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Residents unhappy as County Durham road set to undergo 14 weeks of works
Residents have reacted negatively after it was confirmed a busy County Durham road will undergo 14 weeks of resurfacing and refurbishment works. Durham County Council has confirmed the works will be undertaken on North Road in Durham on June 23
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Obesity and depression on the rise as life expectancy gap plagues North East town
An alarming gap in life expectancy continues to plague a North East borough along with more people described as obese or suffering depression. There is a life expectancy gap of almost 20 years in the Stockton area. Stockton town centre has the
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First pictures as fans flood into Middlesbrough stadium to see James Arthur
Fans have been looking forward to James Arthur coming to the Riverside in Middlesbrough all week. Today is the day. We have pictures and video of the fans pouring into the stadium and our reporter on the ground is excited. McFly are playing
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Price of a pint at the James Arthur Middlesbrough gig - it isn't cheap
As James Arthur fans pack out the Riverside in Middlesbrough tonight some have been shocked at the price of a pint. The singing sensation is expected to take the stadium by storm in his homecoming gig. All week tension has been building for
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Popular Darlington lunch spot closes after "really tough few months"
A popular Darlington lunch spot has confirmed it will be closing its doors and thanked customers. Falafel Fella, located on Clark’s Yard in Darlington, has confirmed the eatery will be closing after its last day on Sunday (June 9). Mouheydin
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Proposal for 200 houses turned down after new primary school was cut from the plans
Proposals to build up to 200 homes have been refused after a new primary school was cut from the plans. The development of up to 200 homes with a neighbourhood centre and community centre near Low Lane and Thornaby Road came before Stockton Council
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Darlington kicks off a week of North East events for this year’s Great Big Green Week
Events across the North East are set to celebrate environmental sustainability as part of a national Great Big Green Week taking place over the next seven days. This year’s Great Big Green Week began today (Saturday, June 8), with the Darlington
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We took a walk down this renowned Bishop Auckland street with independent shops
Just over two years ago, The Northern Echo visited Fore Bondgate in Bishop Auckland to speak to independent retailers about their concerns over the redevelopment of the town and how they could impact their businesses. Efforts to rejuvenate the town
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Rishi Sunak apologises to 'disgusted' constituents at Catterick Garrison over D-Day
The Prime Minister has apologised directly to veterans in the North East and residents in his Richmond constituency, who were left "disgusted" when he skipped a major D-Day event earlier this week. On a visit to the walled garden at Auckland Castle
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Food giant invests £150k in solar energy works at North Yorkshire HQ
A food giant based in North Yorkshire has invested £150,000 in solar power at their HQ. HECK! has confirmed they have installed 433 solar panels at their Kirklington HQ – with the panels capable of generating 20 per cent of the factory’s energy
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A-road traffic grinds to a halt after serious crash
Traffic on the A66 has ground to a halt following a serious crash this afternoon (Saturday, June 8), it has been reported. Currently, traffic on the A66 has been stopped by traffic wardens at the Gilling West turnoff, near Richmond, North Yorkshire
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits Bishop Auckland whilst on campaign trail
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak rolled into County Durham this morning (Saturday, June 8) whilst out on the campaign trail. Mr Sunak visited the walled garden at Auckland Castle, Bishop Auckland, to speak with gardeners and volunteers as he tried to
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Meet the people that make this County Durham independent shopping street tick
Independent shops on a County Durham street have banded together in an attempt to boost business. Those who have businesses on Fore Bondgate in Bishop Auckland have showcased the wide range of products they have to sell. Over the last two
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Darlington pet cat dies after being shot in the eye with BB gun
A community has been left outraged after a pet cat was shot to death in Darlington. Rory, aged four, returned to his owners' home on Arundel Drive, Darlington on May 29 with a significant injury to his eye. Vets determined he had been shot
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Growing civil engineering company looking for new recruits after move
AN expanding civil engineering company has moved into new offices and is already looking for new recruits. Waterman Aspen offers secondment support to clients in private and public sectors, supplying skilled engineers and planners to work on some
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First pictures as thousands take part in ‘Dave Day’ to honour late Hairy Bikers star
TV chef Si King has said an estimated 20,000 people are taking part in Dave Day in honour of the late Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers, adding “it’s a celebration of my best friend that we’ve lost”. Myers, who was part of the motorcycle-riding cooking
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How to claim free drink at local Greene King pubs for Euros 2024 - 4 secret words
Thinking about how many pints of beer or cider you’re going to consume at the pub when watching the Euros this summer and worried about your bank account? Well you could save some money and claim one for free (you just need to say these exact magic
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Ryan Giles' Hull City situation explained amid Middlesbrough's transfer interest
HULL City are said to be in talks with Luton Town over making Ryan Giles' loan switch to the MKM Stadium permanent - with Middlesbrough keeping an eye on developments. As reported by the Northern Echo earlier this week, Boro are set to rekindle
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Teesside Airport among six to reintroduce 100ml liquid limit rule from midnight
Limits on the amount of liquid that can be taken through security at two North East airports will be reintroduced tonight. Newcastle and Teesside are amongst six regional airports that have reintroduced 100ml restrictions on liquids for passengers
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This picture was taken in Darlington exactly 140 years ago - what was going on?
