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Darlington ease their relegation fears with crucial victory at Warrington Town
DARLINGTON have climbed to sixth from bottom in the National League North table following a crucial 3-1 away win at Warrington. The result means that Quakers have moved above Farsley Celtic, who lost at Spennymoor, but Rushall Olympic kept the
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North East national park is the best according to visitor satisfaction scores
Northumberland has the country’s best national park according to visitor satisfaction scores – so why doesn’t it have more tourists? The park scored 90% in a Which? survey of customers, beating out competition from the Pembrokeshire Coast (88%)
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Furious Mike Dodds hammers his Sunderland players after 'pathetic' Blackburn defeat
MIKE Dodds hammered his Sunderland players in a furious rant after what he described as a "pathetic and completely unacceptable" performance in the humiliating 5-1 hammering at home to Blackburn. Seething Dodds said he wished he was able to substitute
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'Safe conclusion' to incident after six hour long multiagency response
A bridge that was closed for much of yesterday afternoon has now reopened, after an incident was brought to a 'safe conclusion'. Officers from Cleveland Police, Redcar RNLI and Cleveland Fire Brigade were called out to Newport Bridge, Middlesbrough
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Council approves over £320,000 of funding to community organisations
Gateshead Council’s cabinet has approved the distribution of over £320,000 to community organisations as part of the Community Chest Programme. The cabinet signed off the distribution of the cash between 24 community groups in Gateshead. The Community
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Durham siblings unexpectedly inherit 18th century farmhouse from relative
Two siblings from Durham were astonished to find that they inherited an 18th-century farmhouse in the Welsh countryside. Featured on last night's Key to a Fortune (on Channel 4 on Sunday, 5.20pm) Pam and Lawrence from Durham are taken aback when
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Michael Carrick on 'grasping the opportunity' - as Boro close in on play-off places
MICHAEL CARRICK claims his Middlesbrough side are peaking at the ideal time, with this afternoon's 2-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday having taken them to within six points of the Championship's top six. The Teessiders’ season looked to effectively
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3s and 4s in the Sunderland ratings after shambolic Blackburn hammering
Mike Dodds described Sunderland as "pathetic" after their 5-1 hammering at home to Blackburn. Here's how the players rated: Sunderland (4-2-3-1): 5 Patterson: Let down by shambolic defence in front. 4 Hume: First two goals came down Sunderland
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The Boro player who 'ran the game' - and the one who had 'all the time in the world'
How did the players fare in Middlesbrough's 2-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday? MIDDLESBROUGH (4-2-3-1): 7 Dieng: Didn’t have a lot to do, but made an excellent second-half save from Ugbo’s low shot 7 Ayling: Got forward effectively down
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Sunderland supporters make their feelings known during & after Blackburn humiliation
EVEN Jack Clarke couldn’t get Sunderland out of this mess. The winger has bailed out the Black Cats on countless occasions this season but by the time he was introduced from the bench against Blackburn for his return after a six-week lay-off, the
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Middlesbrough close to within six points of play-off places with Sheff Wed victory
THEY couldn’t, could they? Six games unbeaten and now just six points off the top six with six games remaining, Middlesbrough have successfully breathed new life into their previously faltering play-off hopes. Yes, it is still going to take a sensational
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Darlington woman and Redcar man arrested for attempted murder after stabbing
A woman from Darlington and a man from Redcar have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man suffered multiple stab wounds. The alleged attack took place in the early hours of Sunday morning in Grangetown and the victim remains
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County Durham football club forgives coach who took money from the coffers
A grassroots football club in County Durham has forgiven a former coach who was convicted of taking money from the coffers. Dean Cummings, 38, took funds from Evenwood Town Football Club, near Bishop Auckland, in October while he was in a trusted
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Meet the girls who are spending their Easter holidays cantering to fight cancer
A group of girls who work at the same stables are cantering for 100km to raise money for charity. The friends, who ride from Snows Green Farm, near Shotley Bridge, Consett, are supporting the Bone Cancer Research Trust. Get more from The Northern
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'It is what it is' - How Horizon scandal cost a Ferryhill postmaster over £1m
As a postmaster, Dave Farry made a comfortable living in his hometown of Ferryhill and was a key part of a close-knit community. He had his regular customers, kept meticulous books and built his business up to offer more services such as holidays
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One change for Middlesbrough against Sheff Wed - with key attacking player passed fit
