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Newcastle United set for anxious injury wait as Eddie Howe updates on key duo

BRUNO Guimaraes and Joe Willock will be assessed in the coming days after the Newcastle midfield duo were forced off during Monday night's frustrating home defeat to West Ham United. Willock was replaced at half-time after getting a knock to his

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Newcastle player failed to take big West Ham chance & forwards flopped on bad night

Here's how Newcastle's players rated in the 2-0 defeat to West Ham: 6 Pope: Didn’t have much to do other than the goals, where he was let down by those in front. 6 Livramento: Tried to drive forward at every opportunity, especially in the first

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Newcastle slump to surprise defeat on frustrating night of firsts against West Ham

JUST when things were starting to look up for Newcastle United comes a frustrating and untimely setback. This was supposed to be a night when Newcastle wedged themselves right in the heart of the European mix. Victory over West Ham United on

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Mountain Warehouse opens new store at popular North East shopping centre

Outdoor retailer Mountain Warehouse has opened its first store in Washington, County Durham, at The Galleries shopping centre. The spacious 8,425-square-foot shop- which has created ten jobs- brings a wide selection of outdoor essentials, including

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Frozen food supermarket chain hopes to open new store in County Durham town

Plans for a new food store in Consett will be considered by councillors this week.  Farmfoods hopes to build and open a new site at Ponds Court in partnership with local developer Project Genesis.  The site was historically part of the Consett

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DNA probe underway on baby skeleton found under floor of Bishop Auckland home

A DNA probe on a skeleton found in a Bishop Auckland home is well underway, months after contractors discovered the body underneath the floorboards.  Crime scene investigators were called to a flat on Fore Bondgate on July 29 this year human remains

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Four men have gone on trial accused of taking part in the summer riots

Four men have gone on trial for their alleged role in the violent disorder which erupted across the North East in the summer. Joseph MacKenzie, Anthony Brown, Kaleb Peacock-Lighfoot and Christopher Howard were charged after rioting swept through

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Tributes to 'kindest, most genuine' North East woman, 22, who took her own life

Family and friends of a North East woman described as ‘one of the kindest, most genuine people you’d ever meet’ have been left heartbroken after she took her own life earlier this month. Tributes have been paid to Grace Nevens, 22, who tragically

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PureGym to open brand-new 24/7 facility in North East after high demand

PureGym is set to open a brand-new 24/7 gym in the North East next month after high demand.  Excitement is building in Hartlepool as PureGym, the UK’s largest gym operator, prepares to launch a state-of-the-art fitness facility in the town.

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Tragedy as person hit by train between Darlington and Newcastle

A person has been hit by a train between Darlington and Newcastle.  Emergency services were called to the train line this evening (Monday, November 25) following an incident, first reported just before 7pm.  All lines between Newcastle and

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Two major Newcastle United injury boosts in West Ham team news

CALLUM Wilson is in Newcastle United's matchday squad for the first time this season, returning to the bench for tonight's game against West Ham United. The striker hasn't featured for the Magpies since the win at Brentford on the final day of

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Regis Le Bris' training ground conversation with Eliezer Mayenda & crucial discovery

REGIS Le Bris sat down with Eliezer Mayenda on Monday morning and told the teenager just how impressed he was by the way he adapted to his new Sunderland role at Millwall. With Sunderland's squad depleted for Saturday's trip to the capital, Le

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Newcastle United 0-2 West Ham highlights as Magpies slump to surprise defeat

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RECAP: Lanes reopen following A19 crash that sparked 'severe delays'

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County Durham leisure centre opens brand new sauna and steam room

The Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre has just opened a new steam room and a new sauna room. They have released a sneak preview video of the rooms for people considering buying a membership. Memberships to the gym are just £17 a month and they

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Rock guitarist confirmed as headliner for popular County Durham festival

UFO and Scorpion guitarist Michael Schenker has been announced as a headliner for Durham’s Northern Kin Festival 2025. The event - taking place at Thornley Hall Farm for the second time - will kick off on the weekend of August 1 to 3 next year

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Darlington man fined nearly £500 for dumping waste in back lane

