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Two people in hospital after 'coming off' motorbike on County Durham road
Two people have been taken to hospital after 'coming off' a motorbike in County Durham. Emergency services were called to the A19 between the A181 and A1086 at about 1pm, following reports of a collision on the stretch of road. Highways North
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WATCH: UEFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium delayed by pitch invaders
The UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund has been delayed after pitch invaders ran onto the ground less than a minute into the match. Wembley Stadium security officials were left red-faced on Saturday (June 1) evening
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Doctor Who fans compare new episode to popular Netflix series - do you agree?
The latest episode of Doctor Who - Dot and Bubble went to air on BBC One this evening (Saturday, June 1) and fans were quick to draw a comparison to popular Netflix series Black Mirror. The latest episode is the fifth in the new series of Doctor
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Who is Yuriy Yurchuk? The man behind Batman on ITV's Britain's Got Talent
The opera singer who performed in a Batman costume on Britain's Got Talent 2024 has revealed his true identity after being knocked out in Friday (May 31) night's semi-final. British-Ukrainian baritone Yuriy Yurchuk revealed himself as Batman today
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The nine best Darlington schools that all have 'Good' and 'Outstanding' ratings
Ofsted has revealed the nine best Darlington schools that all have 'Outstanding' and 'Good' ratings from the education agency. The nine schools are all considered 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. All nine of the schools were handed their 'Outstanding
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New images show progress of demolition of former M&S building
New images have shown the progress on the demolition of the former Marks and Spencer and Goodwins buildings in Redcar town centre. Work began on the project on May 20 with a temporary road closure imposed on one lane of the Esplanade until May
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County Durham scrap man fined hundreds in court for not having licence
A County Durham scrap man has been hit with a fine after he failed to produce a licence by a neighbourhood warden, a court heard. Anthony Sawley of Quinn Crescent in Wingate was hit with the £600 fine after last year he was unable to produce his
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The five very best pubs in County Durham to visit this weekend
With people looking for the best pub around - it's difficult to try and pinpoint some of the best in County Durham. But after flicking through reviews of pubs in the region, we have pieced together five that rank the best among locals and visitors
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Plusnet customers issued 'take action' warning as mobile service set to close
Plusnet customers are being issued a final "take action" warning as the provider's mobile service gets set to close this month (June 2024). Plusnet, which is part of the BT Group along with EE and Openreach, currently offers mobile and broadband
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Blue star 'gutted' as he pulls out of live shows after being rushed to hospital
Blue's Duncan James has been forced to pull out of several performances with the band after he was rushed to hospital following a surgery that "went a little bit wrong". Popular British boy band Blue - which features James along with Simon Webbe
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First look as new big name gym opens on County Durham retail park
A new County Durham gym has unveiled the look of its new facility after opening its doors earlier this month. PureGym officially opened for its first customers on May 13 at Durham City Retail Park - but has now shown the first images of how it
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NAMED AND SHAMED: 11 County Durham residents heavily fined for littering
Eleven people from County Durham have appeared in court and fined for littering and waste offences. All 11 of the people have appeared at Peterlee Magistrates Court in May, where they were fined and ordered to pay costs. Here are the 11 County
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The best spots in Darlington to buy gifts, according to Northern Echo readers
When it comes to finding the perfect gift in Darlington, locals have differing opinions on which shop takes the crown. From quaint independent boutiques filled with trinkets to popular commercial outlets, there is something for everyone, Reader
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What time is Britain's Got Talent on this weekend? When to watch the 2024 final
The Britain's Got Talent (BGT) live final will air on Sunday (June 2) as the finalists battle it out to be crowned winner of the 2024 series. The 2024 series of BGT began back in April (April 20) on ITV with judges Simon Cowell, Bruno Tonioli,
