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Teen arrested on suspicion of rape following incident at North East park
An investigation has been launched into a report of rape at a North East park. Police are appealing for more information following a report of rape at Summerhill Country Park on Tuesday (May 21). A male, 16, has been arrested on suspicion of
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Fire crews confirm blaze at Darlington waste centre extinguished
A fire at a Darlington tip has been extinguished following extensive efforts by fire crews. County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) have confirmed the blaze at the recycling centre off Whessoe Road in Darlington has been extinguished
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Emergency closure in place after flooding damages seaside town's car park
An emergency closure is in place after flooding caused damage to a North Yorkshire car park. Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council have confirmed they have closed Cat Nab car park in Saltburn following a flood yesterday (May 22). This comes
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Royal Mint reveals rarest and most valuable coins, including 10p, 50p and £2
The Royal Mint has revealed some of the rarest, and as a result most valuable, coins in circulation today. The rare coins to look out for in your change include a coveted Kew Gardens 50p and a selection of special alphabet 10p coins. All of
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Everything you need to know about the toxic plant that can make you blind
Warnings have been issued after sightings of an extremely toxic plant across the UK. Giant Hogweed can cause massive blisters and ulcers if it touches skin and can also cause blindness if it comes into contact with the eyes. This is everything
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Pothole damage: Can I claim for damage on my car insurance?
Potholes are one of the biggest annoyances on the roads for UK drivers, not only are they uncomfortable to drive they can often cause serious damage to your car. Driving over a deep pothole, even at a low speed, can cause damage to a vehicle’s
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Neglect by hospital staff contributed to death of Darlington man, jury finds
Neglect by hospital staff contributed to the death of a detained patient in a Darlington hospital, an inquest jury has concluded. Matthew Gale, 37, died on the train tracks on Mothers’ Day last year. At the time, he was an inpatient at West Park
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Family speak of their devastation after mother-of-four was brutally murdered
The heartbroken family of a mother-of-four brutally murdered by her estranged husband have spoken of their devastation after he was convicted of her murder for the second time. Sally Turner suffered almost 70 knife wounds during a sustained attacked
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The 10 North East battleground seats that could decide the General Election
The Prime Minister called a general election earlier this week. It will be held on Thursday, July 4. But what are the key seats that will decide the fortunes of Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer? The Northern Echo can highlight ten
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North Durham MP will not stand at General Election due to 'ongoing condition'
Labour former minister Kevan Jones has announced he will not stand at the General Election. The North Durham MP said it would be “impossible” for him to fight the campaign as he is undergoing surgery and treatment in early June for “an ongoing
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Take That in Middlesbrough: Weather forecast - Will it rain, and can I take a brolly?
Take That will headline the Riverside Stadium on Friday (May 24) night, and concertgoers will be hoping the sun will ‘shine’ down on Middlesbrough. While stalls around the stadium are sure to be selling ponchos in case of wet weather, fans of the
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Severe delays on A1 due to emergency closures for road repairs
There are severe delays on the A1 near Gateshead due to emergency closures on two lanes. Two lanes have been closed as work continues on the J65 southbound and A1 Western Bypass southbound today (May 23). National Highways announced the closures
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York's Hard Rock cafe site goes on the market for £5.5 million
A distinctive York building that was set to become a Hard Rock Café is on the market. Manchester-based Landwood Group is selling 48 Coney Street, which was previously TK Maxx, for £5.5million. The move follows the failure of property ventures
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WATCH: Sneak preview of what £140m Darlington train station will look like
LNER have revealed a sneak peak video about what Darlington station will look like after £140m of investment. The multi-million pound overhaul will include two new platforms on the eastern side of the station and a new multi-storey car park for
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Police confirm identities of two Darlington pensioners found dead at home
Police have confirmed the identity of two Darlington pensioners who were found dead at their home late last week. The couple have been named today as 86-year-old Brian Swaddle and his wife Olwyn, 84, and were found inside their home on Park Crescent
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Football team of budding Lioness Leah Harrison pays tribute after mudslide tragedy
The football club of 10-year-old Darlington schoolgirl Leah Harrison who tragically died in a mudslide whilst on a school trip yesterday have paid tribute to her. Leah, who was a "budding Lioness" and a pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School, was
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Book of condolence: Leave tributes to Darlington schoolgirl Leah Harrison here
The Northern Echo has opened an online book of condolence after the tragic passing of a Darlington schoolgirl. Leah Harrison, a year six pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School, had recently completed her SATS exams and was on a school trip when
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How to see the Super Flower Moon in the North East - brightest 2024 moon so far
