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Popular farm shop to reopen after repurchase by original owners for £2.2m
A popular farm shop is set to reopen after being repurchased by its original owners for a whopping £2.2m. Keelham Farm Shop, in North Yorkshire, has been repurchased by its original owners who plan to re-open it for customers to enjoy fresh food
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Biggest fireworks display in the North East taking place TOMORROW
The largest fireworks spectacular in the North East is taking place tomorrow - here's how to get last minute tickets. Pyromusical in Bishop Auckland is back for a sixth year on a 7.5-acre stage and is set to light up the skies once again on November
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Plans for use of former Newton Aycliffe Woolworths approved
Plans to convert a former County Durham Woolworths store into a community centre have been approved by the council. The transformation of 30 Beveridge Way, Newton Aycliffe, was proposed by Lifeline Community Action, with Pauline Chambers as the
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Plans for car park changes at County Durham business park
Plans to make changes to a County Durham business park's car park have been lodged with the council. The Trustees of the Paloma I (Industrial III) Unit Trust have applied for a Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) at Drum Industrial Estate.
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Durham Police officer injured in police chase in pursuit of a burglar
A Durham Police officer was injured and taken to hospital for treatment following a police pursuit in Shildon last night (Thursday 31). The incident began when officers identified a Ford Focus, believed to have been involved in a burglary earlier
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North East man assaulted and robbed whilst just out walking on Mischief night
A 47-year-old man was attacked whilst walking in Stockton on Wednesday 30, Mischief night. Two males got out of a red vehicle and followed him to Londonderry Road at 5:30am where they then assaulted the man by punching his face, brandished a knife
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Teenager suffers 'life-threatening' asthma attack while out walking with family
A teenager suffered a 'life-threatening' asthma attack while out on a family walk in the Yorkshire Dales with her family. Phoebe Milford, 13, was out for a walk with her mother, Rose, and her brother, in April this year, when Phoebe began to struggle
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Latest look at Teesside Park unit set for Sports Direct as glass front installed
New pictures have offered the latest look at the work ongoing at Teesside Park's new mega unit. Construction crews are continuing work at the popular shopping complex on Unit 9A, which was formerly made up of Laura Ashley, Argos, USC, and MenKind
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Mum's warning to parents after son, 7, 'given cannabis sweets when trick-or-treating'
A concerned mum warned parents to check their kids’ trick-or-treating haul after son was allegedly given cannabis sweets while out for Halloween. Terri Turnbull, from Stanley, County Durham says her seven-year-old son James was given a pack of
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County Durham shop ordered to close as £10k of illegal vapes and tobacco seized
A County Durham shop has been forced to close for three months after thousands of pounds worth of illegal cigarettes, vapes, and tobacco were discovered on the premises. Top Store in Framwellgate Moor, near Durham City has been shut down after
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Chelsea Flower Show garden given to hospice in Durham
A County Durham hospice will see a new ‘Garden of Compassion’ created for the infamous RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2025. After the show, the garden will then be transported to St Cuthbert’s Hospice in Durham, a facility known for its compassionate
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Arsonist robbed man of e-bike and threw petrol bomb through pensioners' window
A thug who hit a man in the face before stealing his e-bike turned up at his victim’s house the following day with an axe demanding he hand over the charger. Brian Todd used a heavy object to strike his victim across the nose before stealing his
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Huge effort sees river blockage removed from Durham bridge
A bridge blockage has been cleared after tree trunks washed up by Storm Ashley stopped rowers, river cruises, and pleasure boats operating. Elvet Bridge, in the heart of Durham's historic city became blocked recently, as tree trunks washed down
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RAF veterans with more than 40 years of military experience join airport team
Two former Royal Air Force controllers with more than 40 years of military experience between them have joined Teesside Airport’s tower team. Matt Westmorland and Chris Plumb have joined Teesside as Trainee Air Traffic Controllers, with Teessider
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'Those words still play on repeat': Mum of murdered teen says life 'changed forever'
"How can any parent begin to comprehend receiving a phone call from a stranger telling them that their daughter had been stabbed? Those words still play on repeat through my head." These are the heartbreaking words of Micala Trussler, the mother
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North East farm owner left 'devastated' after fire kills its livestock
A Guisborough farm owner has been left 'devastated' after a fire this morning killed a number of livestock and destroyed farm equipment. In the early hours of Friday (November 1), Cleveland Fire Brigade rushed to a devastating scene at a local
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County Durham firefighters issue 'backyard bonfire' warning ahead of November 5
County Durham and Darlington firefighters have issued a warning ahead of Bonfire Night. The County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) are urging people to attend organised displays rather than having 'backyard bonfires'.