A Darlington man has been ordered to pay fines and costs totalling £458 for repeatedly dumping waste in a back lane. Ian Cullen, of Eldon Street, was found guilty at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court under the single justice procedure of breaching a

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Two graduates - including Northern Echo reporter - celebrate university success

Two University of Sunderland graduates - one of whom became a journalist at The Northern Echo earlier this year - have been awarded masters in sports journalism. Joshua Nichol, The Echo’s AI-assisted reporter, and Adam Foster, who now works at

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Are you currently living in poor North East temporary accommodation? Get in touch

Are you currently living in poor or unsuitable temporary accommodation in the North East? The Northern Echo has spent the last few months digging into the lack of social housing in the region and the awful situations families have been finding

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Top marks all round as Darlington rocks to old school disco night

REVIEW: School Disco featuring Nathan Moore at the Forum Music Centre, Darlington Hong Kong Phooey, Um Bongo and Choose Life T-shirts took centre stage as Darlington's Forum Music Centre went back in time for an old-school disco night on Saturday

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North East gin distillery reportedly hit by 'well organised' gang of thieves

A distillery in the North East was hit by a "well organised" heist - as thieves reportedly stole 7,000 bottles of their popular spirits.  York-based Sloemotion Distillery was targeted by a gang of six thieves over the weekend, who damaged the building

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National award for husband-and-wife-run restaurant tipped in Michelin guide

The team behind a Durham restaurant tipped in the Michelin guide have won a national award for their service. The front-of-house team at Faru in Durham, which opened in April 2023, has been named the UK’s best at the Staff Canteen Awards in London

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Tragedy as pensioner dies after being 'struck by heavy goods vehicle' on A1

An elderly man has died following a crash on the A1 in Gateshead.  Police and paramedics were called to the major road near the Metrocentre around 10.15am on Monday (November 25) after a serious collision.  Two lanes of the route were closed

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Darlington toddler's head injuries 'unsurvivable' doctor tells murder trial jury

A specialist doctor told jurors how a toddler’s head injuries were ‘unsurvivable’ after the blood flow to his brain reduced after being shaken vigorously. Charlie Roberts died the day after he suffered fatal head injuries at his Darlington home

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Young man riding his bike died three days after he was hit by car going nearly 40mph

A young man died after the bike he was on was hit by a car at nearly 40mph, an inquest has heard. Lewis Ward, 22, from Eston, Middlesbrough, died in James Cook Hospital three days after he was knocked off an e-bike on Birchington Avenue, Middlesbrough

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North East’s education ‘cold spots’ could leave students frozen out

Students in the North East are facing a double blow as rising tuition fees and dwindling access to arts and humanities courses narrow their choices and increase financial pressures. A new study by the British Academy highlights that the North East

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Student taken to hospital after air ambulance called to incident at school

A student has been taken to hospital following an incident at a County Durham school.  Paramedics were called to Seaham High School, off Station Road, on Monday afternoon (November 25) after reports of a fall.  Several crews from the North

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Middlesbrough face Ben Doak wait and fresh doubts as illness spreads through camp

MICHAEL Carrick has some fresh availability concerns ahead of Wednesday's visit of Blackburn, with Ben Doak a minor doubt and up to three Middlesbrough players currently suffering with illness that is sweeping through the camp. Seny Dieng missed

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Views sought over ongoing Bishop Auckland redevelopment in bid to transform town

Residents and businesses are being asked to give their views on the town’s ongoing redevelopment programme in a bid to transform its dilapidated high street. Work is currently underway on several projects across the town as part of Durham County

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Paedophile army cadet leader who changed his name is jailed again for raping girl

A paedophile who used his post as an Army Cadet leader to rape a girl has been jailed again. One of Steven Watts’ brave victims who he sent inappropriate messages to several ago kept quiet that he had raped her until 2022, when the convicted paedophile

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Forklift truck stolen from County Durham construction firm after break-in

An investigation has been launched after a forklift was stolen from a business on a County Durham industrial estate. Officers were called to an unnamed construction firm at Aycliffe Business Park today (Monday, November 25) following a break-in

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'End of an era' as family-run jewellers to close high street shop after 20 years

It's the "end of an era" as a Yarm jewellers prepares to close after almost 21 years in town.  Whittakers Jewellers has been providing the "finest quality jewellery" from its home on the High Street for decades - but it was revealed last weekend

