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First pictures from the scene as former pub goes up in flames
Firefighters are battling a large fire at a former pub in Consett this evening. The A692 has been closed around the old Castleside Inn and Golden Chippy building. Pictures from the scene show smoke billowing from the roof and a lot of emergency
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Train discounts, cinema tickets and insurance - the best freebies for over 50's
Although not yet at the state pension age, some of you might not be aware that 50+ year-olds can claim some freebies too. As the cost of living crisis rages on, you must take advantage of every possible free source of income on offer to you.
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Main A-Road in County Durham closed while fire service deal with incident
A main county Durham A-Road has been closed due to an ongoing incident being managed by the fire service. The road closed off is between Dunelm Road and Holly Gardens. The incident is being managed by County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue
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Farmers' market confirmed to come to County Durham town - here's when
A farmers’ market is set to come to a County Durham town in the coming months a councillor has confirmed. Councillor Kathryn Rooney, 53, from Consett, has confirmed the market will be coming to Consett around September 7 – though the date may be
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The best dog-friendly pubs in the North East according to readers
Readers of The Northern Echo have been having their say on the best pubs to take your four-legged friends along to. Their favourite dog-friendly establishments in the North East can be found here: Among the most recommended was "The Old Well
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England's standout attacker - and two players who should now start in the semi-final
How did the players fare in England's Euros quarter-final win over Switzerland? ENGLAND (3-4-2-1): 7 Pickford: Was almost embarrassed by Shaqiri’s corner, but made a crucial spot-kick save from Akanji 6 Walker: Couldn’t prevent Embolo
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Penalty shootout joy for England as they reach semi-finals of Euros
ENGLAND were celebrating spot-kick success as a perfect penalty shootout sent them into the semi-finals of Euro 2024. Having drawn 1-1 with Switzerland in Dusseldorf, all five of England’s penalty takers were successful as they claimed a 5-3 victory
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Slippery roads criticised after teen dies in County Durham crash before Christmas
Slippery roads and poor conditions have been criticised concerning the death of a much-loved teen, who was travelling on County Durham road just before Christmas. Sonny Farrier, 18, from Walker in Newcastle, died in early December last year, when
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End of an era as nightclub to open only for 'special events' as cocktail bar expands
A popular Yarm nightclub is now only set to open for special events as it focuses work on expanding its newly-launched cocktail bar. The Keys, on Yarm High Street, has been a night out staple in the town for years with its “state-of-the-art” club
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Front window of a popular second hand bookshop in Darlington vandalised
The front window of a popular second hand bookshop in Darlington has been vandalised. It was damaged during a weekend in late June, resulting in a crack in one of the large panes of glass. The damaged glass has been boarded over as a safety
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North East racer secures lucrative sponsorship for 2024 championship
A Teesside motorsports star has landed a five-figure sponsorship from a top motoring company as she prepares for her next racing series. Lauren Tayla, 30, from Stockton, works as a technician and service advisor at Halfords and will take on male
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The Road Back: Behind the scenes of County Durham football team's fight for promotion
A new documentary featuring a County Durham team as they prepare for a new season hoping for a reversal of fortunes is now available to watch online for free. The Road Back follows County Durham football team Willington AFC and their brand new
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LISTED: All the North East bank branches closing this year as 14 earmarked to shut
Banks across the region are continuing to close at a rapid rate with more branches set to pull down the shutters in the coming months. More than 30 branches across the North East and North Yorkshire have shut down in the last 18 months leaving
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'Impressive' six-bedroom property hits the market at £1,195,000
A six-bedroom detached house in North Yorkshire is on sale for £1,195,000. The property, located at Manor Court, Farnham, near Knaresborough, is described by Carter Jonas estate agents as both 'substantial' and 'impressive'. Boasting over 4,000
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New restaurant opens to 'overwhelming' response from public
The owner of a new restaurant has praised the "overwhelming" response from the public in the first weeks of business. Just three weeks following its grand opening in Northallerton on June 14, "The Koop," founded by brothers Stephen and David Carr
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Woman dies tragically in Darlington incident, police confirm, as two are arrested
A woman has died following an incident in Darlington overnight, police have confirmed. Durham Police said two people had been arrested following the death of the woman at a property in Geneva Road, Darlington, last night (Friday, July 5).
