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Remembering the 'legendary' now destroyed nightclub that saw host of A-listers

The North East has got a host of great pubs, clubs and venues - with nightlife wherever you turn in Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland.  With a range of choices for people who want a quiet drink, those who want to go clubbing and those who are looking

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Work underway on new town centre boutique cinema earmarked to open next summer

Work is underway on a new boutique cinema in Middlesbrough as the transformation of a former shopping complex into a "regional destination" continues.  Construction crews have moved in on the former Sony Centre and That's Entertainment stores at

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Popular deli with 'best sandwiches ever' hits the market for just £30k

A popular North Yorkshire sandwich shop has been put on the market for £29,950. Dolcie Deli, on Northallerton High Street, is being sold by Alan J Picken estate agents. The business, which the estate agents say has a loyal local clientele and

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'The town looks amazing': Hundreds flock to 'fabulous' Bishop Auckland Christmas Town

Bishop Auckland has been taken over by tipis, twinkling lights, and a sprinkling of festive magic as the popular Christmas Town returns for another year.  The 10-day event kicked off its second year in town on November 29, with Market Place packed

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Eddie Howe 'absolutely devastated' - but offers Alexander Isak Newcastle hope

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe described Crystal Palace’s added-time equaliser at Selhurst Park as an “absolutely devastating blow”. Daniel Munoz struck in the 93rd minute to secure a 1-1 draw that lifts Palace out of the relegation zone after a Marc

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County Durham primary school hosts careers fair for Year 5 and 6 pupils

Pupils at a County Durham primary school got some inside information on what it is like to be part of the world of work at a careers fair held earlier this month. Year 5 and Year 6 students at Prince Bishops Primary School in Bishop Auckland were

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Pet Shop Boys star 'very sad' over closure of 'renowned' 115-year-old music shop

Pet Shop Boys star Neil Tennant has told of his sadness after a much-loved Newcastle music shop announced it had closed its doors for good.  JG Windows - which has been located in the city's Central Arcade since 1908 - announced yesterday (November

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'Extremely rare' 50p coins sold by County Durham residents for up to £5000

‘Extremely’ rare 50p coins are being sold by people in County Durham for up to £5,000. The items are listed on eBay and Facebook Marketplace and include a Kew Gardens 50p and a King Charles 'Gold' 50p coin. Both coins are described as 'very

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Work begins at North East retail development with B&M, Costa, Greggs and more

Work has now started on site to transform it into a multi-million-pound retail development, with shops already agreeing to take over units.  Sunderland’s former Farringdon Hall Police Station and adjacent land is to become a 32,100 sq ft retail

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Newcastle United rocked by injury blow and late heartbreak at Crystal Palace

Daniel Munoz pounced three minutes into added-time to salvage a point for Crystal Palace in a 1-1 draw with Newcastle at Selhurst Park. Eddie Howe’s men appeared to have bounced back from Monday’s home defeat by West Ham when Marc Guehi’s own-goal

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Police find missing Phillip Brown

*UPDATE: Phillip has been found safe and well* Police are appealing to trace a missing 38-year-old man who was last seen on CCTV earlier today. Phillip Brown may be in the Newport area of Middlesbrough and was last seen at 12.30pm near Ladbrooks

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North East town's Victorian brick urine deflectors go viral online

Brick domes designed to stop people urinating on the streets of a Teesside town have gone viral online, raking in thousands of likes. A post about the structures from Billingham resident James Elliott popped up in Facebook group 'Dull Men's Group

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Conversion of flats into single house approved by Darlington Council

Plans to convert two flats into a single house on Stanhope Road in Darlington have been formally approved. Darlington Borough Council granted a Certificate of Lawfulness for an existing use to Mr Scott Thompson. The approval confirms the lawful

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Watch as derelict high-rise tower block is reduced to rubble in huge blast

It's the dawn of a new beginning on a Newcastle estate after a high-rise block of flats was reduced to rubble in a huge blast.  Hexham House has dominated the skyline in Walker since 1968 alongside its sister building Titan House, which was demolished

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Revealing Michael Carrick admission on Middlesbrough trio adds to joy after Hull win

MICHAEL Carrick revealed that Finn Azaz, Delano Burgzorg and Hayden Hackney all hardly trained before returning to Middlesbrough's starting XI against Hull City - making their displays all the more impressive. Azaz and Hackney were particularly

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How much is Jane Moore being paid for appearing on I'm a Celebrity 2024?

