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Motorcyclist in critical condition after suffering serious head injuries in crash
A motorcyclist has been left in a critical condition after a crash in Newcastle. Emergency services were called to Binswood Avenue, close to the junction with Sunnyway, in Blakelaw on Sunday after a crash involving an off-road motorbike and a
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Murderer found dead at Durham jail three days after being recalled to prison
A murderer was found dead at a Durham jail three days after being recalled to prison for breaching release terms. Russell Irvine was found hanged in his cell at HMP Durham on November 7, 2022, aged 51. The then-22-year-old was jailed for life
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The County Durham shop that's gone viral with unique 'Fizzy Chug Challenge'
A County Durham shop has gone viral online for challenging its customers to a unique game that has divided people on social media. Shildon Stores, which is based on Redworth Road in the County Durham town, has caught the attention of social media
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‘Not a good look’: Call for action over rough sleepers in seaside shelters
Urgent action has been called for to tackle a problem with “urinating”, “drug taking” rough sleepers regularly using seafront shelters in Redcar. Redcar and Cleveland Council said it had reached out to help the individuals, but they had turned
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School's out forever: Beloved Bishop Auckland teacher retires after 47 years
A beloved Bishop Auckland teacher has expressed "mixed emotions" after she retired last week after 47 years of service at the same school. 65-year-old Mandy Wallis first joined Victoria Lane Academy, then known as Coundon County Infant School in
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Teenage County Durham woman made false rape allegations leading to arrest of same man
A ‘manipulative’ young woman made two false rape allegations against the same innocent man in the space of a few weeks, a court heard. Both of Chloe Anderson’s malicious claims led to the law-abiding victim being arrested and taken into police
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Inside new soft play and inflatable theme park opening in North East today
It's been months in the making - and now it's finally time for Middlesbrough's latest soft play area and inflatable theme park to open its doors. From jumping on trampolines to sliding down a volcano, kids of all ages are set for an exciting new
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Awful stench continues to 'poison the air' say Darlington residents near quarry
Residents have said a foul stench thought to be from a nearby quarry continues to “poison the air” and affect people’s health. People living in Darlington, Newton Aycliffe, and the surrounding villages say the “rotten eggs” smell continues to blight
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Fashion brand confirms details on new Teesside Park store set to open this year
Mango has confirmed it will be opening a new store at Teesside Park later this year. Last week, The Northern Echo revealed that the Spanish fashion retailer was poised to take over a section of Unit 21A, the former H&M store. This came
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Here's what new Stockton North MP had to say in maiden Commons speech in full
New MPs are continuing to make their first contributions in Parliament after being elected on July 4. Stockton North Labour MP Chris McDonald made his maiden speech as the area's representative on Wednesday (July 17). He used the speech to
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Busy North Yorkshire road partly closed for three weeks for works
A North Yorkshire road will be partly closed for three weeks while works are carried out. The lane closure will take place on Station Road in Loftus and last for “a maximum” of three weeks from July 22. Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council
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Fantasy novel set in Durham exploring North East folklore hitting shelves soon
A fantasy novel set in Durham city exploring the folklore of the North East is set to arrive in bookshops next week. The book, written by T.J. Oswald will be released on July 25 by Olympia Publishers. The plot revolves around the epic quest
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Stash of illegal cigarettes found in Darlington man's shoe cupboard
A stash of illegal cigarettes were found in a Darlington home's shoe cupboard after police spotted a suspicious-looking man in the street. The discovery was made after PCs Anwar and White and PCSOs Flinn and Brown bumped into the man on Gladstone
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North East road to undergo six weeks of resurfacing and signal replacement works
A North East council has confirmed traffic measures will be in place for six weeks as works begin on a busy road. Stockton Borough Council (SBC) has confirmed traffic management measures will be in place at the junction of Yarm Road and Urlay Nook
