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Women and pensioners drinking more alcohol in North East town, statistics show
Alcohol use in Stockton is still higher than average, with statistics seeming to show more drinking among women and pensioners. The figures sparked debate at Stockton Council’s health and wellbeing board. Mandy MacKinnon, the council’s strategic
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County Durham councillors leave Labour over party candidate days before election
Two councillors in County Durham have left Labour in protest at one of the party’s parliamentary candidates for the region. The selection of Luke Akehurst to stand in North Durham has proved divisive for some members who feel they cannot support
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Plans for new community sports venue with North East football charity are unveiled
Plans have been submitted for the first phase of a state-of-the-art sports development in east Middlesbrough. A community sports facility at the site of the former Southlands Centre on Ormesby Road has been in the pipeline for several years.
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We asked Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer to back our manifesto - here's what they said
Hitachi, RAAC, knife crime. These are just some of the major issues facing the North East that we included in our Northern Echo manifesto - points we want the next Prime Minister to tackle in our region. But, what did they say when we asked them to
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Middlesbrough confirm departure of first-team player - with details of deal revealed
MIDDLESBROUGH winger Sammy Silvera has joined newly-promoted Championship side Portsmouth on a season-long loan. However, with Boro officials still adamant the Australian has a long-term future on Teesside, the deal that has taken Silvera to Fratton
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'Proof will be in the pudding': Stockton West's demands for next Government
The suburbs of Stockton West are miles away from the political world of Westminster. But the importance of the upcoming General Election can be felt across Yarm, Eaglescliffe, Ingleby Barwick, and other small Stockton villages as the race heats
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Greatest jiu-jitsu competitor of all time visiting Darlington club
The man that some consider to be the greatest ever jiu-jitsu competitor is coming to Darlington next month. Jakub Nitsky, 33, is one of Roger Gracie's pupils and he has been running a jiu-jitsu academy in Darlington for more than one year.
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Number plate cameras at historic seaside pub to tackle ongoing parking problem
A well-known Saltburn pub has installed new automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras in its car park in a continued bid to deter non pub-goers from taking up spaces. The Ship, on the seafront at Saltburn, gained planning permission from
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Thief cut tags of £145 Nike trainers before walking out of Sports Direct shop
A man who walked up to the cash desk in a sports shop before cutting the tags off a pair of Nike trainers and stealing them has landed himself in court. Carl Prior stole the £145 trainers when he went to exchange another pair, Teesside Crown Court
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Darlington-based flooring firm launches new showroom at retail park
Darlington-based firm Frank's The Flooring Store is going from strength to strength as it opens a brand new showroom in Guisborough. The family-run business - which opened its first store in Darlington back in 1997 - launched its new location
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'Dirty' North East strip club conditions leave dancers with 'flesh-eroding issues'
The “dirty, unhealthy” conditions in a Newcastle strip club have left some dancers with insect bites and even “quite significant flesh eroding issues”, a union has claimed. Sarah Woolley, general secretary of the Bakers Food and Allied Workers
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Newcastle United confirm another departure as busy period of activity continues
NEWCASTLE UNITED have confirmed the departure of their former sporting director Dan Ashworth. The Magpies have agreed a compensation package with Manchester United that will see Ashworth take up a new position as sporting director at Old Trafford
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North East General Election live tracker: Every result mapped and charted
The Northern Echo's live trackers will bring you every twist and turn as the election results are declared tonight, with Labour on course for a huge majority. Polls have closed with the exit poll predicting a landslide Labour majority with 410
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Middlesbrough set to benefit as Nathan Wood closes in on Southampton transfer
MIDDLESBROUGH are set to benefit this summer as former defender Nathan Wood closes in on a Premier League move to Southampton. Academy graduate Wood left the Riverside for Swansea in the summer of 2022 when Chris Wilder was in charge, but Boro
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Plans for new outdoor takeaway kiosk at seafront food and drink venue
Plans for a new outdoor takeaway kiosk and extra storage at a seafront food and drink venue have been submitted to council development chiefs. Tram Shelter Seaburn opened to the public last year after a major project to sensitively restore and
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Popular summer family festival gears up for return to Darlington
Hullabaloo in the Park, a popular family festival, is set to return to Darlington this month. Taking place from July 26 to 28 in Darlington's South Park, the festival promises a 'spectacular' gathering of performances, music, crafts, and food organised
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'Half the drinks can only be found here' - new café opens in York
A new café has opened in the centre of York. Former Teeside University student Leon Tan opened Le Specialty café in Fossgate on Friday, June 28, at the former site of Cosy Time coffee shop. Despite coming to the North East originally, the Malaysian
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Police appeal for witnesses after County Durham man attacked by 'group of men'
