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Storm Bert snow warning upgraded to amber for parts of County Durham and Darlington

The Met Office has upgraded its snow warning for parts of the North East on Saturday (November 23) to amber as Storm Bert is set to hit. A yellow weather warning in place for snow across Darlington, County Durham and Northumberland has been recategorized

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Shop owner 'unhappy' over 2* hygiene rating - as 'majority of work' now done

The owner of a County Durham shop who invested his “life savings” into the business has branded a new two-star hygiene rating as “unfair”.  The Consett Mini Market, on Middle Street, was told improvement is necessary in the hygienic food handling

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Beamish Museum announces Christmas schedule for 'unforgettable yuletide'

The North East's most popular attraction, Beamish Museum in County Durham, has revealed a packed schedule of festive fun.  Visitors to Beamish, The Living Museum of the North this Christmas can discover unforgettable and unique yuletide celebrations

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Popular County Durham restaurant to reopen at new location

"The best restaurant in Bishop Auckland" is set to reopen in a new location this December. Manzo, which was voted the top restaurant in the town according to TripAdvisor, will open its doors again on Cockton Hill Road on Friday, December 6.

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Unfairness of removing fuel allowance from all

WITH Britain in the grip of a brutally cold spell and Storm Bert about to bite, Ofgem announced that the fuel price cap will rise 1.2 per cent in January. Prime Minister Keir Starmer was back in the country and doubled down on his government’s

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A19 Crash RECAP: Hour-long delays after reports of one-car crash in County Durham - updates

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Grant helps historic North Yorkshire town hall trust to turn the tables

A North Yorkshire Town Hall Trust, which for over a century has been at the centre of community life, has been boosted by a community grant. Since 1919, Stokesley Town Hall has operated as a Trust: “for the benefit and advantage” of local residents

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Much loved family run toy shop celebrates 35 years in business

A family-run North Yorkshire toy shop that has delighted generations of children is marking 35 years in business. Adventure Toys in Northallerton has become a well-known toy destination of dreams described as "wall to floor" full of toys - selling

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Christmas events at Metrocentre announced - here's what they are

Metrocentre has announced a full list of events at the shopping centre over the Christmas period. The Gateshead-based shopping centre has been transformed into a "dazzling winter wonderland" with new experiences, festive events, and seasonal delights

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Killer, serial rapist and Suzy Lamplugh murder suspect died in North East prison

A murderer and serial rapist, who is still the prime suspect for the disappearance of a young estate agent, died in a North East prison earlier this month.  John Cannan died at HMP Full Sutton, in Pocklington on the outskirts of York on November

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Civil Court Jury finds Conor McGregor raped woman in hotel

A WOMAN who accused Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel has won her claim against him for damages in a High Court civil case. The jury in the civil case against Mr McGregor delivered its verdict on Friday

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County Durham Homebase store put up for sale amid financial difficulty for brand

A County Durham Homebase store has been put up for sale amid financial difficulty for the big brand. According to reports, the troubled DIY and garden chain was waiting on around £5 million of tax rebates before collapsing into administration last

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Bin lorry catches fire seeing rubbish dumped on County Durham village green

A County Durham bin lorry caught fire on Friday morning with contents having to be tipped onto a village green to be extinguished. The incident in Gainford, near Darlington, led to firefighters being called out. They extinguished the blaze before

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Popular pub reopens after renovation following six-figure investment

 A popular pub has reopened after a six figure investment has seen it "transformed".  The Talbot Hotel, in Richmond, North Yorkshire, shut in early November after a huge investment from pub group Stonegate.  Over the last few weeks, new features

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Santa's Grotto at popular North East shopping centre opens

Santa's Grotto at a popular North East shopping centre has opened, and is now offering children a chance to train as elves in the run up to Christmas. At Santa’s Elf Academy at Metrocentre, children will join Santa and his helpers to learn the

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Free event at Hopetown for Northern Echo's Impact business campaign

The Northern Echo’s new campaign for jobs and investment will hold its first event in a few weeks. Run by the Echo’s business arm BUSINESSiQ, our Impact campaign is an expansion of the Level Up programme which has been running for the last three

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Man threatened ex-partner with hammer when their relationship came to an end

