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Amanda Staveley reacts as new-look Newcastle United ownership structure is confirmed
NEWCASTLE UNITED chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan says Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi will "forever have his tremendous thanks" after the duo's parting with the club was confirmed. The Magpies announced the club's new-look ownership structure
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Paedophile who kidnapped and imprisoned 6 year old took own life in prison
A paedophile from Billingham died in prison from a drug overdose after kidnapping, abusing and imprisoning a 6-year-old girl. Joseph Davies abducted the young girl in broad daylight in 2018 before sexually abusing her, telling her: "If you tell
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Vital Darlington veterans charity announces closure after eight years
A vital Darlington veterans charity has revealed that it will close later this month after battling financial challenges over the last 18 months. Sporting Force, based at the Recovery and Wellness Centre at 35-36, Blackwellgate, was founded in
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REVEALED: The seven curry restaurants in the North East ranked in the UK top 100
Seven curry restaurants in the North East have been named in the UK's top 100 after wowing judges and fellow restaurateurs. As the country went to the election polls on July 4, 120 of the country’s leading Indian and Asian chefs and restaurateurs
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Latest figures show North East businesses fighting back against challenges
The latest results from the North East Chamber of Commerce's latest Quarterly Economic Survey, show that businesses in the region are starting to fight back against some of the major economic challenges. The easing of concerns about price pressures
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Deputy Prime Minister writes for the Northern Echo ahead of Durham Miners' Gala
The second Saturday in July means one thing for a quarter of a million people across the North East. The Durham Miners’ Gala. The joy of meeting old friends in the crowds and making new ones. The thrill of watching the brass bands and banners
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Woman jailed for trying to drill her partner's head and stabbing him in the side
A woman who tried to drill a hole in her partner’s head, hit him with a pan lid and stabbed him in the side with a fork has been jailed. Leanne Harvey left her long-term partner with a suspected punctured lung and covered in blood as a result of
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New Chancellor non-committal over fresh Teesworks probe despite election pledge
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves refused to commit to a National Audit Office (NAO) probe into Teesworks industrial project. Senior Labour figures had previously called for the watchdog to conduct a fresh investigation into the site after an independent
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Worry Bishop Auckland could become 'anti-social ghetto' if tower block becomes flats
A developer has defended plans to convert a County Durham tower block into flats - and denied claims it will house refugees. Vinovium House in Bishop Auckland could be redeveloped into 54 flats under plans submitted by applicant Amsage Limited
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Council leader denies Saudi human rights concerns 'swept under the carpet'
Newcastle’s council leader has denied that the city has sought to sweep human rights concerns “under the carpet” over its links to Saudi Arabia. City leaders have come under pressure from humanitarian activists over Tyneside’s ties to the Gulf
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Plans for new film about impact of Miners' Strike on County Durham pit villages
A funding appeal for a new feature-length documentary film project about the Miners’ Strike is being launched at this year’s Big Meeting. The 138th Durham Miners’ Gala on Saturday will be commemorating the 40th anniversary of the country's most
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Husband and wife looking for recruits as their North East business expands
A North East solar and battery storage installer is to invest in a larger site and grow its workforce. Washington-based AR Power, which manages a complete turnkey solution from design to installation, has invested heavily in staff and resources
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Ten weeks of disruption on key Bishop Auckland road during improvement works
Works to reduce queueing and congestion along a key road in Bishop Auckland will begin next month. Durham County Council is to start the first phase of works to improve capacity at key junctions along the A688 corridor across Bishop Auckland.
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'It didn't come home' - Heartbreak for England as Spain triumph at Euro 2024
For yet another major tournament England fans have been left feeling crushed, as once again, it did not come home. England reached the final (Sunday 14 July) after beating the likes of Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia and the Netherlands. Spain
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One man in hospital following crash on busy County Durham road this afternoon
A man has been taken to hospital following a crash on a County Durham road earlier today (July 12). North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) has confirmed one man has been taken to hospital following a crash on the A1 near Nunstainton, Bradbury.
