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Northallerton golfer is surprise first-round leader at The Open Championship
SURPRISE Open leader Dan Brown admits he used to hate links golf but has learned to love the game again and his major debut proved it. The Northallerton golfer, who is a member at Romanby Golf Club, shot a bogey-free 65 with a birdie at the last
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Sunderland departure is confirmed - with player having joined new club
SUNDERLAND goalkeeper Matty Young has joined League Two Salford City on a season-long loan. Young, who had a successful loan spell in National League North with Darlington last season, will battle with former Middlesbrough goalkeeper Jamie Jones
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One of trio accused of courier fraud in County Durham changes plea to guilty
One of three alleged conspirators in a courier fraud case has changed his plea to guilty less than a fortnight before he and his co-accused faced trial. Paul Brown was one of three men from the west of Scotland accused of conspiracy to commit fraud
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'Fantastic news' after management team buyout of Microsoft partner in North East
Technology Services Group, with offices in Newcastle, has completed a management buy-out. With a multi-million pound investment from Pictet Alternative Advisors, TSG CEO Rory McKeand and his leadership team acquired the business from Sir Graham
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Violent Darlington man urged to give up drink after assaulting his cousin in pub row
A Darlington man who launched a violent attack on his cousin just after an incident outside a town centre pub has been warned to give up the drink. Kristofer Davies repeatedly punched his victim to the ground and continued the violence when his
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North East MPs write to Transport Secretary for urgent Hitachi update
A group of North East MPs have written to the new Transport Minister asking for an "urgent" update on the situation with Hitachi. The letter from new Labour politicians acknowledges the efforts of the Prime Minister and Chancellor of the Exchequer
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Boro could be forced into transfer market after surprise departure is confirmed
MIDDLESBROUGH could find themselves having to sign another goalkeeper this summer after Jamie Jones made a surprise exit to join League Two side Salford City. Jones was Boro’s third-choice goalkeeper last season, and while his contract expired
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Durham City Run: Hundreds take to the streets as 5K and 10K races get underway
Hundreds of smiling runners have been pictured taking in the lively crowds as the Durham City Run got underway for another year. Shoe laces tied and water bottles filled, hoards of runners kicked off the three day event with both the 5K and 10K
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'Absolutely appalling': Park lake completely drained after gates removed TWICE
A Redcar lake has been left completely drained after its sluice gates were removed twice. The gates - which control the water flow of the lake - were taken from the corner of the Locke Park lake on Tuesday and thrown into the park’s vegetation
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Person taken to hospital after ambulance crews called to crash on A66
One person has been taken to hospital following a three-vehicle crash in Middlesbrough. Emergency services were called to the A66 on Thursday following a collision around 4.44pm. The incident took place on the eastbound carriageway, near Cineworld
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North East airport is one of three granted injunctions against protesters
A North East airport is one of three nationwide granted High Court injunctions against fossil fuel and environmental activists protesting at their sites. On Thursday, Newcastle International Airport Bradford Airport, London Luton Airport were given
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Teenager denies Holly Newton's murder but admits manslaughter in knife attack
A teenager has admitted killing a 15-year-old girl after following her around a market town for 45 minutes, but he has denied her murder in a frenzied knife attack in an alleyway. The victim, Holly Newton, suffered 12 stab wounds and 24 other knife
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Darlington to be hotter than Mexico City as Met Office predicts 'mini heatwave'
The Met Office has projected that Darlington will be hotter than Mexico City on Friday as a 'mini heatwave' is set to sweep the nation. Basking in the heat, Darlington is forecast to enjoy warmer weather compared to the usually hotter Mexico City
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These North East schools will see bills cut after solar panel funding boost
A fresh round of funding for solar panels at Tees Valley schools is set to slash their bills. Schools from all five boroughs are set to receive a range of panels with the help of not-for-profit Solar For Schools and a £200,000 boost from the Combined
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County Durham community centre saved from closure after vital funding
A national energy company has pledged to sponsor a County Durham community hub facing closure. UK Energy Management announced it will cover the full operational costs of Spennymoor Town Football Club's community clubhouse for the 2024/2025 season
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Bowes Museum sculptures to be moved from front of historic building
An art installation at Bowes Museum is set to be moved to a permanent site behind the historic building after planning permission was approved by Durham County Council. The works by artist Martin Smith were sited in the Museum’s grounds temporarily
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Masked intruder entered student digs in Durham seeking to rape lone young woman
A predatory would-be rapist who “cased” student occupied residential areas of Durham to find a potential victim has received an extended sentence as a “dangerous” offender. Durham Crown Court heard that balaclava-clad Jonathan Andrew Cummings crept
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Newcastle teenagers jailed for eight years for rape of girl in Oswestry
TWO teenagers who raped a female in Oswestry have been jailed for more than eight years each at Shrewsbury Crown Court. Harley King, 19 and Ben Jennings, 20, from Newcastle and Northumberland, respectively, were jailed for eight years and six months
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Teenager followed girl, 15, around town centre before fatal stabbing, court told
A teenage killer followed his 15-year-old victim for 45 minutes around a town centre before he stabbed her to death down an alleyway, a court heard. Holly Newton was repeatedly stabbed by a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be identified due to his age
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Two charged following three suspected drugs deaths in North East
Two men have been charged to appear in court in relation to the alleged supply of Class A drugs after the death of two men and a woman in the South Shields area on Tuesday. Northumbria Police said, as part of their inquiries, searches have been
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Darlington and County Durham's Best Hairdresser 2024 is revealed
It's official – the votes are in, and we can now reveal the best hairdresser in County Durham and Darlington. After votes were cast online for a top 10, each hairdresser has been interviewed on what they do best and why it is that they deserve
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County Durham festival cancelled after 'unsafe' weather
Bad weather and continuous rain have forced the cancellation of Little Lindi, a popular family-friendly festival in Chester le Street. The family-focused event, now postponed to July 2025, was supposed to take place July 26-28 at Lambton Park.
