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Major Alexander Isak boost for Newcastle United ahead of Liverpool home game

ALEXANDER ISAK has declared himself fit to face Liverpool at St James' Park on Wednesday night. In a major pre-match boost ahead of Newcastle United's home game with the league leaders, Isak says he has shrugged off the injury issue that forced

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Fantastic aerial shots show Bishop Auckland Christmas Town from above

Fantastic aerial pictures have shown how the twinkling Bishop Auckland Christmas town looks from above.  The County Durham town has been taken over by stalls, tipis, and even a carousel as the special 10-day event kicked off on November 29. 

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Darlington council gives green light for conversion of house into HMO

Plans to approve a HMO just outside Darlington's town centre have been given the green light by the council. The conversion of a home on Greenbank Road into a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) has been deemed lawful under planning regulations.

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Darlington man at forefront of violent disorder found guilty by jury

A Darlington man has been convicted of violent disorder after he was at the forefront as protesters clashed with police during a riot in a North East town. Joseph MacKenzie was one of five people on trial after widespread disorder caused chaos

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FA Cup third-round draw: Newcastle, Middlesbrough and Sunderland all drawn at home

NEWCASTLE UNITED, Middlesbrough and Sunderland have all been drawn at home in the FA Cup third round. Newcastle will face League Two opposition after they were paired with Bromley, who are currently sitting in 20th position in the fourth tier.

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County Durham shop described as 'piece of village history' goes up for sale

A County Durham shop described as a "piece of village history" is set to go under the hammer with a guide price of £175,000. The building, located on Market Place in Middleton-in-Teesdale, has been in the same family for over 50 years. Now,

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Ex-professional footballer starts walking football sessions for all ages

An ex-professional footballer has started walking football sessions for people aged 18 to over 70. Janette Hynes MBE, a qualified UEFA B coach and consultant occupational therapist, started the sessions in Stokesley, North Yorkshire. The initiative

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Sunderland players raise £80k at foundation awards ceremony

Sunderland players, past and present, gathered to celebrate the achievements of participants supported by the club's charity. The Foundation of Light's Gala Awards Dinner, held at the Beacon of Light, highlighted the foundation's work and raised

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Thousands of Darlington resident to pay less council tax as scheme approved

Thousands of Darlington residents will pay reduced council tax bills after an annual support scheme was approved.   Councillors at Darlington Borough Council agreed to extend the council tax support scheme for people on low incomes.  Under

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The magic of Darrowby: behind the scenes with All Creatures Great & Small

All Creatures Great and Small is not merely about a family. The books by James Herriot – in real life, the vet Alf Wight - and the TV series are the embodiment of a sense of family and a love of landscape. A new book Celebrating All Creatures Great

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Man who kicked police shields during disorder in Sunderland admits riot charge

A man caught on camera kicking out at a police line during widespread disorder in Sunderland has today (Monday, December 2) admitted a charge of riot. John Paul Kirtley was seen at the forefront of the confrontation with police in the city centre

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Teen 'struck' by paraglider in Turkey walks off plane after landing on home soil

A County Durham teenager who was left with a broken back after being “wiped out” by a paraglider in Turkey has landed on home soil.  Lily Nichol, from Chester-le-Street, was involved in a freak accident while eating at a restaurant in the tourist

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Feud between two former friends came to an end as one suffered fatal stab wound

A four-month long feud between two former friends came to a bloody conclusion when one fatally stabbed the other this summer, a court heard. Adam Mackintosh is accused of murdering Lloyd Donkin when the pair clashed after weeks of animosity started

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'Evil' and abusive man who drowned his girlfriend in river found guilty of murder

An “evil” abusive partner who drowned his girlfriend in a river will be jailed for life after he was convicted of her murder. Vincent Joseph Morgan already had a history of attacking his partners before he formed a relationship with Lisa Welford

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North East cocktail bar named one of UK's top 50 for second year running

A North East cocktail bar has been named one of the best in the UK for the second year running. Mother Mercy in Newcastle has been recognised in the prestigious UK's Top 50 Cocktail Bars 2025 list. The bar's official placement on the list will

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DWP Christmas bonus paid from today with this five digit code

The Department of Work and Pensions Christmas bonus will be paid to those receiving certain benefits from today, the DWP has said. "The Christmas Bonus is a one-off tax-free £10 payment made before Christmas, paid to people who get certain benefits

