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The England player who should start in the last 16 - and two who badly underperformed
How did the players fare in England’s goalless draw with Slovenia in their final group game at the Euros? ENGLAND (4-1-4-1): 6 Pickford: Was barely involved at all, although made an important early save when he claimed a header from Sesko
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England qualify as group winners but produce another insipid display in goalless draw
SOMEHOW, England have managed to qualify for the knockout stages of Euro 2024 as group winners. In every other respect, though, Gareth Southgate’s side have completely underachieved in their three matches so far in Germany. If last week’s draw with
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Frustrated footy fans left with head in hands after 'lacklustre' England clash
Frustrated England fans have been left with their head in their hands after a "lacklustre" performance from the Three Lions against Slovenia. Fans across the North East got into the Euros footy fever on Tuesday evening as the squad made a bid
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Motorcyclist from County Durham dies in crash at petrol station off A1
A biker from County Durham has died after crashing into a petrol pump on a garage forecourt yesterday. The 21-year-old man, who had been riding along the A1 in Lincolnshire, left the main road onto a slip road at Colsterworth, near Grantham, before
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Darlington man sobs in the dock as he's accused of GBH as man left seriously injured
A Darlington man sobbed in the dock as he appeared in court accused of assaulting a man. Ben Doyle, 22, was arrested over the weekend and charged with causing grievously bodily harm with intent, and possession of an offensive weapon. It comes
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Business says County Durham seafront a 'ghost town' as parking charges take toll
A County Durham seafront business owner has been left fearing for her future as she claims the number of customers at her shop has declined by 70% following the introduction of parking charges. Seaham Marina is now a “ghost town” according to Sharon
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Historical County Durham house with 'glorious' views on sale for £1.2m
'The Manor', a six-bedroom house in the scenic village of Bowes in County Durham, has been placed on the market at £1.2m. According to Finest Properties, the detached property stands as a beautiful blend of diverse historical periods with its Elizabethan
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Popular County Durham tearoom to relocate after decades of success
A popular independent cafe, which has served up sweet snacks and tasty brunches to Durham City for years, is set to relocate. Treats Tea Room, which currently resides upstairs at 27-28 Silver St, Durham DH1 3RD, will be moving across the road
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Bid to build egg farm for 12,000 hens near Darlington refused after smell concerns
Plans for a new free-range egg farm for up to 12,000 hens have been rejected. Highcliffe Farm, at Winston near Darlington, had hoped to build a new agricultural building to boost its egg production. The proposal also detailed plans for new
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Candidates who lack the nous to know when a visit to a bookie is appropriate
AFTER a week of clinging to an unsustainable line about how due process had to be followed with regard to the two Conservative candidates caught up in the election betting scandal, Rishi Sunak and the Conservative Party have finally withdrawn their
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What we know after man 'enters river' and huge emergency service response
Officers were called to Tees Barrage last night after reports that a man entered the river. Cleveland Police has confirmed there was a police presence by the River Tees in Stockton as a man, aged in his 30s, is believed to have gone into the water
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Four arrested over 'aggravated trespass' at Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's home
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass after entering the grounds of the Prime Minister's home. North Yorkshire Police officers were called to Rishi Sunak's residence in Kirby Sigston on Tuesday afternoon after four
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Police face backlash over handling of group with 'imitation firearm' on beauty spot
Cleveland Police is facing backlash after “words of advice” were given to a group that were spotted on Roseberry Topping armed with an “imitation” machine gun. Walkers were left stunned on Sunday after stumbling upon the group at the top of the
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Watch the moment a gunman opens fire with Glock towards his ex-girlfriend
A man who fired a handgun towards his girlfriend’s car in the middle of a residential street has today been jailed. Nathan Mackay pulled the trigger of a semi-automatic Glock following a row with his then-partner in January 2020. The bullet