A thug who threatened his ex-partner with a hammer while delivering a torrent of vile abuse has narrowly avoided an immediate prison sentence. Anthony Maddison turned up at his ex-partner’s home in the middle of the night demanding she return the

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Police hunt masked men after breaking into North East star's home with machetes

An investigation has been launched after reality TV star Charlotte Crosby's home was targeted by "masked men with a machete". Jake Ankers, who appeared on BBC Three's Charlotte In Sunderland, said on social media that a group of men entered their

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The face of a monster as Darlington child rapist branded ‘arrogant and despicable’

A vile child rapist who carried out a campaign of sexual abuse has been branded ‘arrogant and despicable’ as he was sentenced to 25 years. George Bellwood’s horrendous abuse left his victim wanting to die after the pervert video recorded some of

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RECAP: Bomb squad at County Durham scrapyard with cordon in place as 'suspicious item' found

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A1(M) County Durham Crash RECAP: Lane closed and long delays

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Woman arrested in murder probe after man dies following suspected stabbing

A woman has been arrested as the police carry out a murder investigation into the death of a Middlesbrough man. At 9pm on Thursday, November 21, the police received reports of a stabbing outside of a property on Lealholm Walk. A 34-year-old

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Michael Carrick responds to reported Crystal Palace interest in Rav van den Berg

MICHAEL CARRICK insists he is not concerned by the mounting interest in a number of his Middlesbrough players ahead of the January transfer window. Boro return to action after the international break tomorrow afternoon when they head to the Kassam

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MoneyMagpie's top tips for Black Friday - Do you really need that deal?

Black Friday is a marketing trick that’s made its way here from the US in recent years. We’re led to believe it’s the best time of year to nab some amazing bargains – but, in reality, you could end up spending more than you need to. There are two

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Darlington game with Hereford postponed because of frozen pitch

DARLINGTON'S home game with Hereford United has been postponed because of a frozen pitch at Blackwell Meadows. Quakers were meant to be hosting Hereford in National League North tomorrow afternoon. However, with temperatures having plummeted

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How will Middlesbrough line up at Oxford - plus ticket, TV and streaming details

Middlesbrough return to action when they take on Oxford United in the Championship on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having signed off ahead of the international break

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Woman in 70s dies and man hospitalised after 'tragic' two-car crash

Police are investigating after an elderly woman sadly died after a car crash on the A696. Just before 5pm yesterday (Thursday), police received a report of a two-vehicle collision on the A696, near Ponteland. It was reported that a Ford Fiesta

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How Sunderland will line-up at Millwall - plus ticket, TV and streaming details

Sunderland return to action when they take on Millwall in the Championship on Saturday. Here are all the details you need to know about the game… WHERE IS THE GAME TAKING PLACE? Having signed off ahead of the international break with

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Keir Starmer says it 'makes sense' to make change to DWP Winter Fuel Payments

Sir Keir Starmer has said it “makes sense to make the change” to winter fuel payments when asked why he was “picking a fight with the pensioners”. However, the Prime Minister added that there were decisions made in the Budget which he would have

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'Darlo Lads' set to 'walk through the storm' on 60km trek for men's mental health

Sixty Darlington lads are set to walk 60km through a storm - both physically and mentally - to break the stigma around men's mental health.  The ‘Darlo Lads Walk and Talk’ is set to return for its fifth year on Saturday (November 23), where the

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Plans to house 240 pigs in rural barn approved despite squeals and smells concerns

Councillors have said they are “minded to approve” plans to house 240 pigs in a rural farm building despite hearing concerns about excessive squeals and smells. Applicant Edwin Wood submitted a retrospective planning application to convert farm

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Future of town centre Post Office left uncertain as plans lodged for Pizza Hut

The future of a town centre post office has been left uncertain as plans are lodged to transform the building into a new Pizza Hut.  The American chain could be set to take over 10 St Peters House, at the Pavilion Shopping Centre in Thornaby, after

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County Durham Grade II listed hall to close for months-long restoration

A Grade II listed building in the heart of Durham City will close from this weekend for restoration works. Essential repairs will start on Durham Town Hall, to restore and preserve the building, as well as the artefacts within it. The town

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Michael Carrick explains when and why he looks to make Middlesbrough substitutions

