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The England star who lived up to his billing - and one whose place could be at risk
How did the players fare in England’s 1-0 victory over Serbia? ENGLAND (4-2-3-1): 7 Pickford: Didn’t have a lot to do for most of the night, but made a crucial late save from Vlahovic’s long-range effort 8 Walker: Always looked in control
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Big positives in England's win over Serbia at Euros - but questions still unanswered
ENGLAND are up and running with a win, Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka are showing signs of top form and Marc Guehi already looks like being an upgrade on the injured Harry Maguire. That alone means it was a successful night in Gelsenkirchen. Key
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Five-home development planned for village submitted to council
An application for the approval of landscaping and scale of properties for a five-property development near Northallerton has been submitted to North Yorkshire Council. Outline planning permission was granted on 29th October 2021 by Hambleton District
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Bishop Auckland student captures Trooping the Colour in stunning photographs
A young Royal superfan has spoken of his thrill at catching Trooping the Colour at the weekend - and seeing the welcome return of Princess of Wales to public life. Lewis Langstaff-Wood of Witton-le-Wear, near Bishop Auckland, enjoyed a prime position
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Police chief and leading negotiator included in King’s Birthday Honours list
A chief constable and a leading police negotiator from the North East have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Chief Inspector Fraser Wilson has been awarded a King’s Police Medal for his work as a force negotiator. He joined
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Plans for fish and chip shop refused after concerns raised about public health
An appeal has been lodged over a decision to refuse permission for a new fish and chip shop which objectors said would have a “negative impact on public health”. In March Hartlepool Borough Council’s planning committee discussed proposals to convert
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Darlington Dog's Trust: 7 beautiful dogs looking for a forever home this month
Darlington Dog's Trust has a number of charming canines ready to become part of a loving home. The diverse lineup includes Mandy, an energetic Belgian Shepherd Dog puppy, Oreo, an adorable Labrador Retriever, and Clover, a timid Patterdale Terrier
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On the road: 21 pictures of vintage vehicles from North East classic car rally
Vintage vehicles have been put to the test once again with an annual rally around the North East and North Yorkshire. Veteran motorists and their motors took to the region’s rural roads for the 51st Beamish Reliability Run on Sunday. Lovingly
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Killer driver, violent men and a sex offender among the Darlington men in court
These are five of the Darlington men who faced justice in the last two weeks in court. They include a killer driver, violent men, a sex offender and one man who fled police in his boxers. Lewis Heslop A drink driver who left a woman seriously
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Joy at reopening of community leisure centre closed as part of council cost cuts
For the first time in almost a year, the halls of the “life-changing” Gateshead Leisure Centre are filled once again with the sounds of laughter and joy. The popular centre in Saltwell officially reopened to the public on Friday, 11 months on from
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Council was 'disinterested' in green slime slip hazard path, councillor claims
A councillor says considerable cost could have been saved by a local authority acting sooner over a “disgusting” rural footpath on his patch. Councillor Steve Kay said Redcar and Cleveland Council had, up until recently, seemed “completely disinterested
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Teenager charged following alleged hit-and-run incident outside North East club
A teenager has been charged following an alleged hit-and-run incident outside a North East nightclub. Cleveland Police confirmed they had traced a 19-year-old they wanted to speak to about the incident outside a club in Redcar. The 19-year-old
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Sunderland defender Trai Hume quizzed on Premier League transfer interest
SUNDERLAND defender Trai Hume has reiterated his desire to play Premier League football but insists he's happy at the Stadium of Light. It comes after another impressive campaign in the red and white, with his performances attracting attention
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Police confirm tragic death of man in hospital a week after alleged assault
Police have confirmed the tragic death of a man who suffered serious injuries in an alleged assault a week ago. Cleveland Police can now name the man as 39-year-old Anthony Littlewood, from Hartlepool. Police were called to Hart Lane, near
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Chance for North East Vera fans to star in the drama after extras casting call
A casting call has been made for people to feature in the last-ever series of the popular ITV drama Vera. Talent scouts are looking for adults for a parade scene in Northumberland with a particular requirement for people with a "characterful look
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Emergency services on scene dealing with serious incident in Newton Aycliffe
Emergency services are currently dealing with a serious incident in Newton Aycliffe. Police and paramedics were called to Kirkstone Place late on Sunday afternoon. Get more from The Northern Echo and stay informed with subscription. Our offer
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Missing university student is found
A missing university student has been found safe and well. The student at a Newcastle university, who is based in Stockton, was reported missing on Friday (June 14). Cleveland Police have confirmed the 22-year-old has been found and have
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Drink drivers, a drug user and burglars face justice at Newton 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 possession of a knife, drink drivers, a drug user and burglars. Kieran Kenneally
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6 Best luxury hotels in the North East according to TripAdvisor
If you're looking for a getaway in the UK this summer, the often-overlooked North East should be at the top of your list. With the stunning landscapes of Northumberland, history and heritage in Durham, stunning coastlines, and great nights out
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School cook wins top accolade at prestigious local chef of the year awards
A school chef working at a County Durham and Tyne & Wear education trust has won a top accolade at the School Chef of the Year awards. Richard Hardy, a Chef Manager at Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust (BWCET) has won the North East and
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Gareth Southgate identifies squad 'bonus' that will help England in Euro 2024 quest
GARETH Southgate believes the “innocence” of youth can help England in their quest to become Euro 2024 champions. Three years on from losing the Wembley final to Italy on penalties, they are looking to go one better and open this campaign against
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Delano Burgzorg's instant Middlesbrough impression & two key meetings before transfer
DELANO Burgzorg had two key meetings and reached out to speak to Middlesbrough defender Anfernee Dijksteel before his move to Teesside - but needed little convincing after Boro left a lasting impression on the forward last term. Burgzorg was on
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How this County Durham village has inspired art over the years
STAINDROP’S heavily treelined green, long and broad, is pretty enough for an artist to use as the subject for a painting, and it has featured in the work of local people who are combining art, walking and history. The results of their work are
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Kate Middleton has first public outing since cancer diagnosis at Trooping the Colour
Kate Middleton has made her first public appearance since she was diagnosed with cancer as part of the Trooping the Colour parade. The Princess of Wales and her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, were cheered on
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What food and drink items are banned from Vue, Odeon and Cineworld cinemas?
