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Prolific Aycliffe thief who targeted businesses 20 times ordered to pay back £2k
A prolific thief who targeted businesses at least 20 times has been ordered to pay back more than £2,000. Goods from meat worth £18 to electric toothbrushes worth £620 were just some of a long string of thefts from shops across Newton Aycliffe,
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LISTED: All 86 locations you can fly to from the North East with journeys from £30
Trying to select locations to go on holiday can prove difficult - from price to selecting a hotel and from airport parking to ease of security queues, these can all be factors in picking destinations and where to fly out of. Luckily, in the North
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Does Darlington Council need a CEO? - £160k top job replacement questioned amid cuts
A cash-strapped council's plan to replace its chief executive and restructure other top positions at a cost of £25,000 has sparked a row over whether taxpayers' money would be better spent on protecting jobs and public services. Conservatives on
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Full programme revealed for upcoming women's film festival in Darlington
A full programme for a women's film festival has been announced as Darlington Hippodrome gears up for its fifth edition. The Women X festival, set to take place both in person and online from September 20 to 22, will feature more than 70 short
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Detectives charge man for alleged rape of two North East women
Detectives have charged a man in connection with the alleged rape of two women in Stockton. The 31-year-old was arrested on September 10 at a property in Middlesbrough. The Crown Prosecution Service authorised detectives to charge him with
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Steel cold realities hit Labour hard
THE steel cold realities of governing are hitting the new Labour government hard. It had only the briefest of honeymoons before its new MPs were hit by waves of discontent from pensioners losing their winter fuel allowance, and now it is caught up
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Emergency repair needed after Newton Aycliffe main water pipe bursts
Northumbrian Water have confirmed there is a leak from a main water pipe in Newton Aycliffe. A team is on the way to carry out emergency repair work to stop the flow of water. Water supplies in the area may be affected and it is hoped a fix
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Warning to avoid Darlington Council scam text messages about parking
Darlington Borough Council have issued advice on how to avoid scam texts about parking fines that need to be paid. They say that there have been reports of texts sent to people pretending to be local councils. The council would never ask for
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North East mayor's Q&A on child poverty, the future of bus services and more
The North East mayor has answered your questions on the future of the region’s bus and Metro networks, hopes of ending child poverty, building new homes, and much more. Kim McGuinness took part in a special Q&A event on Tuesday in which she
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Records fall as Durham dominate against Lancashire at Chester-le-Street
DURHAM maintained their complete domination of their Vitality County Championship match against Lancashire on a day when David Bedingham became the highest individual scorer in the county’s first-class history. Bedingham’s 279 surpassed Martin
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Police trace woman sought over alleged North East pub glassing incident
Police have thanked members of the media and public who helped them to trace a woman sought over an alleged pub glassing incident. Earlier today (Wednesday September 11) the Northumbria force issued an appeal to trace a woman said to have been
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'Heat or eat' fears as Darlington pensioners slam 'shocking' winter fuel payment cuts
Darlington pensioners have been left "fearing they will have to choose between heating or eating" after a controversial decision to means-test the Winter Fuel Payment. This week, the Government saw off an attempt to block the planned cut to the
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43 Pictures as thousands flock to 244th County Durham country show
Thousands stepped out to take part and enjoy a well-established and historic County Durham country show over the weekend. Wolsingham Show returned for 2024 on September 7 and 8 and with it drew thousands of people who came out to enjoy England's
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Why Darlington was overtaken by nuns as they are spotted in HMV and Babul's
Darlington was taken over by nuns yesterday afternoon who were out on the town promoting Sister Act which begins its stint at the theatre tonight. The habit was out in full force in Darlington town centre on September 10 promoting Sister Act which
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North East hopes to double tourist numbers - without 'Barcelona-style' backlash
The North East wants to double the number of tourists coming to the region in the next 10 years – but industry leaders have warned that it must be done without sparking a major public backlash. While around 69 million people visited the region
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Warning that more vulnerable Darlington pensioners will need support after fuel cut
Thousands of people in Darlington will require urgent support after the winter fuel payment was cut, a council has been warned. Local Conservative members criticised Labour for scrapping the Government’s winter fuel payment this week. People
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Stained glass window damaged as burglars break into historic County Durham church
Burglars have damaged a stained glass window during a break-in at a historic County Durham church. Police are investigating after the raid on St Mary's Church in Staindrop, near Barnard Castle. Burglars stole several items from the church
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Three Darlington teenagers arrested after late night scooter theft
Three Darlington teenagers were arrested after they allegedly stole a scooter from a garden last weekend. On Sunday (September 8) officers on North Road were alerted to suspicious activity in the Firthmoor area. They investigated and discovered
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Runners to finish Great North Run from point tragic Sam Wealleans collapsed and died
A group of runners will complete the final 2.1 miles of the Great North Run this week, starting from the 11-mile point where participant Sam Wealleans collapsed during the race never to recover. Mr Wealleans, 29, from Newbiggin, Northumberland
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Former County Durham MP becomes Lord Beamish as he takes seat in House of Lords
Former North Durham MP Kevan Jones has become Lord Beamish as he took his seat in the House of Lords after retiring at the General Election. The 60-year-old, who was MP for 23 years, took his seat on the red benches on Wednesday (September 11).
