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Nissan to cut 9,000 jobs globally - leaving uncertainty over Sunderland plant impact

Nissan is set to cut 9,000 jobs across the globe - leaving thousands of workers under threat and uncertainty over the impact on its Sunderland plant.   The car marker is set to scale back production by 20% as part of sweeping cost-saving measures

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'Blight' city centre building cleaned up after local concerns ahead of major revamp

New measures to protect a prominent city centre building in line for redevelopment have been welcomed following concerns it had become a “blight” on the historic area.  Durham County Council has vowed to clean up the former Yorkshire Trading Company

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Police launch new stickers to prevent agricultural theft in Durham and Darlington

A new crime sticker initiative to prevent agricultural theft in rural communities has been introduced in County Durham and Darlington.  Bespoke orange stickers are designed to be stuck onto agricultural machinery and vehicles, which are often stolen

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Paralysed man speaks of impact as three people to be sentenced for armed attack

Three people who left their victim paralysed from the neck down when he jumped out of an upstairs window to escape the armed gang listened to how his life has been left ruined. Samantha Nunn, her boyfriend Kallum Shilham, and Andrew Hobson were

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Former Northern Echo home surrounded by scaffolding as major works continue

The former Northern Echo building in Darlington has been surrounded by scaffolding as major works to revamp the building continue.  The ‘Priestgate Palace’ is undergoing a major refurbishment to transform the site into an adult education facility

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Hartlepool United new appointments and managerial team confirmed

HARTLEPOOL United have confirmed Lennie Lawrence will continue as manager until the end of the season - and will be joined by a new look coaching team. Lawrence, who has been in interim charge since Darren Sarll's sacking, has been appointed as

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Woman 'unable to speak or move properly' after being spiked on North East night out

A woman who was “unable to speak or move properly” after being spiked on a North East night out is set to feature in a new ITV programme. Nikki Garnett, 57, was on a night out in Newcastle in January 2022 when she suddenly lost all control after

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Teen jailed for smashing window in summer disorder released from jail after appeal

A teenager jailed for violent disorder amid unrest which broke out following the Southport stabbings will be released from detention after his sentence was suspended at the Court of Appeal. Dylan Willis, from Hartlepool, was sentenced to 14 months

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Drivers face '50 mile diversion' during roadworks as it adds an hour to journey

Due to roadworks, drivers could face diversions of up to 50 miles across the Yorkshire Dales. Until November 15, motorists travelling towards Hawes and the surrounding areas may be forced to take an alternative route across other parts of the Dales

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Plans to demolish Darlington street's garage to build new house lodged

Plans to demolish a garage on a Darlington street to make way for a three-bed house have been submitted. The application, made by Nigel Massey, aims to build a two-storey dwelling at 15 Prior Dene, within the garden of an existing bungalow.

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'The noise is like bombs going off' - Calls to ban the sale of fireworks

One day on from Bonfire Night, calls have been made by readers of The Northern Echo to ban the sale of "frightening" fireworks. Many people voiced their concerns about the impact on pets, wildlife, the environment, and anti-social behaviour.

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Timeline for regeneration and hundreds of proposed Darlington homes revealed

Further details on plans to transform the Northgate area of Darlington - including a proposed timeline for new housing - have been revealed.  An outline application for a mixed-use development including up to 205 homes has been submitted for the

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CCTV images released after trio snatch various items from town Co-op store

Police have released a string of CCTV stills of a man and two women after a trio snatched various items from a Co-op store in Catterick Garrison.  The incident took place at the Broadway store in Colburn on Thursday, September 19, when three suspects

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County Durham businesses and schools urged to sign single use plastic pledge

More schools and businesses in County Durham are being urged to sign a pledge meaning they will stop using single use plastics. More than 300 signatures have already signed up to the pledge to switch to reusable products launched by Durham County

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£913,000 crisis support funding to help vulnerable Darlington households to continue

Council grants to provide crisis support to vulnerable Darlington households will continue into next year.  The Household Support Fund, which provides funding to help with significantly rising living costs, has been extended to March 31 2025. 