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LIVE: County Durham road reopens following motorhome fire on the A1(M)
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England mad Vikings take day off rehearsals to cheer on their Euro 2024 heroes
England mad Vikings took a day off from rehearsals to cheer on Gareth Southgate's history making football team. The six performers, who are starring in epic Kynren, the UK's largest outdoor theatre event, kicked a ball around and posed with a giant
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LIVE: Rain can't dampen spirits of 138th Durham Miners' Gala
3:30pm Durham Cathedral service underway The Miner’s Festival Service is underway at @durhamcathedral. #DurhamMinersGala
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Alan Titchmarsh's inspirational video message to budding 9-year-old greengrocer
Gardener and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh has inspired a budding nine-year-old greengrocer after recording an uplifting video to thank the youngster for raising funds for charity. The TV celebrity, who is most famous for his role on Ground Force
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Pervert back in court after admitting talking to child in videocalls
A pervert who made video calls with his ex-partner’s child has been made subject of a community order after he admitted the offence. Robert Horn was banned from communicating with children after he was made subject of a sexual harm prevention order
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Look around popular County Durham tearoom as it reopens in new location
A popular independent cafe, which has served up sweet snacks and tasty brunches to Durham City for years, has reopened in a new location, with a revamped interior. Treats Tea Room, which used to reside upstairs at 27-28 Silver St, Durham DH1 3RD
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Man who died on County Durham railway track identified by DNA, inquest is told
A construction labourer who died on railway tracks in County Durham was officially identified by his DNA, an inquest heard. Ben Whiteman, 22, from Sacriston, died after he was struck by a train on the East Coast Mainline last month. An inquest
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How England's Euro 2024 final with Spain will be won and lost
CAN England triumph in Berlin’s Olympiastadion on Sunday evening to win the European Championships for the first time? Or will Spain prove too strong for Gareth Southgate’s side and make it a perfect seven wins from seven at Euro 2024? Here are
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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Electric car chopped in half squeezes through museum doors for new display
A pioneering electric car chopped in half to reveal its inner workings has edged through the doors of a museum to mark the start of a new exhibition. The Nissan LEAF arrived at the Discovery Museum, in Newcastle, this morning (FRI) where it will
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LIVE: Man taken to hospital after crash on A1 Northbound
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Wagamama set to launch new brunch menu in one North East location- here's where
Wagamama in Teesside Park is set to be the only restaurant in the region to debut the chain's first-ever brunch menu. The menu will be served from July 17 at select sites across the country, including one in Teesside Park, between 8.30am and 11.30am
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Jury retires to consider verdict in Bishop Auckland murder trial
The jury has retired to consider its verdict in a Bishop Auckland murder trial. Lee Clarkson suffered a fatal stab wound when he was dragged outside his home and beaten by a group of armed attackers, Teesside Crown Court heard. Five people
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Paul Mitchell's first significant Newcastle move as 'innovator' arrives behind scenes
PAUL Mitchell has made his first significant move as Newcastle United sporting director, bringing in the highly-rated James Bunce, who will "help to drive an elite performance culture" on Tyneside. Bunce, who has previously worked with Mitchell
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First Royal Mail postbox with the King's cypher to be installed on this street
The Royal Mail has announced that the first red postbox with King Charles III’s cypher has been installed. The historic round pillar box, considered a British classic, is on the High Street in Great Cambourne, south Cambridgeshire. Helping
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Shop forced to shut after £80k worth of counterfeit goods and vapes seized
A North East shop has been shut down after being linked to the sale of counterfeit cigarettes and illegal vapes. The 7 Days Convenient Store, more commonly known as Fast & Fresh, on West Road, Newcastle, has been forced to close its doors following
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Child rapist dies at Durham prison just days after being jailed
A child rapist was found dead at a Durham prison last week just days after being jailed. Brian Jordan, now 60, raped a schoolgirl and indecently assaulted and had unlawful sex with another at an address in Newcastle when he has also a youth.
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Durham Miners' Gala: Will I be able to fly a drone at the Big Meeting?
