woodland
A disorientated walker was rescued after a large search operation, including a police helicopter, was mounted when his cries for help were heard in a North Yorkshire woodland last night (Saturday, February 24). Members of the Cleveland Mountain
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Pensioners urged to check eligibility for extra £299 cost of living payment
Thousands of pensioners have been urged to check if they are eligible for a sizeable cost-of-living payment that ends next month. It comes as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said about 880,000 eligible UK households can secure an extra
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'Lovely' County Durham library vandalised and books thrown across street
An investigation has been launched after a beloved community library was vandalised. Durham Police have confirmed they are investigating damage done to a telephone box community library in Spennymoor between 7pm and 9pm on February 14. They
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McDonald's reveals plans for drive-thru restaurant in Stockton
Plans for a new McDonald's drive-thru restaurant have been revealed by the fast food giant - with Stockton residents invited to contribute during the public consultations. The proposed site of the new Stockton McDonald's restaurant is Yarm Road
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Here are the best 13 independent bookshops to visit in the North East
With remarkable writers and literature coming from and inspired by the North East of England, it's no wonder the region is so full of avid readers. So, if you are on the look out for your next reading haunt for some good conversation with a fellow
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£1.3 billion in unclaimed benefits across North East likely 'considerably higher'
North East combined authority mayoral candidates have reacted to a report which highlighted that more than £1 billion in unclaimed benefits has not been claimed in the region. A report undertaken by Policy in Practice and the North East Child Poverty
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Man seriously hurt in hospital after car crashes into lamppost during police chase
A man is in hospital with serious injuries after a car crashed into a lamppost during a police chase last night (Saturday, February 24). Cleveland Police have confirmed the 24-year-old driver of a silver Renault Clio is in hospital with serious
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Influencer's video of Lake District hike viewed by millions of people
A video taken by a hiking influencer of a Lake District route has been viewed by millions of people on Instagram and TikTok. Video creator Sam Culley shares videos of hikes in different parts of the UK but one he published on February 18 in the
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Steve Watson's striker 'delight' as Darlington boost survival hopes with Buxton win
ANDREW NELSON kept Darlington’s survival hopes alive by coming off the bench to win the game against Buxton. The former Sunderland striker admitted that he was at fault for not taking a couple of chances in the 2-0 defeat at Boston on Tuesday night
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Michael Carrick doesn't have the answers as Boro's miserable home slump continues
WHEN Michael Carrick stood with his arms folded in the technical area as Plymouth Argyle continued to frustrate Middlesbrough in the second half, there were fans sat at the Riverside wondering if he had the answers. On this occasion he didn’t –
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Royal Land Rover from late Queen's Sandringham Estate sells at auction
A royal Land Rover that was part of the Sandringham Estate fleet during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II has been sold at auction. The 2008 Land Rover Defender 90 TDCi 2.4 County Station Wagon went under the hammer at the Silverstone Circuit on
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What time is Dancing on Ice on tonight? See when next ITV episode will air
Another Sunday has arrived, which means another Dancing on Ice episode is just hours away. The six remaining celebrities and their professional skating partners will be hoping to impress judges Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean and Oti Mabuse once
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BBC Death in Paradise’s ‘biggest star’ returns tonight as fans ‘sob with relief’
One of Death in Paradise’s most loved characters is making his return tonight (February 25), weeks after fans claimed he had gone “missing”. Although he is small, he has a mighty effect on the BBC audience, with one viewer saying “the show just
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Arsenal defeat raises big questions for Newcastle - both for this season and future
SINCE beating Manchester United at the start of December, Newcastle United have played 12 league matches. They have won three, drawn two and lost seven, conceding 31 goals in the process, at an average of more than two-and-a-half goals a game. Taken
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LIVE: Man seriously hurt after car crashes into lamppost following police chase - updates
1:25pm What we know so far about the incident Man seriously hurt in hospital after car crashes into lamppost during
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Woman fearing holiday return after being stuck on plane for six hours
A woman is fearing the worst for the return from her holiday after being stuck on a grounded plane for six hours on the way out to Spain. Carol O’Neil, of Allerton was all set for getting away from the wintry weather at the start of this month
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"Aycliffe for action": the thrilling days of stock car racing at the stadium
HUNDREDS if not thousands of motor enthusiasts once flocked to Aycliffe to enjoy the thrills and spills of stock car racing. A stadium at Aycliffe held its first stock car race in 1956, and there were 20 meetings a season, which ran from April
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Mike Dodds' telling reaction won't change what happens next for interim head coach
MIKE Dodds walked into the Stadium of Light press room, fell into his seat and let out a big sigh. Life as a head coach, eh. And it had only been five days. Forty-five minutes earlier, Dodds must have felt like shouting and screaming rather than
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All the new parking charges being introduced across the North East
New car parking charges are being introduced across the North East. Durham County Council and Newcastle City Council have both decided to increase charges in spring. Durham city parking: On and off-street parking measures were approved
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How this colourful carpet of crocuses speak of a special love story in Darlington
Today's Object of the Week is a plaque wich explains why a bed of crocuses appears on the same patch of land every year in Darlington. When spring unfolds in Darlington, an alley of crocuses serves as a poignant reminder of a long-lasting love.