ISAIAH JONES has been passed fit to feature in Middlesbrough's starting line-up for this afternoon's Championship home game with Sheffield Wednesday. Jones hobbled off in the latter stages of Friday's draw at Southampton, and was regarded as a
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Huge Jack Clarke boost for Sunderland as Mike Dodds makes two changes for Blackburn
JACK Clarke is back on the bench for Sunderland, in what is a huge fitness boost for Mike Dodds. It's Clarke's first involvement since he suffered an ankle injury in the defeat at Birmingham in mid-February. The winger isn't deemed ready to
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FULL-TIME: Middlesbrough 2 Sheffield Wednesday 0 - Recap and highlights
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Sunderland 1-5 Blackburn highlights: Nightmare afternoon for dreadful Black Cats
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The Who's Roger Daltrey says ‘I’m on my way out’ after 80th birthday
Rock legend and frontman of The Who, Roger Daltrey has opened up about his health and age, sharing “I’m on my way out”. The Baba O’Riley performer opened up about his age and future after he chose to step down as the curator of the annual charity
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'They daubed AIDS on our front door' - Harrowing treatment of infected blood victim
It is hard to imagine the anguish and heartache of being told, as a young man, that your beloved Dad has around a year to live and that the irreversible death sentence was avoidable, a mistake made by medics. Harder still to imagine, how, instead
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Plans go in for American fast food chain to move into building once home to KFC
A US food brand has submitted plans to open a North East restaurant on the site that once housed KFC. American burger and fries brand Wendy's has set its sights on opening a North East store on Grainger Street in Newcastle - moving its operations
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Scuba instructor hailed a hero after rescuing 16 stricken divers in strong winds
A scuba instructor from North Yorkshire has been hailed a hero after he helped rescue 16 divers from high seas in strong winds. Marcus Kitching Howe, 31, who is from the Swainby area, now lives in Malta where he owns a dive school, ABC Diving.
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Police put dispersal order in place as antisocial behaviour ramps up
An area of Middlesbrough is under a dispersal order this Bank Holiday Monday after antisocial behaviour has ramped up. The order has been put in place this evening in the Netherfields area, in Park End, Middlesbough, following reports of increased
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Alison Hammond falls victim to 'hilarious' but 'cruel' April Fools' prank
This Morning presenter Alison Hammond was pranked on the ITV show today (April 1) as co-host Dermot O’Leary and the team pulled an April Fools’ prank on her. An actress named Vanessa was brought into the studio with what Alison was led to believe
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A19 crash LIVE: Bad traffic on busy road and lanes closed after incident
12:57pm Recap A crash on the A19 in North Yorkshire closed one southbound lane of the road this morning (Monday,
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Newcastle boss makes decisive call on Alexander Isak amid growing Arsenal interest
EDDIE HOWE insists Newcastle United have no intention of selling star striker Alexander Isak this summer despite Arsenal heading a growing list of clubs that are queuing up to register an interest in the Swede. Isak has been one of the unquestionable
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Good Morning Britain studio shocked after ‘breaking’ Marilyn Monroe’s necklace
ITV’s Good Morning Britain (GMB) studio was left in shock this morning, April 1, after presenters witnessed a pearl necklace believed to be owned by Marilyn Monroe break. In the entertainment section hosted by Celebrity Big Brother star, Zeze Millz
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Eddie Howe hits back at Kieran Trippier suggestion as Newcastle's injury issues bite
EDDIE HOWE insists Kieran Trippier remains completely committed to Newcastle United, but concedes the full-back might be unable to feature in tomorrow night’s home game with Everton. Trippier has been sidelined since suffering a calf injury in
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Aldi insider reveals secrets you need to know to get the best Specialbuys deals
An Aldi insider going by the name of Dylan Reviews on TikTok has revealed the secret top tips savvy shoppers need to be aware of to score the best Specialbuys deals. The store employee, who has over 212K followers on the popular social media platform
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Take a tour through time of Darlington's parks, Part 3
OVER the weekend, we've been in springlike mood, taking a tour through time in Darlington's amazing array of public parks, which give the town is green feel. READ FIRST: A TOUR THROUGH TIME IN DARLINGTON'S PARKS, PART 1 AND THEN: PART 2
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Full list of all 48 NatWest and RBS bank branches to close this year
Popular high street bank NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) have confirmed that 48 branches will be closing their doors in 2024. It comes as the banks shared that a total of 79 bank branches from the NatWest Group would be closing for good
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Redcar's first race meeting of 2024 abandoned due to heavy rain this morning