MICHAEL CARRICK is hoping his Middlesbrough super-subs continue to make a positive impact as he looks to guide his side into the Championship play-off positions. Boro return to action after the international break at Oxford United tomorrow afternoon

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15-year-old boy hospitalised after being attacked by dog while riding bike

A 15-year-old boy has been hospitalised after being attacked by two dogs while on his bike in Stockton. He was riding his bike along the cycle path from the back of Whitton Road towards Grangefield School. When he stopped to let a woman pass

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County Durham MP says sharing his struggles since entering Parliament has helped him

A County Durham Labour MP has described how he has felt “overwhelmed” since entering Parliament, as he led a debate on International Men’s Day. Sam Rushworth said he was raising the topic in the House of Commons to highlight issues around male

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Girl, 10, attacked by dog died from neck injuries, inquest hears

A 10-year-old girl who was attacked by her family’s XL bully dog died from neck injuries, an inquest has heard. Savannah Bentham was fatally injured by the pet at her home in a static caravan in the village of East Heslerton, near Malton, North

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Murder investigation launched after man dies following reports of stabbing

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Grangetown, Middlesbrough. At 9pm on Thursday, November 21, police received reports of a stabbing outside of a property on Lealholm Walk. (Image: TERRY BLACKBURN)A 34

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Eddie Howe's strong Callum Wilson contract hint with injury-hit striker set to return

EDDIE HOWE has told Callum Wilson he could still earn a new contract to extend his stay at Newcastle United beyond the end of the season. Wilson is due to become a free agent next summer, with his current deal due to expire in June, and as things

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Dangerous decisions by a departing President

SEEMINGLY feeble old Joe is intending to go out with a bang (literally) having lifted restrictions on the use of US long range missiles by Ukraine on Russia. I wonder if he would have still made that decision if he were keeping his job as president

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Within Temptation Live at the First Direct Arena, Leeds

Within Temptation Live at the First Direct Arena, Leeds Dutch Symphonic Rockers, Within Temptation, made a welcome return to the First Direct Arena in Leeds where they co-headlined with Evanescence two years ago to this very day.   This time they

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Callum Wilson and Kieran Trippier injury latest ahead of Newcastle game with West Ham

CALLUM WILSON and Kieran Trippier are both closing in on a first-team return with Newcastle United – but neither player is guaranteed to make the squad for Monday night’s home game with West Ham United. Wilson has been sidelined since breaking

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Martin Lewis issues £101 warning to British Gas, EON, Octopus, EDF customers

Martin Lewis, the founder of Money Saving Expert, has warned about the rising Ofgem energy price cap. As we head towards Christmas, Lewis issued a fresh £101 warning to British Gas, OVO, EDF, EON Next, and Octopus customers. As reported by

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How to get tickets for Sam Fender's return to St James' Park 2025

Here is how to get tickets for the new Sam Fender gigs at St James' Park in 2025. The dates were announced this morning after a tease of a big announcement on social media yesterday. This morning it was revealed that there will be a stadium

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Sam Fender announces return to St James' Park in 2025 with two new big dates

Sam Fender has announced a return to St James' Park in June 2025. After teasing fans with a big announcement he has delivered two huge new dates for fans to get in their calendars. The star will be playing at London Stadium, his biggest headline

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Freeview update sees 'important' changes made including launch of new channel

Brits are being urged to retune their TVs after "important" changes were made to a number of channels as part of a new Freeview update. The latest update will feature nine changes including the launch of a brand new channel. Freeview, on its

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Heinz discontinues 'different level' soup which fans describe as 'real shame'

Heinz has confirmed it has discontinued one of its fan favourite soups. The company is known for a range of different products including various sauces, soups and baked beans. Heinz has already axed several products from its range in 2024.