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One taken to hospital following crash on A19

Cleveland Police have confirmed one person has been rushed to hospital after a crash on the A19. At 9:20am, on Monday (November 25) there was a single-vehicle collision on the A19 Northbound in Elwick.  Following the crash, police confirmed

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Council Executive back plans that could see a new Middlesbrough Museum

Middlesbrough Council Executive have voted to approve “the exploration of a new museum with external partners”, that could replace the existing Captain Cook Birthplace Museum. The potential new museum would sit within Stewart Park, as the existing

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County Durham man found dead at home 'a week' after he was last seen by neighbours

A County Durham man who had a history of drug and alcohol use was found dead sat up right in bed "about a week" after he was last seen by his neighbours, an inquest heard. Police had to force their way into the home of Jonathan 'Johno' Clark-Stewart

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North Yorkshire Italian café described as 'gem' up for sale

An Italian cafe in North Yorkshire has been put on the market with the business up for sale for £35,000. Located in the heart of Harrogate, Mamma Amelia Cafe is described by estate agents Alan J Picken as having a "prime trading position".

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I visited Christmas at the Palace in Bishop Auckland and this is what I thought

Christmas at the Palace has been praised by many for being such a special Christmas display to go to. Olivia Howlett visited the site to see what it was all about.  Arriving at the Palace, previously known as Auckland Castle, I was immediately

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A1 LIVE: Elderly pedestrian dies after serious crash involving HGV

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Tenant in 'advanced negotiations' for former department store building

A potential tenant is in “advanced negotiations” for part of the former Debenhams building on Stockton High Street. Councillor Nigel Cooke, Stockton Council’s cabinet member for regeneration and housing, gave an update on the major building at

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Wetherspoon reveals the 664 pubs staying open on Christmas Day - is one near you?

JD Wetherspoon has revealed the 664 pubs that will be open on Christmas Day in 2024. From Newcastle and Liverpool to Wembley and Cardiff, there are set to be Wetherpoon venues open all over the country on Christmas Day for those wanting to pop

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North East business legend backs BUSINESSiQ Awards

The Northern Echo’s BUSINESSiQ Awards – to be held at Wynyard Hall in partnership with Amazon – is already working with its first key category sponsor. The Hays Travel Group will present one of our showpiece awards – Business of the Year – after

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Morrisons apologises to shoppers as microbiological growth risk sparks recall

Morrisons apologised to its customers as it was forced to recall one of its products due to an error that could lead to microbiological growth. The supermarket has recalled its Morrisons Crushed Garlic because an ingredient which prevents microbiological

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Davina McCall shares first health update after brain operation for tumour

Davina McCall has shared her first health update after having an operation for a brain tumour. Earlier this month, the TV presenter, 57, announced that she would be undergoing brain surgery after she was diagnosed with a “very rare” tumour.

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North East cocaine dealer who fled to Spain to escape arrest is jailed

A Newcastle man who fled to Tenerife to evade arrest for his role in a large-scale cocaine supply operation has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. William Ions, 53, of Wills Mews, Newcastle, was linked to a Class A drug conspiracy through intelligence

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Murder at Baydale: how the bloody body helped identify its killer

O Blackwell is a love some vill and Baydayle Bankes are bright, The Sabbath breeze the crystal Tees with wavelets has be dight. Its oaks and elms are cool and thick, its meadows should be green, But there are blades of deeper shades – a bloody

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Who left Strictly Come Dancing? Ninth celebrity eliminated in week 10 results show

The ninth celebrity to be voted off Strictly Come Dancing has been revealed, following Saturday’s (November 23) energetic Samba-Thon. JLS star JB Gill and Love Island favourite Tasha Ghouri (along with their professional dance partners) both topped

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Cadbury discontinues Dairy Milk chocolate bar fans described as '10/10'

Cadbury has confirmed another of its festive chocolate bars has been discontinued ahead of Christmas 2024. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost, Crunchie, Creme Eggs and the classic

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DWP worker claims she was 'forced to resign' after sharing Reform posts