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Tributes to much-loved 'champion' and former Darlington councillor after death
Tributes have been paid to a much-loved former Darlington councillor and community champion. Rachel Mills, who represented the Brinkburn and Faverdale ward, died earlier this week. She was elected to represent the Conservative Party in 2015
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Special market in County Durham town hailed as 'wonderful' evening
A one-off street market in a County Durham town has been hailed as a "wonderful" evening. Stanley’s Tricks & Treats Market was a huge success this Halloween, drawing in crowds for an evening of frightful fun, community spirit, and creative costumes
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Mayor launches consultation on plans for North East transport - how to have your say
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has urged local people to have their say on a new vision and plans to transform the transport network, as she launches a major public consultation on her Local Transport Plan (LTP). The region-wide plan sets out
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Newcastle United v Arsenal Preview: TV, Tickets, Streaming, Team News
Newcastle United return to action when they take on Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having progressed to the quarter-finals on home
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Police say sentence passed on Holly Newton killer may give closure to family
The officer in charge of the police investigation into the murder of Holly Newton said he hopes today’s (Friday, November 1) sentencing of her killer may help to bring, “a sense of closure” to her family. Detective Sergeant Darren Davies, of Northumbria
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Man arrested for nine offences after police track his vehicle down on the A1
A man has been arrested in connection with nine separate offences, including a suspected theft in Wensleydale after police officers tracked his car down the A1 in County Durham. On Friday (November 1), North Yorkshire Police officers on burglary
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WATCH: Moment obsessed teen is arrested after knifing ex-girlfriend to death
This is the moment evil teenage killer Logan MacPhail was arrested in Hexham - moments after he knifed ex-girlfriend Holly Newton to death in a "vicious and brutal" attack. Emergency services were called to the Priestpopple area of the town on
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Harrowing CCTV shows teen killer luring ex-girlfriend into alley before knife attack
Harrowing footage shows the moment tragic teen Holly Newton followed her ex-boyfriend Logan MacPhail into an alleyway - moments before she was stabbed to death. Logan MacPhail, then 16, stalked Holly Newton for an hour through Hexham, before knifing
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Man, 32, arrested after burglary at home of cricket star Ben Stokes
A man has been arrested after the home of England captain Ben Stokes was burgled by a "masked gang". Police were called to a break-in at the cricket star's home in Castle Eden on October 17, while he was playing in Pakistan, where high-value items
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14 year old boy arrested for attempted murder in North East town
A Fourteen-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of the attempted murder of two elderly people. A man in his 70s and a woman in her 60s have both sustained injuries consistent with being caused by a 'bladed article'. The disturbance
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Mikel Arteta keeps Newcastle animosity going as key Arsenal player prepares to return
ARSENAL could be boosted by the availability of centre-back Gabriel for tomorrow’s Premier League game at Newcastle. The Brazil international, who was forced off with a knee injury during last weekend’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool, will be in contention
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DWP Cold Weather Payments launch for winter from today - are you eligible?