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Readers debate Southgate successors as Eddie Howe speculation continues
Gareth Southgate's departure as England manager on Tuesday has shifted the focus from the nation's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final to the hunt for a new boss. Early indications from bookmakers suggest that Graham Potter and Eddie Howe are
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Parents upset as County Durham school announces closure just DAYS before summer hols
Parents have been left devastated after finding out just days before the summer holidays that their kids’ school will not reopen in September. Pupils at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs school in Esh Winning, County Durham were told last week the school
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Darlington family to honour memory of 'tornado of joy' son with walk
A group from a Darlington-based charity is set to continue their annual tradition of walking across the North East in an effort to raise funds and mental health awareness. Sunderland's Stadium of Light is the starting place for the team from Harvey
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Labour criticised for delaying plan for County Durham council housing with HMO plea
Labour councillors have been accused of delaying plans for more council homes in County Durham. Opposition members successfully voted to defer a decision on approving Durham County Council’s latest housing strategy at a meeting on Wednesday.
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Elizabethan silver hawking ring found by metal detectorist near Darlington
A Elizabethan silver hawking ring found on land near Darlington has been classified as treasure following a hearing in a coroners’ court. The small circular vervel was discovered by a metal detectorist at Sadberge in October 2021. On Wednesday
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Woman chases burglar down Darlington road after he stole Easter eggs and handbag
A burglar who was chased down a Darlington street after he stole items including Easter eggs has been jailed. A hearing at Teesside Crown Court was told the woman had woken up at around 4am on April 8 when she saw Matthew Gilligan walking out
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Bank of England hit by 'global payment issue' that could affect house sales
The Bank of England has been hit by a "global payment issue" affecting its CHAPS service. The Bank’s Chaps payment system processes hundreds of billions of pounds worth of transactions a day, including banks paying one another large sums. The
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Stockton Wheelers to stage special para cycling event in Middlesbrough this weekend
MEMBERS of the public are being encouraged to head to Teesside to find out more about para cycling this weekend. Middlesbrough Sports Village will host a special event called Limitless on Saturday, where people can try out the sport and then watch
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Man charged after police called to man on roof of Bishop Auckland home
A man has been charged after an incident in Bishop Auckland. Officers were called to Lowther Road on Wednesday morning following concerns for the welfare of a man on the roof of a home. Trained negotiators were at the scene for several hours
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"I am the reason he is alive": Trainee paramedic praised after saving man's life
A University of Sunderland trainee paramedic has been praised after saving the life of a North East man who had a cardiac arrest in a supermarket. Stacey Thain, who began her training in May, was shopping with her family in Blyth when the incident
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Telegraph writer slams North East train station where ‘pigeons wear Gore-Tex’
Do you have a favourite train station in the North East? Maybe there’s one with an above average coffee shop inside or one with seats so comfy you never want to leave. Well, one train station in the region has been criticised by a travel writer
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County Durham man holding 'knife' arrested after armed police response
A County Durham man who was holding a 'knife' has been arrested after a huge armed response flocked to a residential housing estate last night. Multiple police vehicles were seen on Hylton Road and Raby Road in Ferryhill last night (July 17) just
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Covid-19 Inquiry: Government and the civil service ‘failed’ the public