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Department store unveils its magical and festive Christmas window display

A popular department store has unveiled its magical and festive window display to shoppers as the countdown to Christmas begins. On Friday (November 1), those who attended Barkers on Northallerton High Street got the first glimpse of the shop's

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Fundraising bid launched by food company after co-founder's previous cancer diagnosis

A business has launched a fundraising campaign and joined a national awareness push of the importance of checking for testicular cancer after its co-founder was diagnosed with cancer. In the UK, testicular cancer is diagnosed in around 2,300 men

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County Durham castle unveils string of Christmas events - here's all the details

A County Durham castle has unveiled a set of Christmas-themed events coming up this festive season.  Raby Castle in Staindrop has today (November 6) unveiled four Christmas-themed events for the season which will kick off in the next few weeks.

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Jury has retired in trial of a County Durham man accused of attempted murder

The jury has retired to consider its verdict in a trial of a man accused of attempted murder after his alleged victim was stabbed and slashed with a knife. Karl Glease suffered three stab wounds, including one to the chest and another to his neck

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Neto Borges update as Michael Carrick weighs up Middlesbrough 'options' for Luton

MIDDLESBROUGH will continue to assess Neto Borges over the next 24-36 hours before making a decision on whether the full-back is fit to face Luton Town on Saturday. Borges was withdrawn early in the second half of Boro's win over QPR at Loftus

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Universal Credit payments to increase - see how much you could get

Universal Credit claimants will see their payments automatically increase next year, after the DWP set new benefit rates for 2025. Benefits including Child Benefits, Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments (PIP) will increase by 1.7

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Lee Carsley on Lewis Hall England selection & 'great phone call' with Newcastle man

NEWCASTLE United defender Lewis Hall has been rewarded for his excellent club form with a first England call up in interim boss Lee Carsley’s final squad. Anthony Gordon is again in the squad but there's no place for Newcastle duo Nick Pope and

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Man who went on the run after taking part in a mob-handed attack has been found

A man who failed to attend court for taking part in a mob-handed attack on two police officers when they had bombarded them with rocks and bottles has been found. Josh Blackston went on the run before he was sentenced to more than six years in

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Free bus travel for North East veterans on Remembrance Sunday

A bus company is offering free travel to North East veterans and armed forces members on Remembrance Sunday. Go North East is running this initiative on all its services to honour the sacrifices made by service personnel, including those veterans

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Car without tax or an MOT seized by police from roadside

Police have seized a car after it had been illegally used in a North East town. Acting on information that they received from the local community, officers attended to Leven Street, in Saltburn, at 9.30am today (Thursday, November 7). They

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Homeowners urged to flood-proof their gardens this autumn - here's how

Homeowners are being urged to flood-proof their gardens this autumn and experts have shared exactly how this can be done. As the wet weather sets in, you’ll want to protect your garden but if you’re not sure how, the experts at GardeningExpress

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Cyber safety project relaunched to protect Darlington children from online risks

Darlington and Durham's Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has relaunched a cyber safety project to protect children from online risks.  The Platinum Commissioner's Challenge, which was previously launched at Ferryhill School, is part of a

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Simon Moore opens up on Sunderland joy, Anthony Patterson decision & 'best feeling'

CONSIDERING it's against his former club where he was left out in the cold and didn't play a single minute in any competition for more than 18 months, you'd expect Simon Moore would be desperate to keep his place between the posts for Sunderland against

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Heron Foods supermarket slapped with zero food hygiene rating

A Middlesbrough supermarket has been slapped with a zero food hygiene rating - and has closed its doors for ten days.  Heron Foods, on Eastbourne Road, has been told that urgent improvement is necessary after receiving the rating at a food hygiene

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Yarnbombers group unveils its creative and poignant Remembrance poppy display