With Oscar season now in full swing the urge to go to the cinema and check out a new release has never been bigger. Whether it be a rom-com, a widely acclaimed drama, or whichever latest superhero is making its big-screen debut, there is plenty
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Gordon Ramsay shares he's 'lucky to be alive' after bike accident in the US
Warning: This article contains an Instagram post which briefly shows a heavily bruised torso in a video segment Gordon Ramsay has shared that he's 'lucky to be alive' after being involved in a bike accident in the United States. The 57-year-old
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Middlesbrough charity run to commemorate late broadcaster on Father's Day
On Father's Day, hundreds of local families will participate in the 2024 Ali Brownlee 5k and 2k at Riverside Stadium. The events, taking place on Sunday, June 16, offer a touching opportunity for people to run alongside their Dad, in honour of
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What is this North East house's unlikely connection to the birth of football?
Today's Object of the Week is a plaque on a North East house which was the birthplace of one of the most important figures in the history of football. Walking down Norfolk Street in Sunderland, it would be easy to overlook its connection to football
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Take a look inside this traditional farmhouse with 'bags of potential' at £1.9m
NOW here’s a puzzle for you to solve. How is it that Swarthghyll Farm – which sits in a private valley approximately half way between Hawes and Settle and around one-and-a-half miles from the nearest hamlet of Oughtershaw – is so remote yet close enough
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The 11 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 7 to June 14). Check to see if you (or your neighbours!) have won below. Five streets across the region scooped prizes after their
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All the retailers confirmed for County Durham retail park as latest store opens
Big-name brands are among those signed up for the new retail park in Bishop Auckland. The Range opened its doors at the new Fieldon Park shopping park site on Friday (June 14), and a host of other names are either preparing to open or have opened
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Woman angered by change in bus schedule that sees her having to get taxis
A woman has said that she sometimes has to fall back on travelling to work by taxi after the bus service she normally relies on became more infrequent. Ann-Marie Hardie, who lives in Colburn, claims that she has to sometimes rely on taxi journeys
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Ghost hunter finds 'paranormal activity' when revisiting footage from 'haunted' pub
A former ghost hunter has uncovered 'paranormal activity' at a village pub after revisiting some archive footage he captured in 2008. Wade Radford was just 17 years old when he initially visited the Busby Stoop on the outskirts of Thirsk, North
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The five best beaches to visit within a 20 mile drive of County Durham
With the weather getting better - people will start flocking to the beaches across County Durham. We have pieced together the five best beaches in the region, or within a 20-mile drive of County Durham. The five best beaches to visit in and
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Euro 2024: The price of a pint now compared to 2000 as tournament begins
North East football fans will pay more than double for the price of a pint during Euro 2024 compared to the 2000 tournament The Northern Echo can reveal. Data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed that the price of a pint of lager
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'Breathtaking' £1 million County Durham mansion from 19th century on the market
A six-bedroom County Durham mansion, dating back to the early 19th century, is on the market for £1.25m. The renovated mansion in Chester Le Street is set in private grounds. Good Life Homes said the mansion, believed to date back to the 1820s
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Five Darlington residents named, shamed and fined over £4k in court this week
Five Darlington residents have been fined in court this week for driving offences. All five appeared at both Peterlee Magistrates Court and Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court. Five Darlington residents fined in court this week: Adrian
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Huge plot of land next to Newton Aycliffe quarry with 'awful smell' up for sale
A huge plot of land next to Newton Aycliffe quarry has come onto the market for £3,000,000. There are 37 acres up for sale in total, all of which were used in the former mineral extraction and landfill site at Aycliffe Quarry. There is existing
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North East dog-friendly beach with 'mighty swathe' of soft sand among UK's best
A beach in the North East known for its “mighty swathe” of soft sand has been revealed among the best in the UK that are dog-friendly. Bamburgh Beach near Alnwick in Northumberland featured in one of The Guardian’s latest travel guides by author
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Ex-Liverpool striker tracks Sunderland situation & potential Middlesbrough cash boost
The latest in Sunderland's head coach search features in this week's North East Notes, as well as the future of a former striker target for the Black Cats. There's also Newcastle's pursuit of Michael Olise and what that tells us about what to potentially