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Police unearth dangerous drug farm in tunnel via trap door of North East home
Police have unearthed an underground drugs network after being alerted to suspicious activity at a residential property. Officers attended an address in the Highcliffe Gardens area of Gateshead, where they discovered a secret trap door in the floor
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Sign plans lodged for upcoming designer store as window art reveals new details
New window artwork has revealed more details about Triads’ upcoming Yarm High Street store. The high-end clothes shop - which was previously based in Middlesbrough for over three decades - is preparing to open its new venture in the town's former
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Record numbers of suspensions in County Durham schools last year
The number of suspensions in County Durham schools reached a record high in the last academic year, new figures show. It comes as Impetus, a charity advocating for disadvantaged young people, said the Government's ambition to break down barriers
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Metrocentre to open roller skating rink in August - all the details
A North East shopping centre is set to open a roller skating rink in August with sessions available to be booked from Wednesday. Located at Gateshead's Metrocentre, the pop-up roller rink invites skaters of all ages and abilities to join in an
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Regis Le Bris identifies Sunderland 'problem' as Cardiff plans become clear
REGIS Le Bris believes plenty of Championship sides will present Sunderland with the same problems that Blackpool did in Saturday's pre-season friendly victory at Bloomfield Road. The Black Cats had to be patient against the League One hosts, who
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Carrick's Middlesbrough hope after Doncaster win and Lenihan, Fry & Bangura update
MICHAEL Carrick won't get carried away by the positivity surrounding Middlesbrough but admits there's a lot of "hope and confidence" in the camp after a strong start to the summer on and off the pitch. Boro made it three summer wins on the bounce
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Young bricklayer died in Darlington village after he was found unresponsive
A bricklayer died at a house in a Darlington village earlier this month after he was found unresponsive, an inquest heard. Liam James Rowbotham, 25, from Hartlepool, was found unresponsive in bed at a property on Cleasby Lane in Stapleton, near
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Wait goes on at controversial sport village site as ongoing delays stop progress
A further wait for when sections of a controversial sports village site will be fully opened has been confirmed. The confirmation comes after North Yorkshire Council admitted that the land transfer to its ownership has not taken place. For
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County Durham fish and chip shop hit with one star food hygiene rating
Watchdogs say that 'major improvement' is necessary at a County Durham fish and chip shop which was slapped with a one-star hygiene rating in June. Broom Chippy and Fish Bar on Broom Road in Ferryhill was awarded a very low rating by the Food Standards
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How to randomly generate National Lottery numbers if you hate picking
The National Lottery is played by millions of people across the UK but many find the prospect of choosing their six numbers daunting. The numbers you pick have a huge bearing on what and how much you can win after any given draw. If you tend
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7 great cycle rides on the new Route YC
Whether your cycling ability runs to a Sunday morning saunter or an epic 260-mile weekender, a new collection of guided routes has you and your cycle covered. New Route YC cycling routes will range from a nimble nine to a challenging 260 miles
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Walking the king's coastal highway in Yorkshire
Walk the entirety of the King Charles III England Coastal Path, and you’ll hike a weary 2,700 miles – that’s roughly the length of Chile, the Mekong River, or the legendary Cannonball Run from New York to Los Angeles. Unfortunately – or perhaps
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Eddie Howe on Newcastle transfer discussions & fresh response to England questions
EDDIE Howe doubled down on the importance of behind the scenes "collaboration" at Newcastle United amid fresh questions about the new transfer structure at the club and speculation about his own future amid England links. Howe is thought to be
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What are the odds of winning The National Lottery in the UK?