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COMPETITION: Subscriber advent competition week three- what you could win

Subscribers to the Northern Echo can take part in our EXCLUSIVE subscriber-only advent this December- and here's what you could win. Escape to luxury and serenity in the heart of the Lake District with our incredible competition! You could win

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Darlington teens set up charity car wash to promote giving back over Christmas

Four Darlington teenagers have set up their own carwash to help others over the Christmas period.  The teenagers, Lewis Deverell, Darin Cocks, Fin Ablett-Tate, and Noah Ablett-Tate, all from around Darlington, wanted to set up their own car wash

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North East rock band unveils video for 'powerful' single about mental health

A North East-based rock band has unveiled a video for their “powerful” new single about mental health.  Juliet’s Not Dead, formerly known as Twister, released the video for Battle Scarred on Thursday (November 28) in conjunction with the Samaritans

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Ex-Darlington manager to lead 33-mile trek for children in hospital over Christmas

Former Darlington manager Martin Gray is set to lead a 33-mile walk between two North East hospitals in a bid to raise funds for children in hospital this Christmas.  The former midfielder will be taking staff and coaches from his business Future

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Amazing pictures show hidden underwater world just off North East coast

Incredible pictures have been captured of the underwater world off Redcar coast by a North East snorkeller. John Lampett has been diving around the Redcar coast for the last 15 years and now he has taken to exploring with a snorkel. The Scar

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Liverpool setback confirmed as Reds' injury problems worsen ahead of Newcastle trip

ARNE SLOT claims Liverpool’s defensive resources are being stretched to the limit ahead of their midweek trip to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United. Liverpool will definitely be without Ibrahima Konate and Conor Bradley on Wednesday evening

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Darlington Christmas Markets: Dates, timings, and more details for festive event

Darlington Market is set to be packed full of festive cheer as the Christmas Market returns to town. The event - taking place from Friday, December 6, until Sunday, December 8 - will see everything from sweet spots to unique craft stalls set up

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Newcastle star appears to hit back at 'sale' talk from Northern Echo reporter

Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes has appeared to hit back at The Northern Echo's chief sports writer who argued the club could sell him in January. In a column on Monday, Scott Wilson said Newcastle needed to "Sell in order to buy" and Guimaraes

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Group researching issues in rural Durham receives nearly £1m for project

A group researching rural County Durham has received a grant of nearly £1 million to help tackle challenges in rural communities. The Rural Durham Community Research Network has been awarded £998,613 by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in phase

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DWP Pensions Savings Cap - exact amount pensioners can save

With news that Claims for Pension Credit have soared by almost 150% since the Government announced plans to means-test the winter fuel payment, the question of a pension savings cap has resurfaced. Savings can change how much people receive in

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Popular North East bakery reopens airport store after refurbishment

Popular North East bakery Greggs has reopened its store at Newcastle Airport after a refurbishment. Located in the airport's check-in area, Greggs has undergone a complete makeover to enhance the customer experience and is now open 24/7. As

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Supermarket has say after more self service checkouts appear in County Durham stores

A supermarket has had its say after several additional self-service checkouts have popped up in shops in Darlington and County Durham.  People who have visited Sainsbury's Darlington superstore on Victoria Road and the Durham superstore at the

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Winter Fuel Payment deadline approaches - what you need to do to get £300 boost

Households who may be set to miss out on the £300 Winter Fuel Payment have been warned that a deadline to become eligible for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) cost of living boost is fast approaching. The benefit was previously available

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Households in North East to spend more on Christmas than anywhere else

Small businesses across the region are set for a boost as households in the North East are expected to spend more on Christmas this year than anywhere else in the UK. New data from the Small Business Saturday campaign has revealed that 32 per cent

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Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving appears in court after A69 crash

A man has appeared in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a crash on the A69 near Newcastle.  Ross Neville, 34, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on Monday (December 2) following a fatal crash on the A69 in Throckley

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NAMED: A killer, rapists, violent men and dealers - those locked up last month

Here are some of the most serious offenders who have faced justice at Teesside Crown Court in November. The cases include a killer, rapists, drug dealers and violent thugs from across the region. Pub killer A thug who killed a loving grandfather

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Woman shocked after finding toxic scorpion on her kitchen floor

A North East woman was left shocked after finding a toxic scorpion on her kitchen floor earlier this week.  Lesley Marsden, from Masham, said that she spotted the small arachnid on her kitchen floor, managing to catch it in a container.  She