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North East water company launches 'smart sewer' project with AI to reduce spills
Northumbrian Water has started a ground-breaking £20m project which it says is set to "significantly reduce spills from storm overflows" across a swathe of the North East. The project, which is set to be the first of its kind in the UK, will see
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'Epic' light show coming to Chester-le-Street's Riverside Stadium in September
An 'epic' drone light show is set to light up the skies at Chester-le-Street's Seat Unique Riverside Stadium this September. Presented by Celestial, a renowned drone light show creator, in collaboration with local experiences company Yuup and Seat
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Police issue update on County Durham house blast as man fights for life
A man remains fighting for his life in hospital after a house blast in Willington as police continue to investigate the cause. Emergency services rushed to Coronation Terrace in Willington at around 1.30am on Monday after a terraced house was
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Ex-Manchester United man leaves Sunderland for 'fantastic loan opportunity'
SUNDERLAND goalkeeper Nathan Bishop has joined Wycombe on loan for the entirety of the coming season. Bishop joined the Black Cats from Manchester United last summer as cover for Anthony Patterson, but only played twice last season, once in the
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Nine tonnes of bird poo removed from landmark North East bridge
Nine tonnes of bird poo has been removed from the Tyne Bridge in the early stages of its huge restoration. Council bosses say that a huge mass of pigeon muck, equivalent to the weight of three Land Rover Defenders, has been already cleaned out
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Cause of death of baby and auntie killed in A1(M) crash revealed as inquest opened
An eight-month-old baby and his auntie died of serious injuries sustained in a horror crash on the A1(M) last month. Zackary Blades and 30-year-old Karlene Warner were travelling south in a Peugeot 308 on the A1(M) between Chester-le-Street and
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34th annual Middlesbrough Mela looking for stall-holders
Local companies have been invited to take up a stall at the 34th annual Middlesbrough Mela on August 17 and 18. The much-loved multicultural festivity draws spectators from far and wide for a spectacular spread of live acts and entertainment.
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Here's how much it costs to renew a UK passport (plus how to apply for it)
If you're planning to head on holiday for the summer you may well need to plan ahead in case you need to renew your passport. Jetting off for some relaxation won't do you any good if it expires whilst you are away, which could cause you problems
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Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses
Motorists have been warned they could face fines of up to £2500 for driving while wearing sunglasses this summer. With the sun shining and the hotter weather arriving, many of us will be reaching for the shades as we head out every day. However
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Can I be fined for not having car insurance? The penalties for those uninsured
It is illegal to drive a vehicle without car insurance and if caught there are a number of penalties you could face. It's not just the driver that needs to be insured, but the car too. From fines to being disqualified from driving here's the
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Darlington's shoplifting epidemic
I READ the article about shoplifting by Tom Burgess, “Shoplifting ‘epidemic’ on the rise” (Echo, June 20). It is certainly time something happened to these habitual thieves/shoplifters who think it is their right to deprive businesses of their
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Jet2 holiday horror as family left without running water in 40C heat
A family has slammed their “shocking” Jet2 holiday as they claim they were left without access to running water for 24 hours in 40 degree heat and told to “use the swimming pool”. Laura Adediji booked a week-long Jet2 package holiday to Coral Bay
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Durham University announces honorary degrees for six figures
Durham University is set to honour notable figures in human rights, conservation, business, education and the media industry this summer. The prestigious list includes renowned author Hunter Davies, human rights activist Dr Dalee Sambo Dorough,
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39 pictures as crowds enjoy tasty delights at Northallerton Home Grown Festival
Thousands of people descended on the Applegarth in Northallerton on Sunday for the town’s homegrown food festival. The event, which combines local music, food and activities for all the family so huge crowds come out in the warm June sun. Attendees
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North East woman celebrates 104th birthday, saying she's "still able to party"