A creative community group has unveiled its stunning and poignant Remembrance Day display, filling a North Yorkshire town with knitted poppies and service personnel.  Thirsk Yarnbombers has showcased its talents yet again by putting up its 2024

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Interest rates cut for second time this year by Bank of England

It's good news for mortgages but less so for savers as UK borrowing costs have been cut for the second time this year. The move comes despite tax changes and a Donald Trump victory in the US casting uncertainty over the future path of interest

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DWP Christmas bonus to be paid to people on these benefits next month

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) Christmas bonus will be paid to those receiving certain benefits this December. It's a one-off tax-free £10, and was established by the Pensioners and Family Income Supplement Payments Act 1972 as a one-off

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Coventry confirm Sunderland plan after shock Mark Robins decision

COVENTRY City have confirmed the appointment of Rhys Carr as interim head coach after the surprise sacking of Mark Robins. Carr, who will be supported by the club's existing first team coaching staff, will take charge of the Sky Blues against Sunderland

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Festive Bake returns to Greggs as Christmas menu released

Greggs have announced the return of a Christmas favourite to their shops nationwide today, as the Festive Bake is back. From today fans can once again indulge in the flakey goodness that is the Festive Bake. The iconic pastry is filled with pieces

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Middlesbrough youngsters have Steaua moment with sensational European comeback

MIDDLESBROUGH'S youngsters had their very own Basel and Steaua Bucharest moment after mounting a sensational Riverside comeback to beat Borussia Monchengladbach. Mark Tinkler's Under-21s trailed 2-0 at half-time to their German visitors in the

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Pensioner tragically died in house fire as brave public tried to save her

A pensioner has died following a house fire in County Durham last week after brave members of the public tried to save her.  The fire occurred in South Pelaw, Chester-le-Street on Friday, November 1 at around 7:50am.  County Durham and Darlington

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Artist Lucy Pittaway celebrates milestone in Yarm

Artist Lucy Pittaway is celebrating the fifth anniversary of her gallery in Yarm. Based on the High Street, the gallery will be hosting a range of activities for art lovers and families this weekend, with every visitor being entered into a prize

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Wanted criminal believed to be evading arrest in North East

A North East criminal is wanted for aggravated burglary and could be avoiding arrest in the North Tyneside area.  Northumbria Police are appealing to the public for help in locating 36-year-old Mark Maholem.  He is wanted in connection with

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UK house prices hit record high ahead of interest rate changes

House prices in the UK increased by 0.2% in October, the fourth monthly increase in a row, hitting new record highs. The average house price was £293,999, passing a previous peak set in June 2022 (£293,507). Property values increased by 3.9%

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North East pals launch mystery game day adventures to surprise football fans

Two friends from the North East have launched a football-based business that will have customers paying for a holiday before even knowing where they are going or what they are doing.  Lifelong friends and football enthusiasts Alan Harrison and

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Darlington artist's matchbox car collection sells for huge £46k

A matchbox car collection, put together by a renowned Darlington artist, sold for a whopping £46,000. Terry Kneeshaw, who started his career as an artist at The Northern Echo working out of the newspaper's Priestgate office, sold off 450 Matchbox

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Beloved Darlington cheese and wine shop to re-open under new management

A popular Darlington cheese and wine shop that closed earlier this year due to financial and family pressures is set to re-open under new management this week. The Cheese and Wine Shop, based on Clarks Yard in the town centre will triumphantly

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475 Darlington homes approved despite concerns impact will be 'truly dreadful'

Plans for hundreds of new homes in Darlington have taken a step forward after further details about the large-scale scheme were approved.  Darlington Borough Council’s planning committee approved the latest proposal for 475 homes on land north

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Popular Durham pub reopens after two years with major investment

A popular Durham pub has reopened after two years and major renovation works. The Sportsman has reopened as a 'community first pub' after a complete renovation funded by a £715,000 investment from brewing company Greene King.  After being closed

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Pawfect work- Darlington dogs help police remove banned vapes in successful operation