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Residents speak of their shock after a woman dies in Darlington property
Residents on Geneva Road in Darlington have been reacting with shock at the number of police on their street last night and this morning. Durham Police have stated that two people have been arrested following the death of the woman at a property
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PICTURES: Emotions run high as England fans in Darlington react to Euro quarter final
As England took on Switzerland in the Euro 2024 quarter final in Germany, Tom Burgess joined fans watching on the big screen in Darlington's Woollen Mill pub. They groaned, they cheered, they spilled their beers. England fans ran through the
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Police release image of missing woman as concern for her welfare grows
Police have released an image of a missing Billingham woman as concern for her welfare grows. Cleveland Polic say they remain concerned for the welfare of Rebekah Farrah, 20, from the Billingham area, who was last seen on Sunday June 30. Rebekah
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Police forensics at scene of Darlington incident after large ambulance attendance
Police remain at the scene of incident where a cordon has been in place since the attendance of multiple ambulance resources overnight. Emergency services were called to Geneva Road, Darlington, at 1045pm on Friday (July 5). Several police
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Rehab of injured Grand National winning jockey supported by family fun event
A family charity event to raise money for the recuperation of jockey Graham Lee is set to take place next weekend. Graham, from Bedale, North Yorkshire, became unseated from his horse Ben Macdui at Newcastle in November last year, suffering an
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Revealed: Historian's North East ancestor's murder saga in new podcast series
A historian has revealed new details of the story of his great-great-grandfather who gunned down a man in the North East. Historian David Olusoga has partnered with online genealogy service Findmypast to narrate the tale of his ancestor, George
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Teenage murder accused tells jury: ‘I have never stabbed anyone in the back’
A teenager who has admitted fatally stabbing man has denied inflicting one of his wounds saying: "I have never stabbed anyone in the back." The 17-year-old pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Lee Clarkson after he was dragged from his home before
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Drone footage spotted suspicious heat source coming from roof of cannabis farm
An Albanian cannabis farmer has been locked up after he was arrested for a second time when a drone captured a large heat source coming from the roof of a terraced house. Oresti Shpata was originally arrested in Lancashire before coming across
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County Durham road reopens after serious crash prompts air ambulance attendance
Police investigating a serious crash reopened a County Durham road several hours after a collision prompted the attendance of an air ambulance. Emergency service, including the Great North Air Ambulance, were called to the scene of a collision
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I tried TikTok packing hacks and now sitting on suitcases is a thing of the past
As summer gets into full swing, you might be going on holiday and preparing everything you need to take. Are you keen to pack lots of outfits but not sure how? Look no further as I tried some TikTok packing hacks and they really did change the
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Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary 'confirmed' for This Morning shows this summer
The future of Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary on This Morning has been ‘revealed’. The presenters of the ITV show have commitments with other channels throughout the summer but execs have reportedly now secured the pair for the summer programmes
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LIVE: Police remain at scene as murder probe of Darlington 14-year-old enters fourth day
1:14pm Balloon release planned for Darlington's Scarlett Vickers A balloon release in memory of a Darlington teenager
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Classic 1990s throwback as Middlesbrough unveil away kit for 2024/25 season
MIDDLESBROUGH have unveiled their new away kit for the coming Championship season - with the strip a throwback to the popular 1998/99 shirt. The blue and white striped shirt will go on sale this morning alongside the home kit, which was unveiled
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Cloudy then then thunder: Hour-by-hour Met Office weather forecast for Darlington
The Met Office has predicted a showery day with some sunny spells in Darlington. Saturday will be a changeable day, with some sunny spells but also scattered showers. These showers becoming heavy for a time and perhaps thundery in places,
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Player suspended after abusing fan with one leg at County Durham football match