A North Yorkshire woman has celebrated her 104th birthday, telling people she's "still able to party." Celebrations have been in full swing at Boroughbridge Manor Care Home, York as one resident, Hetty Launchbury, celebrates her 104th birthday
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North East Mexican food spot to re-open this week four months after closure
A Mexican food spot which sadly closed its doors four months ago after it was "all taco'd out" has announced it's going to re-open this week. Mexico 70 on High Street West in Sunderland is set to welcome back hungry customers from June 27 after
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Vintage Euro kits could be hidden treasure for North East football fans
North East football fans have been urged to check their wardrobes as they may be sitting on hundreds of pounds worth of vintage Euro shirts. As England prepares for their final Euro 2024 group-stage match against Slovenia, Betway researched the
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North Yorkshire finance manager who ‘abused her position’ jailed for fraud
A North Yorkshire finance manager who “abused her position” and cost her employer hundreds of thousands of pounds has been jailed for fraud. Louise Chambers worked as a finance manager for a group of Knaresborough-based companies from March 2021
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Finance manager who ‘abused her position’ to defraud her employer is jailed
A North Yorkshire finance manager who “abused her position” and cost her employer hundreds of thousands of pounds has been jailed for fraud. Louise Chambers worked as a finance manager for a group of Knaresborough-based companies from March 2021
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Council chiefs respond to ‘frustrations’ over 'huge impact' of roadworks scheme
Council chiefs have acknowledged “frustrations” which arose from a recent roadworks scheme in Normanby. The recently completed £350,000 project at Normanby Top, described as essential by Redcar and Cleveland Council, involved installing new traffic
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Family's fury as North East murderer's parole hearing is adjourned at the last minute
The family of a murder victim has reacted furiously after a killer’s parole hearing was adjourned at the 11th hour. William Dunlop, known as Billy, was eventually sentenced to life after Ann Ming fought to overturn the archaic 800-year-old 'double
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Demolition of North East university's halls approved ahead of £250m redevelopment
A halls of residence that has housed tens of thousands of North East students will be torn down. Plans to demolish Newcastle University’s Castle Leazes accommodation blocks have been officially approved by Newcastle City Council. The 1960s-built
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Public warned about dangers of 'invasive' giant hogweed
A national trade body has issued a warning about an injurious invasive weed which poses a public health risk during the summer. The Property Care Association has emphasised the dangers of giant hogweed with 'incredibly toxic' sap and urged people
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West Ham beating Newcastle in transfer battle - as Yankuba Minteh talks continue
WEST HAM have moved ahead of Newcastle United in the battle for Max Kilman after holding a fresh round of talks with Wolves officials over the centre-half. Newcastle made a formal approach for Kilman over the weekend, but an initial discussion
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Wes Streeting 'horrified' over Darlington Memorial Hospital trans nurse row
Wes Streeting has said he is ‘horrified’ that a group of nurses in Darlington have been left feeling "threatened and intimidated" after launching a "landmark" employment tribunal case. Yesterday, a group of five nurses from Darlington Memorial
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Three serious data breaches involving council staff reported to information watchdog
Three data breaches at Redcar and Cleveland Council were serious enough to warrant reporting to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), a report has revealed. The data breaches were among a total of 83 logged by the local authority in 2023
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Jay Slater's pal slams vile internet trolls spreading 'horrible lies' amid search
A family friend of Jay Slater has slammed a vile internet troll who set up a bogus Facebook account in her name claiming the teenager had been found dead. Jay, from Oswaldtwistle, was last heard from more than eight days ago, when he disappeared
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As bp's Teesside projects change the region, new report sets out impact across the UK
As its three major projects on Teesside help to shape the future of the region, bp has outlined the impact of its work across the UK in a major new report. Louise Kingham CBE Senior vice president, Europe and head of country, UK said "what the
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Darlington stores caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes ordered to close
Two Darlington stores have been closed down for three months following an operation targeting those suspected of supplying illegal vapes and cigarettes. Darlington Mini Market, 127 Gladstone Street, Darlington and S V Mini Market, 111 Gladstone