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Luke Williams tells of relief at his big Swansea decision after Sunderland surprise
LUKE Williams admitted his surprise at Sunderland's tactics and said his Swansea side would have been "lost" had they set-up to contain the home side rather than play to their own strengths. In what was Mike Dodds' first game as interim head coach
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Drugs gang warehouseman jailed after heroin was found hidden in his loft
A man who worked as a warehouseman for a drugs gang has been locked up after almost a kilo of heroin was found in his loft. Police also found a fishing tackle bag in James Bohey’s home containing nearly £3,000 in cash when they carried out a raid
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Landmark hotel destroyed by fire a decade ago to be partly demolished
PLANS for the partial demolition of a landmark North Yorkshire hotel, which was destroyed by fire ten years ago this month, have been submitted to North Yorkshire Council. The demolition work refers to what remains of the hotel building – including
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Major deal signed as energy giant's plans on Teesside take a step forward
One of the key elements of bp's huge investment plans on Teesside has taken a vital step forward. bp and BASF, one of the world's leading chemical companies, have signed a licence agreement for the use of BASF's OASE white technology to capture
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Mike Dodds' Sunderland top six verdict & response to 'make or break' question
MIKE Dodds insists he still believes Sunderland can force their way into the Championship's top six, despite the fact the Black Cats are now eight points shy of the play-off places after three successive defeats. Dodds' third stint as interim boss
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Teenager relying on lifts from villagers after his route to school AXED by council
A high-flying A-level student's family are angry that their son has to rely on lifts from people in his village after his school bus route was axed. Lewis McGregor, 16, only moved to England from India in 2022 to join his father, Alistair, in
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4 of the UK’s best country pubs with cosy rooms are here in North Yorkshire
From “culinary sleepovers with soul-reviving views” to “churchside, chime-mellowed slumbers,” four country pubs with cosy rooms in North Yorkshire have been named among the best in the UK. In York and beyond; Myse, The Abbey Inn, The Alice Hawthorn
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The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week
Several postcodes in the North East have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery throughout this week. Check to see if you (or your neighbours!) have won below. Three streets across the region scooped prizes after their postcodes
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Take a look inside this old world charmer perfectly suited to modern families
EAST End Manor may date back to the 16th century in parts and boast a grade II listing for the characterful features from the era it includes, but it is a home perfectly suited to modern families and contemporary lifestyles. That's thanks, in the
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'Britain's loneliest home' taken off market after years of trying to sell it
A run-down cottage dubbed as 'Britain's loneliest home' has been taken off the market after several years of trying to sell the property. Number three Blea Moor Cottage, in Whernside, North Yorkshire, has been dubbed one of Britain’s most remote
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Looking for a countryside break? Why Northumberland is among the UK's best
If you want to make the most of the outdoors in the North East for your next getaway, Northumberland might be just the place. The county has been named one of the top 10 places in the UK for a countryside break by BBC Countryfile magazine.
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Eddie Howe's plea to Newcastle squad ahead of 'biggest game of season' at Blackburn
EDDIE HOWE has told his Newcastle United players to put last night’s thrashing at Arsenal behind them as they turn their attention to their “biggest game of the season” at Blackburn on Tuesday night. The Magpies crashed to a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates
