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Why Regis Le Bris has no Sunderland selection regret despite honest Preston admission

REGIS Le Bris says a desire to keep his key players fresh was the driving force in his decision to rest Patrick Roberts and Romaine Mundle at Preston on Wednesday night. The first choice wide players were both named on the bench at Deepdale, with

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Only three Sunderland players will be satisfied with display after Preston draw

Here's how Sunderland's players rated at Preston: 7 Moore: Made a fine save at full stretch to deny Riis just before the break. Another clean sheet. One of only a few players - along with Luke O'Nien and substitute Patrick Roberts - who will leave

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Sunderland surprise doesn't work but Black Cats have handy knack in promotion race

PRETTY and memorable it most certainly was not. In fact, it may well prove to be one of the more forgettable games of Sunderland’s season. But getting something rather than nothing even when you’re below par is a handy knack in a promotion race

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Major UK retailer closing doors on Boxing Day at all its North East locations

A major UK retailer will close its doors across its shops in the North East this Boxing Day, as the business has committed to giving staff time off with their families. Jeweller Beaverbrooks said it has been a tradition for more than 100 years 

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Point of knife snapped off in man's neck during stabbing, jury hears

A man who suffered a stab wound to the chest also had a potentially fatal ten-centimetre wound to his neck leaving the knife tip snapped off, a jury has heard. Karl Glease suffered at least nine knife injuries, including three serious stab wounds

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Flight school steps in to help customers grounded after closure of another firm

A flight school is stepping in to support customers left stranded after the collapse of another flight training centre at Teesside International Airport. AeroSchool were responding to the sudden closure of  Eden Flight Training, which prompted

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What a ‘lovely’ night at Scouting for Girls concert in Middlesbrough

Olivia Howett went to watch the Scouting for Girls concert at Middlesbrough Town Hall on Monday night (November 4) - and this is what she thought of it.  Scouting for Girls delivered an unforgettable night at Middlesbrough Town Hall, mixing nostalgia

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Flood-damaged riverside walk reopened after vital repairs carried out

A popular walking route in North Yorkshire has been reopened after it was left water-damaged following a flooding incident earlier in the year. Part of the riverside route, which runs along the River Swale at Gunnerside in Swaledale, reopened after

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Residents wake to cars in flames in 'arson attack' as pictures show charred wreckages

Residents on a Newton Aycliffe street woke to their cars engulfed in flames in the early hours of the morning. Police believe the three cars were the subject of an arson attack and have launched a full probe. Neighbours on Hutton Place told

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Regis Le Bris springs an attacking surprise with three Sunderland changes at Preston

REGIS Le Bris has made three changes to his Sunderland team at Preston - including a couple of attacking surprises. Aaron Connolly and Tommy Watson are both in for their full Sunderland debuts, replacing Patrick Roberts and Romaine Mundle in attack

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Preston 0-0 Sunderland highlights as Black Cats leave Deepdale with a point

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Brutal killer treated fragile partner like a 'punch bag' before her death

An alcoholic who subjected his vulnerable on/off partner to a series of “brutal beatings” in the days before her death was today (Wed Nov 6) given a life prison sentence for her murder. Stephen George Todd, 41, must serve at least 21 years and

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Confusion, shock, and awe: How the night poison plot GP's home was raided unfolded

“Have you seen there’s police in The Rings in Ingleby?”  It’s often the way many breaking news incidents start. A source sends a message in, prompted by the sight of blue flashing lights or the sound of wailing sirens.  But what could’ve been

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Hundreds of private social housing in Darlington not up to standards

Hundreds of privately owned social houses did not meet regulatory standards in Darlington earlier this year, figures show. A housing charity has said there is "no excuse" for poor quality social housing. Regulations stipulate every social home

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Brand new hairdressers opens in the 'heart of Darlington'

A stylish new Darlington Hairdressers, Bohemian House, has opened on Blackwell Gate in Darlington town centre offering an escape from everyday life. Bohemian House, owned by Katie Lozman is described as an "independently owned hair salon in the

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Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall pays tribute to North East hometown football club

Pop star Jade Thirlwall has shown her "undying support" for her hometown football club, featuring in her latest music video.  The Little Mix star featured South Shields Football Club, in her debut solo music video, ‘Angel of My Dreams’, where the

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Darlington pub submits plans to greenlight play area for children

Plans to formally approve a play area at a Darlington pub have been submitted to the council. The Copper Beech on Neasham Road has applied for retrospective approval to convert a tarmac area in its car park into a children's play area and outdoor

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Revealed: How new Darlington housing could create 'gateway' and transform town

Initial plans to create a new “gateway” into Darlington town centre have been revealed.  An outline application for a mixed-use development including up to 205 homes has been submitted for the site near Gladstone Street. A mix of townhouses and

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What will the long term cost of the Budget be?