The UK Government and the civil service “failed” the public due to “significant flaws” in preparing for the Covid-19 pandemic, a public inquiry has found. In its first report into preparedness for a pandemic, the UK Covid-19 Inquiry said there
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Partner of County Durham dad stabbed in Australia screamed as she was told he'd died
The grieving partner of a County Durham man stabbed to death in Australia ‘screamed’ down the phone after learning of his death. Royce Mallett, 30, had moved down under just months before he was fatally wounded in a knife attack in a motel car
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Darlington residents react to Uber's request to operate in town
Darlington locals flooded the Northern Echo's Facebook page with their reactions after Uber announced its intention to apply for a license to operate in the region. It comes after Darlington Borough Council warned last year that the number of taxi
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County Durham man left feeling like a 'leper' after ex-wife's harassment campaign
A woman who harassed her estranged husband when she learned he had a new partner has landed herself in court. Andrea Gold made numerous posts on social media branding her ex-partner a ‘cheater’ before letting herself into his home and smashing
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Success on a plate: 600 per cent rise for North Yorkshire ‘greenest burger’ company
A plant-based firm’s factory has expanded months after opening, because of a 600 per cent increase in burger and sausage production. Myco has added another 3,000 sqft to its pioneering production site in North Yorkshire, where it makes the Hooba
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Classic tale with a twist featuring North East cast flies into Durham theatre
An upbeat, modern twist on a beloved classic is taking centre stage at a North East theatre this month. Peter Pan and Wendy, a modern twist on JM Barrie's classic tale, is running at Durham's Gala Theatre until Saturday, July 27. The whirlwind
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Newcastle United chief reveals shift in transfer approach - with key talks under way
DARREN EALES is confident Newcastle United successfully resolved their PSR issues last month, and claims the club are now in a “new financial cycle” that will enable them to invest. With the deadline for the Premier League’s PSR calculations falling
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Teenage twin brothers pass their driving tests just two hours apart
Teenage twin brothers have passed their driving tests on their first attempt with the same examiner - on the same day. Cole and Connor Badger from Sunderland passed their test two hours apart from each other and had the same examiner, having started
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Plane crash in North Yorkshire - emergency crews called in
EMERGENCY crews have been called in after a plane crash in North Yorkshire. The county’s fire and rescue service say they were called out shortly after 5.30pm last night (July 17) after reports of a plane crash near Sherburn-in-Elmet airfield near
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Riley McGree's 'sooner rather that later' admission - and thoughts on Boro squad
RILEY McGREE has a simple target in mind after committing his long-term future to Middlesbrough earlier this week – winning promotion to the Premier League. McGree signed a new four-year deal at the Riverside to conclusively draw a line under speculation
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Never-before-seen self portrait of famous North East artist set to be unveiled
A newly discovered self-portrait of one of the North East’s most famous artists is set to be unveiled at a new exhibition. The Bowes Museum, in Barnard Castle, will soon launch the Kith and Kinship: Norman Cornish and LS Lowry exhibition.
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Banned Bishop Auckland driver admits dangerous driving while carrying child passenger
A banned driver who previously admitted a dangerous driving charge, has now also admitted exposing a child passenger to potential harm in the incident. Adam Richard John Dobson will now be sentenced at Durham Crown Court next week for a package
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Boy, 16, charged with death by dangerous driving after teen killed in crash
A teenager has been charged following the tragic death of a boy in a collision in Newcastle. Police received a report of a one-vehicle collision on Stamfordham Road in Newcastle, shortly after 1am on June 10. Despite the efforts of emergency
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What age does your child have to be to babysit their siblings in the UK?
