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Tributes paid to family man as person arrested on suspicion of murder
Police have named the man who died in a suspected stabbing last week, as a murder investigation into his death continues. Cleveland Police have confirmed that the victim of the alleged murder in the Lealholm Walk area of Eston on November 21,
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Stark photographs capturing harsh reality of UK asylum system on show in North East
A powerful new exhibition created by refugees offers a harrowing insight into the UK’s ‘inhumane’ asylum system, bringing personal stories and striking visuals to the North East. Hosted at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead, the
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5 developments that could shape County Durham - from houses to retail parks
County Durham and Darlington are on the brink of transformation, with a series of ambitious planning applications poised to reshape the region's leisure, housing, and retail landscapes. Here's a roundup of five significant proposals that promise
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Police officer caught drink driving in BMW resigned before she could be sacked
A police officer caught drink driving would have been sacked if she hadn’t resigned first, a misconduct hearing concluded. PC Rebecca Hetherington was caught driving under the influence in a BMW 5 Series on May 5 on Windy Hill Lane in Marske, Redcar
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Joy as Christmas lands in Darlington village as panto cast turn on lights
Festive spirit filled the air in Cockerton on Sunday as the village turned on its Christmas tree and lights. The cast of Peter Pan at the Majestic Theatre gathered to tell crowds ‘oh yes it is’ Christmas, ahead of their show opening on December
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All 16 North East takeaways slammed with a one or zero star food hygiene rating
A total of 16 businesses in the North East have been slapped with a poor hygiene rating in the last two months. The Food Hygiene ratings show that a number of businesses have been told in the last few weeks that they need to make improvements.
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Condensation on windows? Mrs Hinch fans share 99p hack that 'works a treat'
It’s that time of the year again when the cold air sweeps across the UK, leaving households battling with mould and damp due to condensation. Many will be waking up to water dripping from windows or find they have to continuously mop puddles of
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Sadness as pizza restaurant closes its doors as owners thank loyal customers
A pizza restaurant which opened its doors 18 months ago has closed. Bawn, specialising in pizzas, small plates and wines, in the Northumberland village of Ponteland, announced on Sunday (November 24) it had closed with immediate effect. The
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'Fabulous' festive display in County Durham village sparks joy among residents
A "fabulous" Christmas display in a County Durham village has been praised by residents for its 'festive spirit'. The decorations in Croxdale have sparked joy among locals, with many taking to social media to express their delight. One resident
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Durham County Council puts plot of land up for sale for £650,000
Durham County Council is selling a plot of land at a Stanley industrial estate for £650,000. The site, described by the council as a "vacant potential development site", is situated within Greencroft Industrial Park. The industrial estate is
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Can you answer questions North East woman faced to win jackpot on The Wheel?
A Newcastle woman walked away with almost £20,000 after on Saturday’s episode of The Wheel on BBC One. Grace, a 30-year-old financial crime analyst, scooped the prize on the Michael McIntyre show, and planned to use the money to get onto the property
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Parking plans for County Durham village submitted by council
Plans to improve parking provision in a County Durham village have been submitted by the council. Council proposals involves converting open space behind shops and houses on Western Avenue, Esh Winning, into a parking area. This development
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Big 60,000 Darlington Leisure Complex is 'encouraging' and 'great news' for town
Key figures say a 60,000 square-foot Darlington leisure complex that has been recently improved is 'encouraging' and 'great news' and has been welcomed with open arms. The development, based in Faverdale Industrial Estate is set to include a wide
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North East woman almost in tears as she wins jackpot on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel
A lucky Georgie spun her way to a jackpot win on the latest episode of Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel on Saturday night. Grace from Newcastle thought her game was over after being knocked off the wheel when she and fellow Geordies Chris and Rosie
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Fast food chain Wendy's to open new North East site as US brand plans 400 across UK
Signs have gone up for a new Wendy’s fast-food restaurant in Newcastle, as the brand plans to open 400 sites across the UK. The American chain will soon open on the Bigg Market, one of four locations currently in the works nationwide. Signage
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Newcastle's upcoming Premier League opponents announce surprise manager decision
LEICESTER have sacked manager Steve Cooper following their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in the Premier League. Cooper, who took over from former boss Enzo Maresca in the summer, leaves the King Power Stadium with the club two points off the bottom three