We have been treated to so many amazing stargazing events in the sky above the North East this year already. From meteor showers to the Northern Lights, there’s been a lot taking our breath away. But what is so special about the Super Flower
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What is a mudslide? See what causes them and why they can happen
In the UK, there are different types of flows, such as mud, debris and rock. Two of the most common in the UK are mud flows and debris flows. Mudflows specifically can be found on the south coast of England. They are often associated with
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Historic County Durham football league forced to disband due to a lack of clubs
COUNTY DURHAM no longer has an adult grassroots Saturday football league after the Crook and District League was disbanded at this week’s AGM. Having been formed in 1956, the league has folded after 68 years of existence due to a lack of clubs
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'Freak force of nature' mudslide killed Leah Harrison, 10, of Darlington
A mudslide that killed 10-year-old Darlington schoolgirl Leah Harrison was a "freak force of nature", rescuers have said. Volunteers were facing "very poor" conditions whilst they attempted to rescue Darlington schoolgirl Leah Harrison, who was
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GUILTY: Durham man convicted of murdering his estranged wife in knife attack
A man who stabbed his estranged wife almost 70 times in a jealous rage has been convicted of her murder. Harry Turner used two knives to deliver the fatal blows when they met up in her daughter’s County Durham home. Newcastle Crown Court heard
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Darlington fire still ongoing after firefighters worked through the night
Firefighters battled the fire in Darlington overnight but it is still burning today (May 23). At 5.11am yesterday (Wednesday), County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) received a report of a fire at the Waste Transfer Station
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Leah Harrison on now suspended instructor-led walk with pupils when tragedy struck
A "full investigation" is to be launched following the death of a ten-year-old Darlington schoolgirl by a mudslide at a council-run outdoor adventure centre. Leah Harrison, 10, was a year six pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School in Darlington
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Ready to Shine? Your full guide to Take That at Middlesbrough Riverside Stadium
Take That are bringing their stadium tour to the North East, and the day is almost upon us. Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen will take to the stage in Middlesbrough at the end of this week as part of This Life on Tour. If you’re heading
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Leah Harrison's heartbeaking death and how school trip ended in tragedy explained
News broke this morning that 10-year-old Darlington schoolgirl Leah Harrison tragically lost her life in a mudslide yesterday while on a school trip - here is what we know so far. Here is everything we know so far as the story develops. We
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School in 'state of shock' as Darlington girl, 10, dies in mudslide on 'popular walk'
A Darlington schoolgirl died after a mudslide struck on a "popular walking route" whilst on a school trip, the trust has said. Leah Harrison, 10, a year six pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School, was taking part in a "standard" outdoor adventure
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Middlesbrough goalkeeper clue as transfer decision made after impressive loan
ZACH Hemming will get the chance to become Middlesbrough's second choice goalkeeper next season, according to St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson, who has accepted defeat in his bid to take the 24-year-old back to Scotland. Hemming has enjoyed an outstanding
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Will Still backed for Sunderland - with warning for Black Cats bosses
FORMER Sunderland striker Dwight Yorke has backed Will Still to be the club’s next head coach. The Black Cats’ search for a permanent successor to Mike Dodds remains ongoing, despite the season having ended almost three weeks ago. SUBSCRIBE
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First picture of Darlington schoolgirl mudslide victim Leah Harrison released
The first picture of the 10-year-old Darlington girl who tragically died in a mudslide whilst on a school trip yesterday as been released as her family pay tribute to her. The family of Leah Harrison have said she will "never ever be forgotten"
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UPDATES: Investigation launched after Darlington schoolgirl dies in mudslide
9:54pm Tributes left at school Tributes have been left at Mount Pleasant Primary School where Leah Harrison attended
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Newcastle Falcons complete centre signing from Sale Sharks
NEWCASTLE FALCONS have completed the signing of centre Connor Doherty from Sale Sharks. The 23-year-old has signed a one-year deal at Kingston Park, and is reunited with his former boss Steve Diamond, with Doherty having been in Sale’s academy
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Newcastle United forced to reassess their options as proposed deal falls through
DOUGIE FREEDMAN is set to remain with Crystal Palace rather than take up the opportunity to join Newcastle United as their new sporting director. Freedman held talks with senior Newcastle officials about a potential move to the North-East earlier
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Jury retires at inquest into unexpected death of beloved Darlington son
The jury at an inquest into the unexpected death of a Darlington man has retired to consider their conclusions. Matthew Gale, 37, died on the train tracks in March last year after failing to return to the mental health hospital he was sectioned
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Family tribute to 'beautiful' budding Lioness Leah Harrison killed in tragedy
The devastated family of a "bubbly" year six Darlington schoolgirl have paid tribute to her after she tragically died in a mudslide while on a school trip yesterday. Leah Harrison, 10, a pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School was a "beautiful"
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Woman, 19, in court accused of causing death of teenager with dangerous driving