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'Beautifully presented historic £800,000 church-side home up for grabs
A three-bedroom detached home in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, is on the market for £799,950. The house is located close to the town centre and overlooks the historic St. John the Baptist Church. (Image: Strutt and Parker) Strutt and
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Bid to open new 'pop-up' swimming pool in County Durham for disabled lessons
A company providing swimming lessons to County Durham children is hoping to expand. Plans to create a new pop-up swimming pool in Consett have been submitted by Swim Excellence. Rachelle Vipond, the applicant, has outlined her ambition to
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County Durham man carried out unprovoked attack as victim left village pub
The reason why a man carried out an 'unprovoked' assault outside a village pub remains a mystery, a court heard. But the aggressor, Mark Dunn, who inflicted the forceful, unexpected blow on a man who had just stepped out of The Black Bull, in Old
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County Durham man arrested in connection with pub attack after death of dad
A County Durham man has been arrested after a dad of two tragically died following an attack in a Chichester pub as his heartbroken family paid tribute to him. The unnamed man, aged 42, was arrested on suspicion of affray in connection with the
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High praise for Middlesbrough's new coach as Newcastle start search for replacement
NEWCASTLE United academy boss Steve Harper has told Middlesbrough they're getting a "great guy and a very good coach" after Graeme Carrick left the Magpies to join the Boro coaching team. Carrick - the younger brother of Boro head coach Michael
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Murder parole LIVE: Killer of North East pizza delivery girl launches freedom bid
5:38pm The family have reacted with fury at the parole hearing being adjourned. Read more here Ann Ming speaking
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Durham County Council raises flag to mark Armed Forces Week
County Durham has marked Armed Forces Week with a flag-raising ceremony at County Hall. Representatives of the armed forces community, including various council members such as Coun. Joan Nicholson, Chair of Durham County Council, and Coun. Robert
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The full story of the British National Road Championships and all the winners
THE AREA put on a show once more as the British National Road Championships returned. The racing got underway last Wednesday with the time trials. The riders tackled an undulating 15km course around Catterick, with riders facing rolling hills
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Darlington nurses speak publicly about legal challenge to trust over trans colleague
Nurses from Darlington Memorial Hospital have spoken publicly for the first time following the launch of a "landmark" legal challenge against health trust chiefs over a trans woman being allowed to use female changing rooms. A group of nurses
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Aidan Morris on his 'special' Middlesbrough phone call and step into the 'unknown'
A "SPECIAL" phone call with childhood idol Michael Carrick left Aidan Morris convinced he couldn't say no to Middlesbrough. The midfielder is set to complete his switch to Boro in the coming days on the back of an emotional farewell to Columbus
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How filling up with petrol in the 1960s fuelled a lifelong love of motoring
I HAVE the fondest of memories taking a trip to the petrol station with my father when he needed to fill up the car, although thinking about it, he never actually filled up, opting instead for a set number of gallons. Around 1960, the local garage
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Police appeal after children thought to be involved in crash disappear from site
Officers are searching for nursery or primary school-aged children after it is thought they were involved in a crash in Hartlepool, but left before police arrived. Police are appealing to the public to help identify any children who have unexplained
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Newcastle United duo suffer major disappointment as things do not go their way
NEWCASTLE UNITED duo Bruno Guimaraes and Miguel Almiron both suffered disappointing starts to their respective campaigns at the Copa America. Guimaraes was in the starting line-up for Brazil’s opening group game in the United States, which was
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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles
Over 100 new ultra speed cameras are being trialled on roads in the UK. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK 's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043 people – the highest figure since records began.
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What should I do if my neighbour's home security alarm keeps going off?