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in Delves Lane, Consett, on the evening of May 27. A man in his early 30s was attacked by approximately four or five men, who hit him in the head, then proceeded to punch and kick him
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King Charles £10 note sells for £17,000 - what you should look for
Brits have been told to keep a close eye on their bank notes after a new King Charles III £10 note sold for £17,000 at auction. The charity auction event, held by Spink & Son on behalf of the Bank of England, featured 262 lots of new £10 notes
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Why we take political advertising in the run up to the General Election
In the run-up to both the local and general elections, you may see advertising from political candidates and political parties who wish to use our news titles to communicate their messages to our local communities. As a multimedia publisher, this
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Here's what is expected to happen in Tory-held ‘red wall’ seats
The last general election proved to be a day of high drama in the North East. There was plenty of attention on our region as Boris Johnson’s Conservatives took victory in a series of Labour-held ‘red wall’ seats. As voters prepare to go to
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Pictures as Croft Circuit, near Darlington, hosts its first ever supercar day
A North East racing circuit held its first ever supercar event showcasing high-performance vehicles. Croft Circuit hosted a Supercar day on Friday (June 28) giving spectators an opportunity to observe the high performance luxury vehicles in action
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Kristjaan Speakman explains Sunderland's Callum Styles transfer decision
SUNDERLAND won't be signing Callum Styles on a permanent transfer from Barnsley this summer. The versatile midfielder joined the Black Cats in the January transfer window, with Sunderland having the option to make the deal permanent, but it's now
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North East education charity wins 12-month reprieve after 'defunding' row
An education charity which claimed more than 70 jobs in the North East were under threat as it faced being “defunded” has been given a 12-month reprieve. The Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) had complained that it faced a financial shortfall
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In-demand ex-Middlesbrough and Sunderland striker makes transfer decision
EX-Middlesbrough and Sunderland striker Charlie Wyke has returned to former club Carlisle United. The Teessider, 31, was a free agent this summer after leaving Wigan and was in-demand in the EFL, with Bradford City one of several clubs to have
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Lidl to launch public consultation over plans to build store on former club site
Lidl is set to launch a public consultation over plans to build a new supermarket at the former Marton Hotel and Country Club site. The budget supermarket chain has contacted local councillors sharing news of its plans to build a store on the Stokesley
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The importance of STEM in an increasingly technical world
In an increasingly technical world, how important is an understanding of STEM from an early age? Fostering an understanding of STEM from an early age teaches highly desired and transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, exploration
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Universal Credit claimants warned payments could be stopped if they gamble
Universal Credit claimants have been warned they could have their Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) payments stopped if they gamble. Gambling winnings could see benefit payments reduced or stopped as they are counted towards your capital,
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Tragedy as person dies after emergency services called to 'casualty on tracks'
A person has died after emergency services were alerted to a "casualty on the tracks" in Norton. Police and ambulance teams were called to the railway line near Station Road after an incident on Sunday at around 9.30am. Several trains were
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Man dies after car crashes into tree on rural North East road
A man has died after a car crashed into a tree on a rural North East road yesterday, police have confirmed. Police have appealed for information after the collision on a road close to Wark Bridleway, in the Wark area, in Northumberland, at 9.15pm
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Beautiful County Durham Abbey partly closed due to risk of falling masonry
A stunning 13th-century County Durham priory is at risk of falling apart with multiple areas fenced off due to a risk of falling masonry. Finchale Abbey in Durham was a Benedictine priory and it has been attracting visitors for centuries. People
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Plans for 48 new homes on farmland withdrawn after facing over 50 objections
Plans for 48 new homes on agricultural land on the outskirts of Hartlepool which faced more than 50 objections have been withdrawn. Proposals were submitted to Hartlepool Borough Council planning department towards the end of 2022 to develop the
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Woman fined after being caught going nearly 100MPH on motorway
A Middlesbrough woman has been fined in court after going nearly 100mph on a motorway. Christina Swalwell, 40, of Pallister Avenue, Middlesbrough had her case heard before West Yorkshire Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, June 20. She was caught
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Teen boy seriously injured in assault by gang 'having school leavers' party'
A teenager has been left seriously injured after a gang attack in Darlington. The 16-year-old boy was assaulted by a group of teenagers during an incident on Thursday, June 18. The group are believed to have been having a school leavers’
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What Michael Carrick told Aidan Morris in 45-minute Middlesbrough transfer call
AIDAN Morris believes he's the "perfect fit" to play for Michael Carrick's Middlesbrough and says he wants to make history at the Riverside. Morris's move from Columbus Crew to Boro was confirmed at the end of last week, with the 22-year-old signing
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'PSR rules are not fit for purpose - but that doesn't excuse Newcastle's ineptitude'