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North East hospital criticised for paper records as 62-year-old dies after surgery
A North East hospital has been criticised for its record keeping after a patient died following major surgery. John Codgen, 62, was admitted to James Cook Hospital, in Middlesbrough, to undergo a coronary artery bypass graft surgery, used to treat
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Thousands of emergency food parcels handed out in County Durham in recent months
Thousands of emergency food parcels were handed out in County Durham in recent months, new figures show. Food bank network Trussell said the number of people still facing hunger and hardship across the UK remains "heartbreaking". The charity
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Restaurant and café with 220 UK locations to open at North East shopping centre
A restaurant and café chain with 220 locations across the UK has revealed plans to open a new venue at a North East shopping centre. Loungers plc is gearing up to open Cantoro Lounge in The Galleries, Washington on Wednesday, December 4, creating
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Budget airline announces new route from Newcastle Airport to sunny destination
Budget airline Easyjet has announced a new route from Newcastle Airport to the holiday hotspot of Malaga. The airline, known for its bright orange and white planes, has announced the route to the Spanish sunshine resort taking off from March 31
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Italian restaurant opens its doors at new retail park to high praise from diners
An Italian restaurant has opened its doors to high praise from customers. Little Sicily welcomed diners to its restaurant at the new Bishop Auckland Retail Park on Thursday (November 21). The venue, which is the sister venue to Little Sicily
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'Love you bro' - Zayn Malik's tribute to Liam Payne at first show of UK tour
Zayn Malik paid a heartfelt tribute to his One Direction bandmate Liam Payne during the first show of his solo UK tour in West Yorkshire. Malik kicked off his Stairway To The Sky tour in Leeds’s O2 Academy on Saturday (November 23) after rescheduling
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Strictly Come Dancing 2024 week 10 exit leak - ‘gutted’ fans say ‘this is a joke’
“Shocked” Strictly Come Dancing fans have said they are “gutted” as week 10 results have been leaked online, with some branding the decision as “a joke”. Newsquest will not reveal the details of which two celebrities found themselves in the bottom
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What was said in Sunderland dressing room at Millwall - and what needs to happen next
SINCE joining Sunderland, Aaron Connolly has stressed his desire to put his experience to good use - and that was the case in the away dressing room at The Den on Saturday evening. Connolly was keen to ensure his teammates set about striking the
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LIVE: Fire crews at gas leak in County Durham village as locals told to shut windows
8:05am Looks like road remains closed one way Road closed, emergency Repairs Road closed due to emergency Gas repairs
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Nuisance North East home that caused persistent issues for neighbours closed
A house which has caused major issues for residents in the North East has been closed by police after a court order was successfully granted. The nuisance house, in Lemington, Newcastle, has been linked with "anti-social behaviour and criminal
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Roads closed after flooding as Storm Bert continues to cause disruption
Storm Bert is continuing to have an impact in North Yorkshire where roads have been closed due to flooding. Another weather warning has been issued in the South West and more than 200 flood alerts are in place in the UK as Storm Bert continues
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Pickleballers' delight as North Yorkshire sports club members benefit from grant
A grant from a housing association has enabled a North Yorkshire sports club to offer sessions in one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports. Pickleball can be played anywhere there is a bit of space, indoors and out, grass or hard surface. It combines
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RNLI and rescue helicopter brave Storm Bert to rescue two people out at sea
RNLI volunteers and the rescue helicopter braved Storm Bert yesterday to rescue two people who had been cut off from the tide in the dark. Staithes and Runswick RNLI lifeboat volunteer crew were paged just before 5pm on November 23 to two people
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Popular County Durham venue with 'perfect' 5/5 TripAdvisor scores from diners
A popular County Durham restaurant has been hailed as 'one of the best in the region' after receiving a five out of five-star review average on TripAdvisor. Mess Charcuterie and Bar, nestled in Sedgefield, County Durham, has become a favourite
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Bishop Auckland Christmas Town: Timings, parking, road closures, and what to expect
One County Durham town is set to become a winter wonderland again this year - here are all the details on timings, parking, road closures, and what you can expect. Bishop Auckland Christmas town is back again for its second year - and is set to
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'Wicked' weekend in Darlington as trail launched to celebrate film's release
It was a ‘wicked’ weekend in Darlington as the Hollywood blockbuster landed in cinemas. The town’s own Elphaba and Glinda – known as the Wicked Witch of the West and Good Witch of the South – posed for pictures with kids at the Dolphin Centre.