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Barclays confirms new closure date for County Durham branch - and it's months away
Barclays has announced a new closure date for its Barnard Castle branch. The banking giant has confirmed it will be bringing down the shutters on the town's Market Place branch on Wednesday, September 11, for the final time. Bosses initially
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Murder accused denies pointing out group before father's fatal hit and run
A man accused of murder who denies pointing out a group of friends moments before his father ploughed into them admits he panicked after the fatal collision. Shaun Breeze called his father, Martin, after he was involved in an innocuous confrontation
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Police searching for men after two boys, 15, 'assaulted' outside nightclub
Police are searching for two men after two 15-year-old boys were assaulted outside a nightclub. It happened at the traffic lights outside of Vibe nightclub in Peterlee, County Durham, last Wednesday (July 17). Two boys, both of 15, were reported
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Anti-yob order slapped on North East town after wave of anti-social behaviour
An anti-yob order has been slapped on central Redcar following reports of anti-social behaviour. The dispersal order has been brought in across a huge section of the town, including Majuba Road and Coatham Green, the Esplanade, and High Street
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How you could earn extra Sainsbury's Nectar points as new car park rule announced
Sainsbury’s has announced a new change to their car parks across the UK, giving customers the chance to earn extra Nectar points. The supermarket has revealed motorists who drive Electric Vehicles (EVs) will now be able to “reap the benefit” of
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Police probe launched after 'sudden death' of 16-year-old schoolboy
Police are investigating the sudden death of a teen schoolboy in Stockton. The student, who was in Year 11 at Ian Ramsey CE Academy in Fairfield, sadly died on July 10, prompting a flurry of tributes across social media. Cleveland Police
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Teacher messaged '13-year-old girl' online asking her for nude pictures
A teacher who tried to chat to a ‘13-year-old girl’ online and asked her for pictures has been barred from the classroom for life. Sukhwinder Singh taught maths at Boldon School in South Tyneside when he started speaking to what he believed to
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Community centre getting kids out of anti-social behaviour before it's opened
A new community centre is already getting kids out of anti-social behaviour before it’s even opened. Kids who were causing trouble have been helping transform the new building and are now showing pride in their work, project bosses say. The
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Teen whose head struck pole in Aycliffe motorbike crash thanks passersby who helped
A teenage motorcyclist whose head crashed into a pole after he came off his bike has thanked passersby who stopped to help him. Rob Young was heading out of Newton Aycliffe on Sunday (July 21) at about 1pm when he came off his motorbike on Middridge
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Darlington Tories issue desparate plea to prevent council going bust
A former council leader has urged officials to do everything they can to ensure the local authority does not go bankrupt. Darlington Conservative leader Jonathan Dulston warned the council would “fundamentally go bankrupt in two years” if urgent
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County Durham couple were caught dealing drugs to users from their home
A man who with his partner dealt heroin to users of the class A drug from their home has received a suspended prison sentence. But Durham Crown Court was told defendant Andrew Gleaves has spent more than a year in custody since his arrest and before
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North East man hit with $40k medical bill after falling ill on holiday in Mexico
The family of a holidaymaker stranded in a Mexican hospital are desperately trying to raise money after he was hit with a $40k medical bill. John Wilkinson, 74, is currently stranded in a Mexican hospital which his family say will not release
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North East man faces jellyfish hazards while swimming English Channel for charity
A Teesside man is planning to swim across the English Channel to raise funds for charity. Stockton-on-Tees resident, Roy Stewart, will face strong currents, cold water and jellyfish during his swim this summer. Mr Stewart, 58, works as a domestic
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Opening date revealed for huge new soft play area and inflatable theme park
Middlesbrough's newest state-of-the-art play area and inflatable theme park is finally here. North East-based leisure operator Fun Shack has announced that it will be launching its new £2.5m venue in Captain Cook Square on Tuesday, July 23.