Detection dogs helped sniff out counterfeit vapes and cigarettes in a successful Darlington community operation.  In a coordinated operation between the Darlington Police neighbourhood team, a dog unit and trading standards, officers led to the

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Years of work and planning in County Durham rewarded with top tourism title

Years of work to establish one of the region’s major tourist attractions has been rewarded with a top title. The Auckland Project in County Durham, which includes Auckland Palace and Gardens, Auckland Tower, the Faith Museum, the Spanish Gallery

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Three arrested in Bishop Auckland after dramatic chase for stolen scooter

Police in Bishop Auckland have made three arrests after a police helicopter spotted a stolen scooter with three riders.  Multiple Police motorbikes and police cars, along with a police helicopter, responded quickly to the sighting yesterday, (November

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Well-known TV star 'bereaved' as BBC axes iconic show after 24 years

Well-known Doctors star Chris Walker has said he feels "bereaved" after the BBC's decision to axe the long-running daytime soap opera. Chris, who has played police officer Rob Hollins since 2009, admitted that he was left in tears when filming

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'Gritty Gritty Bang Bang': Introducing the snow gritters named by schoolchildren

Schoolchildren have named seven new snow gritters that will keep Teesside roads safe this winter. It means Stockton Borough Council's gritters are now called Gritty Gritty Bang Bang, Salt ‘N’ Gritter, Stuart Grittle, Ice Queen, Snowy, Frosty, and

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Darlington parents fuming over lack of change to 'disgusting' school dinners

Darlington parents are still angry after school dinners "not fit for an animal" have seen no change a month on, despite promises.  Hummersknott Academy was criticised last month after photos of their school dinners were posted to the school's parent

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Michael Carrick's focus on key area of Middlesbrough side as thoughts turn to Luton

MICHAEL CARRICK claims his Middlesbrough attack is clicking back into gear after racking up seven goals in the club’s last two away matches. Having drawn 3-3 at Norwich City towards the end of last month, Boro produced arguably their best attacking

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Durham County Council send warning as they investigate fraudster dentist

Trading Standards have sent out a warning about a scam dentist in County Durham that conned desperate patients out of hundreds as they investigate complaints.  The Trading Standards team at Durham County Council has received five complaints about

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Environment Agency confirm "nuisance" levels of smell at County Durham villages

The Environment Agency has confirmed that County Durham villages plagued by a "noxious" smell have had odours strong enough to breach "nuisance" levels. Residents from Aycliffe Village and Brafferton have expressed their scepticism at the findings

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The Northern Echo Best Curry House: The Star of Bengal hoping for award win

A family-owned Indian restaurant is hoping its loyal customers will vote for them to be crowned The Northern Echo’s Best Curry House 2024. The Star of Bengal on Duke Street has only ever entered one competition – a contest to find Darlington’s

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Regis Le Bris announcement recognises Sunderland's continued progress

SUNDERLAND boss Regis Le Bris has been nominated for the Sky Bet Championship Manager of the Month award for October. Le Bris, who won the monthly award for August, is up against Leeds United’s Daniel Farke, Preston’s Paul Heckingbottom and Cardiff

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What happened in Sunderland dressing room at full-time at Preston delighted Le Bris

SUNDERLAND'S players were disappointed and frustrated in the away dressing room after the 0-0 draw at Preston - which was a huge plus for head coach Regis Le Bris and perhaps the biggest takeaway of the night. For the head coach, the reaction from

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Accused told jury he acted in self-defence before his alleged victim was stabbed

A man accused of attempted murder after his alleged victim suffered multiple stab wounds has told a jury how he acted in self-defence. Kenneth Walton accepts that he was responsible for inflicting the injuries to Karl Glease but maintains he was

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Demolition of former County Durham school approved by council

Plans to demolish a former County Durham infant school have been approved by the council. Closed in 2007, Woodhouse Close Infant School, now known as The Bale Centre, has been deemed as unneeded by Durham County Council. The former school is