Noise from neighbours is just part and parcel of living in a residential area with most residents quickly becoming accustomed to this. However, there are some grating sounds that pierce through the day-to-day ambience of a street. This is often
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First-time buyers can expect to pay £400 more per month for mortgage than in 2019
Analysis suggests that those wanting to get onto the property ladder can expect to pay around £400 more per month for their mortgage than five years ago. Property website Rightmove has done some calculations which suggest the average first-time
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Family tributes to 'one in a million' Darlington dad-of-two after sudden death
The family of a much-loved Darlington dad-of-two who suddenly passed away earlier this month has paid tribute to the 'caring and loving' man. Loved ones of Sheldon Kelly have described him as the “best dad” and someone who was “always smiling”
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Nineties singer to perform gig at unusual venue in North East next month
Singer songwriter Gabrielle will be headlining a show at a historic North East landmark. She is topping the bill at Live at the Cathedral in Durham on Saturday July 20. From the early ‘90s to the turn of the millennium, Gabrielle was one of
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Lee Clarkson: Bishop Auckland murder trial hears teenager covered in 'claret'
A drug dealer accused of rallying together a group of armed people to confront a burglary suspect has told jurors it was a teenager who carried out the fatal attack. Michael Richardson is the first of five people to give evidence in their trial
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Popular County Durham desserts cafe placed on the market by owners
Langley Park cafe, Sweet Times, known for dishing out fantastical sweet treats, is set to close after being placed on the market for £8,000. The current owners are hanging up their aprons and heading to East Anglia, leaving behind a flourishing
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Road reopens after roof falls off barber shop
A road in Hartlepool has reopened after significant structural damage to a barber shop made it unsafe to pass last night. Stockton Road, in Hartlepool, was shut down by officers from Cleveland Police after reports that the roof of Dubai Barbers
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Two Teesside takeovers show how fast our region is changing
Two Teesside firm have been taken over in deals which reflect changing growth plans across the region. Teesside chemical and gas inspection services company R & A Kay (Rak) has been acquired by risk management experts BES Group in a deal which
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Bishop Auckland college reveals bid to upgrade sports facilities and multi-pitch hub
Plans to replace a college’s “unplayable” sports pitch with a new 3G surface and extended indoor leisure facilities have been outlined. Bishop Auckland College has submitted a proposal to build a new 'multi-pitch hub' on its premises at Woodhouse
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£7million invested to create 1,500-space park and ride facility for development
Thousands of tonnes of earth have been made ready for a 1,500-space park-and-ride facility to serve rising numbers of Teesside workers. Land preparation has now been completed on the 35-acre site near Steel House, Redcar, to secure a transport
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County Durham man admits wounding woman, but fractured cheekbones claim to be checked
Sentence on a man who has admitted a charge of wounding/inflicting grievous bodily harm on a woman has been adjourned to confirm medical evidence as to her injuries. Mark Bellingham previously admitted the wounding charge, without intent, as opposed
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General Election Darlington: Q&A with Green Party candidate Matthew Snedker
The general election is just weeks away - and we've been speaking to all the candidates standing in Darlington. Our second interview in our series is with Matthew Snedker - the Green Party candidate hoping to be your next MP when the nation goes
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New visitor destination in the north now open
Now open, after six years of planning, Raby Castle is ready to welcome visitors to The Rising, a 24 acre site featuring the walled garden along with old and new buildings. It is an ambitious scheme, the largest and most significant for generations
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Does buying from duty free at the airport save you money and how does it work?
If you are planning on jetting off for your next holiday any time soon you will most likely be heading to a duty-free store. Typically just after security and marking the first signs that you've made it through departures, duty-free is a mini
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Sunderland transfer plans, Jobe Bellingham, backroom team & other key questions
SUNDERLAND finally have a head coach in place - now for the other key questions to be answered. The appointment of Regis Le Bris was confirmed over the weekend, bringing to an end a four month-plus search for Michael Beale's replacement. So
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Middlesbrough and Sunderland's spending helps spark a major Championship change
CHAMPIONSHIP spending on wages fell below revenue for the first time since 2016-17 in the 2022-23 campaign, according to data published by Deloitte. Second-tier clubs’ wages-to-revenue ratio fell to 94.5 per cent in 2022-23, down from 108 per cent
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10 ways you can make your travel insurance void without realising
If you’re looking to catch some summer sun, you might be organising everything you need before you jet off on holiday. Key essentials for those travelling abroad are passports and travel insurance but there are some things that can make your insurance
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Contract hint, fitness boost and Dan Barlaser latest as Middlesbrough players return
MIDDLESBROUGH'S players reported back to Rockliffe for the start of pre-season on Monday. The squad underwent a series of tests in the gym and on the pitch as their summer programme and preparations for the coming Championship season got underway