TUESDAY marked the 140th anniversary of what the town mayor described as “one of the most important occurrences which has ever happened in Darlington”. It is 140 years since the cornerstone of Darlington library was formally laid, and since this
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Pensioner left with broken arm after taxi crash, driver arrested
A pensioner was left with a broken arm after a three-car collision in Middlesbrough. A taxi driver was arrested at the scene of the incident on Thursday (June 6), after refusing to provide a specimen, causing serious injury by careless driving
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Darlington Eco Fair events across town centre TODAY - here's what to see and where
Darlington town centre will host its Eco Fair today (Saturday, June 8) with plenty of educational activities and shows promising fun for all the family. Below are listed all the events taking place across the between 10am and 3pm - and where you
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Demolition of former County Durham library to get underway
PLANS have been submitted to Durham County Council for the demolition of an eyesore former library to make way for a community garden. Spennymoor Branch Library, in Cheapside, Spennymoor, is due to be demolished later this month. All asbestos
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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 (June 1 to June 7). Check to see if you (or your neighbours!) have won below. Six streets across the region scooped prizes after their
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Properly hearty food: What we thought of lunch at this Dales bike centre
I AM very lucky to have an outdoorsy group of friends and we have many adventures walking, biking, wild swimming and running in the stunning countryside both on our doorstep in this region, and further afield. Wisely, I am not usually trusted with
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'Use us or lose us': Independent shops in Bishop Auckland open up on business
Just over two years ago, The Northern Echo visited Fore Bondgate in Bishop Auckland to speak to independent retailers about their concerns over the redevelopment of the town and how they could impact their businesses. Efforts to rejuvenate the town
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Bright and colourful mural painted in County Durham in bid to revitalise area
A bright and colourful mural has popped up at the site of a former amusement centre in County Durham in a bid to revitalise the area. The creative design is underway at the former C. Cooper Sons Bingo and Amusements on Fore Bondgate, Bishop Auckland
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Drink drivers, shoplifters and violent offenders face justice at Aycliffe court
Here are a few of the people who were sentenced at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ court this week. The ten offenders to have been sentenced include those convicted of drink driving, shoplifting, and assaulting an emergency worker. Shannon Stewart
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‘Breathtaking’ Lake District picnic spot under 2-hour drive from County Durham
The “ultimate destination” for a picnic near Lake Windermere has been revealed among the UK’s most “breathtaking” and it’s just less than a 2-hour drive from County Durham (according to Google of course). The National Trust’s Fell Foot Park was
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Limestone pavements and lovely woodland in this easy-to-navigate walk
Rather than a short stroll to the River Wharfe, this (also short) walk heads out of Upper Grassington. It passes some lovely limestone pavements before descending into the lovely Grass Woods. Do this walk soon whilst the flowers and woodland are at
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Steve Gibson 'doing all he can' as Michael Carrick tackles Middlesbrough challenge
HE'S only been a Championship boss for a season and a half but Michael Carrick believes the league has changed significantly in that time. And while Middlesbrough's head coach knows there'll be stiff competition at the top end of the division next
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Busy North East road closed this weekend and next for resurfacing works
A busy North East road will be closed for resurfacing twice over two weeks. Stockton Borough Council have confirmed The Green in Norton, Stockton, will be closed on Sunday (June 9) and Saturday (June 15). The closure will be in place from the
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Jobs available now after contract win at new Teesside quay
The logistics firm which recently won a major contract at Teesworks has launched its recruitment drive. In total, 65 jobs are being created after logistics specialist ASCO secured a contract to work on Teesworks' South Bank Heavy Lift Quay, where
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Opening of North East's newest luxury hotels moves one step closer
A significant milestone has been reached in the delivery of one of the North East’s newest hotels. GMI Construction Group has marked the first Dakota Hotel in the region by hosting a steel signing ceremony. The erection of the steel marks a
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The 5 best walks to try around Darlington according to The Northern Echo staff
The Northern Echo staff have recommended some of the best walks you can try around Darlington this summer. County Durham is home to some beautiful vistas and if you try these walks you might be surprised at some of the sights not far from Darlington
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The Northern Echo Best Chippy nominee: Mike's Fish Bar
THE Northern Echo has now launched its Best Chippy 2024 competition - and your favourite chippy needs your support! Every day we will be featuring one of our top ten, and today's is Mike's Fish Bar, in 5 Greenwell Road, Newton Aycliffe. Julie
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Time to test your IQ! Take this pub quiz to find out your score
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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The Story – we’re all part of it
Fascinating stories are waiting to be discovered at a new world class cultural venue, which opens its doors to the public this month. Located in the recently-restored grade II listed Mount Oswald on the outskirts of Durham City, The Story will
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Savannah Marshall, Claressa Shields, a rivalry renewed & makings of a mega rematch
FOR Savannah Marshall a new sport, a new challenge - but an old rivalry. The Hartlepudlian will step into a cage for the first time tonight as she ventures into MMA at PFL Europe's Newcastle event but the focus won't be on Mirela Vargas, her Brazilian
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Weekend plans? Visit the North East’s ‘unsung’ area among UK’s underrated corners
Are you bored of visiting the same places in the North East? A city near “sweeping, endless beaches” in the region has been crowned among the underrated corners of the UK for a weekend break. Newcastle featured in one of The Telegraph’s latest