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Former Newcastle player Joey Barton charged over malicious tweets about pundit
Ex-footballer Joey Barton has been charged with sending malicious communications online, police said. Barton, 41, will appear before Warrington Magistrates’ Court next week, after the Crown Prosecution Service authorised the charge, Cheshire Police
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Man found dead after emergency services called to Darlington home
A man was found dead after emergency services were called to a Darlington home. Officers attended Pensbury Street on Saturday morning after concerns were raised for the welfare of a man at an address. Get more from The Northern Echo with
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Warning to Universal Credit claimants who could have payments stopped this summer
Universal Credit claimants have been warned their payments could be stopped if they fail to notify authorities about key changes to their circumstances. Those in receipt of Universal Credit have been told that they must inform the Department for
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Calculating killer who followed young man in taxi before murdering him jailed
A calculating killer who stabbed a man in Newcastle’s West End last December has been jailed. Just before midnight on December 6, 2023 police found Bradley Tams with serious stab injuries on Cartmel Green in Slatyford. He sadly died at the scene
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Dan Ashworth sets out Manchester United focus in first address since Newcastle exit
MANCHESTER United's new leadership will not rest until the club are among the most successful in Europe again, says sporting director Dan Ashworth in his first address since his move from Newcastle United was made official. United have been in
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Irish singer-songwriter John Blek set to perform in North East
Irish singer-songwriter John Blek is bringing his UK tour to the North East this September, with a performance at The Lightship in Blyth on September 23. The tour appearance in Blyth is part of the promotions for Cheer Up, Blek’s ninth studio album
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Domino's set to come to this North East site as signage plans are submitted
Takeaway chain Domino’s Pizza looks set to come to Coulby Newham in Middlesbrough. The restaurant’s logo will go up at the shopfront and side under plans submitted to Middlesbrough Council. Planning officers are considering the proposal for
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Tributes paid to NUFC Women's photographer after losing cancer battle
Tributes have been paid to an NUFC photographer who died over the weekend after a 12-year battle with cancer. Colin Lock, official photographer for the Newcastle Women’s team, passed away on Saturday (July 20) surrounded by family His family
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Four-month-long roadworks begin near busy Darlington roundabout
Roadworks are underway near a major Darlington roundabout. A road closure has been put in place on Carmel Road South (A67), in Blackwell, near its junction with the A66 roundabout as pipeline and road works begin. The road has been closed
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Holidaymakers return home - to find their kitchen on fire
Holidaymakers returned home from a trip – to find their kitchen full of smoke. An electrical fault with a fridge is thought to have caused a fire, which ‘significantly damaged’ the kitchen of the property in Harrogate’s Burn Bridge Road. Fire
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Teenagers rescued by firefighters - after getting stuck in baby swings
TWO teenagers had to be rescued by firefighters – after getting stuck in baby swings. Ripon firefighters were called to the city’s Church Lane at 8.40pm last night following reports that the teenagers were stuck. “Tools (were) used by fire
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CCTV image issued in search for man in connection with County Durham bar assault
Police have issued a CCTV image in connection with an assault that took place at a County Durham bar last month. Officers from Durham Police have circulated a CCTV image of a man that they wish to speak to in connection with the incident, which
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Current residents oppose plan for new caravans at Primrose Valley Holiday Park
Plans to increase the number of caravans at a Filey holiday park have met with ‘strong objections’ from current caravan owners. Haven Leisure Ltd has proposed demolishing existing chalets and replacing them with 17 static holiday caravans at the
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This North York Moors restaurant with rooms and 'wonderful' food is among UK best
A popular restaurant with rooms "on the edge of the North York Moors" has been crowned among the best in the UK, according to writer Tabitha Joyce at Condé Nast Traveller. Introducing the travel guide, Tabitha said: “The past decade has seen the
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Iconic North Yorkshire coastal hotel re-opens after major revamp
A landmark hotel on the North Yorkshire Coast has officially re-opened after a multi-million pound six-month refurbishment. The Victoria Hotel, overlooking the sea at Robin Hood’s Bay, has undergone a redesign of the hotel and its dining and entertainment
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Alan Browne's promising Sunderland message after summer signing's first outing
ALAN Browne believes he isn’t too far behind when it comes to his match fitness after making his first appearance in a Sunderland shirt during the club’s pre-season friendly win over CD Eldense in Spain. Régis Le Bris’ team concluded their warm
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Fidget toy business with nearly 500k TikTok followers opens Darlington store
A family-run fidget toy shop opened its doors in Darlington for the first time today to a crowd of eager and excited customers. From humble beginnings of selling a handful of fidget toys online to a full-blown walk-in store in Darlington - this
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Blind teen with brain tumour completes 'brilliant' County Durham skydive
A blind teenager with a brain tumour was brimming with joy after completing a “brilliant” skydive to raise money for a cancer charity. Jack Thompson, 16, was diagnosed with a low grade glioma, a type of brain tumour, on his optic nerve when he
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All 14 North East takeaways slammed with a one or zero star food hygiene rating
A total of 14 businesses in the North East have been slapped with a poor hygiene rating in the last two months. The Food Hygiene ratings show that a number of businesses have been told in the last few weeks that they need to make improvements.