The National Lottery is played by millions of people across the UK with around 70% of those aged 18 and over participating regularly. While many take part in the hopes of winning the jackpot, most are unaware of the actual odds. If you play
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Plans to turn County Durham church hall into residential building withdrawn
Plans to convert a County Durham church hall into a residential building have been withdrawn before Durham County Council made a decision. The application proposed the partial demolition and conversion of Rose Hall, a former church hall on Lydia
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Drunken thug carried out a 'degrading and nasty assault' on his partner
A drunken thug who carried out a degrading and nasty assault on his partner has walked free from court as the woman intends to reignite their relationship. Hammad Ibrahim threw the mother of his child to the ground before straddling her and delivering
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Top 10 cheapest streets with lowest house prices in Stanley according to data
The cheapest streets in Stanley 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 found that Rydal
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Sunderland AFC 'legend' Kevin Ball presented with Freedom of the City award
Sunderland football ‘legend’ Kevin Ball has been honoured for more than three decades of service for the club by being awarded the Freedom of the City. The Sussex-born centre-back and midfield rock has made Wearside his home since signing for Sunderland
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Newcastle's stand-out star, transfer need and key man reminder in Hull City win
ALEXANDER Isak and Jacob Murphy got the goals as Newcastle continued their preparations for the coming Premier League season with a 2-0 victory away at Championship side Hull City. It was a useful outing for the Magpies ahead of their trip to Japan
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New acts announced for music festival heading to North Yorkshire next month
In just one month, the UK’s biggest festival Reading & Leeds will welcome 240,000 music fans for an era-defining line-up loaded with electrifying artists and two brand new stages; The Chevron, a ground-breaking 40,000 capacity open-air venue, featuring
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Kynren cast and crew's award boost ahead of 2024 season opening show tonight
The cast and crew of the outdoor historic spectacular Kynren received a shot-in-the-arm on the eve of this weekend’s seasonal opening show. Kynren - An Epic Tale of England has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024
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Town bursting with colour as Mark Benton and Coronation Street star film new show
Middlesbrough was bursting with colour this week as actor Mark Benton and Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell filmed new BBC show Smoggie Queens. Camera crews took over Centre Square in Middlesbrough and other locations across the town as
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How to watch Hull City vs Newcastle United - and team news as Howe names strong XI
JAMIE Miley is making his first Newcastle United start as the Magpies continue their pre-season campaign at Hull City this afternoon. Miley - the older brother of Lewis - featured in pre-season last summer but this is the first time he's been in
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Plans to turn former fire service HQ into social housing scrapped after concerns
Plans to turn a former fire service HQ into a 16-bedroom social housing building have been withdrawn after concerns about introducing residential properties into an industrial estate. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service's former Northallerton
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Darlington's roar-some dinosaur day to return - here's all the details
Darlington's Dinosaur Day will return to the town next month filled with roar-some activities for the whole family in town - here are all the details. Whether you love T-Rexes, diplodocus or velociraptors, dino lovers are invited to make their
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The 5 best walks to try in County Durham according to The Northern Echo staff
The Northern Echo staff have recommended some of the best walks you can try around County Durham this summer. County Durham is home to some beautiful vistas and if you try these walks you might be surprised at some of the sights just beyond your
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Looking for a family walk this summer? Explore Dalby Forest
Dalby Forest, near Scarborough , makes for an excellent walk through the woods. There is interest for children and adults alike as the forest is full of birds, animals and tall trees yet set up perfectly for both walkers and cyclists. There is
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Intruder was found asleep on bedroom floor of County Durham residential property
An intruder who was found curled up asleep on the bedroom floor of someone else's house denies he entered the property intending to steal. Liam Blakey appeared at Durham Crown Court on a burglary charge arising from his arrest over an alleged break-in
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Man injured after 'stabbing' on North East estate sparks police probe
Police have launched an investigation after a "stabbing" in Middlesbrough. Emergency services were called to Brogden Green, in Berwick Hills, after ambulance crews found a 38-year-old man with a stab wound on Friday. The incident is believed
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282 homes to be built on neglected and 'war-torn' County Durham industrial estate
A council plan to build 282 homes on a neglected industrial site in County Durham has been praised. Durham County Council’s bid to build the new housing development at an industrial estate between Peterlee and Horden was agreed on Friday.
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Drink and drug drivers among those offenders to appear in court.
Here are a few of the people who were sentenced at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ courts recently. The eight offenders to be sentenced include drug drivers, drink drivers and shoplifters. John Pawley, of Ryton Crescent, Seaham, County Durham,
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Is Haughton the healthiest spot in Darlington? Visit today, when its gardens are open
TODAY, the gardens of Haughton-le-Skerne, “the Montpelier of the North”, will be open to visitors to raise money for the village church which celebrates its 900th anniversary next year. Haughton, on the eastern edge of Darlington, has long had
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How a Tees Valley legendary swimmer took on Tarzan at the 1924 Paris Olympics
THE 2024 Paris Olympics will dominate the headlines, be they online, on air or in paper, but 100 years ago, The Northern Echo confined its coverage to a couple of columns hidden away in the sports pages. Its report of the opening ceremony on July
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Cooler and cloudy with a chance of thunder: Met Office forecast for Darlington
The region is set for a break from the 'hot and muggy' weather today as the Met Office predicts cloud, rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Saturday (July 27) starts cloudy with outbreaks of showers throughout the morning. Clouds are expected to
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Common flight booking mistakes that could end up costing you £115 or more
We are now in the middle of summer (finally) which means only one thing for those lucky enough, going away. Whether you're travelling with family or friends, you'll want to make sure you get the cheapest deal possible. However, as you have
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English Heritage vs National Trust - which membership is best?