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Darlo Lads walk 60km through Storm Bert raising more than £10k
Sixty two lads from Darlington walked 60km through Storm Bert to raise money for men's mental health. The Darlo Lads smashed their target of £10k on their fifth year of 'Darlo Lads Walk and Talk". The event raised vital funds for ManHealth,
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How did Storm Bert impact the North East and will it snow next week?
Storm Bert covered the North East in a thick blanket of snow yesterday morning causing crashes and delays across the region. Heavy snow came down throughout the morning with some readers sending in beautiful pictures near where they lived.
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Michael Carrick 'can't put a price' on what is fuelling Middlesbrough's superb charge
WHEN Finn Azaz's lofted through-ball landed at the feet of Emmanuel Latte Lath, what was going to happen next felt obvious. It was on Latte Lath's weaker foot, at an angle and the ball was bouncing but the outcome was never in doubt. The power
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Newcastle United's St James' Park dilemma - and the club that highlight pros and cons
AS Newcastle United wrestle with the thorny dilemma of what to do with St James’ Park, their opponents tomorrow evening, West Ham United, provide a perfect illustration of both the pros and cons of moving stadium. West Ham played the final game
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Man arrested after suspected shoplifter 'drives at shopworker' at farm shop
A man has been arrested after a suspect 'drove at' a farm shop worker in Richmond. The incident took place at the Mainsgill Farm Shop yesterday afternoon (November 23). One of the shopworkers tried to stop the suspected shoplifter from leaving
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Oxford boss experiences Championship first against 'quality' Middlesbrough
OXFORD boss Des Buckingham said clinical Middlesbrough "showed their quality" in their impressive dismantling of the U's on Saturday. Buckingham admitted his side were second best at the Kassam Stadium but wasn't critical of the home players, instead
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Train services to Darlington cancelled or revised after 'signalling error'
Due to a fault with the signalling system between Darlington and Northallerton a number of train services have been cancelled or revised. Road Transport has been requested to take people from Darlington and York but that service will not be available
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"The poor pollis. He is killed." Sensation as sergeant is stoned to death
“ONE of the foulest and most horrible murders that have ever darkened the criminal records of the county of Durham was committed on the outskirts of the colliery village of Butterknowle at about ten o’clock on Saturday night,” said The Northern Echo
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Wayne Rooney hints at I'm A Celeb stint as he praises wife Coleen
Football manager Wayne Rooney has hinted at an appearance on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here after praising the efforts of his wife Coleen Rooney on the show. The 39-year-old called into the ITV2 spin-off programme I'm A Celebrity Unpacked
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BBC viewers hail Sarah Hadland's rumba 'best on Strictly ever' - do you agree?