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Youngsters in region more likely to get lower grades and worse jobs than in South
Young people growing up in parts of the North East are more likely to end up with lower grades, qualifications and pay than people in the South, a new report says. Those growing in former mining, industrial and shipbuilding areas, or rural and
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Arrest warrant issued for County Durham man charged with rape and sexual assault
An arrest warrant has been issued for a man who failed to turn up at court after he was charged with rape and sexual assault. Giuseppe Lamb was expected to appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court following the allegations dating back to January
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Organisers of show say 'safety is paramount' after spectator trampled by horse
Organisers of England’s oldest agricultural show have moved to reassure people that 'safety is paramount’ after a spectator in a mobility scooter was trampled by a horse. Tania Young, 50, from Stanley, suffered cuts and bruises after a pony landed
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Five buildings and monuments in Darlington you may not know are listed
Have you ever wondered where in Darlington is listed and protected because of its historical significance? Walking along the streets of Darlington, it's easy to walk by building after building and not realise the rich history behind it. In
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North East man's holiday from hell as 'armed cops mistake him for cigarette smuggler'
A North East tourist has told of his holiday hell after he was arrested in Tunisia after being mistaken for a convicted cigarette smuggler. James Colley, 57, known as Jim, jetted off on a package holiday to the North African nation with wife Louise
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County Durham home with 'fantastic countryside views' on market for £870k
A County Durham home with 'fantastic countryside views' has hit the market for £870,000. Situated in Holywood, Wolsingham, the 4-bedroom detached property offers 'immaculate' interiors and spacious grounds, according to the listing by Weardale
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Bus shelter collapses and four injured in hospital after city centre bus crash
A bus stop has been left smashed up and four people injured after a bus crashed into it. Stagecoach confirmed one of its double-deckers crashed into the shelter on Market Street in Newcastle shortly before midday on Wednesday. Pictures show
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Darlington runners to take on charity 5k tonight for suicide awareness
A group of runners are set to take on a 5k run in Darlington this evening to raise charity funds and suicide awareness. Glebe Road is the meeting point for runners this evening (September 11) who are poised to take on a run around Harrowgate Hill
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Darlington gym members to run in tribute to man who died in Great North Run
Members of a Darlington gym are set to run two miles this evening to pay tribute to a man who collapsed and died running the Great North Run in memory of his sister. Runners from Physique Fitness on Banks Road will tonight (September 12) pay tribute
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Middlesbrough Q&A - Transfer assessment, Latte Lath dilemma, selection decisions
IT has been a successful summer for Middlesbrough, with a solid start to the Championship season accompanying an impressive transfer window. Michael Carrick’s side return to action against Preston this weekend sitting seventh in the table, with a promotion
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'Dangerous' offender jailed for knifepoint robbery spree in North East town centre
A robber who terrified townsfolk in a spate of knifepoint robberies has begun a lengthy jail sentence as a "dangerous offender". Rowan Hague targeted more than a dozen adults and children at random on the streets of Blyth, Northumberland, late
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Cheapest home in Bishop Auckland up for sale for £48,000 - look inside
The cheapest home in Bishop Auckland is up for sale for just £48,000 - take a look inside below. The two-bed home on Beech Terrace in Bishop Auckland, described as "competitively priced" has hit the market - and it's the cheapest in the whole town
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County Durham takeaway heavily fined in court over health and safety failings
A takeaway has been heavily fined in court after facing charges relating to "health and safety failings". Royal Chef, which goes by the company name N R Chef Limited, based on Manor Road, St Helen Auckland, Bishop Auckland, was found guilty on
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It is cheaper to buy an island in Panama than a house in Darlington
It is cheaper to buy an island in Panama than the average house in Darlington, according to new research. Research conducted by Casino Apps, identified two islands in Panama that are cheaper to buy than the average house in Darlington. Blowfish
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County Durham father and son facing trial for alleged serious violence on same man
A father and son are facing trial over serious alleged violence on the same man in incidents dating back more than two years. But it will be more than a year before John and Shane McKie will stand trial due to the lengthy backlog in cases going
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Major injury boost for Newcastle United as key player steps up training programme