THE unedifying sight of clubs scrambling to sell players or setting up extravagant swap deals just to hit an arbitrary accountancy deadline has exposed the deep-rooted failings within the Premier League’s current Profit and Sustainability regulations
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Pictures as revellers enjoy vintage car showcase at North Yorkshire town
A vintage car show saw vehicles from the 1940s line the streets of a North Yorkshire town. The Northallerton Vintage Extravaganza event was held on Sunday (June 30) showcasing a wide variety of vehicles from the period. Attendees were able
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Flamingo Land owner and former Tory party donor backs Reform candidate
Flamingo Land owner and former Tory Party donor Gordon Gibb has defected to Reform ahead of the General Election. Mr Gibb, CEO of the popular North Yorkshire theme park, has thrown his weight behind the party by backing Mark Robinson, the Reform
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Newcastle United announce shock signing of Premier League veteran
NEWCASTLE UNITED have signed veteran goalkeeper John Ruddy following the end of his contract at Birmingham City. The 37-year-old joins the Magpies as a free agent, and follows Odysseas Vlachodmios through the entrance door, with the Greek international
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Chris Rigg contract update provides Sunderland with huge pre-season boost
SUNDERLAND have been given a huge boost heading into pre-season with rising star Chris Rigg set to sign his first professional contract with the club. The England youth international has been the subject of interest from Premier League clubs and
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Sunderland confirm signings of ex-Chelsea, Liverpool & Southampton youngsters
SUNDERLAND'S academy boss has told of the club's excitement after the capture of three former Chelsea, Liverpool and Southampton youngsters. The Black Cats have this morning confirmed the signings of Ivan Struk, Bayley Hester and Marcus Neill to
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Britain's Got Talent winner set to perform at Fire Station, Sunderland
Jamie Lambert, popular member of band Collabro and Olivier Award-nominated producer, is set to perform a solo show at Sunderland's Fire Station on November 19. The show forms part of a tour promoting his debut solo album, "What I Was Made For"
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Man admits causing death of woman and baby in horror A1(M) crash in County Durham
A man has admitted causing the death of an eight-month-old baby and his auntie in a horror crash on the A1(M). Darryl Anderson, 38, was driving an Audi Q5 on the A1(M) between Durham and Chester-le-Street on Friday May 31 when he crashed into a
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How landmark Stockton building could look after £3m transformation
More than £3m is being spent on a refurbishment of Boaz House, the former home of Barclaycard, at Teesdale Business Park in Stockton. The landmark building has been empty since the credit card giant closed down its Teesside operation at the end
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'No feeling like it': Lewis Hall reacts after Chelsea to Newcastle transfer confirmed
LEWIS Hall says there's "no feeling like pulling on a black and white shirt" after the full-back's permanent switch from Chelsea was finalised. The teenager joined the Magpies last summer on an initial loan that included an obligation to make the
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Darlington salon manager returned to where it all began: Forty7 The Salon
With voting for The Northern Echo’s Best Hairdresser or Barber competition now well and truly open, your favourite salon needs your support! Every day over the next ten days, we will be featuring one of our top ten finalists, chosen by our readers
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Nazariy Rusyn opens up on Sunderland struggles & 'problems' before transfer
NAZARIY Rusyn has opened up on his "difficult" first season at Sunderland, telling of how he was playing catch-up with his fitness when he joined the Black Cats and revealing his struggles in his first four months. Rusyn was a target for Sunderland
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Remembering the day police violence sparked an election riot in Darlington
THE polls suggest that there may be an electoral rout when the British people come to vote on Thursday and two remarkable political posters have been discovered that take us back to when there was an election riot in south Durham. Chris Lines,
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Clear-up operation is ongoing after major fire in wood pellet warehouse at port
A clear-up operation following a major fire in a wood pellet warehouse at a North East port is continuing. Emergency services were called to the Tyne Dock in South Tyneside on Wednesday afternoon after a major blaze at Tyne Grain Company. It
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'Do not eat': Iceland issues warning to customers over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
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Virgin Media O2 urges Brits to donate unwanted smartphones to those in need
Virgin Media O2 and environmental charity Hubbub are encouraging smartphone users to donate their old and unwanted mobile phones to those who need them most. People can donate to Community Calling which is a scheme to get phones to people who need
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'Do not eat': Iceland issues warning to customers over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
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Newcastle United agree third key departure to round off a manic weekend
NEWCASTLE UNITED have rounded off a manic weekend by sanctioning Dan Ashworth’s exit to Manchester United. The two clubs have agreed on a compensation package for the former Magpies sporting director, who is now free to take on a similar role at
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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
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In pictures: Beaming England fans rejoice after team scrape through with Euros win
It was almost all over - but thanks to a late leveller from Jude Bellingham and another from Harry Kane, England scraped their way through to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals. Gareth Southgate's squad live to fight another day in the tournament thanks