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Storm Bert expected to blast the North East with snow and rain this weekend

The Met Office is predicting that Storm Bert will blast the North East with rain and snow this weekend. There is a yellow weather warning in place for snow and rain across Darlington and the North East this weekend. The forecaster is predicting

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Brits urged to check eligibility for cost of living payment activated this week

A number of people on the lowest incomes in parts of the UK could be set to receive a cash boost through cold weather payments. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging households to check if they could be eligible for the £25 support

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Popular AGLOW light trail opens today in Bishop Auckland - here's what to expect

The Auckland Project have brought back their popular AGLOW at Auckland Palace light trail from today, November 22 until December, 31.  The outdoor trail features 22 dazzling installations, a 100-metre long tunnel of light- one of the longest in

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DWP ESA payments set to increase - see how much you could get

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) claimants will see their payments increase next year, after the DWP confirmed how much benefits will rise by. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) helps people who have a disability or health condition that

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Scaffolding back up at new Durham bus station as 'unforeseen' repairs necessary

Scaffolding is back up around the new Durham bus station and is expected to remain there for a number of months - only a year after it opened following multiple construction delays.  Durham County Council confirmed that "unforeseen work" is necessary

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'I wouldn't have survived' - North East man thanks air ambulance after cardiac arrest

A North East man who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and was placed in a medically induced coma said he wouldn't have survived without the help of Great North Air Ambulance. Carl Griffiths, 29, from Middlesbrough, was visiting his partner Josh's

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Drug dealer dangled off bridge over A66 in desperate attempt to avoid arrest

A drug dealer who dangled off a footbridge across the A66 in a desperate attempt to avoid arrest has been locked up. Jake Marron was spotted by officers speeding around on his electric scooter before carrying out a suspected drug deal in a park

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County Durham football club receives funding to help young people

A County Durham football club has received funding to help young people in the local area. Shildon AFC has been given the money by the Hays Travel Foundation to help young people thrive in sport, health, the arts, and education. Funding will

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Hamsterley Forest residents would consider moving if Forestry England plans go ahead

A woman living in County Durham's largest forest says she would consider moving away if transformational plans are approved by the council. Leonie McWatson believes she could be surrounded by traffic, pedestrians and holidaymakers should plans

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Plans to build cabins, camp site and more would 'destroy' forest says campaigners

A group of impassioned campaigners have argued that transformative £32.6m plans for a 5,000-acre County Durham forest will "destroy" it forever. Forestry England's plans to create 70 cabins, a Go Ape Activity Centre, accommodation, a campsite and

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Sunderland send message to Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham ahead of January window

THEY might be two of the most in-demand youngsters in European football, but Regis Le Bris has told Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham they are getting the best football education possible at Sunderland. The midfield duo have been pretty much ever-present

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Energy bills will rise again from January as Ofgem confirms price cap increase

Energy bills will rise again from January 1 after Ofgem announced a 1.2% increase to its energy price cap. The regulator said the increase would see the typical bill for a household in England, Scotland and Wales increasing from £1,717 to £1,738

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North East RECAP: Murder investigation launched after man dies

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North East RECAP: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather

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Departing North East students shine at annual awards celebration

OUTSTANDING students leaving a North East secondary school have had their hard work recognised at an evening of achievement. More than 200 former Year 11 pupils who graduated from Hummersknott Academy this summer returned to the school to celebrate

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Ambulance trust in alleged death cover-ups told it must publish damning report

An ambulance trust accused by a whistleblower of covering-up deaths by withholding vital information from coroners has been told to make public a damning internal report it fought to keep secret. The North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) previously

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Aouchiche and Ba back in Sunderland squad at Millwall as Le Bris explains thinking

REGIS LE BRIS has challenged Adil Aouchiche and Abdoullah Ba to make the most of any opportunities that come their way when he has to remodel his Sunderland side this weekend. Sunderland are without a host of senior players for tomorrow’s trip

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Michael Carrick's Ben Doak priority - and thoughts on the January transfer window

MICHAEL CARRICK is delighted with Ben Doak’s progress during his three months as a Middlesbrough player, but will be doing all he can to ensure the teenager keeps his feet on the ground after a whirlwind fortnight with Scotland. Doak has pretty

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Exclusive gin made with ingredients from Auckland Palace walled gardens

A County Durham distillery has announced a partnership with Auckland Palace on an exclusive gin with ingredients from its garden. WL Distillery will be producing a Lemon Balm Gin, infused with ingredients from the palace's 17th-century walled garden

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'Wonderful' plans for 53 homes in County Durham town approved

Dozens of new homes will be built in a County Durham town after councillors approved plans.  A proposal by Gleeson Homes to build 53 houses in Ferryhill was approved by Durham County Council’s planning committee yesterday (Thursday, November 21