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Final push for County Durham charity runner on Premier League ground mission
A County Durham charity runner is on the final push on his mission to run between all 20 Premier League Football Grounds to raise funds and suicide awareness. The journey of a lifetime for Matthew Smith from Chester Le Street charity If U Care
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Bright green vessel to become familiar sight as it keeps North East river port safe
The Emerald Duchess has proudly made its arrival to the River Tees where she will become a familiar sight as she provides a vital dredging service to shipping in the region. The £23m dredger, a major investment by PD Ports into the economic and
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North East mayor insists she won't back down on pledge to end child poverty
The North East mayor is expected to announce new plans to combat child poverty – and insists she will not back down on a pledge to end the scourge. The Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands that Kim McGuinness is due to bring forward
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Sunderland make bold first move for Sheffield United, Stoke & Norwich striker target
SUNDERLAND have made the first move in the fierce transfer battle for Tom Cannon, with the Black Cats set to be involved in a hotly-contested scrap for the Leicester striker's signature in the final days of the transfer window. Norwich City, Stoke
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All lines blocked after trespassers spotted on railway in County Durham
Lines are blocked and passengers are experiencing delays after trespassers were spotted on a train tracks County Durham this evening. Operator TransPennine Express confirmed the news on X, stating that trains through Chester Le Street this evening
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Plans unveiled for 285 more homes in fields on edge of town - making 670 in total
Plans have been unveiled for up to 285 homes on fields in Stockton – bringing the total new homes under a wider development to 670 if the proposals are approved. Developer Vistry North East wants to build the new homes on land at Summerville Farm
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Listed: Five free places to visit in County Durham before the summer holidays end
The summer holidays are nearly at an end, but there is still time to have a day out and there are plenty of places you can visit across County Durham for free. It's not long now until all the kids will be back to school - but there is still time
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Former care home transformed into 11-bed residential centre
A former care home in Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, has been transformed into an 11-bed residential centre for people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, thanks to support from Unity Trust Bank. The project was the brainchild of former nurse
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North East man to appear in court after being charged with betting shop burglary
A North East man has been charged with burglary and will appear in court after a betting shop suffered a break-in over the weekend. Stuart Carberry of Saltholme Close in Middlesbrough will appear at Teesside Magistrates Court after being charged
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'Life changing' North East nursery earns outstanding rating from OFSTED
A North East nursery has been rated outstanding by OFSTED inspectors who described it as "life changing" for children. Rosedene Easterside Nursery in Middlesbrough was awarded the top grade after an inspection in July found a staff met high standards
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Classic car and bike lovers come out in force for show in County Durham - pictures
County Durham's classic car and bike lovers enjoyed a real treat treat as a classic car show returned to the grounds of a historic house for the second time this year - take a look at these pictures. The gardens at Ushaw Historic House were taken
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Over 1,300 dog cruelty incidents reported to RSPCA in County Durham last year
The RSPCA have launched a new appeal to "make a stand" following a shocking increase in cases of dog cruelty across the nation. 1,352 instances of dog cruelty in Durham were reported to the RSPCA last year, it has been revealed as the charity launches
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Woman left shaken after answering door to man who allegedly sexually assaulted her
A woman was left shaken after she was allegedly sexually assaulted when she answered the door to a man yesterday evening. Police have arrested a man in connection with the incident on a street near Albert Park, in Middlesbrough, at 6.40pm on Sunday
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Man fighting for his life after crash involving two motorbikes and car
A man is fighting for his life in hospital after a crash involving two motorcycles and a car in North Yorkshire yesterday. Police are are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following the collision on the A169 near Saltersgate Bank, between
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North East man accused of multiple offences including assault to appear in court
A man is set to appear in court today after he was charged with multiple offences including the assault of an emergency worker. Joshua Jacob Yates, 27, who will appear at Teesside Magistrates Court today (August 26), has been charged with grievous
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Suspected explosive device that closed beach turns out to be part of CHILDREN'S TOY
The discovery of a suspected explosive device that caused the closure of a North East beach over the weekend was found to have been part of a children's toy, police have confirmed. Police were first alerted to the discovery on Redcar Beach on
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Footage shows Lake District campsite underwater after flooding
A VIDEO has revealed the extent of flooding in Keswick over the weekend showing much of the town's camp and caravan site underwater. The campsite and caravan park had to be closed on Friday, in the aftermath of Storm Lilian, forcing holidaymakers
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Raye shows her star power on third day of Leeds Festival - in pictures
Like all good things, they must come to an end. And on Sunday night, whilst rumours of a potential Oasis reunion resonated around Reading Festival via Friday’s Leeds headliner Liam Gallagher, it was time for headliners Fred Again and Lana Del Rey to
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Former England national team boss Sven-Goran Eriksson dies at the age of 76
Sven-Goran Eriksson, the former England national team football manager has died at the age of 76. He revealed that he had pancreatic cancer in January 2024 and that he had only been given one year to live. In a statement, his family said: "
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Alice in Wonderland and other free activities at Summer fantasy event in park
Teesside Park has been transformed into a fantasy world, with a range of free activities inspired by children’s classic Alice in Wonderland taking place throughout the summer holidays, including meet and greets. On Saturday 31st August, between