Today sees the start of Cold Weather Payments for this winter, a government scheme to help people with their heating bills when temperatures drop to zero. It is a £25 grant paid out to eligible households whenever the average temperature in the
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The cheapest towns and cities for university students revealed
The cheapest places to study at university have been revealed in a new study, aimed at helping applicants looking to submit their UCAS forms. The research looked at the average cost of rent in each town or city, as well as other student expenses
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Holly Newton's killer Logan MacPhail must serve at least 17 years behind bars
The killer of Holly Newton in a "vicious and brutal" knife attack will spend at least the next 15 years and 89 days behind bars. As a 17-year-old, who was 16 at the time of the attack, Logan MacPhail was today (Friday, November 1) sentenced "to
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Suspected drink driver arrested after shop crash leaves two in hospital
A suspected drink driver has been arrested after a car ploughed into a County Durham shop - leaving two people in hospital. Police and paramedics were called to North Road East, in Wingate, on Friday (November 1) after a car ploughed into the
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How will Eddie Howe solve Newcastle's four key selection dilemmas for Arsenal game?
WEDNESDAY’S Carabao Cup victory over Chelsea has left Eddie Howe with a series of selection issues to ponder ahead of tomorrow’s Premier League home game with Arsenal. What are the key conundrums Howe will be pondering ahead of the lunchtime kick-off
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Grandparents eat free at national pub chain this month with this 4-word code
This month, grandparents will be able to eat free at pubs across the country if they say a specific four-word phrase at the till. Farmhouse Inns has launched its new Grand Day Out offer, giving grandparents and elderly relatives a free meal throughout
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Evil teen who stalked and murdered ex-girlfriend Holly Newton detained for life
A teenager who stabbed his 15-year-old ex-girlfriend to death in the street has been detained for life with a minimum term of 17 years. Logan MacPhail, then aged 16, stalked Holly Newton for an hour through Hexham, Northumberland, before knifing
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Drive in cinema coming to Darlington next week - here's all the details
A drive-in cinema is coming to Darlington this weekend and tickets are on sale - here's everything you need to know. Love Actually and Back to the Future are set to be shown at a two-day drive-in cinema at Lingfield Point in Darlington next week
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Biker gets last ride on way to his funeral in hearse made from favourite bike
A motorbike enthusiast has been given one last ride to his own funeral - in a hearse made from his favourite bike model. Colin Reed, known to friends as Reedy, spent much of his life on the road with his trusty motorbike, travelling around the
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Farm shop who supply restaurants get one star hygiene rating during inspection
During a recent inspection, a farm shop that supplies restaurants and other businesses with produce has been handed a one-star hygiene rating. Langthornes Buffalo Produce on Crawford Grange, Brompton Lane in Brompton, near Northallerton, was given
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Track repairs complete as part of plans to restore rail services to village
Wensleydale Railway has announced that it has completed track repairs as part of its ongoing plans to restore passenger services to a Yorkshire Dales village. Work began in mid-September on a 0.75-mile section of track at Wensley, close to the
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Middlesbrough defender takes advantage of transfer surprise to gain boss' recognition
TURN back the clock five months and a Middlesbrough summer exit for Anfernee Dijksteel felt not just possible but probable. The defender had been a bit-part player in Michael Carrick's first 18 months in charge, with opportunities in the Boro side
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'This is what he needs to focus on' - Regis Le Bris' message to Eliezer Mayenda
REGIS LE BRIS would consider playing Eliezer Mayenda in a wide position alongside Wilson Isidor, but would rather the former focused on establishing himself as a central striker. Mayenda spent the first couple of months of the season playing as
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Beloved County Durham hedgehog sculpture returned after being taken by bin men
A beloved hedge sculpture kept outside a Bishop Auckland bakery has been returned after it was mistakenly taken by bin men. The hedgehog, known as 'Horace', was spotted by the Durham County Council bin team and they assumed it had been fly-tipped
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Council provides update on Darlington town centre housing scheme after delays
Work on a town centre housing scheme is progressing, with further demolition work scheduled to take place next year. The new housing development on Skinnergate in Darlington is due to bring six three-bed houses, flats, and ground-floor retail
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Darlington nurses embroiled in trans row meet with health secretary
Darlington nurses have met with Wes Streeting amid a legal row that has seen them demand women's access to single-sex spaces in the NHS. Their "landmark" employment tribunal was sparked after a trans woman was allowed to use female changing rooms
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Relief as future of £20m plan to regenerate County Durham town backed in Budget
A £20 million programme to regenerate a County Durham town centre will proceed after Government approval in the Budget. The Spennymoor scheme as part of the Long-term Plan for Towns will continue after it was backed by the current Labour administration
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Two taken to hospital after County Durham shop crash leaves car on its side
Two people have been taken to hospital after a car "ploughed" into a County Durham shop. Emergency services were called to North Road East, in Wingate, on Friday (November 1) after a vehicle was left on its side following a crash around 9am.
