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Horse rider in hospital with 'serious injuries' following fall
A horse rider has suffered serious injuries following a fall this afternoon. North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) and Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team (CMRT) both attended a report of a person injured in Guisborough shortly after 3pm today (July 26
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One person taken to hospital after crash on busy North East road
A person has been taken to hospital following a crash on a North East road this afternoon. North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) have confirmed they were called to a reported crash on the A19 in Hartlepool at 4:40pm on Friday (July 26). They
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The worst streets in Darlington and County Durham for dog poo - according to readers
The worst streets for dog fouling in County Durham and Darlington have been noted after readers were asked about the 'hotspots' for dog poo in the region. While the general issue across the UK has become a tough one to tackle, with dedicated teams
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North East council to provide more support to those with 'care experience'
Stockton Borough Council is to recognise those with experience of 'care' as a protected characteristic. The new measures which the Council say acknowledge the potential for discrimination, stigma, and prejudice among care-givers were approved at
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Darlington barbershop 'ransacked' after brick hurled at door during break-in
A popular Darlington barbershop was 'ransacked' overnight after a brick was hurled through its front door by two intruders. Oakley's Barber Shop, on Bondgate, has been left “smashed up” after being broken into the early hours of Monday morning
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Prolific shoplifter threatened Asda staff with a knife to steal booze and steak
A prolific shoplifter who threatened staff with a knife as they tried to stop him from stealing steak and booze has been locked up. Jordan Hill targeted the same Asda store on both occasions but was spotted by staff who recognised him as a known
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Fashion chain set to expand with new digital-first store in former Topshop
River Island is set to open an expanded new store in Newcastle's Eldon Square. The popular fashion chain will be relocating and upsizing to the shopping centre's former Topshop, which closed after its owner Arcadia tumbled into administration
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County Durham mum slams landlord for 'leaving her in mouldy, rat infested house'
A County Durham woman has slammed her landlord, claiming it has failed to solve mould problems for more than four years. Chloe Cross, 31, says she first reported mould in her three-bed end-terrace in Crook in early 2020 and said rats have now started
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County Durham MP condemns abusive phone call directed at staff member
A County Durham MP has today (July 26) condemned the abuse directed at a member of her staff. City of Durham MP, Mary Foy, confirmed her office was the subject of an “incredibly abusive” phone call, and added any such contact will be reported to
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North East police force now training special constables to use tasers
Cleveland Police are now training their special constables to use tasers and use public orders. A number of Special Constables, who volunteer their time as warranted officers, have already been trained in public order and further training will
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North East pub set to reopen after £180,000 refurbishment- here's when
A North East pub is to reopen after a refurbishment following an investment boost. The Havelock Arms in the village of Washington will welcome locals back on July 31 after a £180k refresh, funded by Punch Pubs & Co. The revamped pub promises
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Police seize illegally-modified bikes after reports of riders mounting pavements
Illegally-modified bikes have been seized by police as part of a continued crackdown on motorcycle crime. Officers carried out a day-long “strike” in Sunderland city centre as part of Operation Capio, Northumbria Police’s dedicated initiative to
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Police and family of Gateshead ammonia death victim speak after killers receive life
Police hope the lengthy life sentences handed to four ammonia attack killers today (Friday July 26) may help to bring some “closure” and “comfort” to the family of their victim. The senior investigating officer of the Northumbria Police team which
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CCTV video captures man stamping, kicking and punching his bulldog Biscuit in lift
A man who was filmed kicking, stamping and punching a dog in a lift at a block of flats has been banned from owning animals for five years. Cameron Brunning was prosecuted by the RSPCA after CCTV cameras in the lift at the flats in St Cuthbert’
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Building society becomes pioneer with UK-first pension plan
Newcastle Building Society has become the first organisation in the North East – and the first building society anywhere in the UK – to become an accredited Living Pension employer. The Living Pension is a new Living Wage Foundation accreditation
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Doncaster Rovers v Middlesbrough Pre-Season Friendly Preview: Tickets, team news
