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Disorder in Middlesbrough sees violence and property damage - how it unfolded
Violent thugs brought destruction and terror to the community of Middlesbrough this afternoon as they clashed with police, threw missiles, and burned cars. When I arrived on the scene, many had gathered at the Cenotaph on Parliament Road at 2pm
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Rare sighting of Britain's loudest bird at County Durham nature reserve
An amateur photographer has captured the moment a rare Bittern appeared at a County Durham nature reserve. Brian Howes, 75, heard that there had been glimpses of the elusive booming bird at Rainton Meadows. After a fruitless morning on Monday
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Historic listed buildings could become flats in new plans
A developer has asked for planning permission to turn offices and a former mayor’s home in a 19th-century building into flats. The Victorian grade II listed buildings including Barrington House on Yarm Lane, Stockton will be changed from their
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North East football legend surprises new parents at hospital maternity unit
Middlesbrough legend Juninho delighted new parents and staff during a surprise visit to the James Cook University Hospital's maternity unit. The legendary player, affectionately known as the "little fella," returned to the North East as part of
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Violent scenes as Middlesbrough is the latest to be hit by disorder
Large scale disorder has broken out in Middlesbrough as violent anti-immigration demonstrations continue across the country. A car has been overturned and burned, missiles have been thrown at police and property and several arrests have been made
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PICTURES: Hundreds turn out to cheer on the runners at Darlington 10k
Hundreds of people packed the centre of Darlington this morning to cheer on their relatives or take on the daunting 10k run themselves. The children took on a fun run to start the day off, enjoying themselves in spite of the light drizzle.
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Six-bedroom Darlington home with 'outstanding views' on sale - here's the price
A six-bedroom detached house with "outstanding views" in Winston, Darlington, is currently on the market for £520,000. The property, listed by Carver Residential, includes three bathrooms, three receptions, a study, and a large utility room, plenty
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15 motorists named and fined for speeding in County Durham
Fifteen motorists have been named and fined in court after being caught speeding in County Durham. The cases were heard at Peterlee Magistrates' Court during the last week. Andrew Dalton, 34, of Greystoke Gardens, Gateshead, was caught exceeding
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LIVE Updates: Mob using burning bins to attack police in Middlesbrough
9:04am Clean-up underway A clean-up operation is now underway in Middlesbrough. Follow our live coverage of this HERE
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Health experts issue paracetamol warning to all Brits after revealing study
A medical study has highlighted the dangers of taking paracetamol regularly which has since prompted experts to send a warning to Brits. It was assumed that - until fairly recently - paracetamol was a completely safe drug to use in patients with
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Two man charged with violent disorder and arson as cars attacked in North East town
Two men have been charged with violent disorder and arson after thee cars, including a police car, were attacked in Middlesbrough. The men, aged 34 and 36, were arrested shortly after midnight on Saturday, August 3 and taken into custody to be
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The changing faces and names of five County Durham high streets in last 15 years
It's safe to say there's been a lot of changes to high streets up and down the UK - and County Durham is no different. With companies coming and going from high streets, whether that's through liquidation or moving from a certain location, this
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Darlington second hand bookshop donates £5,000 to St Teresa's Hospice
A second-hand bookshop in Darlington has donated £5,000 to St Teresa's Hospice. The popular shop on Blackwellgate has now raised an astonishing £15,000 in the last year. Darlington Lions Charity Bookshop receives donations from families around
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Plans submitted for new solar farm on County Durham industrial estate
Plans have been submitted to build a solar farm on a County Durham industrial estate. A brand new solar farm could be built on land at Foxcover Industrial Estate in Dawdon, Seaham, should plans be approved by the council. Currently, intentions
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'Mindless rioters' condemned after Durham police officer injured in violent clashes
The County Durham and Darlington Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has condemned the "sickening scenes" which took place in Hartlepool on Friday (August 1). PCC Joy Allen said she was appalled by the violence inflicted by “thugs” who she said
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Non-League Weekend Round-Up: Bishop Auckland through in FA Cup as Shildon miss out
BISHOP AUCKLAND are through to the preliminary round of the FA Cup after a 2-0 derby win at West Auckland. Bishops are now away to Ashington in the next round a week on Saturday after goals from Louis Johnson and Brandon Holdsworth put them 2-0
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Bruno Guimaraes makes statement on future as Eddie Howe issues Alexander Isak update
BRUNO GUIMARAES has drawn a line under transfer talk linking him with a move away from Tyneside and reaffirmed the depth of his commitment to Newcastle United. Guimaraes’ future has been the subject of considerable debate this summer, with a clause
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Mary, 90, reveals the secrets of Shildon's best fish and chips
MARY PRESTEDGE stands behind the counter of her Shildon fishie, hands resting on pages from The Northern Echo of the previous day, the stainless steel of her range gleaming beside her and her pans of mushy peas and curry sauce. The archive photograph
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Meet the Quaker keeper who won Olympic gold, but died of injuries sustained in goal
RONALD GILCHRIST BREBNER was ther Quaker goalkeeper who won gold in the Olympics but who died just a couple of years later of injuries sustained when he was making a save in a match. Ron was born in Darlington, the son of a Blackwellgate gunsmith
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Newcastle United's timetable for more Marc Guehi talks amid Liverpool speculation
NEWCASTLE UNITED are set to hold a new round of talks over Marc Guehi in the next 24 hours amid mounting talk of competing interest from Liverpool in the England international. Newcastle officials discussed Guehi’s position with their counterparts
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Police have no formal report of acid attack in North East town amid unrest
Police have not had any formal complaints of an acid attack in Middlesbrough despite rumours online. There was some information passed on to Cleveland Police yesterday but the caller was not able to confirm any details. Officers attended the
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Durham City road closures announced for August to demolish footbridge
Motorists have been warned of several road closures throughout August while a Durham footbridge is demolished. Leazes Footbridge was closed last year on health and safety grounds after multiple surveys determined it could no longer bear the weight
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Four houses in one: Former farmhouse in unspoilt countryside is on the market
WHY settle for one house when you can have four – plus a built-in opportunity to run a lifestyle business to boost your family finances. Well that’s just what Westfield Farm offers potential buyers. As well as a grade II listed former farmhouse
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Man reunited with limited edition carrier bag from Teesside Park after decade
Today's Object of the Week is something a bit different than the usual offering... it's a carrier bag! When James Harker took a call from his dad about a carrier bag, he was absolutely delighted - because this was not just any old carrier bag.