Drone pilots are being warned of a flying ban in Durham city while the Big Meeting takes place this weekend. Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the 138th Durham Miners’ Gala on Saturday. Traditional brass bands and banners being
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County Durham taxi driver raped vulnerable female passenger on 'detour' to her home
A taxi driver took advantage of a female passenger's drunken condition, going on a “detour” to rape her in a secluded cemetery car park before dropping her at home. The heavily intoxicated woman was put in the taxi by a friend, following a night
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How new Tees Valley club is using pies to tackle male loneliness
A club for men to enjoy pies and make social connections is coming to Tees Valley after securing a £50,000 grant. Men's Pie Club, run by social enterprise Food Nation, aims to tackle the growing problem of male loneliness and social isolation.
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Former North Durham MP reveals title he will use when in House of Lords
Former North Durham MP Kevan Jones has revealed the title he will use when he takes his seat in the House of Lords later in the year. The long-serving politician announced he was standing down when the General Election was announced two months
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Newcastle to benefit from 'world class' opportunity as season preparations step up
NEWCASTLE UNITED will head for Germany next week for a five-day training camp at the "world class" global headquarters of adidas. Eddie Howe's squad will be based at the purpose-build HomeGround facility in rural Bavaria, which was used exclusively
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Woman left with serious facial injuries after being hit by car on A1
A woman has been left with "significant" facial injuries after being hit whilst walking near the A1. Early yesterday morning, a Mercedes Benz was travelling south when it hit a pedestrian on the slip road onto the A69 through West Denton, in Newcastle
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Sunderland to 'benefit' from behind scenes partnership that will aid Regis Le Bris
SUNDERLAND will benefit on and off the pitch from their continued link-up with data analytics specialists Seriös Group, says David Bruce. The Black Cats have collaborated with the North East firm over the past two seasons but have now taken their
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Mother's urgent appeal to keep daughter's killer behind bars
THE mother of a woman killed in an 'extremely violent' attack is appealing to the new Secretary of State for Justice to keep her murderer behind bars. Doreen Soulsby, of Wall, is appealing to Shabana Mahmood to keep Stephen Ling, who murdered her
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North East crime group convicted of trafficking 100s of migrants in fruit & veg lorry
A "prolific criminal network" operating out of Middlesbrough has been shut down after managing to smuggle hundreds of migrants into the UK illegally. Key members of the Teesside-based network, including its figurehead, 43-year-old Muhammad Zada
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Father turned to drug dealing to fund his children's Christmas presents
A drug dealer who turned to peddling cocaine to buy Christmas presents for his children has narrowly avoided an immediate prison sentence. Dale Frew waited for more than three years to learn his fate before eventually receiving a suspended sentence
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What next for ex-Middlesbrough loanee Cameron Archer after Aston Villa return
EX-MIDDLESBROUGH loanee Cameron Archer faces an uncertain future after his return to Aston Villa was confirmed this week. Archer, who impressed on loan at Boro in the second half of the 2022/23 season, left Villa for Sheffield United 12 months
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A big relief - Teesside finance expert backs Labour Government's plan for pensions
A Teesside financial planning expert has welcomed the Labour Government's plans for pensions. Neil Parker, Founder and CEO of Joslin Rhodes in Stockton said: “In its manifesto, the Labour Party made the welcome commitments to project the triple
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Darlington danger driver jailed after hitting four pensioners at 80mph
A dangerous driver who smashed into a car at 80mph as he tried to flee from police has been jailed. Aaron Drummond was already disqualified from driving when he hit the car, which was carrying four pensioners, near Merrybent, County Durham, on
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'Nationwide issue' with card payments reported at major stores including Asda
Asda and Sainsbury's are among the UK stores to be hit by a "nationwide issue" affecting card payments. Shoppers across the UK reported not being able to use cards at the major supermarkets on Thursday (July 11) morning. While hundreds of issues
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13-year-old 'over the moon' to discover megalodon shark tooth on UK beach
A budding 13-year-old palaeontologist has already achieved the find of a lifetime after unearthing a gigantic shark tooth on a British beach. The tooth is believed to have belonged to the notorious and perhaps legendary prehistoric creature, the
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The 'easy' Google Street View hack that could stop your home from being burgled