Middlesbrough are in pre-season friendly action when they take on Doncaster Rovers on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having played at Bishop Auckland and Gateshead
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How to watch Sunderland's friendly at Blackpool - plus match preview with team news
Sunderland are in pre-season friendly action when they take on Blackpool on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having returned from their trip to Spain, Sunderland are
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How to watch Newcastle United's friendly at Hull City - and full match preview
Newcastle United are in pre-season friendly action when they take on Hull City on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having returned from their training camp in Germany
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Parents' delight after new site approved for Durham school devastated by RAAC
Relieved parents are celebrating after plans to rebuild a Durham school forced to close because of crumbling concrete were approved. Plans to rebuild and demolish RAAC-affected buildings at St Leonard’s Catholic School in Durham were given the
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Worker seriously injured after breaking window trying to put out blow torch fire
A worker has been seriously injured after cutting his arm on glass from a window as he attempted to put out a fire, caused by a blow torch. The incident happened at about 1.50pm today (Friday, July 26) at a property on Kirkby Lane in Kirkby, near
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BBC brings Proms performances to Gateshead's Glasshouse
The BBC is bringing a weekend of Proms performances to Gateshead's Glasshouse from July 26 - 28. The weekend-long celebration of music made in the North East is part of the BBC's Proms season. The musical spectacle kicks off on July 26, with
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New Darlington town centre cocktail bar announces opening next week
A new Darlington cocktail bar has announced it will be opening its doors next week. The Hummingbird has confirmed it will be open its venue on Blackwellgate on Friday (August 2). It will open in place of the former Hoskins bar. Signage
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UNMASKED: The faces of criminals who duped £1.2m from pensioners in house fraud scam
A gang of criminals who duped North Yorkshire pensioners out of £1.2m in a house fraud scam have been brought to justice - with the council and police now attempting to recover the funds. The sentencing of the gang brought to an end the initial
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Win the chance to start Christmas early with a treat to see Disney On Ice
The Northern Echo and Disney On Ice have come together to give three lucky families the chance to win tickets to see Disney On Ice as it makes its return to the North East this year. Grab your mouse ears and get ready to party as Disney On Ice
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Peace Doves art installation unveiled at Durham Cathedral
A flock of paper doves is greeting visitors to Durham Cathedral this summer following the completion of a stunning new art installation. Peter Walker’s mass-participation artwork Peace Doves has taken centre stage in the cathedral’s Nave, following
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North East pub to reopen under new management next month
A North East pub is set to reopen next month as a new landlord takes over the premises. The Five Alls, in a residential area of Stockton will be opening on August, with new management to run the pub, show live sport, host live music events and
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Five Albanian men in court over alleged street violence in County Durham village
Five men of Albanian origin have appeared in court over an alleged street fight in a County Durham village, last month. At least three of the accused were said to have been armed with weapons, including crow bars or hammers, during the violence
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The 10 most expensive streets in Bishop Auckland to buy a house
The most expensive streets in Bishop Auckland have been revealed following research by a sales company. Property Solvers used five years of sold house price data from HM Land Registry, tracking the average sold price data since 2019. It was
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North East police dog tasked with Olympic venue security checks in Paris
A North East police dog and her handler have been in Paris ahead of the Olympic Games to help with a security sweep of the games' venues. PD Pip, an Explosive Detection dog, and her handler PC Darren Smith of Northumbria Police’s Dog Section, were
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Search ongoing for North East teen girl last seen at London Kings Cross
Police are searching for Teesside teenager last seen leaving London Kings Cross over two weeks ago. Romina left her home on Wednesday, July 10, and was last seen the following day at 1.15am at the London train station. The 15-year-old is believed
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Optimism from North East bosses over Net Zero, with transport top of the list
There is optimism and excitement around Net Zero in the North East, but it is still unchartered territory, business leaders have said. Key opportunities and challenges around decarbonising the region’s transport network were explored at a North
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Police growing increasingly concerned for missing County Durham Katelan, 15