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! usually includes a range of stars from around the UK who get paid for appearing on the show. The fee that certain cast members earn can vary, from hundreds of thousands to reportedly even in the millions.

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Middlesbrough make the most of pre-match boosts with deserved Hull City victory

YOU fancied Boro’s chances on Saturday as soon as the team news dropped at 11.30am. Hayden Hackney and Finn Azaz were back. And Boro are back to winning ways. How crucial both returning players were in the 3-1 win over struggling Hull City; Hackney

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Two big Carrick calls justified & four standout Middlesbrough players vs Hull

Here's how Middlesbrough's players rated in the 3-1 win over Hull City: 7 Brynn: Confidently gathered a couple of early crosses. Couldn’t do anything about the goal. 7 Dijksteel: Good first half and had a hand in the second goal with interception

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Person cut out of car after late night car crash closes road

A person had to be cut from their car after a serious collision in the early hours of the morning.  A serious road traffic collision occurred early this morning (Saturday, November 30) involving two vehicles on a residential street in Hartlepool

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Darlington warning that rising demand for homeless support is a 'serious issue'

Increased demand for Darlington homelessness support has led to a lack of available accommodation for vulnerable residents, council leaders warned.  The rising cost of tackling homelessness means Darlington Borough Council is struggling to balance

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The five most picturesque villages to visit in County Durham this winter

As winter rolls around, you might find yourself looking for those picturesque locations to snap the perfect winter pic. With the cold snap setting in and the frost looking like it's here to stay. We've pieced together five of the most picturesque

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Bishop Auckland Christmas Town launches with huge success - in pictures

A free Christmas Town has opened up in Bishop Auckland last night - here's everything you need to know about the attraction.  At the Christmas Town in Bishop Auckland, guests will be able to enjoy workshops, rides, and ice rink, and visit Santa

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First look at this North East panto, starring legendary dame - here's what we thought

MOTHER GOOSE The Customs House, South Shields until Sunday, January 5, written by Graeme Thompson MBE and Ray Spencer MBE. FIFTY years after fresh-faced teenager Ray Spencer performed in his first panto, audiences still make the annual pilgrimage

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All 13 North East takeaways slammed with a one or zero star food hygiene rating

A total of 13 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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Three major fitness boosts for Middlesbrough and five changes against Hull City

MIDDLESBROUGH have been boosted by the return of Hayden Hackney, Finn Azaz and Delano Burgzorg for today's game against Hull City. The trio replace Jonny Howson, Riley McGree and Emmanuel Latte Lath in the starting line-up, with Tommy Conway leading

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Your chance to win a luxury getaway or a piece of legendary football memorabilia

Our exciting weekly advent competition continues with another fantastic selection of prizes. Running until January, these competitions, which are exclusive to our subscribers, are your chance to win some unforgettable goodies. This week, we’ve

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Middlesbrough 3-1 Hull City highlights as Boro get back to winning ways

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Detectives issue warning to residents after grinch-like burglars steal presents

Detectives are urging residents to take extra care with home security in the run-up to the festive season - after Grinch-like burglars stole Christmas presents.  Burglars targeted a house on Furness Street in the Mill House area of Hartlepool,

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Former prisoner officer jailed after smuggling drugs into prison

A former prison officer has been locked up for 12 months after smuggling drugs for a prisoner.  Amy Johnston, 35, was working at Holme House Prison, in Stockton, when her supervisors received information that she had been bringing drugs into the

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What do bike boxes mean and can drivers stop in one? What to know

When driving, you’ll see plenty of signs and painted symbols on the roads but do you know what they all mean? Vehicles and cyclists share the road and you might’ve spotted a white box with a bicycle painted inside it on some UK roads. But do

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I tested Temu cleaning products and saved £40 – but did they do the job?