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County Durham mum and girls avoided house explosion after 'last minute' decision
A County Durham mum of two has said she and her daughters are lucky to be alive after a last-minute decision meant they were not at home when their neighbour's house was decimated in an explosion this week. Grace Porter, 34, was just hours from
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Former Bishop MP defends Brexit amid claims it 'created small boats crisis'
A former MP who championed Brexit maintains that leaving the EU was the ‘right thing to do’ despite independent analysis showing the UK economy is worse off as a result. Dehenna Davison, the Conservative politician who represented Bishop Auckland
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Top of the Poppins: Aycliffe performers stage supercalifragilisticexpialidocious show
YOUNG performers at a County Durham school wowed audiences with their spirited rendition of Mary Poppins. Children from local primary schools and parents were invited to a run of four performances of the Disney classic at Greenfield Academy, in
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'Cannot continue': Popular North East sweet shop announces closure
A popular North East sweet shop has announced it 'cannot continue' and will be closing its doors this week. JJ’s Sweet Surprise, located in Hillstreet Shopping Centre in Middlesbrough, has said it plans to close on Wednesday (July 3) – but could
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Staff 'shaken' after knife-wielding man snatches cash from County Durham shop
Staff at a County Durham shop have been left "shaken" after a knife-wielding man threatened a worker and snatched cash from the till. Officers were called to the Lifestyle Express store, on Main Street, at around 9.45am on Friday after reports
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North East LIVE: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather
7:36am Knifepoint robbery in Shildon Staff at a County Durham shop have been left "shaken" after a knife-wielding
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July Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?
If you own Premium Bonds or are just curious to see who won the top £1 million prize, look no further. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the 2024 July winners. Only two lucky winners get to claim the top million-pound
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General Election Richmond and Northallerton: Q&A with Labour candidate Tom Wilson
The general election is now just around the corner and voters have just days to decide who they will vote for. We have been speaking to candidates from all the major parties who are campaigning to be the next Richmond and Northallerton MP.
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Darlington Dogs Trust: 5 beautiful dogs looking for a forever home this month
These paw-fect pups in Darlington are searching for their forever homes, full of hope, loyal friendship, and wagging tails. From the dependable Darlington Dog's Trust, the eager canines are waiting for residents to embrace them into a loving and
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'It's been a success': Labour support for Darlington economic HQ is confirmed
A senior Labour politician has confirmed the party will 'build on the successes' of the Treasury's Darlington headquarters if they win power later this week. Darren Jones, Labour's shadow chief secretary to the Treasury, spoke exclusively to The
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General Election Richmond and Northallerton: Q&A with Reform candidate Lee Taylor
The general election is just around the corner and voters have just days to decide who they will vote for on July 4. We have been speaking to candidates from all the major parties who are campaigning to be the next Richmond and Northallerton MP
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Look inside this bargain three-bed house on sale for just £60k
(Image: Rightmove) A three-bedroom home in a North East neighbourhood has hit the market and is on sale for £60k – take a look inside. The terraced property on Thetford Avenue, Middlesbrough has been described as "ideal for a first-time buyer
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Darlington foster carer left 'shaking' after £150,000 postcode lottery win
A Darlington grandma who has been a foster carer for 17 years has been left in shock after she scooped a £150,000 prize on the postcode lottery. Nadene Catterick, 53, was left "shaking" when she found out she won the jackpot alongside four of her
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General Election Richmond and Northallerton: Q&A with Green candidate Kevin Foster
The general election is just around the corner and voters have just days to decide who they will vote for on July 4. We have been speaking to candidates from all the major parties who are campaigning to be the next Richmond and Northallerton MP
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Richmond and Northallerton: Q&A with Lib Dem candidate Daniel Callaghan
The general election is just around the corner and voters have just days to decide who they will vote for on July 4. We have been speaking to candidates from all the major parties who are campaigning to be the next Richmond and Northallerton MP
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Middlesbrough's 16-month transfer pursuit to sign player who 'keeps stepping up'
THOSE who know Aidan Morris have no doubt whatsoever that the midfielder will make a success of his move to Middlesbrough. As Anthony Hudson, a former manager of Morris for the USA national team once put it: "He's a young man that just keeps stepping
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Sunderland unmoved in transfer stance as players return & Regis Le Bris starts work
REGIS Le Bris' Sunderland tenure officially gets underway today, with the new head coach having spent the last week on Wearside settling in before he hits the training pitches with his players for the first time. Le Bris held various meetings with
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Army nurse Karen provides life-changing support
Nurse Karen knows all about the issues veterans and their families face – as she is a veteran herself. After dedicating 40 years to caring for soldiers and their families as an Army nurse, Karen is still looking after the Armed Forces community