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Family's delight as dolphin pod filmed swimming along County Durham coastline
A family have been left delighted after they captured video of a pod of dolphins jumping in and out of the ocean along the County Durham coastline earlier this week. Lauren Whitaker, 36, of Ryhope, was left shocked yet overjoyed when a visit to
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Mayor pushes for investment into deprived County Durham town 'as soon as possible'
The North East mayor is trying to bring forward funding to help one of the most deprived towns in the region. Durham County Council put Horden forward for £20m of Levelling Up funding in 2023 but the bid did not succeed. But the council has found
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Middlesbrough's Premier League loan stance & Sunderland 'push' in striker battle
MIDDLESBROUGH and Sunderland are both hopeful of adding to their forward line this week, with Boro in talks with Bristol City over Tommy Conway and the Black Cats continuing their efforts to sign a striker. Here's the latest from both clubs in
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REVEALED: The 48 County Durham schools rated by Ofsted inspectors this year
Finding a school for your child can be tricky - with a range of factors in the decision making process for parents. Whether it's location, ease of transport or ratings, there's one sure fire way to know your child is going to a good school, and
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Charity benefits from funding boost for mental health initiative
A North East charity has received crucial funding to enhance its mental health initiative, Game of II Halves. Sunderland AFC's official charity, The Foundation of Light is one of nearly 250 across Cumbria and the North East to receive a share of
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Woman lands £11,000 fine for breaking 'joke' five-minute rule at Darlington car park
A fuming driver has been ordered to pay more than £11,000 in fines from the same car park after falling foul of a bizarre five-minute rule. Hannah Robinson, 21, regularly parked her BMW in the centre of Darlington, while working at a nearby steak
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Michael Carrick's hopeful view on Boro transfer movement ahead of start of season
MICHAEL CARRICK has given a glimmer of hope that Middlesbrough could have a new signing through the door ahead of next weekend’s Championship season opener with Swansea City. Boro completed their pre-season programme yesterday as Delano Burgzorg
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Sunderland backroom team latest as Le Bris offer telling update after interviews
REGIS Le Bris says efforts to bolster his backroom team are continuing but Sunderland's head coach insists he'd be happy to go forward with the current support staff if the Black Cats can't find the right candidates. Sunderland have held interviews
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How will Darlington be impacted by changes to Government housing targets?
New government plans could lead to a housing boom in Darlington and County Durham, aiming to build 1.5 million new homes nationwide. Local councils must now use standardised methods to assess and plan for housing needs, allowing reductions only
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Remembering legendary County Durham pub that welcomed the biggest names in music
A County Durham bar turned music venue has been remembered for some of the most legendary nights around in the region after welcoming some of the biggest names in music in the 1960s and 1970s. In its heyday, The Argus Butterfly in Peterlee managed
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Historic Darlington church dating back to 1849 up for sale for reduced £150,000
A historic church dating back to 1849 in Darlington has been reduced in price to just £150,000. St Johns The Evangelist Church, on Neasham Road in the town, was built in 1849 and is a Grade II listed building, which closed to the congregation in
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Bishop petrol station 'putting big brands to shame' selling fuel at 136.7p
A County Durham petrol station has been hailed by its customers for 'putting big name brands to shame' after selling its petrol at 136.7p. G.W.Holmes & Son in Etherley Moor, Bishop Auckland, has consistently been called the 'cheapest in the region
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Teessider bids for glory in final day of English Amateur Championship at Seaton Carew
TEESSIDER Katie Stephens bids to become English Amateur champion today as four golfers set to battle for glory at Seaton Carew. Stephens, who plays at Middlesbrough Golf Club, takes on Shivani Karthikeyan in the women's final, while Harley Smith