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Unique County Durham sport that saw huge crowds before last venue closed in 2019
A unique County Durham sport that attracted crowds of thousands, before declining after the final venue in the region closed in 2019, has been remembered. Independent greyhound racing, or ‘flapping’, was a key part of working-class County Durham
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MAPPED: Whooping cough cases around the North East as UK reports surge
Cases of whooping cough have been on the rise around the UK - here's where some of those cases are from in the North East. Characterised by coughing bouts, a sore throat and a runny nose, whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a bacterial
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Popular North East burger joint to launch deliveries later this week
A popular North East burger joint has announced it will be offering deliveries later this week. Smokin’ Joes, located in Guisborough, confirmed they will be taking orders over JustEat and by phone on Saturday (May 31) evening. The restaurant
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Anger as drivers pay £45,000 in charges and fines at new County Durham parking
Drivers have paid out in excess of £45,000 in car parking charges and fines since parking charges came in to force along the County Durham seafront last month. Motorists who paid to park in Seaham in the first month where charges were introduced
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Lines near Darlington to be blocked for 'several hours' due to 'train fault'
A 'train fault' near Darlington is set to cause several hours of rail disruption in the area after other trains are unable to get through. Rail companies have said that a fault with a train at East Cowton, between Darlington and Northallerton,
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Prime Minister brings Tory battle bus to North East for election campaign launch
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak took to Teesside on Saturday (June 1) to officially launch the Conservatives general election campaign. Parked at Redcar Racecourse this morning was the brand new Conservative battle bus emboldened with the slogan ‘clear
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Rishi Sunak’s children may not call him a ‘Swiftie’, he admits on campaign trail
The Prime Minister’s children might not describe him as a Taylor Swift fan, he has admitted. Rishi Sunak suggested his two daughters Krishna and Anoushka did not think he met the threshold needed to be described as a “Swiftie”. Mr Sunak is
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Boris Johnson under fire after claims Trump's verdict was a ‘mob-style hit job’
Ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson has come under fire after describing the guilty verdict for Donald Trump as a “mob-style hit job” and claiming it will make his presidency win “more likely, not less.” Johnson took to the Daily Mail to write his
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Residents flock to Darlington town centre for Emergency Service Day event
Residents gathered in Darlington town centre today (June 1) to take part in activities alongside the North East's emergency services. Emergency services such as Durham Police, North East Ambulance Service, Teesdale Mountain Rescue, and County Durham
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Body believed to be missing pensioner found by police and mountain rescue
A body believed to be a man reported missing early this morning has been found. North Yorkshire Police (NYP) have confirmed they believe they have found the body of missing man, Howard Gibbs, from Askrigg in Wensleydale on Saturday (June 1).
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Lewis Hamilton reveals he nearly drowned in serious surfing incident
Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton has recalled how he nearly drowned after being involved in a serious surfing incident. Hamilton, 39, shared how he was out surfing with American pro surfer Kelly Slater along the Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii, which
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The best and worst ranked Wetherspoons for you to visit across County Durham
The best and worst Wetherspoon pubs in County Durham have been revealed, according to TripAdvisor reviews from those who have visited. Wetherspoons has eight pubs in County Durham - which range from those that have rooms to stay and those standalone
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Council vows to recover £78,000 from gambling addict who blew his mother's money
A council has vowed to recover the £78,000 it was left out of pocket by a gambling addict who blew his mother's money on horse racing. Hartlepool Borough Council staff and a police officer who helped bring to justice a man who sold his mother’s
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These jobs are up for grabs at Beamish Museum - here's how to apply
Beamish Museum welcomes around 800,000 visitors every year - so it is no surprise that it takes a team of over 350 paid staff and 400 volunteers to keep the attraction ticking over. The most popular paid attraction in the North East is searching