AFTER a long, drawn out and highly choreographed build up, the Budget finally arrived. The government’s primary “mission” as they termed it in typically grandiose terms, to deliver economic growth. Having tied her hands by ruling out tax rises

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Rioter set up checkpoint shouting ‘are you white?’ before setting bin alight

A rioter who set up a 'checkpoint' while shouting ‘are you white?’ was also caught on camera footage setting fire to a bin and pushing at police lines. Jake Wray was at the centre of the violent disorder that swept through Middlesbrough town centre

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Darlington tapas bar WILL reopen 'soon' as bosses release new statement

A popular Darlington tapas bar will reopen once again, its owners have confirmed, just hours after its previous manager announced it would be closing after 13 years.  Sol Tapas, on Duke Street, today (November 6) posted online that it had made

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BBC licence fee branded 'the best value you'll get for £3 a week'

The BBC TV Licence has been branded "the best value you'll get for £3 a week" by a reader amid rumours of its replacement. It comes as reports suggest 'all options' relating to the TV licence's future are being considered by the BBC's new chairman

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'Hidden gem' falafel salad bar closes down in Durham

A falafel, salad, and juice bar has shut down in Durham.  Lazeez, located on the Riverwalk, in Durham City, closed down last month after nearly two successful years in business. The takeaway opened in January 2023, serving up falafel wraps,

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Council urged to avoid incinerators as recycling rates drop across County Durham

A council has been urged to conduct a “complete root and branch review” of its waste disposal methods.  Household recycling rates have decreased in County Durham, causing Green Party councillor Jonathan Elmer to call for change.  Durham County

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Wannabe gangster rapper threatened motorist in Durham village with replica air weapon

A man's "ludicrous" interest in gangster-rap culture landed him behind bars after waving a replica air pistol threateningly at a motorist in a road rage-type incident. Durham Crown Court was told the victim was driving from a Co-op store on Broom

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Appeal to raise funds for North East farm devastsated by fire far exceeds target

A GoFundMe appeal set up to help a farm after a fire killed 16 of its livestock and took expensive fire equipment has nearly hit £4,500. The Guisborough farm owner was said to have been left "devastated" after a fire at the Margrove Park site on

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Rioter at forefront of attack on Sunderland police office jailed for 40 months

A man who took part in the damaging of a small police office amid widespread disorder in Sunderland has been jailed after admitting a charge of riot. Brian Gilby was said to have "stumbled" across the scenes of violence and destruction in the city

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County Durham MP hits out at Government letting London councils 'break the law'

County Durham MP slams the Government for not sanctioning London councils "breaking the law" by moving people hundreds of miles without notifying the local authority. Grahame Morris, Labour MP for Easington and Horden, has condemned the practice

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Key decision that will affect Newcastle United defender is now imminent

LEWIS HALL is being strongly tipped to feature in the England squad Lee Carsley will name tomorrow ahead of Nations League matches against Greece and Ireland. Carsley will name his final squad prior to stepping aside for new permanent boss Thomas

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Plans to convert flat into community space approved by council

Plans to convert a North Yorkshire flat into a community and commercial space have been approved by the council. The former caretaker's flat and community rooms in the Grassington Devonshire Institute, at 48 Main Street, Grassington, near Skipton

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Anger as fireworks, missiles, and bricks launched at fire crews on Bonfire Night

Missiles and fireworks were launched at firefighters on Bonfire Night in what has been described as a "disheartening day for the service". Fire crews were subject to six incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence last night (November 5) across

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Person in hospital after stabbing on residential street as man, 20, arrested

A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Hartlepool.  Police and paramedics were called to the town on Wednesday (November 6) after reports that a 25-year-old man had been stabbed on Kent Avenue around 8.55am.  An air ambulance

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Murder plot GP still poses risk to victim and own mother as restraining order given

Disgraced GP Thomas Kwan was found to still pose a risk to his victim and own mother after being jailed for 31 years for a fake Covid jab murder plot.  The 53-year-old - who wrote fake NHS letters before creating a disguise and poisoning him at

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Three men arrested after explosion which killed young boy and loving dad

Three men have been arrested after an explosion in Newcastle claimed the lives of a seven-year-old boy and 34-year-old man. Emergency crews were called in the early hours of Wednesday, October 16 to Violet Close in Benwell after a blast tore through

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What is Amazon Subscribe and Save and is it worth doing?