JOE WILLOCK has stepped up his training programme during the international break and should be able to return to action in the next couple of weeks. Willock suffered a thigh injury within minutes of scoring the opening goal in Newcastle United’
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Man, 30, hospitalised with broken ribs after crash with motorcycle
A motorcyclist has been left in hospital with broken ribs and internal injuries following a crash with another motorbike earlier this week. The 30-year-old man was taken to James Cook University Hospital following the crash on Marton Road in Middlesbrough
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Blanket 20 mph speed limit across the UK could lower car insurance premiums
A car insurance firm has said it would "proactively reduce policy prices" if a blanket 20 mph speed limit was introduced across the UK. It said that the average driver could save around £50 a year on their car insurance if other areas across Britain
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Woman raped in park as police hunt suspect wearing 'scruffy' parka jacket
Police have launched an investigation after a woman was raped in a Middlesbrough Park. Emergency services were called to Albert Park in the early hours of today (Wednesday, September 11) morning after a woman reported a rape. A cordon was
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Mystery as vintage military equipment and uniform found left at North East park
Police have launched an appeal after a member of the public found a collection of vintage military gear including a suitcase, photos, and pictures at a park. Officers found the items in Pallister Park near Homerton Road in Middlesbrough, and are
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Fundraiser started by man who died running Great North Run hits £21k
A fundraiser started by a man who died running the Great North Run has hit £21k after his passing. Sam Wealleans, 29, was running the half-marathon on Sunday (September 8) for mental health charity Mind when he collapsed around mile 11 and later
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Tragedy as person dies after being 'hit by a train'
A person has died after being tragically hit by a train in Northallerton. Emergency services were called to Northallerton Railway Station on Monday morning after reports of a casualty on the tracks. The incident sparked a major rail disruption
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LIVE: CSI teams tape off centre of park after woman raped
11:16am Full story: CSI probe after woman raped in Albert Park Police have launched an investigation after a woman
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A week of history in the life of the Boro
A NEW book published by three Boro fans breaks down the history of their club into events that happened on each day of the year. Middlesbrough FC were formed in 1876, so are approaching their 150th anniversary, and although their trophy cabinet
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Government says it will not ‘water down’ winter fuel payment cuts
Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves will not “water down” the decision to strip winter fuel payments from millions of pensioners despite a revolt by Labour MPs and warnings about the impact it will have on the elderly. Chancellor Ms Reeves insisted
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Tees Valley shortlisted for £3bn reactors factory that could bring 4,000 jobs
An international energy firm has visited Tees Valley after the area was named in the final four to be the location for a Small Modular Reactor factory. Tees Valley has been shortlisted by Holtec Britain alongside West Midlands, Cumbria, and South
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Construction skills centre opens in Durham after £1.7m refurbishment
A Construction Centre of Excellence will open to students this month after Esh Construction completed a £1.7 million refurbishment project at Promotion House in Langley Moor. The North of England contractor has transformed an existing factory unit
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Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code
Navigating the intricacies of tax codes can be a daunting task for many employees. Your tax code determines how much income tax is deducted from your salary, and even a minor error could leave you paying more than your fair share—or not enough,
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RAF base highlight 'increased training exercises' over region in next two weeks
An RAF base has highlighted 'increased military operations' later this month, as it warns nearby residents in the region that there could be more noise than usual. According to RAF Leeming, in North Yorkshire, there will be increased daytime and
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Police officer denies losing his temper and knocking abusive youth off his bike
A police officer who knocked a youth off his bike after he had been on the receiving end of a volley of abuse is fighting to save his career. Lee Jarvis has admitted careless driving after he left the youth with a grazed elbow when he pursued him
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County Durham pub near popular retail park up for sale at £225k
A County Durham pub near a popular shopping centre has been put on the market for £225,000. The Dalton Park Inn is minutes away from the Dalton Park retail complex and has been listed by Pattinson estate agents. It is a two-storey building
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County Durham man falsely claimed DWP Universal Credit and used money for hotel stays
A County Durham man was handed a suspended prison sentence for committing benefit fraud and claimed Universal Credit falsely. Ricky Adam Moore, 36, of Hall Lane Estate, Willington, dishonestly failed to notify the Department for Work and Pensions