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Winter fuel payment deadline looming for thousands of benefits claimants
The deadline is looming for thousands of people to claim vital help they're entitled to and get backdated winter fuel payments in the process. Older people can claim backdated Pension Credit that'll trigger eligibility for the current Winter Fuel
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Brand new Greggs opening TODAY at Durham retail park
Greggs is opening a new shop today in Tesco Extra at a retail park in Durham. The new shop will be welcome news for visitors to the Dragonville retail park. All the usual Greggs staples will be available to customers from steak bakes to sweet
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LIVE: Suspected drink driver arrested after car ploughs into County Durham shop
1:27pm Full story We're now bringing our live coverage of this incident to an end. Thanks for following. Here
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Fire crews spend three hours fighting lorry blaze on A66 causing traffic chaos
Fire crews spent three hours battling a lorry fire on the A66 this morning. The lorry went up in flames shortly after 6.30am today (Friday, November 1) near the Thorpe Farm Centre, towards Greta Bridge, County Durham. Two teams of firefighters
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Met Office reveals when and where Northern Lights 'may be visible' this weekend
The Northern Lights may be visible in parts of the UK again 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, several times
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Eddie Howe addresses Arsenal's 'dark arts' talk head on - and makes pre-game promise
EDDIE HOWE will be urging his Newcastle United players to do “whatever it takes” to get a positive result against an Arsenal side who have questioned the Magpies’ use of the ‘dark arts’ in the last couple of seasons. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was
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Woman crushed by own horse in remote location has life saved by air ambulance
A horse rider had her life saved by the air ambulance service after she was crushed by her own horse following an incident in a remote 100-acre field that wasn't reachable by road ambulances. While riding through Swainby village, between Northallerton
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What's the perfect clobber for tackling the autumn elements? Hello Helly Hansen
Now that we're in the cold, dark depths of autumn, many of us will be venturing into the outdoors, looking for picturesque trails, walks, and possibly a hike or two. If you're a seasoned 'walker' you'll know just how important the clobber is. If
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Eddie Howe reveals worries over Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon ahead of Arsenal
EDDIE HOWE has admitted he will have to assess Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon’s wellbeing in training today before confirming their availability for tomorrow’s home game with Arsenal. Isak was unable to complete Wednesday’s Carabao Cup victory
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November Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?
If you own Premium Bonds or are just curious to see who won the top £1 million prize, look no further. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the 2024 November winners. Only two lucky winners get to claim the top million-pound
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Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason turned down Strictly Come Dancing
Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason has revealed he turned down the chance to appear on hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing. Sir David is well-known for playing Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter in the hit British sitcom Only Fools and Horses.