For frequent shoppers, Amazon’s Subscribe and Save function cuts 15 per cent off orders when you opt-in for automatic deliveries. It's particularly good for heavy or bulky items (toilet paper, dog food, laundry stuff, etc.) that you don't want

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WATCH: Moment GP who tried to kill mother's lover is arrested in pyjamas at home

This is the moment disgraced GP Thomas Kwan was arrested in his pyjamas at his Ingleby Barwick home after trying to murder his mother's lover with a fake Covid jab.  "Money-obsessed" Kwan was today (November 6) jailed at Newcastle Crown Court for

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Expired yoghurt and 'dirty' probes found at restaurant - but 'improvements made'

A Durham restaurant says improvements have been made after a recent hygiene inspection found expired yoghurt, “dirty” temperature probes, and “mouldy” seals on fridge doors.  Restaurant 17, on Elvet Bridge, was handed a two-star hygiene rating

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Discount food store to open in former town centre Lidl - here's when

Farmfoods is set to open a new store at a popular Teesside shopping complex. The frozen food retailer - which has sites in the likes of Darlington and Stockton - has taken over the former Lidl supermarket at Thornaby's Pavillion Shopping Centre

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Liverpool 'throwback' is inspiring Middlesbrough thanks to unique signature approach

THE winger’s art has changed, right? Not if you’re Ben Doak it hasn’t. In a world of inverted wingers, where right-footed players are constantly chopping in from the left-hand side to try to curl one into the far corner, and the same is true for left-footed

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Dozens of strip searches carried out on children in Durham in last three years

Dozens of police strip searches have been carried out on children in Durham over the past three years, new figures show. The Children's Society said unnecessary and invasive searches of young people must end and called for more police training.

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Man had machete tucked in trousers when he confronted rioters attacking his home

A man who came out of his house with a machete tucked in his waistband to protect his home when rioting broke out during the summer landed himself in court. Andrew Livingstone was arrested after he grabbed hold of a rioter outside his Middlesbrough

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Driver caught red-handed by police travelling nearly 100mph on A1(M)

A driver has been caught red-handed by police doing nearly 100mph on the A1(M). During routine patrols from North Yorkshire Police, officers spotted the driver travelling over 90mph on the A-road near Leeming.  The driver was reported and dealt

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Showroom at North East Trading Estate for sale for £225,000

A former flooring showroom at a North East trading estate has been put on the market for £225,000. Located on Mayoral Way, Team Valley Trading Estate, the Gateshead property is a mid-terrace industrial unit. According to the estate agents,

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GP who tried to kill mother's partner with fake Covid jab jailed for 31 years

Poison plot doctor Thomas Kwan has been jailed for 31 years after attempting to murder his mother’s partner with a fake Covid jab.  The 53-year-old has today (November 6) been jailed at Newcastle Crown Court for 31 years and five months after admitting

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Preston view on 'likeable' Sunderland & Leeds man who has recovered from early doubts

SUNDERLAND head for Deepdale tonight looking to continue their superb start to the Championship season. The Black Cats lost to North End in the Carabao Cup earlier this season but Regis Le Bris' full-strength side will provide an all together different

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Middlesbrough disorder probe: Five pictures released in fresh police appeal

Five new pictures have been released of people police wish to speak with following violent disorder in Middlesbrough.  Officers from the Cleveland Police investigation - codenamed Operation Acorn - have released another batch of images as they

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Darlington looking up to play-off places after successive league wins

DARLINGTON moved to within three points of the National League North play-off places after a hard-fought win over Chester. Cedric Main scored the only goal early in the second half at Blackwell Meadows to secure a second successive win for Quakers

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Popular Darlington tapas bar announces closure after 13 years in town centre