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Ever heard of Pickleball? International competition featured team from North East
Members of a new club for players of one of the country's fastest-growing sports have taken part in a recond-breaking international championship. Seven members of the North Yorkshire club, based between Richmond and Darlington, took part in the
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Drunken man dragged partner from doorstep of mother's County Durham home
A man with a track record for violence and specifically domestic disorder is behind bars following his latest drunken outburst inflicted on a partner. William McClacklan appeared before Durham Crown Court, via video link from the city’s nearby
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Newcastle make fresh transfer push amid Eddie Howe's 'right players' vow
NEWCASTLE United will make a fresh push to sign James Trafford from Burnley this week but any move for the goalkeeper will hinge on the Magpies being able to offload either Martin Dubravka or Odysseas Vlachodimos. United held talks with Burnley
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Search begins for Disappeared North East soldier Robert Nairac on Irish border
A search is set to start in a remote area of the Irish border for Disappeared soldier Robert Nairac who hails from the North East. The British Army officer is believed to have been abducted by the Provisional IRA while on an undercover operation
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Speculation of Oasis reunion reaches fever pitch as brothers tease band announcement
Liam and Noel Gallagher have heightened speculation that an Oasis reunion could finally be on the horizon as the brothers teased a band announcement could be made on Tuesday. A short clip of a sign in the style of the Oasis logo was shared to both
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Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after body of man found in park
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a body was found in a park in Gateshead. Officers attended a grassy area off Shipcote Lane at 6.10am yesterday (Sunday) after receiving a report of concern for the welfare of a man. The
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When the Battle of Barney shot the town to greater fame than Cummings' eyetest
THIS postcard commemorates Barnard Castle’s first planning dispute which, due to a South African field gun, shot the town to a fame that was only equalled 120 years later when a government adviser decided to test his eyesight in the town. The
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Michael Carrick comes to swift conclusion on Middlesbrough summer signing
HE might have only turned 22 earlier this month, but Michael Carrick says he can tell Middlesbrough summer signing Tommy Conway already has plenty of Championship experience under his belt. The forward was fast approaching 100 appearances for Bristol
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Woman seriously hurt after being hit by motorcycle near village cricket club
A woman in her 80s has been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a motorcycle near a village cricket club. Police have appealed for witnesses and dashcam footage after a the collision on the A6108 close to West Tanfield
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County Durham man with driving 'obsession' jailed over police chase after drug use
A man with a history of driving while unfit through drugs has been jailed over a police pursuit which ended with him badly damaging a crop growing in a farm field. Christopher John Nash was at the wheel of a friend’s Mitsubishi Shogun which came
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SECOND home in same street boarded up by police after reports of drug activity
Police have boarded up a second home in the same street following reports of anti-social behaviour and drug activity. The property on Monkland Close was granted closure at Teesside Magistrates Court on Thursday, August 22. It comes after officers
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North East steelworks create heart for local hospice in show of support
Steel Benders UK, a leading steel processing, profiling and forming company, has used its skill and expertise to create something extraordinary for Teesside Hospice’s ‘Forever in Our Hearts’ campaign. Their work has helped to create a stunning
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Plans to open up a swimming pool for private hire in County Durham
PLANS have been submitted to Durham County Council to change the use of a swimming pool from domestic to private hire for up to eight guests at a time. The plans include internal alterations and creation of passing place on access track, at Firtree
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Care home comes together to help boy, 15, realise his dreams of helping others
RESIDENTS at a leading care home have swung into action to help a Wearside boy achieve his dream of helping others. When they and staff at Belle Vue House, Mowbray Close, Sunderland heard that 15-year-old George Cowley, a student at Southmoor
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Darlington training yard to open free to the public for National Racehorse Week
A training yard near Darlington to open its doors free to the public to show what life as a racehorse is really like. Michael Dods’ Denton Hall training yard, which will open 10.30am and 12.30pm, on Monday, September 9 will showcase the inner workings
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North East mum's tribute to 'beautiful' son, 7, after sudden death
A North East mum has paid tribute to her "beautiful" 7-year-old son who suddenly passed away just a week after his birthday this month. Tributes have flooded in their thousands for Sunderland boy Dainton Austin who sadly died on August 19 following
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Matt Clarke and the 'belief' that led to inspirational Middlesbrough return
THERE was a time not too long ago when Matt Clarke didn't know when his next appearance for Middlesbrough would come. Now, how would Boro manage without him? The 27-year-old is currently the only fit senior centre-half in Michael Carrick's
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Jack Clarke's brilliant message to Romaine Mundle before Sunderland's Burnley win
ROMAINE Mundle’s match-winning display that created a little bit of history brought some welcome relief to Sunderland supporters against Burnley. But fans might be surprised to hear than none other than Jack Clarke, the man he replaced on the left
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Improve your life with robot-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery
One of the UK’s most experienced users of the Mako® robotic arm invites you to an Open Evening at Woodlands Hospital, Darlington, to see the latest techniques in hip and knee replacement surgery. The event will be held on Monday September 9, from
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Experts warn state pension age could rise to 71 and warn Labour government
Experts have issued fears that the state pension age will rise to 71 to stay affordable. The new Labour government has been issued a stark warning by experts who say there is a need to take action over the affordability. Andrew Oxlade, Director