A County Durham footballer has been suspended by the FA after heckling shocking ableist abuse at a disabled fan. The Northern Echo reported in March how Thomas O’Connor, who has one leg, was watching West Auckland Town’s reserves play at home against
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What we thought of an ice cream treat at this parlour near Darlington
Has summer been and gone? Perhaps a couple of sunny weekends is all we are getting this year. Well, if the next few months are to see dull, grey clouds and temperatures in the low teens, we'll just have to imagine brilliant blue skies and commit
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County Durham hairdresser whose clients think she is a cut above the rest
A hair stylist whose customers think she is a cut above the rest is vying for support in The Northern Echo’s Best Hairdresser or Barber competition. Hair by Edele in Sherburn Village, near Durham, was nominated by a customer who pays a visit to
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Plans to improve the front of well-known Darlington town centre takeaway
PLANS have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council to improve the frontage of a takeaway shop. Shop front improvement works includE new timber fascia, timber pilaster to replace existing LH metal pilaster, replacement lighting and signage
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County Durham hotel by the beach with 'bold & beautiful' rooms among most stylish
A North East hotel with a tranquil spa and “bold and beautiful” bedrooms (that also come with hot tubs) has been crowned one of the UK’s most stylish hotels by the beach, according to The Times. Seaham Hall in County Durham was also praised by
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Inside Middlesbrough recruitment team & transfer process as 'everyone in it together'
CHANGE takes time. But with time can also come trust, togetherness and progress. That undoubtedly appears to be the case at Middlesbrough this summer, where unity and alignment behind the scenes has resulted in a hugely encouraging start to the
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A ruin, superb views and watch out for herons on this rarely visited Dales mountain
Birks Fell is a long, broad ridge bordering the west side of Upper Wharfedale. The steep sides betray what is in fact straightforward walking on the long summit ridge, which include spectacular views. Do note the trig point does not mark the highest
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'In a league of it's own' - North East sustainable eatery among best on the coast
A restaurant adored by customers so much that “Rick Stein himself couldn't replicate food this good” has been crowned one of the best sustainable eateries on the British coast. Riley’s Fish Shack (and shop) in Tynemouth described as “the famous
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Cheapest petrol stations in Darlington, Durham and Teesside this weekend
Fancy getting a deal when you fill up this weekend? Here are the cheapest places to get petrol and diesel in Darlington, County Durham and Teesside. Drivers are being urged to buy fuel “sooner rather then later” as a 10-week run of falling prices
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Darlington terrace home hits the market for £60,000 - look inside
A two-bedroom terraced home has hit the market in Darlington priced at just £60,000 – look inside below. The terraced property on Killinghall Street in Darlington, is located close to the town centre, Darlington College and is a mile away from
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Relax in style at this nostalgic Darlington retro barber shop
WITH voting for The Northern Echo’s Best Hairdresser or Barber competition just days away from closing, your favourite salon needs your support! A trio of barbers who each bring something to the table are the perfect balance in this 1950's-themed
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Regis Le Bris on relegation with Lorient, lessons learned and his Sunderland promise
FIRST season exceptional; second season exceptionally tough. Regis Le Bris has only had two years as a head coach, but Sunderland’s new boss has already experienced the full range of emotions that go hand-in-hand with the position. In first year
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Middlesbrough and Sunderland's Championship rivals confirm head coach appointment
BURNLEY have appointed former Fulham and Bournemouth manager Scott Parker their new boss. Parker, 43, has replaced Vincent Kompany at Turf Moor following the Belgian’s move to Bayern Munich earlier this summer. The former England international
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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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2 North East seaside spots among best dog-cations (one has 13 dog-friendly pubs)
Trying to find a holiday in the North East where your dogs are welcome just as much as you? Two seaside hotspots in the region have been crowned among the UK’s best places for a dog-cation (and one area has 13 dog-friendly pubs and bars). It