Finding babysitting arrangements last minute can be challenging which is why people across the country look to a family member. When an uncle or granny isn't available, many opt for one of their older children. If you're considering this option
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Thousands of flying ants emerge amid hot and humid weather
The annual influx of flying ants has arrived in the UK, with them set to swarm over the country as a result of hot and humid weather. The Met Office radar detected millions of bugs swarming over London last week. Experts from pest control
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Rider hospitalised after crash between car and motorbike prompted road closure
A rider has been taken to hospital after a car and motorcycle collided last night, prompting the closure of the road. Police were called to the A173 at Skelton Ellers, in east Cleveland, just before 8pm last night (July 17) following reports of
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Can dogs get sunburnt? PDSA shares advice for pet owners
When the warmer weather hits, you might remember to protect yourself but it’s also important that our dogs are cared for. Since dogs have fur, pet owners might not know how to keep their dogs safe in the sun. The PDSA has posted some helpful
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Positive Sunderland defensive update from Spanish training trip
JENSON SEELT’S progress from a serious knee injury is on track – but the Sunderland defender has accepted he will not be able to make a return to action until much later in the year. Seelt suffered damage to his cruciate ligaments during March’
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All UK drivers issued costly speed bump warning that could prove expensive
All UK drivers have been issued a speed bump warning. Motorists and road users who brake before driving over speed bumps while on UK roads could be ruining their fuel consumption, drastically. This is not to say you should drive over at full speed
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Experts reveal the simple thing you can do to reduce stress and improve wellbeing
A new study conducted by outdoor experts AllTrails and Unyoked has found there is one simple way to help reduce stress and improve wellbeing. It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, running around at a million miles an hour
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Got a Tesco Clubcard? How you could earn an extra £50 worth of bonus points
If you shop at Tesco regularly, you will know by now just how much money you can save with a Clubcard. From slashing the price of bottles of orange juice to punnets of fruit, the supermarket is constantly lowering the cost of popular groceries
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Stunning waterfront house worth £4.5 million up for grabs in next Omaze draw
A stunning waterfront house in Cornwall worth £4.5 million is up for grabs in the next Omaze prize draw. The winner of the Omaze Million Pound House Draw will get the keys to the contemporary, four-bedroom home near Falmouth. Sitting on the
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'World famous' fish bar in North Yorkshire is among finest chippies in Britain
A fish and chip shop in North Yorkshire has been named among the very best in Britain by The Times, thanks to their “consistently fabulous” dishes. Located in Scarborough, the "world famous" fish bar (as described on their website) is less than
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Small businesses in North East battling on despite shock fall in investment
Equity investment into smaller businesses across the North East declined by 40 per cent to £91m in 2023, with the volume of deals also falling by 23 per cent. The British Business Bank’s annual Small Business Equity Tracker said deals in the region
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University honour for CEO of new North East Combined Authority
Dr Henry Kippin, CEO of the new North East Combined Authority, has been awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law from Northumbria University. Born in London and raised in Gateshead, Dr Kippin worked in international development and the
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Darlington council reveals ambition to build more affordable and council homes
Darlington council has pledged to build more affordable housing amid concern developers are watering down plans. Local authority leaders announced the Labour-Liberal Democrat administration’s “cast-iron intent” to deliver more council and affordable
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Everything you need to know about Darlington by the Sea
Darlington by the Sea is returning to the town centre in less than a week. Tonnes of sand will be delivered to the market square ahead of the event beginning on Wednesday July 24. It will be used to create a clean beach right in the middle
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Friends to help kids with rare forms of cancer in memory of 'amazing Amelia'
A group of friends are taking part in a charity challenge to help youngsters in the region who suffer from rare forms of cancer. They are taking part in the Darlington 10k on August 4 to support Forever Eight, which was set up following the death
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Shopping centre to host foodbank collection and free energy advice - here's when
A County Durham retail park is set to bring local foodbanks and an energy company to the shopping centre on Saturday as it looks to help struggling residents. The event at Dalton Park, Seaham, is aimed at assisting local people in crisis through
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North East LIVE: Breaking News, Traffic, Travel and Weather
9:03am A167 Thinford Delays Partially blocked and heavy traffic due to emergency repairs on A167 both ways before
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County Durham school wins special award in national environmental design competition
PUPILS from a North East school have won a special award in the national finals of an environmental competition. The team of four Year 8 boys from Parkside Academy, Willington, reached the national finals of the Solutions For The Planet’s ‘Big
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Older residents invited into Willington school for summer high tea
OLDER local residents have been drafted in to help complete an ambitious community project at a North East school. Residents who attended a Summer High Tea at Parkside Academy, in Willington, were invited to decorate their own square to be sewn
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County Durham school wins special award in national environmental design competition
PUPILS from a North East school have won a special award in the national finals of an environmental competition. The team of four Year 8 boys from Parkside Academy, Willington, reached the national finals of the Solutions For The Planet’s ‘Big
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Former Darlington shop goes up for sale as owners retire after 20 years
A former Darlington shop has gone up for sale after its owners announced their retirement following 20 years of running the business. Skinnergate News on Skinnergate in the town had its final day of business at the start of June after two decades
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Why I think Hartlepool is the perfect place for 12 nuclear reactors
Kevin Donald talks to Carol Tansley - the woman behind a bold bid to put 12 nuclear reactors in Hartlepool The gleaming ceramic orb held between the thumb and forefinger of X-energy's Carol Tansley looks for all the world like the black ball plucked
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Ravers 'stuck in the mud' after rainy weather sparks park festival 'mudbath'
Ravers at two Middlesbrough festivals say people were left “stuck in the mud” after rain turned a popular park into a “mudbath”. Hundreds flocked to Albert Park last weekend (July 13 and 14) for the Save The Rave Outdoor 90's and Look-A-Like tribute
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County Durham school wins special award in national environmental design competition
PUPILS from a North East school have won a special award in the national finals of an environmental competition. The team of four Year 8 boys from Parkside Academy, Willington, reached the national finals of the Solutions For The Planet’s ‘Big