A woman is due to appear in court in connection with the death of a 17-year-old girl following a fatal collision in Sunderland. Yasmin Martin, 19, of Chantry Close, Sunderland, has been served with a postal requisition to be charged with causing
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Two men charged with attempted murder after County Durham firearms incident
Two men have appeared in court charged with attempted murder after armed police were called to a firearms incident in Willington. Emergency services were called shortly after 9pm on Tuesday (May 21) to reports of a disturbance at an address on
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Tragedy as 10-year-old Darlington schoolgirl dies in mudslide whilst on school trip
A Darlington schoolgirl has tragically died in a mudslide whilst on a school trip, it has been confirmed. The girl has been named as Leah Harrison, who was a "much loved" pupil at Mount Pleasant Primary School in Darlington. Leah, a year six
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Newcastle's friendly plan confirmed ahead of key Garang Kuol & youngster decisions
NEWCASTLE United's internationals have left the squad in Australia, with Eddie Howe planning to give his youngsters an opportunity to shine when the Magpies take on an A-League All Stars side in Melbourne on Friday. Howe named a strong starting
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The footballers who played on a plague pit
THE spring special edition of Memories told stories of public parks and village greens (Mems 672), including the tale of how Hurworth village green may be the site of a plague pit, with anywhere up to 1,500 victims of a 17th Century pandemic buried
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Middlesbrough & Sunderland's rivals rocked by surprise manager developments
BAYERN MUNICH are close to appointing Burnley boss Vincent Kompany as their new manager, according to reports. The German giants have endured frustration in their bid to find a replacement for Thomas Tuchel, after it was announced in February that
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Thirty rescuers tried for hours to save life of person who died in mudslide
Thirty rescuers were at the scene of a mudslide yesterday and tried for hours to save the life of a trapped person who was later tragically confirmed to have passed away. Multiple emergency services including the Yorkshire Ambulance Service, Cleveland
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Millions dealing with smart meter faults as customers face shock £1,000 bills
Millions of UK households are missing out on the benefits of a smart meter because of faults or poor service from suppliers, Citizens Advice has warned. Smart Meters are now installed in more than half of British homes, but people are being let
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Pictures as Bruce Springsteen takes to the stage for rain soaked North East gig
Bruce Springsteen took to the stage for a rain soaked gig in the North East last night for a long-anticipated gig that drew crowds from across the region - take a look at our gallery below. The boss was all smiles at Sunderland's Stadium of Light
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Shoplifter threatened Co-op staff with 'needle' before stealing £44 worth of whisky
A drug addicted shoplifter who threatened to stab a member of staff with a needle has been given two months to prove she has cleaned herself up. Sally Winter lunged towards the shop worker when they tried to stop her stealing two bottles of whisky
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Mum was not told to stay with 'high risk' Darlington man before his death
The mother of a Darlington man who died after his hospital ward failed to notice that he was missing has said she was “absolutely not told” about any conditions to his leave. Matthew Gale was sectioned under the Mental Health Act at West Park Hospital
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Five of Darlington's best-rated AirBnBs to stay in this bank holiday weekend
Darlington has increasingly become a tourist destination with money pouring in with investment to the train station and town centre. Since lockdown the 'staycation' market has been booming, if you have been fancying a break but you don't want the
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County Durham petrol station hailed offers petrol at ELEVEN pence cheaper than rivals
A County Durham petrol station has been hailed after it was revealed that it has undercut supermarket petrol stations by selling it for eleven pence cheaper. G.W.Holmes in Etherley Moor, Bishop Auckland, has consistently been called the 'cheapest
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Take That in Middlesbrough: How to get there, parking restrictions & public transport
Take That will headline Middlesbrough’s Riverside Stadium on Friday, with thousands of fans expected. Now a trio, the 90s boy band who once ‘ruled the world’ will be hoping to give fans the ‘greatest day’ with spectacular concert. But, as is
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Jonny Howson's crucial role amid Middlesbrough's midfield transfer push
MIDDLESBROUGH are in the market for a new central midfielder this summer - but don't be fooled into thinking that could mean Jonny Howson's impact will wane next term. Howson may well have turned 36 this week and, as head coach Michael Carrick
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Plans for 20-pitch County Durham football site in doubt as residents criticised
Residents and a local authority have been criticised for not supporting a new football centre after a planning appeal was dismissed. The Russell Foster Sports Foundation submitted plans to build the new facility with 20 football pitches and an
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Pupils celebrate success in contest to mark 100 years of Darlington Rotary
ARTISTIC pupils are celebrating success in a schools’ colouring competition to mark the centenary of a North East Rotary club. Darlington Rotary launched the competition with the support of sponsors, Darlington Building Society, and the Waterstones
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Sunderland head coach latest after fresh twist & growing interest in candidates
IT'S more than three months since Michael Beale's disastrous short-term Sunderland tenure came to an end but it's still not known who'll replace him in the Stadium of Light dugout. The Black Cats are understood to still be going through the process