REDCAR'S opening fixture of 2024 has had to be abandoned due to heavy rain at the course this morning. Following an 8am inspection, course officials release a statement, saying: "Unfortunately, today's Easter Monday race meeting has been abandoned
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North East weather: Met Office hour-by-hour forecast for Bank Holiday Monday
The weather is set to be wet today on Easter Monday, with the North East expected to be hit with rain and cloud. After a bright and sunny Easter weekend, Darlington residents can expect scattered blustery showers and cloud breaks on Monday (April
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Hopes for a new Ray Lonsdale steel sculpture in County Durham town
An ex-steelworker and Consett charity are setting up a crowdfunding campaign with hopes of commissioning a new Ray Lonsdale sculpture. Ex-steelworker John Fox and charity, Building Self-Belief have begun their campaign to raise enough money to
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Family enjoys 'luxurious warmth' after green upgrades to North Yorkshire home
A man who said he had to “ration” his heating in order to keep his family warm has spoken of his relief at having renewable energy technologies fitted in his housing association home. The rising cost of energy had become a real concern for Tony
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Former postmaster ruined by Horizon lost dad to HIV in infected blood scandal
A former postmaster whose dad died with HIV believes he is the only person in the country to be deeply affected by two of the most shocking UK Government scandals in history. Dave Farry, who was sacked because Post Office bosses mistakenly thought
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10 questions for Green Party's North East mayoral candidate ahead of elections
2024 marks a historic year for the North East, with the upcoming election of a new regional mayor who will play a key role in shaping our region’s future. That figurehead will lead a new combined authority that stretches across Northumberland,
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The former Middlesbrough mayor who has chosen a new home and perhaps a new direction
As a successful businessman, founder of both CEO Sleepout and Middlesbrough & Teesside Philanthropic Foundation – and the front cover of the very first BUSINESSiQ magazine – Andy Preston has a lot to look back on. He spoke to Mike Hughes about his
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Irishman said he was paid £300 to tow caravan stolen in County Durham to London
A man claimed he was offered £300 to tow a stolen caravan from the North East to London, a court heard. Police pulled over a Toyota RAV4 vehicle, which was towing a caravan southbound on the A1 in North Yorkshire, on December 2, 2023. Durham
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Barn conversion in the Yorkshire Dales is a spacious family home with a difference
BUYERS looking for a spacious family home that offers something a little different in a stunning setting will find The Moongate has much to delight. A partial barn conversion in the popular Yorkshire Dales National Park village of West Witton,
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Carrick's bullish 'no chance' response to Boro question ahead of Sheffield Wednesday
EVEN if Middlesbrough fall short, as looks likely, in their bid to make the Championship's top six this season, Michael Carrick believes his players will have benefited enormously from the obstacles they've faced in a "challenging" year. Boro host
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Mike Dodds explains controversial selection approach as Sunderland host Blackburn
SUNDERLAND will go in search of back-to-back wins for the first time in 2024 when they face Blackburn Rovers at the Stadium of Light this afternoon, but interim head coach Mike Dodds has again reiterated the need for caution regarding the return of
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10 questions for Reform UK's North East mayoral candidate ahead of elections
2024 marks a historic year for the North East, with the upcoming election of a new regional mayor who will play a key role in shaping our region’s future. That figurehead will lead a new combined authority that stretches across Northumberland,
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Matthew Potts' Test targets, England playing plans & top-flight title hopes at Durham
MATTHEW POTTS is hoping his early-season performances with Durham will enable him to force his way back into the England Test side. Potts has made six Test appearances and also appeared in four ODIs, but he was left out of the squad for the winter
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Have your say on 2nd May and vote for a Tees Valley Mayor
There are only a few weeks to go before the Election of a Tees Valley Mayor on 2nd May. Combined Authorities across the UK are led by an elected Mayor – and Tees Valley Combined Authority is no different. On 4 May 2017 and 6 May 2021 residents
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DWP Universal Credit payments increase this week - what you will get
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will see an increase in their payments from the Department for Work and Pensions. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that DWP Universal Credit payments would be rising in the new financial year during 2023’s
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Pensioners receive £900 increase - everything you need to know
Pensioners will see their state pension increase by up to £900 from this month, as an announcement made at last year’s autumn statement comes into effect. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed that the triple lock on pensions would be honoured, with