Durham Police are asking for help finding missing 15-year-old Katelan after she went missing in Durham. She was last seen near Revolution, in North Road, Durham City at around 3.45pm on Tuesday, July 23. She is described as white, of medium
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‘High quality’ restaurant venture promised from plans to convert listed church
An empty church in Saltburn which is grade two listed is to be converted into a restaurant and bar. Saltburn Methodist Church, in Milton Street, recently changed hands after the property was sold. Councillors have now granted permission for
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North East is now the most confident business region in UK
Business confidence in the North East has risen for the third consecutive quarter to the highest level in two years, outstripping the UK, according to a survey of business leaders. Sentiment tracked by ICAEW’s Business Confidence Monitor (BCM)
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North East prison staff member admits 'inappropriate relationship' with inmate
A prison worker has admitted having an 'inappropriate relationship' with an inmate and smuggling in codeine into the North East facility. Kelsey Calvert sobbed uncontrollably throughout the short hearing when the allegations were put to her and
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North East ammonia killers given life sentences for 'cruel and terrifying' attack
Members of a gang involved in the fatal ammonia attack on a man at his home address late on a Sunday night were all today (Friday July 26) jailed for life. Minimum terms to be served by the killers of Andy Foster totalled 118 years. Newcastle
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Police hunt for wanted man after spate of alleged commercial burglaries in town
Cleveland Police is hunting for a wanted man after a spate of alleged commercial burglaries in Hartlepool. The force is trying to located Kevin Robert Brown, 46, as they believe he may have information about a number of alleged burglaries in the
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Former Middlesbrough and Sunderland defender is heading to MLS - via West Brom
PADDY McNAIR will be back in the Championship next season – despite having secured a move to the United States. McNair left Middlesbrough as a free agent at the end of last season, having made more than 200 senior appearances during his six years
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RAAC-hit Durham school to be rebuilt and 'unsafe' buildings demolished
A Durham school’s buildings affected by crumbling concrete will be demolished and replaced with a new campus. St Leonard’s Catholic School in Durham was one of the country’s worst affected by the Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) crisis
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Nearly 600 people unable to vote in General Election across region due to ID rules
Almost 600 people were left unable to vote in the General Election after being turned away for not having the right ID, new figures reveal. Data obtained by The Northern Echo shows 584 people turned up at polling stations across the region on July
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Data reveals one in ten homes of County Durham town are empty
The North East has the highest proportion of empty homes in the UK and the highest levels of deprivation in the country. In Horden, County Durham, one in 10 homes are empty and boarded up leaving people of the town feeling “forgotten” and left
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First 31 recruits sworn in on first step to becoming Durham police officers
New recruits have been sworn in at the start of their journey to becoming members of Durham’s front-line police force. With proud family members looking on, 31 student police officers attended their attestation ceremony on Wednesday (July 24) marking
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Bid on never before seen artworks by marine artist in online auction
A unique collection of the work of an extraordinary marine artist is going under the hammer in a North Yorkshire online auction that ends on Sunday. The 54 paintings, drawings and prints are the personal collection of the Yorkshire-born artist
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Gateshead BMX sensation Kieran Reilly goes from stunt star to Olympic gold-medal hope
KIERAN REILLY readily admits it was never really his plan to be an Olympian. The 22-year-old was always obsessed by riding bikes, regularly heading to his local skatepark in the Leam Lane area of Gateshead, where he was brought up, but it was stunts
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Meet Alice in Wonderland characters as retail park transforms into fantasy world
Teesside Park is set to be transformed into a fantasy world as Alice and Friends take over the popular retail park. Shoppers will have the chance to snap a selfie with a string of characters from Alice in Wonderland and enjoy a range of free activities
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Two boys threw rock through car windscreen on 'mad mile' of major A-Road
Police are appealing for witnesses after two boys reportedly threw a rock through the windscreen of a car on the "mad mile" of the A66 near Lazenby. The incident happened at about 2.50pm yesterday (Thurssday, July 25). The mother and daughter
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Car 'petrol bombed' overnight as roaring flames spotted pouring from vehicle
Flames were spotted roaring from a car after the vehicle was "petrol bombed" in Norton. Emergency services were called to Greta Road on Thursday at about 10.15pm after reports that a black Vauxhall Astra had been deliberately set alight.