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Person in hospital after being hit by a bus in Bishop Auckland town centre
One person was hospitalised over the weekend after they were hit by a bus in Bishop Auckland town centre. Emergency services were called to Newgate Street just after 6.30pm on Saturday (July 20) following the crash which disrupted public transport
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Thousands flock to Masham Steam Rally as crowds enjoy ever-popular event
Thousands of people chose to flock to Masham Steam Rally over the weekend to take in some heritage at the popular event. Despite the variation of weather, which brought everything from thick clouds to scorching sunshine, people still paid a visit
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Woman left with serious facial injuries after daylight assault in Darlington
Police are appealing for information after a woman was left with serious facial injuries after an assault in Darlington last week. Officers from Durham Police are investigating the incident, which happened between noon and 2pm last Monday (July
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Shock rise in financial battles for businesses across the North East
It has been another tough quarter for businesses in the North East as early signs of financial distress in the region grew by more than 40%. The latest Red Flag Alert data from leading independent business rescue and recovery specialist Begbies
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Two car crash closes County Durham road for two hours after causing oil spill
A County Durham road was closed for two hours on Monday (July 23) after a two-car crash caused an oil spill on the stretch of road. Emergency services were called to the A6076 Shield Row Bank at Kip Hill in Stanley at about 8am, following reports
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Northallerton's Dan Brown had mixed emotions after memorable Open week
NORTHALLERTON'S Dan Brown had mixed emotions after his memorable Open debut ended with him in a share of 10th place and a guaranteed spot in next year's event at Royal Portrush. The unheralded Yorkshireman went into the final day at Royal Troon
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Teesside Police Cadets find new base after agreement with college
Stockton's Police cadets have found a new home after striking a deal with a local college. The young volunteers, aged between 13 and 17, will now meet regularly at Stockton Sixth Form College. The college will also support physical training
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Positive Sunderland injury update as Regis Le Bris updates on backroom team plans
REGIS Le Bris expects to have Pierre Ekwah, Nectar Triantis and Abdoullah Ba all back available and in contention before the start of the Championship season. But Sunderland's head coach is relaxed about the ongoing search to add to his backroom
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The heartbreaking WW1 story of Durham refugee Clementine's unbearable horror
THIS is one of the most shocking and most sad stories you will ever read. It is told by Dries Peeters in Belgium... “CLEARING out the attic of my late grandmother’s house in Aarschot, on a forgotten shelf, I came across beautifully coloured portraits
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Apprenticeship award winners are 'torchbearers' to future of North East businesses
YOUNG carpenter Liam Thynne, singled out for his “exceptional skills,” has been declared overall winner of a pioneering annual awards scheme showcasing the achievements of modern-day craft apprentices. The project, launched 12 months ago by Durham
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RECAP: Police and fire service reopenCounty Durham road after crash and oil spill
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UK weather to continue to improve as highs of 27C forecast over summer holidays
The UK is set for more hot weather over the coming week as the Met Office has forecaster highs of 26C and 27C. Friday, July 19 was the hottest day of the year in the UK so far, with St James Park in central London reaching 31.9C. However, the
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James Corden fights back tears as he issues Gavin and Stacey update
An emotional James Corden fought back tears as he shared an update with fans regarding the last-ever episode of Gavin and Stacey. The return of the iconic comedy series was confirmed all the way back in May with its conclusion expected to air this
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Can a British passport go through EU passport control? What to know
When you travel abroad you have to remember a lot of things, from your suitcase, your passport to which terminal you are flying from and where your hotel is. Previously, UK passport holders were able to use European Union (EU) Passport Lanes which