Security experts have shared an 'easy' hack to help stop your home from being burgled - all with the help of Google Street View. Typing your address into Street View to see if the Google car has captured us going about our lives is one of lives
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How much screen time is ok for kids? Expert reveals when it becomes 'unhealthy'
Screens follow us everywhere these days from tablets and TVs to phones and laptops. There is an entire ( and very addictive) digital world out there for our kids to discover whether it's scrolling on TikTok or liking Instagram posts. With the
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Appointments: The key moves at influential companies around the North East
NHC Northern Housing Consortium, the not-for profit membership organisation which represents social housing providers across the North of England, has appointed a new Executive Director for Operations and Finance. Andrea Downey brings with
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Darlington man who launched a drink-fuelled attack on his parents has been jailed
A violent thug who launched a drink-fuelled attack on his parents has been jailed after they were reluctant to let him return to their home. Steven Cruickshanks launched the brutal attack on his parents when he became aggressive after returning
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Judge summing up evidence in murder trial after Bishop Auckland man killed
The trial of five people accused of murdering a Bishop Auckland man is nearing a conclusion as the judge sums up the evidence. Lee Clarkson suffered a fatal stab wound when he was dragged outside his home and beaten by a group of armed attackers
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Promising young cyclist took his own life after struggling to adapt to new sixth form
A promising young cyclist took his own life after his mental health spiralled following struggles to adapt to his new sixth-form school, an inquest heard. Described as a "bright and enthusiastic" member of the Cleveland Wheelers Cycling Club in
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Durham Miners' Gala: Key timings to help you plan your day at the Big Meeting
Tens of thousands of people will be on the streets of Durham this weekend for the 138th Big Meeting. Durham Miners’ Gala is largest trade union rally of its kind in Europe and features parade of banners from former colliery communities across the
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New fusion venue to open in Darlington with a familiar location and owners
A new fusion restaurant will open in Darlington in August - with the owners and location of the venue familiar to people of the town. Opening up in the former site of JJ's, Aspire and Bijou on Crown Street - Taipan Asia will next month start to
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Pubs allowed to open later than usual for England vs Spain Euro 2024 final
Pubs will be allowed to extend their opening hours on Sunday (July 14) with England set to take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Venues in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open an extra two hours, until 1am, on the day of the match.
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LIVE: Breaking news, traffic and travel from the North East
8:30am Estlob Lane queues Partially blocked and heavy traffic due to crash on Elstob Lane Northbound at the Newton
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Riley McGree Middlesbrough desire amid contract uncertainty & two Portugal takeaways
RILEY McGree has offered an exciting taste of what might be to come at Middlesbrough this season after revealing he feels "fit, strong and healthy" on the back of what was a troubled and "very frustrating" last campaign for the midfielder. McGree
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‘Exceptional’ education staff honoured as trust stages first employee awards
THE achievements of “truly exceptional” staff have been celebrated at a North East education trust’s inaugural employee awards. The Advance Learning Partnership (ALP), comprising a mix of 18 secondary and primary schools, staged its Employee Awards
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Inmate admits blade attack on fellow prisoner in cell at County Durham prison
An inmate who now admits repeatedly stabbing a fellow prisoner with an improvised bladed weapon at a top security jail could receive a life sentence. Daniel Service is to be assessed for the level of “dangerousness” he poses before being sentenced
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County Durham store loses licence after selling alcohol to underage girls
A County Durham convenience store has lost its licence after selling alcohol to underage girls. Jamuna Food and Wine in Medomsley was investigated by licensing officers after a concerned parent reported the shop to Durham County Council.
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Why transfers don't mean everything to Regis Le Bris & Sunderland 'way of thinking'
AFTER the arrival of Alan Browne, Regis Le Bris is hoping his squad is further strengthened by new faces this summer but for Sunderland's head coach transfers aren't the be-all and end-all. For Le Bris, the priority is and always has been the development
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Northern Echo readers debate on bank holiday if England win Euro final
As England gears up to face Spain in the final of the European Championships on Sunday, July 14, our readers are torn over the idea of a bank holiday to celebrate if they win. Some believe it would be a welcome respite, while others argue it's