A DWP worker says she resigned after being pulled into disciplinary meetings and threatened with dismissal - because she shared Reform party posts on Facebook. Michelle Cochrane, 45, had been working as an administration officer in the pensions

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Warnings latest Ofgem energy bill cap hike will have 'devastating impact'

The latest hike in energy prices will have a “devastating impact” on over 50s in the North East and force more into choosing between heating and eating unless action is taken, the Government was last night warned. Ofgem said household energy bills

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Shops and supermarkets closing over Christmas - Aldi, Lidl, Home Bargains and more

During the festive season, several major retailers in the North East have announced closures to allow their staff to enjoy a well-deserved break. Here's a summary of the confirmed closures - The brands closing shops over Christmas - Aldi, Lidl,

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County Durham forest with array of wildlife hailed as 'hidden gem' by visitors

A County Durham forest that boasts an array of wildlife has been branded a 'hidden gem' by visitors. Hamsterley Forest has been hailed as one of the region's best-kept secrets, with its stunning trails, family-friendly facilities, and a reputation

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Police officer was flung 15 metres into wall during horror 60mph bike crash

A police officer was thrown 15 metres from his motorbike into a dry-stone wall during a horror crash in North Yorkshire.  Ben Ashe, 30, was just 0.4 miles into a bike ride in Hampsthwaite, Nidderdale after work with a friend when his journey took

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Gary Barlow announces he's coming back to the North East on a headline solo tour

Gary Barlow announces a new solo tour for 2025, including a headline performance at TK Maxx presents Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Friday, June 13. Tickets for the 'Songbook Tour 2025' go on sale Friday, November 29, at 9:30am via Ticketmaster

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RECAP: Crash on A19 saw one person rushed to hospital

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Plans for new bungalow in County Durham village submitted to council

Plans to build a bungalow in a County Durham village have been submitted to the council. The proposal details the construction of a detached three-bedroom dormer bungalow on a vacant plot. Mr Colin Dover and Mrs Marie Dover submitted the plans

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Sunderland selection boost as Regis Le Brig weighs up West Brom decisions

REGIS Le Bris will be boosted by the return of three key players for tomorrow's visit of West Brom - and Sunderland's squad could be further strengthened after assessments take place today. Jobe Bellingham, Trai Hume and Patrick Roberts are all

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Average rent in Darlington rises to £600 per month

Rent in Darlington rose eight per cent over the past year to £600, new figures show. It comes as Propertymark, which represents estate agents, said selling property or turning to the short-term letting market is becoming a "more attractive" option

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Mum's tribute to 'beautiful' Newton Aycliffe son after death following overdose

A grieving County Durham mum has paid tribute to her "beautiful" son after he died following an intentional illegal drug overdose. Rob Threlfall, 26, from Newton Aycliffe, who had previously struggled with his mental health and drug use, was in

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The Northern Echo announces its top ten coffee shops for 2024

This year, The Northern Echo has been celebrating our readers’ favourite places to eat, drink or be pampered – from the best chippy, curry house or pub, to a stand-out hair or beauty salon. For our final ‘Best Of’ of 2024, we are asking you to

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Council approval granted for new building at North Yorkshire Farm

A new commercial building is set to be built at Westfield Farm after planning approval was granted by North Yorkshire Council. The development on Brompton Road in Patrick Brompton near Bedale is for a storage facility to support a wood yard and

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Dan Barlaser opens up on the moment his Middlesbrough perspective & mindset changed

DAN Barlaser is never happy to sit on the bench but you'll never find him sulking about it. Not anymore anyway. Earlier in his career, the 27-year-old might not have taken to being left out of a starting XI very well. But things changed for

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Eddie Howe's Alexander Isak message - and thoughts on Newcastle striker's future

EDDIE HOWE feels Alexander Isak is beginning to hit top form – and has backed the Newcastle United striker to continue his recent improvement in this evening’s Premier League home game with West Ham United. Isak was in fine form prior to the international

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Harry Potter mad boy, 6, 'feels like a wizard' after kind stranger replaces lost wand

A six-year-old Harry Potter enthusiast who was given a wand by a kind stranger after losing his has said he feels “like a wizard now”. Richard Brown saved up pocket money he got from completing chores for his grandparents, who he calls nanna and