BBC viewers have hailed the "best rumba seen on Strictly ever" as Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola took to the dancefloor on Strictly Come Dancing tonight (November 23). The Miranda star danced a rumba to Chains by Tina Arena, performing second on
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I'm a Celeb fans slam 'aggressive' Dean McCullough in argument with Alan Halsall
After all 12 campmates returned from a successful yet "horrific" first eating trial on I'm a Celebrity 2024 tonight (November 23), it didn't take long for the atmosphere to change. Once the celebrities had tucked into a feast, thanks to Maura Higgins
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I'm a Celeb fans 'throwing up' over Maura and Reverend Richard's 'horrific' trial
On Saturday's (November 23) I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! Maura Higgins and Reverend Richard Coles took part in the first eating and drinking trial of the series, ‘Terrifying Teddy Bears’ Picnic’. The pair were the latest arrivals in the
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BBC Strictly viewers 'sobbing' as Chris McCausland performs 'special' dance
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left "sobbing" tonight as Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell danced their paso doble. The couple performed their routine to El Gato Montes by Manuel Panella, which head judge Shirley Ballas said didn't have a "step
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One million pound drug farm found in North East industrial estate
Police have found a one million pound drug farm in a Hartlepool industrial estate. The cannabis farm was located on Greythorp Industrial Estate and was valued at £1.3m in total. Two men, aged 51 and 25, were arrested and charged at the scene
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North East butchers with 'excellent reputation' on the market for £20,000
A North East butcher has hit the market and is up for sale for £20,000. The long-established S. Phillips Quality Butchers in North Shields is on the market due to owner Mr Phillips, retiring after running the business single-handedly for nearly
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'Out of action' EV chargers in car parks 'will be replaced in June 2025'
Dozens of 'out of action' electric vehicle charging points that have never been connected to a power source will be replaced, but it's been estimated that the work won't be carried out until June 2025. As previously reported, 32 EV charging points
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Four gorgeous pups from Dogs Trust Darlington looking for their fur-ever homes
Do you have a dog shaped hole in your heart and long for a new best friend? Here are just a few pups from Darlington looking for forever home. This week, four dogs at Dogs Trust Darlington looking for a slice of the quiet life have been highlighted
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Cover star: North East cave research image of explorers and fruit bat is world wonder
Today's Object of the Week is a magazine cover featuring a stunning photograph of a North East researcher and her team. A striking photograph of groundbreaking research by a Teesside University lecturer and her team will feature on the front of
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Best Sunday roast spots in County Durham, according to TripAdvisor
For a hearty, comforting Sunday lunch, County Durham and the surrounding area boast some excellent spots to enjoy a traditional roast. From rustic pubs to gastropubs with a modern twist, here’s a detailed guide to some of the region’s most-loved
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Concerns over plans for new 173-acre battery storage site on farmland near A19
Plans for a battery storage site on 173 acres of farmland in North Yorkshire have been circulated, despite significant opposition from residents and environmental groups. A proposed 1GW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), based at South Kilvington
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The North East train station that averagely sees less than two passengers per day
A North East train station has been made the least used in the region after having an average of less than two passengers per day in the latest data. Acklington railway station, near Morpeth, has been revealed as the least-used station in the region
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5 drivers caught speeding on the A1(M) and A66 in County Durham
Court Listings - 5 drivers caught speeding on A1(M) and A66 in County Durham Alban Girard (Blackfriars, Yarm) Alban Girard, 35, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates' Court on Thursday, November 14, 2024, where he pleaded guilty to speeding. On
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Rapist sexually assaulted young girl during campaign of abuse
A rapist who also sexually abused a young girl has been locked up for 17 years after being convicted of a string of sex offences. Keith Sterling’s degrading abuse took place several years ago while he was living in Darlington. Teesside Crown
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Middlesbrough's 'calm presence' took chance he wasn't expecting & earned high praise
MIDDLESBROUGH'S attack unsurprisingly dominated the agenda after hitting Oxford United for six on Saturday, but Michael Carrick was keen to point to the importance of an assured and confident display at the other end of the pitch. With Seny Dieng
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Pictures as stunning Northern Lights trail illuminates park with explosion of colour
An explosion of colour and beams of light that dance through the trees will bring Newcastle’s Leazes Park to life for the next six weeks. Northern Lights returned to Leazes Park in the city on Friday (November 22) night with a host of spectacular
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County Durham Aldi stores get new look for fruit and veg to help environment
Aldi stores in County Durham are set to get a new look for their fruit and veg to help the environment. The supermarket chain is trialling a new initiative, offering certain fruits and vegetables without packaging in a bid to cut back on waste.
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Historic Dales property with ties to Charlotte Brontë goes on the market
On paper Embsay Kirk’s grade II listing will tell you that this is a house of historic note. What it will not tell you is the depth of its history nor its fascinating connections to the people of the region. An historic Dales property that sits
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Help a hero this Christmas
Christmas isn’t the most wonderful time of the year for RAF veteran Mike – it’s the loneliest. From the moment the shops are stocked with festive decorations, he can’t wait for it all to be over. For many of his 13 years in the military, Mike
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'Gem of a place' - Darlington Christmas shop praised for its 'perfect' real trees
Looking for one of the best places to buy a real Christmas tree in County Durham this year? A seasonal shop growing real Christmas trees since the 1980s has been described as a “gem” by locals, praised for its “great” selection of “perfect” trees