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Full list of every snake found in UK gardens and if they are dangerous
The UK wildlife has a wide range of creatures and animals, from spikey hedgehogs, the nocturnal bats and the wise barn owl. But away from the often described 'cute' animals are those that tend to scare many like the humble snake. Typically
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These are the cheapest places to park in Durham - and the most expensive
These are the most and least expensive places to park in Durham city centre. Data compiled by car finance provider Zuto has compared prices from across the UK. In Durham, the cheapest car park is £4.80 for the day and the most expensive is
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LISTED: Your power could be turned off today in these North East locations
These are the postcode areas in the North East and North Yorkshire where power could be switched off today. Northern Powergrid has confirmed that hundreds of homes across parts of the region are expected to be affected by the switch-off on Monday
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Train lines blocked after children seen playing on railway lines near Darlington
Train lines were blocked and journeys delayed after children were spotted playing on railway lines by staff members of train operators over the weekend Timetabled trains were delayed while police were called to investigate the incident at two reported
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Voting is now open to find The Northern Echo's Best Pub 2024
WHEN The Northern Echo called upon readers to nominate their favourite Darlington and County Durham pubs, you certainly stepped up to the task. With a wealth of fantastic pubs to choose from, whether you look for top-quality food, a wide range
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Jailed County Durham domestic bully told he has 'no respect' for women
A man said to have “no respect” for women has been jailed for offences committed over the course of several months in an abusive relationship with his latest victim. Defendant Alan Elliott has previous convictions for battery and breaching a restraining
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Youngest woman to row solo across the Atlantic to deliver motivational speech
The youngest woman to row solo across the Atlantic will deliver a motivational speech later this month when she looks to inspire the next generation. Jasmine Harrison, from Thirsk, made history when she became a record-breaking athlete as the
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Parents' desperate plea to raise £20k to bring body of dead son back to UK
A County Durham family has issued a desperate plea after being unable to afford a £20,000 bill to bring the body of their dead loved one back to the UK. The family of Royce Mallett, 30, who was killed in a knife attack in a motel car park in Albury
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‘Phenomenal’ Darlington athletics team shines to reach English schools national final
A SCHOOL athletics team has achieved “phenomenal” success by becoming North East champions and reaching the finals of a national competition. The Intermediary Boys team from Hummersknott Academy, Darlington, made it to the national finals of the
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Middlesbrough signing Luke Ayling identifies 'key difference' in Teessiders' squad
THIS time last year, Middlesbrough were heading into pre-season still needing to assemble their first-team squad. A host of key players had left at the end of the previous campaign, Chuba Akpom was poised to head through the door to join Ajax and
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Lewis Hall opens up on Newcastle struggles after Chelsea exit and Eddie Howe thanks
FOR Lewis Hall, a dream transfer last summer was followed by a difficult first season at Newcastle United. But after a promising end to that testing campaign, boyhood Newcastle fan Hall, who has now candidly opened up on his time on Tyneside so
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Expert tips from Razorblue: selecting your next IT provider
Is Your IT Provider Holding You Back? Businesses rely heavily on their IT infrastructure, and it has now become a business-critical component, rather than just a convenience. It is essential to maintain operations, drive growth, and stay competitive
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Moment moronic youngster runs over live train tracks at Newton Aycliffe station
This is the moment a moronic youngster runs over live train tracks with his shirt off. The alarming CCTV captured at Newton Aycliffe station shows a male playing on the platform dicing with death by crossing the railway. His friend appears