A popular Darlington tapas bar has closed after 13 years in town.  Sol Tapas, on Duke Street, has announced “with regret and sadness” that it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Spanish restaurant. Manager Zika Nada said that, while

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Desserts restaurant confirms opening date for new Bishop Auckland store- here's when

A popular dessert restaurant has announced the opening date of its new County Durham venue, which will open this month. Kaspa's Desserts is set to launch its first store in Bishop Auckland on November 16. The new outlet at Bishop Auckland Retail

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One in hospital as air ambulance lands at retail park after 'incident' nearby

One person has been taken to hospital following an incident in Hartlepool.  Paramedics were called to a private address in the town on Wednesday (November 6) after what has only been described as an "incident" around 8.49am.  An air ambulance

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QPR boss Marti Cifuentes makes £4m point about 'underperforming' Middlesbrough

MARTI CIFUENTES claims his QPR side were always going to be up against it last night given that Middlesbrough were able to name a striker worth an eight-figure fee on the substitutes’ bench. Boro kicked off with Tommy Conway in their starting line-up

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Keir Starmer 'looking forward to working with' Donald Trump after 'historic' win

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has wished Donald Trump congratulations on a 'historic election victory'. As things stand, Donald Trump will be the next president of the United States. He will be only the second man in history to serve two non-consecutive

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Mum's health warning as lumps dismissed as an infection turned out to be cancer

A mum is urging people not to put off getting lumps checked out - after a bump she was told could be an infection from her cats turned out to be blood cancer.  Francesca Knee-Wright found a 'very small' lump on her neck in April but since she had

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Is a vaccine for mpox available in the UK as cases rise?

Mpox (previously known as monkeypox) is a rare infection caused by a similar virus to smallpox and it’s most commonly found in west or central Africa. However, cases have been reported in the UK and a recent rise might have you wondering if you

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Thieves target Clarkson's pub who slams police for chasing 'old lady Nazis'

Jeremy Clarkson has slammed police for their "inability to crack down on shoplifters" and used his own Oxfordshire pub as an example. According to the former Grand Tour presenter, Mr Clarkson is losing about "400 pint glasses a week" due to visitors

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Aldi to open 11 new stores in the UK before Christmas- with one in the North East

Aldi has revealed it will be opening 11 new stores around the UK before Christmas this year. The supermarket will have locations opening up across England, Wales and Scotland. In a statement, the retailer shared: "New stores in Sedgley in the

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BBC documentary to celebrate 40 years of Band Aid's iconic Christmas single

The BBC will celebrate 40 years since the recording of Band Aid’s first single, Do They Know It’s Christmas?, it has announced. On November 25, 1984, a group of British pop and rock stars gathered to record the hit single in aid of the Ethiopian

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I tried the 'world's best mashed potato' and it was the perfect comfort food

Mashed potato is a food that is a key part of many hearty dishes, especially if you're eating something like sausages or pie. Creamy mashed potatoes offer the perfect accompaniment to the main part of the dish in those examples, but what is considered

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What is Armistice Day and is it the same as Remembrance Day?

Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday have been important days in the British calendar for over a century now, tracing their origins back to the end of the First World War. Despite this, many are unclear about the differences between Remembrance

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Millions of people issued state pension warning

Millions of people born between 1965 and 1974 have been warned they could be set to miss out financially when they come to collect their State Pensions. Experts are urging anyone in their 50s to reassess their retirement plans after the government

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Bishop Auckland shop, known for their extravagant Christmas window display, to close

A beloved shop, that has become well known for beautiful and elaborate Christmas window displays that are "better thank Fenwick's", is to close.  Tinkers Treasures, an interior design and gift shop on Bishop Auckland's Fore Bondgate, will shut

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Artist 'flattered' to see Tommy statue used in Newcastle United remembrance display

A County Durham-based artist has spoken of being "flattered" by the inclusion of his artwork in a Newcastle United remembrance display. Ahead of the team's 1-0 victory over Arsenal, a display featuring a large poppy with a banner reading "One for

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Return of the Darlington beer festival coming to Hopetown early next year

The North-East's newest visitor attraction will host a long established beer festival early next year. The festival will take place in Darlington's Hopetown railway museum site from February 21 until February 23, 2025. The Darlington CAMRA