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Map reveals which North East beach to avoid this weekend after sewage dumped
A beach in the North East has had a sewage warning issued after the recent stormy weather caused storm overflows to discharge waste into waterways. A map, created by Surfers Against Sewage, shows which beaches across the country should be avoided
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Nick Pope backing and 'surprise' as Newcastle United step up goalkeeper transfer push
SHAY Given has backed Nick Pope to retain his spot as Newcastle's No.1 next season amid United's push to bring in fresh goalkeeper competition. Eddie Howe and Newcastle's recruitment team have identified the goalkeeper department as an area that
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Drive-in cinema to come to Forbidden Corner in North Yorkshire next month
A drive-in cinema will come to Forbidden Corner in North Yorkshire next month - bringing popular movies from the past to audiences. On Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6, the event will come to The Saddle Room and The Forbidden Corner. What-a-Movie
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Baby seriously injured in crash that sees road closed for nearly 12 hours
A baby has been left seriously injured after a crash that closed the road for almost 12 hours on Friday (May 31). Emergency services were called to the B6265, near the village of Fellbeck, between Glasshouses/Risplith at about 3.20pm, following
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Nadine Coyle pays emotional tribute to Sarah Harding before North East show
Girls Aloud singer Nadine Coyle remembered bandmate Sarah Harding before a show in the North East last night (May 31). Before Nadine joined bandmates Cheryl, Nicola Roberts, and Kimberley Walsh on stage at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle for their
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Father of toddler missing for 40 years goes to Downing Street to return medals
An army veteran whose daughter went missing more than 40 years ago has attempted to hand back his military medals at Downing Street in a protest against failings in the police investigation. Richard Lee’s daughter Katrice disappeared near a British
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Driver cut from the vehicle after crash between car and tractor on rural road
A driver had to be cut from the wreckage of a car after a crash between a car and a tractor on Friday (May 31). Emergency services attended the scene at Aldfield, near Ripon, at about 12.45pm, following reports of a two-vehicle crash. Four
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Urgent appeal to find missing teenager who disappeared from North Yorkshire
Police have issued an urgent appeal to find a missing teenager from North Yorkshire. Leyland, 15, was last seen in the Masham area. North Yorkshire Police said he may have travelled out of the area on foot, public transport or by asking for
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Police find body of pensioner in the Yorkshire Dales
*This story has been updated* A spokesperson for NYP said: “In the early hours of this morning, Saturday 1 June, we issued an appeal to find a missing man in his 70s from Askrigg in Wensleydale. “Sadly, earlier today, the body of a man was
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Can speed cameras catch you speeding on the other side of the road?
UK speed cameras are an effective way to reduce the number of vehicle accidents and road deaths each year. The Department for Transport revealed that all speed cameras were to be painted yellow by October 2016. This should make most of them
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Gogglebox stars Sophie and Pete Sandiford are related to comedy legend
Gogglebox stars Sophie and Pete Sandiford have shocked fans after it was recently revealed that they are related to a UK comedy legend. The Blackpool-based sibling duo have appeared on the Channel 4 show since 2017 and have since become fan favourites
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Looking to change career? 8 high paying jobs with no degree requirements
Whether you're a youngster who doesn't want to go to university or an adult who wants to shake up their career, finding a job ideal for you can be tricky. Luckily, there are an abundance of online sites that promote jobs in all sorts of sectors
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Know Taylor Swift’s lyrics ‘All too Well’? Prove it with our Eras Tour quiz
...Ready For It? Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is coming to the UK this month. Swifties descend on music venues up and down the country - fully bejewelled and armed with cowboy boots and friendship bracelets - from June 7. The international megastar
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Pet owners warned driving with a dog in your car could land you £5k fine
Drivers have been warned they could face fines of up to £5,000 if they travel with their dogs in the car and breach the Highway Code. The code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of if they don’t want to be hit in the pocket.