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County Durham drivers to be sent on 30 minute night diversion from this weekend
Due to roadworks, drivers could face up to 30-minute diversions on an evening in County Durham starting this weekend. Over the next week, motorists who usually use the A167 in Chester-Le-Street will have to use an alternate route, due to resurfacing
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Popular Grade-II listed hotel and pub handed one-star rating by health inspector
A historic and popular Grade-II listed hotel and pub has been handed a one-star hygiene rating during a recent inspection. The Black Lion on Finkle Street in Richmond was given a low rating by the Food Standards Agency in an inspection on September
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"A tenth" of people in County Durham town moved there by London councils
"A tenth" of Ferryhill’s population consists of people moved up by London councils, and it has been happening for "years", local leaders believe. Entire streets are now said to be full of vulnerable families who have been moved hundreds of miles
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Moment Durham dad catches hotel cleaner rummaging in belongings and swig his Sprite
This is the shocking moment a County Durham man caught cleaners at a five-star Greek holiday resort drinking from his bottle and rummaging through his belongings. Tommy Hudson, from Willington, says he felt unsafe in his room on his Jet2 holiday
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Dispersal order in place after youths throw fireworks in town centre
A dispersal order has been placed to prevent people from gathering - after Halloween night saw youths lobbing fireworks at passersby. The order is in the Bishop Cuthbert area of Hartlepool, after Cleveland Police had reports of "large numbers
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Thousands of graduates owed £300 in student loan repayments - how to claim
People across the UK could be owed around £300 due to overpaying on their student loan repayments in the last financial year. Data from the Student Loans Company (SLC) found that millions of pounds were overpaid by graduates who were below the
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North East LIVE: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather
8:07am Traffic calm Traffic remains calm across the region, as half term means the usual school run isn't on the
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Arsonist took his own life on Christmas Day after prison service mistakes
A prisoner locked up for arson took his own life on Christmas Day after prison staff made a string of mistakes. Gary Bell was found unresponsive in his cell at HMP Holme House on Christmas Day, 2019. The 44-year-old had been locked up for
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Family moved hundreds of miles to Ferryhill terrorised by 'men in balaclavas'
A family, who are living in a house with broken windows and being terrorised at night by men in balaclavas, have spoken of how "scared" they are after being moved hundreds of miles from home to County Durham. Juan Flores and his family were moved
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Playing a starring role for autistic children in the North East this Christmas
A CHRISTMAS campaign to provide free parent-and-toddler groups for North East families with autistic children has been launched by a big-hearted charity. The Little Stars appeal, launched by the North East Autism Society (NEAS), aims to raise £5,000
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Fine after A1(M) 'hotspot' speed camera catches County Durham driver over 70mph
A County Durham driver has been fined and hit with penalty points on his licence after a speed camera, dubbed one of the top 20 UK speed camera 'hotspots', caught him going over 70mph. Robert Pouton, 58, of Durham Road, Spennymoor, has been fined
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Lloyd Kelly's honest transfer admission & instant Newcastle United realisation
LLOYD Kelly is happy to admit that it's taken time to adjust to life at Newcastle United. But it took no time at all for Kelly to realise just what it would mean on Tyneside if the Magpies can end their long wait for silverware. Newcastle made
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Regis Le Bris' first-team plan for Milan Aleksic - and tactical thoughts on youngster
REGIS LE BRIS admits Milan Aleksic is still acclimatising to life at Sunderland, but the Black Cats boss expects the teenager to make his first-team debut soon. Aleksic joined Sunderland from Serbian side Radnikci to considerable fanfare in the
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PICTURES: Otters spotted on the river in Darlington again
Otters have been spotted on the river through Darlington once again. Otter-fever gripped the town last January after a family of young European otters set up a home on the banks of one of Darlington's rivers. Wildlife fans will be pleased
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Hospice launches fundraising lottery with £10,000 grand prize
HUNDREDS have signed up to a newly launched charity lottery for the chance to win £10,000 and raise thousands for a local hospice. St Teresa’s Hospice, in Darlington, has launched its own fundraising lottery in the hope of building on the success
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Council-owned housing group rectifying issues with chimneys on village homes
A council-owned housing group has confirmed that it is rectifying an issue with chimneys on an “exclusive” new housing development in a North Yorkshire village. Brierley Homes, a wholly owned subsidiary of North Yorkshire Council, created the development
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Michael Carrick's Seny Dieng verdict as Middlesbrough goalkeeper's form questioned
MICHAEL Carrick has defended Seny Dieng and insists he's happy with the performances of his Middlesbrough goalkeeper so far this season. Dieng joined Boro in the summer of 2023 from Queens Park Rangers and quickly established himself as first choice