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Man had blood spurting from his chest after being stabbed during argument

A man who suffered a stab wound to the chest after kicking someone out of his house told police blood was spurting everywhere from the wound. Karl Glease had spent the summer day drinking with friends before one man punched his partner in the face

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Durham Council receives 42,000 tonnes of grit salt ahead of bad weather

Preparations for winter are well underway across County Durham.  Durham County Council has had a delivery of 42,000 tonnes of salt across its depots to tackle any snow and ice on the county's roads in preparation of the colder months.  The

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£19m town centre regeneration 'still deliverable in timescale' despite project delays

The council says a £19m regeneration of a North Yorkshire town centre is 'still deliverable within the timescale' despite delays to the project surrounding the demolition part of the scheme. According to North Yorkshire councillors, work to transform

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County Durham scam dentist cons people out of hundreds as NHS waitlists grow

A scam dentist that popped up in County Durham last week has conned desperate people out of hundreds of pounds.  Scammers, going under the name "The Dental Surgery in Shildon", have taken advantage of those living in the "dental deserts" of the

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School closed for the day after burst water main shuts off supply

A school has closed for the day, after a burst water main has knocked out reliable water supply to a town.  Thirsk School and Sixth Form College, in North Yorkshire, has told parents they will not open today (Wednesday, November 6).  A burst

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GP who tried to poison mother’s partner with fake Covid jab to be sentenced today

A GP who disguised himself as a nurse and poisoned his mother’s partner with a fake Covid jab in a plot to murder him will be sentenced on Wednesday. Dr Thomas Kwan has been warned he faces a 35-year jail term after he admitted trying to kill Patrick

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LIVE: Breaking News, Traffic, Travel and Weather for the North East

7:56am School closed as water off in Thirsk  Thirsk School has emailed parents telling them school is not open today

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Perverted pensioner downloaded videos of young children being sexually abused

A perverted pensioner who downloaded videos of young children being sexually abused has walked free from court. Police discovered how Anthony Johnson stored the disgusting videos on his mobile phone after they were tipped-off about his troubling

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The great-gran who's responding to dementia by making her stand-up comedy debut at 83

Great-grandma Maureen Kay’s response to being diagnosed with dementia is to sign up for her stand-up comedy debut at Darlington Hippodrome – at the age of 83. PETER BARRON reports FOR most people, dementia is no laughing matter. But Maureen Kay

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Shops on County Durham street on the market for £265,000

Three shops on the main shopping street of a County Durham town have been put on the market for £265,000. The properties in Church Street, Shildon, include three two-storey mixed-use buildings, each with a ground floor shop and an upstairs flat

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Boro player to have medical tests in next 48 hours as recurring issue is investigated

NETO BORGES will undergo a series of medical checks in the next 48 hours after he was withdrawn during last night’s 4-1 win at QPR because of feeling unwell. Borges had been complaining of an illness at the end of last week, but was passed fit

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The Northern Echo Best Curry House: 'First class' Bengal Heritage nominated

Bengal Heritage, on Gladstone Street in Darlington, has been nominated for The Northern Echo's best curry house competition. The "first-class" family-run restaurant has been going strong in town for an impressive 17 years, having first opened in

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Neighbours of disgraced GP talk 'pure shock' of murder plot that's 'like Netflix doc'

“It’s like something out of a Netflix thriller happening next door.” It was a cold, dark, night in February when residents of a quiet Ingleby Barwick suburb were thrust into the centre of a major police investigation.  They didn’t know it at

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Regis Le Bris pleasantly surprised by key Sunderland player who's 'changed behaviour'

HAVING picked up four yellow cards in his first six games this season, a fifth caution and a suspension for Trai Hume seemed inevitable. And yet the full-back has so far managed to avoid the booking that would result in a one-match ban. Hume

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Plans to build bungalow in County Durham village refused

Plans to build a bungalow on a former kennel site in a County Durham village have been refused by the council. The proposal, put forward by Mr Darran Green, involved demolishing the existing kennels at the back of Johnsons Buildings, Iveston Lane

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How to watch Preston vs Sunderland, injury news and predicted line-ups

SUNDERLAND return to Championship action when they take on Preston North End at Deepdale on Wednesday night. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the game. WHAT TIME IS KICK-OFF? The game kicks off at 8pm on Wednesday night.