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Red Arrows wow crowds as they fly over North East skies during stunning display
The Red Arrows wowed crowds on Thursday (July 25) after flying over the North East and North Yorkshire during a flight display. The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team flew over large parts of North Yorkshire, and Darlington, with people even spotting
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Man arrested after 'stabbing' in County Durham sparks CSI probe
A man has been arrested after a "stabbing" in Spennymoor. Police and paramedics were called to Oxclose Crescent on Wednesday, around 6.40pm, after reports that a man had suffered a stab wound. The victim, a man in his mid-40s, was found by
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'We see it too often': Brits travelling this summer issued boarding pass warning
Brits have been issued a 'stark' warning over their boarding passes if they are jetting off to sunnier skies this summer. The inevitability of flying abroad means you will have a million things to pack and remember - especially when you're travelling
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New spa and leisure complex at award-winning County Durham hotel
A new spa and leisure complex will be built at an award-winning hotel. Plans for the wellness facility at Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield, were approved by Durham County Council’s planning committee. The hotel’s owners say the latest upgrade will
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Have you tried ‘fishghetti’? North Yorkshire village coastal café among UK’s best
A restaurant and café by the sea in a North Yorkshire village described by one customer as a “treasure” has been named among the best coastal cafés, shacks and cabins to visit this summer by The Times. The Fish Cottage located in Sandsend, Whitby
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This 'polished treasure trove' North Yorkshire vintage shop is among UK's best
A vintage clothes shop in North Yorkshire has been named among the UK’s very best, according to The Times. Catherine Smith in Harrogate, which specialises in designer labels was also praised for being a “polished treasure trove” for accessories
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'Eddie Howe has the assurances he wanted - now there is a demand for him to deliver'
ON the face of it, Eddie Howe got exactly what he wanted from his unexpected outburst in Germany last week. Speaking at Newcastle United’s training base at Adidas HQ, Howe spelled out his frustration at the way in which the summer has played out
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Man to go on trial next month over death of motorcyclist on A684
A man is set to go on trial next month after being charged with causing the death of a motorcyclist on the A684 near Bedale. in a crash in North Yorkshire. On July 10, 2022, Gregory Newcombe, 26, from Romanby, died when the Harley Davidson he
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Image of suspected burglar who stole scooter released by police
Police investigating a residential burglary earlier this month have released an image of a man who they would like to trace. A report was received of a break-in at a property on Portsmouth Road in the Pennywell area of Sunderland at about 11.55am
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Major airliner recruiting in the North East - here's how to apply
Eastern Airways are looking for candidates to form a cabin crew at Teesside Airport. The airline currently operates up to 54 arrivals and departures each week from the airport with daily flights to Amsterdam on behalf of KLM, a seasonal service
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Congestion as major A-Road closed after cement mixer overturns
A crash has caused the closure of major Teesside road. The A174 eastbound is fully closed at the Greystones roundabout near Wilton, in the Redcar & Cleveland area, with emergency services at the scene. Pictures of the incident show a cement
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UK's ugliest dog becomes Hollywood star as she features in new film
The UK’s ‘most hideous’ dog is now officially a Hollywood star. Back in 2023, seven made the shortlist which featured a variety of adorably unfortunate breeds from Pugs to French Bulldogs. Hundreds of applications were sent in and Peggy, a
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'Weekend of woe' ahead as RAC issues warning to millions of drivers
Drivers have been warned to expect a 'weekend of woe' as millions of drivers hit the roads. The RAC has predicted that 13.8 million motorists in the UK will embark on leisure trips between Friday and Sunday. Under this estimation, this weekend
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Sainsbury's apologises after accidentally using 'racist' term on trouser label
Sainsbury's has apologised after accidentally using a 'racist' term to label some school trousers on its website. The two pairs of trousers in question were advertised as "Grey Skinny Reinforced Knee Grow Hem Trousers 2 Pack" and "Reinforced Knee
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I compared Heinz tomato sauce with supermarket versions (this is the one to avoid)
As a food lover, a table full of savoury treats is always a delight but choosing which condiments to have with it can make or break the meal. While ketchup is a kitchen staple in my house, I realised I’ve not actually tried many versions of the
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How to watch Team GB at Paris Olympics 2024 on TV - is the BBC showing coverage?