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How to watch the Champions League 2024 final for free in the UK
The 2024 Champions League final will be taking place this weekend and viewers will be able to watch from home even if they don't have a subscription to TNT Sports. Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will be battling out in order to take home the
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I ate everything from Lidl’s bakery for less than £14 - Every item ranked
Lidl is well renowned for being one of the most budget-friendly supermarkets in the UK, but there is one feature that brings in the customers. The supermarket's bakery has in some ways become an icon to the British Highstreet, once upon a time
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'Weren't as popular as we hoped': Walkers Crisps confirms snack axed from range
Walkers Crisps has confirmed it has discontinued Sensations Streetmix from its range of products. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well as their various ranges like
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The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week
A number of postcodes in the North East have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week (May 25 - May 31). Check to see if you (or your neighbours!) have won below. Six streets across the region scooped prizes after their
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Plan for WeBuyAnyCar sales pod in Darlington supermarket car park
THERE are plans to install a WeBuyAnyCar modular pod with parking for up to 10 vehicles at a supermarket in Darlington. The pod will be placed at Morrisons, 97 North Road, Darlington. According to a planning statement, the choice of location
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What we thought of the food at this posh pub in a picture-perfect village
Coxwold is the picture-perfect North Yorkshire village. On the edge of the North York Moors and the Howardian Hills, its honeyed stone houses tumble down the main street interrupted only by the perfectly-proportioned village church and the pub,
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Missed opportunities before dark web abuse ring paedophile killed in prison
A prison housing high-risk prisoners has been criticised by the ombudsman, after a prolific paedophile was murdered by another inmate. Richard Huckle, 33, was convicted of 71 counts of serious sexual assault against children, committed in Malaysia
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Full list of all 10 Britain's Got Talent finalists ahead of the live final
Following a week of live semi-finals, ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) has revealed the 10 finalists all vying to win the show. Hosted by presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, the winner of BGT will get the chance to perform at the Royal
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Boro stars 'not for sale' as van den Berg, Hackney & Latte Lath stance made clear
MIDDLESBROUGH are fiercely determined to keep their star players on Teesside this summer as they plot a Championship promotion push - with clubs interested in the likes of Rav van den Berg, Hayden Hackney and Emmanuel Latte Lath told it would take
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IN THE DOCK: 16 County Durham drivers fined over £10k in court
Sixteen County Durham drivers have been fined in court in May. The drivers, who all appeared at Peterlee Magistrates, were fined for speeding, no insurance, no driving licence, and other motoring offences. 16 County Durham drivers fined over
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Five of the most stunning circular walks for you to try around County Durham
County Durham is considered to be a very picturesque county and you can easily take in its sights through walking trails. If you fancy going on these walks you might prefer for the route to not be too difficult to follow and to end up exactly back
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Mum of two calls for A19 junction closure after witnessing fatalities first hand
A mum of two who lives less than 100 metres from a 'problematic' junction of the A19 has called for a closure of the stretch of road after 'countless' fatalities that have traumatised her and her family. Anna Kitching, who lives beside the northbound
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A wonderful walk through Swaledale, full of character and interest
The bus from Reeth to Keld offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Swaledale, a dale full of character and interest. It is possible to take the Swale Trail along the valley floor but it is much better to head over the northern moors. Keld is at
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Aycliffe Village residents fear for their long term health due to the 'stench'
Residents in a County Durham village have shared some of their awful experiences with the smell from a nearby landfill site that has been plaguing them for more than half a year. People living in Aycliffe Village say they are particularly worried
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What Newcastle United get from hosting England games - and why the decision was made
THE reputational benefit of hosting this weekend’s England double-header is as important as the commercial considerations, according to Newcastle United’s chief commercial officer, Pete Silverstone. The FA selected St James’ Park as the venue for
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Mission for justice
A former soldier who was thrown out of the Army for being gay almost 45 years ago is still fighting for justice whilst rebuilding her life with the support of her twin sister. Jean is one of thousands of LGBT+ veterans who had their military careers
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How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to find out
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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North East 'beauty spot' among Britain's best lakes for a 'perfect' day out
The “largest man-made lake in Europe” which happens to be located here in the North East has been revealed as one of the best to visit for the "perfect" day out. Kielder Water in Northumberland was praised by The Independent for its broad range