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'Deeply challenging' winter ahead for millions as Winter Fuel Payment cut
Winter will be “deeply challenging” for millions of pensioners after MPs rejected plans to stop changes to the Winter Fuel Payment. Caroline Abrahams, Age UK’s charity director, said the defeat of a Tory motion opposing plans to means-test the
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Fire safety probe at flats continues as residents offered new accommodation
Residents evacuated from a block of flats in Billingham over fire safety concerns have been offered new accommodation as assessments of the building continue. Dawson House, on Queensway, was evacuated last Thursday (September 5) evening following
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Northern Lights to be visible in UK skies this week - see when and where
The Northern Lights are set to be visible in parts of the UK this week, according to the Met Office. Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on numerous
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North East LIVE: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather
7:57am Traffic update There is some traffic building along the A19 across the region at the moment, although this
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Liverpool loanee Ben Doak makes exciting pledge at start of Middlesbrough loan
BEN DOAK is hoping to get his club career “up and running” with Middlesbrough following his deadline-day loan deal from Liverpool. Doak has spent the last week on international duty with Scotland, appearing as a substitute in Nations League defeats
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The couple who transformed a disused Darlington church into a lifeline community hub
The inside track on how a mothballed church – built for Darlington railway workers 120 years ago – became the centre of an initiative to help families in a deprived area of the North East. PETER BARRON reports SIX years ago, the historic, red-brick
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All you need to know about applying for a job at Greggs this week
Greggs, our beloved North East bakery chain, is not just about mouth-watering pastries and delicious bakes — it’s also a company that values its people. In the heart of the North East, Greggs provides numerous opportunities for those seeking fulfilling
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Ticking along nicely – the businessman who’s put his heart into horse racing
In the midst of National Racehorse Week, PETER BARRON talks to one of Denton Hall's most successful owners DEEP sea diver turned entrepreneur, Charlie Hill, has proved himself a winner both in business and as a racehorse owner. And the founder
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Town's high street pizza takeaway bids to stay open until 1am on weekends
A new Yarm pizza takeaway has lodged plans to stay open until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays. Earlier this year, Yarm Pizza opened on the town's High Street after transforming the former Barnacle’s fish and chip shop, which had been closed for several
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'Opening soon': Signs go up for Italian beauty brand's new Metrocentre store
Signs have gone up for an Italian beauty brand's new store at the Metrocentre. Last month, beauty and make-up firm Kiko Milano confirmed it would be opening a new branch in the shopping centre's Lower Red Mall, beside Three, this autumn.
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Why Pierre Ekwah left Sunderland - and knock-on effect of the midfielder's loan move
PIERRE EKWAH was allowed to leave Sunderland on loan this summer because he had fallen so far down the midfield pecking order it was hard to envisage him reclaiming a first-team spot this season. Ekwah made the most-high profile departure from
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Picturesque County Durham park included in UK top five places to walk your dog
A County Durham park has been named in the top five UK locations to walk your dog, alongside the likes of parks in London and Glasgow. The UK’s largest social dog walking group, Walkie Dogs, which launched in August, has put together a list of
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North East company appoints ex-jockey to deliver racing staff apprenticeship
A FORMER jockey with a wealth of experience in the racing industry has been recruited by a North East training company to deliver an innovative new apprenticeship for stable staff. Empentis Training Solutions is launching the Equine Groom Apprenticeship
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Bespoke Motor Works celebrate a decade in the sports, luxury and prestige motor trade
Teesside’s Bespoke Motor Works are celebrating a decade in the sports, luxury and prestige motor trade – putting the customer at the heart of everything they do. Bespoke Motor Works are celebrating ten years’ trading this summer, and in that time
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Fancy your chances on one of the world's richest jackpots? Punters are placing their bets on a jaw dropping Mega Millions Jackpot. The popular LottoGo.com jackpot has yet to be won despite the demand. You’re probably thinking that the jackpots
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Bet on tonight’s Cash4Life - chance to win £1,000 A DAY for 20 years*
Just imagine, £1,000 lands into your bank account - each and every day for 20 years*! It might seem too good to be true but this incredible dream could become a reality if you win with a bet on one of America's favourite lotteries. LottoGo.com