All eyes will be on Paris over the next few weeks as the French capital is set to become the centre of the sporting world for the 2024 Olympic Games. From July 26 to August 11, 10,500 athletes including those representing Team GB will be competing
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From Peterlee to Paris - rowing star Lauren Irwin's unique Olympic journey
IT only came into being in the 1940s, but Peterlee already has a few claims to fame. It is the only one of the post Second World War new towns to have been requested by local people via a deputation to their local MP. It is also one of the few places
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County Durham man completes 42-mile trek to honour grandad and uncle for charity
A County Durham man has raised more than £1,700 for Parkinson’s UK after completing a challenging 42-mile walk. Darren Mason, 29, from Newton Aycliffe, alongside his friend James Johnson, walked the Lyke Wake Walk route from Osmotherly to Ravenscar
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MAPPED: How many empty homes are there in the North East near you?
New data has revealed that the North East has a disproportionately high number of empty homes than the rest of the country. We have mapped out all 50,000 out-of-use homes in the region to reveal which areas are the worst. In County Durham alone
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Darlington girl, 5, spreads joy despite countless surgeries for cranial condition
A Darlington couple have described their devastation at learning their precious newborn baby daughter had a rare cranial condition - and how she now spreads joy despite countless surgeries. Five-year-old Ophelia was diagnosed with craniosynostosis
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Officer praised for chasing and detaining Hays Travel burglar on bicycle
Burglary investigators have praised an alert police community support officer (PCSO) who got on his bike to help detain a suspected travel office intruder. Police were alerted to a break-in at Hays Travel, in Sunderland city centre, at 10.15pm,
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Darlington road to be closed for two weeks to allow resurfacing
A road in Darlington is set to be closed next week until mid August, to allow for resurfacing work, the council has announced. Salters Lane North, between North Road and Thompson Street East, will be closed from Monday, July 29 for two weeks.
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LIVE: A19 lane closed following crash as delays expected
9:24am Traffic update We have a picture of the earlier incident at the Greystones roundabout where it seems a cement
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Empty homes are quite literally a waste of space
THE new Labour government is determined to get Britain building again and has promised to construct 1.5m homes within the next five years. This seems likely to put it on a collision course with local people who don’t want to lose their local open
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The Northern Echo Best Pubs finalist: The Fox & Hounds, Neasham
It's time to choose The Northern Echo's best pub in the region - and we've been speaking to all ten of our finalists. Beer, gin, ale or a good old cider in the sunshine. There's no denying that summer isn't complete without a trip to your local
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Middlesbrough's central-defensive dilemma - with Michael Carrick's view
MICHAEL CARRICK claims all four of Middlesbrough’s centre-halves will get the chance to impress over the course of the forthcoming season. Boro’s squad is especially well-stocked in the central-defensive area, with Rav van den Berg and Matt Clarke
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Shocking data reveals more than 50,000 empty homes in the North East
There are currently more than quarter of a million long-term empty homes in the UK with a disproportionate number of them in the North East. The most deprived area of the country, with the greatest need for affordable housing, has over 50,000 homes
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Council apologises for 'confusion' over seafront parking charges after signs changed
Durham County Council has apologised for any confusion after their signs on seven seafront parking changes have been changed. Parking charges for motorists have now been in use in car parks up and down Seaham and the Durham coast since April 15
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REVEALED: The North East dog poo hotspots - including one with 1400 complaints
The dog poo hotspots across the North East have been revealed after the most recent data on dog fouling was released. A recent survey revealed that 55 per cent of people see dog poo on the street in their local area ‘often’, while Google searches
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Newcastle United will hold new round of talks over their number one defensive target
NEWCASTLE UNITED are ready to hold a new round of talks in an attempt to push through a deal for AC Milan centre-half Malick Thiaw. While the Magpies have signed one central defender this summer, recruiting Lloyd Kelly as a free agent following
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Middlesbrough's backroom team rejig with imminent arrival to new-look department
MIDDLESBROUGH are set for a slight rejig in the backroom team, with Nathan Kirby joining the club from Standard Liege, where he is currently head of performance analysis. It's understood Kirby will replace outgoing first team opposition analyst