The UK has so many great places to visit with plenty of walking trails, historic buildings and wildlife to discover, including English Heritage and National Trust sites. So, if you like to get out and about in the fresh air and learn about the
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Cat owners urged to look for symptoms of 'serious' disease affecting their pets
A vet has urged cat owners to look for the symptoms of a 'serious' disease that could be affecting their pets. In a world of constant adverts and advice to ease our own digestive issues, you'll be forgiven for thinking that gut problems are something
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What are the serving rules for badminton at the Olympics? How it works
The 2024 Olympic Games have begun and badminton is one of the many sports that you might tune in to. As the Olympic Games has such a range of different sports, including some that aren’t usually widely televised, you might find yourself watching
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Investigation ongoing into Darlington patient wrongly declared dead
An investigation launched ten months ago into the circumstances around a Darlington patient wrongly declared dead is still ongoing, the North East Ambulance Service has confirmed. On October 13, 2023, a woman was declared dead at her home by ambulance
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Northern League Preview: Darlington Town ready for debut after Wearside League win
NORTHERN LEAGUE newcomers Darlington Town are aiming to continue their progression in the new season that begins today. After winning the Wearside League for the second time in three seasons in May, they were able to gain promotion to the Northern
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What we thought of lunch in a delightful beer garden on a rare sunny day
It was a rare thing this dreadful summer – a warm summer day. Not too warm, mind, or humid, which seems to have been the pattern this year whenever the clouds have momentarily lifted. The sort of classically English summer’s day which demanded
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Stunning lavender farm 30 minutes from Darlington hopes to welcome visitors
A stunning lavender farm that's only a 30-minute drive from Darlington has ambitions of starting to welcome visitors after building up its reputation over the last couple of years. Northern Lavender, based in Asenby, near Thirsk, was launched
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Winlaton rower Sam Redgrave swaps hospital shifts for chasing gold in women's four
WHEN Sam Redgrave failed her university exams, the last thing on her mind was a career as an Olympic rower. No longer a student at the University of East Anglia, Gateshead-born Redgrave got a job as an assistant practitioner at the Norfolk and
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More than 1000 donations to Darlington Cares after Summer Essentials launch
Donations to a Darlington uniform swap shop have been coming in "thick and fast" following the launch of the Summer Essentials Campaign by The Northern Echo. Between 1050-1100 items have been donated to uniform swap shop Darlington Cares less than
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16 best and 'outstanding' North East and North Yorkshire campsites named
A list of the "outstanding" campsites across the nation has been revealed - and 16 spots in the North East and North Yorkshire making the list. From the historic Hadrian's Wall to the wild Northumberland National Park, the region offers a mix
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Darlington primary school honoured with gold sports award
A NORTH East primary school has earned national recognition for its dedication to sports and physical activity. Skerne Park Academy, in Darlington, has been awarded a Gold Schools Games Mark in recognition of its outstanding sports provision.
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Walk this stunning mountain route with only skylarks for company
The climb up Pen-y-Ghent is familiar to many. I particularly enjoy the mild scramble near the summit. However, the walk is improved many times by heading along the broad ridge to little visited Plover Hill and the rarely visited dale beyond linking
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Darragh Lenihan's 'best of us' claim - and admission over injury absence
DARRAGH LENIHAN insists Middlesbrough can only benefit from having four top-class centre-half options next season. Lenihan returned from a ten-month injury absence as he scored Middlesbrough’s winner in Wednesday’s friendly victory at Gateshead
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The North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the postcode lottery this week
A number of postcodes in the North East have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week (July 19 to July 26). Check to see if you (or your neighbours!) have won below. Six streets across the region scooped prizes after their
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I visited the 'most deprived' town in the North East - this is what I found
The North East is the most deprived part of the UK on most metrics and the town of Horden in County Durham is one of the most destitute parts of the region. Tom Burgess visited the town to see the notorious Numbered Avenues and meet some of the people
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15 cheapest petrol stations in Darlington, Durham and Teesside this weekend
Just over a year after petrol prices in the UK soared to £2 a litre, prices are now set to drop across the country. Drivers are getting a better deal when they fill up their cars as prices are set to drop just in time for the summer holidays, according
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The Northern Echo Best Pubs finalist: The Copper Mine, Crook
The Copper Mine in Crook has been nominated by customers in The Northern Echo's best pub competition. One of ten finalists in our competition, The Copper Mine has found a place on the region's culinary map thanks to the vision of owner Anne Binks
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'Looks like a headless Donkey' - Visitors 'can't see' 318ft Kilburn White Horse
Have you seen the White Horse at Kilburn in the North York Moors or did you struggle to see it despite it being around 318ft long and 220ft high? The historical figure is cut into the hillside in the national park near Kilburn in North Yorkshire
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Eddie Howe makes Sandro Tonali call as Italian's suspension rules are clarified
EDDIE HOWE can sense a change in Sandro Tonali as the Italian’s suspension for breaching betting regulations nears its end – and is confident the Newcastle United midfielder will be able to make a major impact next season. Tonali was banned for
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I’m a first-time new build buyer – my story isn’t horrifying, it's life changing
Myself and my partner recently bought our first home, a brand spanking new build – some may tut (and even give us the odd eye-roll like I used to do) for buying a “characterless” property, but it’s changed our lives and now I get it. People buying