I don’t know about you, but when it comes to a home, I like it to be fresh and clean, and I enjoy a deep clean of the space at least once a month. Whether I’m polishing the vanity, dusting the lamp shades or cleaning the kitchen side, for me cleaning

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I went looking for discontinued chocolates still on sale in UK - here's what I found

There is nothing worse than finding out your favourite chocolate bar has been discontinued, knowing you'll never again get to indulge in that tasty treat. But what if I told you that may not necessarily be the case, and that your favourite discontinued

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All the TV programmes and specials on the BBC this Christmas

As Christmas approaches, you might be wondering which TV shows will be broadcasting special programmes on the BBC. As ever, the broadcaster has a variety of programmes in its 2024 Christmas schedule from a Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special

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What we thought of lunch at the location used for an all-time great British film

Before Storm Bert there was the mind-numbingly dull calm of mid-November. Day after day of listless, grey, sunless skies. Not warm. Not cold. No weather at really. Then, one Saturday the BBC weather app promised sunshine over the other side of

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County Durham café gets 'perfect' 5/5 score online for its bakes and coffee

A County Durham café and tearoom has been branded the 'best in the region' after a 'perfect' review score online. Tealicious Tearoom, nestled in the heart of Durham at Elvet Bridge, has become a standout destination for those seeking a quintessentially

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Darlington death notices and funeral announcements from The Northern Echo

The Northern Echo published 32 death notices last week. Every week, The Northern Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages

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Residents slam Christmas lights switch on as an 'embarrassment for our town'

Furious residents have branded the Middlesbrough Christmas light switch-on as an 'embarrassment for the town' as the council argues they received 'lots of positive feedback'. Thousands of people fled to Centre Square last night, November 28 to

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Man who repeatedly stabbed a woman he formed a 'bizarre' relationship with is jailed

A man who repeatedly stabbed a woman he had farmed a 'bizarre' relationship with has been locked up for attempted murder. David Fletcher was only thwarted when another woman bravely grappled with him as he tried to stab his victim over and over

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See the beauty of Wensleydale on this short but stunning walk

Wensleydale is (probably) the prettiest of all the dales. At this time of the year it is even more so. Either a dusting of snow or low light brings out the best of Wensleydale, encapsulated by this short walk which links Hawes and the lovely village

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'That's something I wasn't prepared to do' - Regis Le Bris' tactics in Sheff Utd loss

REGIS LE BRIS was adamant he did not want his Sunderland side to change their playing style – even though they found themselves with ten men for the second half of last night’s 1-0 defeat at Sheffield United. The Black Cats were reduced to ten

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The County Durham village named 'tranquil haven' and a 'peaceful retreat'

A County Durham village has been named a 'tranquil haven' that's perfect for a 'peaceful retreat', according to visitors. Set in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Edmundbyers is a picturesque village offering visitors

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Darlington man fined in court for being drunk and disorderly in town centre

A Darlington man has been fined for being drunk and disorderly in a public place following an incident in the town earlier this month. John Attwell, 34, of Middleton Street, Darlington, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates' Court on Monday, November

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Boro facing Hull 'complications' as Carrick demands reaction to Wednesday's defeat

IT was a despondent home dressing room that greeted Michael Carrick when he trudged down the Riverside tunnel after the final whistle on Wednesday night. Not only had Middlesbrough failed to break down a resolute Blackburn Rovers defence, they

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Beloved Darlington cafe run by husband an wife team in Echo top ten coffee shops

With voting for The Northern Echo’s Best Coffee Shop now well and truly open, your favourite needs your support! Every day over the next ten days, we will be featuring one of our top ten finalists, chosen by our readers. Today we meet couple

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Plans for County Durham banking hub signage lodged with council

Plans have been submitted to Durham County Council to install signage for a new banking hub in Crook town centre. The plans include an externally illuminated brand facia and an illuminated heritage projecting sign positioned to the side of fascia

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Darlington urged to build on positive performances as they head to Radcliffe

DARLINGTON assistant manager Terry Mitchell wants Quakers to build on their last two impressive displays when they head to Radcliffe this afternoon. Darlington look as if they are approaching their best form of the season after they beat Buxton

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How many questions can you get right? Take this pub quiz to find out

The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz.  Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.

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Step into Christmas at 5 of the best festive markets in County Durham for 2024

Christmas markets are one of the best ways to get into the festive spirit but where are they taking place in County Durham this year? Whether you want to find some of the best local produce (from freshly baked bread to cheese selections) or the

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Northallerton links means Hull boss is assured of 'home' support at Middlesbrough

HE might be leading the away team against Middlesbrough this lunchtime, but stand-in Hull City boss Andy Dawson will be still assured of some home support at the Riverside. Dawson has stepped into the managerial breach after Hull dismissed former

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'Apart from Liverpool...': Eddie Howe on unique Newcastle Premier League opportunity

EDDIE Howe senses a "great" opportunity for Newcastle United this season - which is why Monday night's defeat to West Ham was so difficult to stomach. Ordinarily, four days on from a game, Howe and his Newcastle players would have moved on. And