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Sex offender took his own life in Durham prison cell only weeks after being locked up

A sex offender took his own life in his prison cell, only three weeks after he was sentenced.  Glen Adrian, 27, was found dead in his cell at HMP Durham on March 8, 2023. He had been sentenced to a ten-month stint inside for breaching a sexual

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County Durham’s Mark Gatiss charms viewers on Sunday Brunch yesterday

Sedgefield's Mark Gatiss appeared on Sunday Brunch yesterday talking about his new BBC show.  He was joined by the likes of Rick Astley, Holly Johnston, Lauren Mayberry and even Middlesbrough's Phil Dunning who has just written and starred in the

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Motorists face rush hour delays after two car crash closed A19 in County Durham

Motorists faced heavy delays during rush hour this morning following a crash that saw one lane closed. Those heading southbound on the A19 near Murton, Seaham this morning were met with delays following the crash just before 8am. Police were

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Weather maps show when snow could next fall in County Durham and Darlington

Snow will fall at several points during December in County Durham and Darlington, according to weather forecasters.  Across the month, flurries of snow and a more significant downpour of 'winter weather' will hit several locations across the region

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Cash stolen in second knifepoint 'robbery' at Darlington Sainsburys in under a month

Staff were reportedly threatened with a knife and cash stolen during a robbery at a Darlington shop last night - the second of this nature in a matter of weeks. Police were called to Sainsbury's on Corporation Road in Darlington last night (December

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Michael Carrick's Ben Doak message as focus on Liverpool loanee continues to grow

BEN DOAK has been showered with praise for his performances with Middlesbrough so far this season – but Michael Carrick feels the winger’s team-mates also deserve considerable credit for helping to bring out the best in him. Doak has been a revelation

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Every Women's Championship game to be livestreamed in boost to North East

Plans to livestream every Women's Championship game on YouTube from next season have been unveiled providing a potential boost for North East women's football clubs. The move will see a roughly six-fold increase in the number of live second-tier

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Human League and Bananarama announced for 80s day festival at Darlington Arena

Eight eighties icons - including The Human League and Bananarama - are set to take to the stage at Darlington Arena in 2025 for an all-day festival. 80s Calling has confirmed it will be hosting a summer show at the arena on Sunday, August 24, 2025

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Scott Borthwick stands down as Durham captain and moves into new role with club

SCOTT BORTHWICK has signed a two-year contract extension with Durham that will see him take on a new role as a player-coach. Borthwick's move into a player-coach role ahead of the 2025 season will see him stand down as Durham captain, with the

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A19 crash LIVE: Lane closed in County Durham as delays increase - live updates

11:37am Read our wrap up... Motorists faced delays after Murton A19 two car crash Click here.

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North East small businesses want share of UK's £20.4bn predicted Christmas spend

North East small businesses want a share of the UK's predicted £20.4bn Christmas shopping spend. Small businesses in the North East are set to benefit as UK households are projected to spend over £20 billion during the festive season, according

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The Traitors star explains why the NSPCC's vital work is so needed

Fay Greaves is probably best known to readers as one of the stars of the BBC show The Traitors, but away from the small screen she was a National League basketball player and has spent decades working with children. As an NSPCC Campaigner for Childhood

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Statutory Maternity Pay rates to increase in 2025

Statutory Maternity Pay and Maternity Allowance rates will increase in 2025, in line with the Government's announcement on benefits in the autumn budget.  This will be mirrored for Statutory Paternity Pay, Shared Parental and Adoption Pay standard

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Gregg Wallace accusers hit out at 'middle-class women' comment

Those accusing Gregg Wallace of sexually harassing behaviour have hit out at the presenter over claims that complaints are coming from "middle-class women of a certain age". One of those levying allegations against the MasterChef star said he "

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Who was voted off I'm a Celebrity last night? See the second celeb eliminated

The second campmate was voted off I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here last night (Sunday, December 1). Loose Women star Jane Moore was the first celebrity eliminated from the 2024 series on Friday (November 29) night. While there was no elimination

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You could be due £170 TV Licence refund as licence fee cost set to rise again

The cost of a TV Licence is set to rise again next year, as the BBC Licence fee increases to £174.50 per year. The fee will rise by £5 from April until 2027, the Government has announced. The licence fee previously increased by £10.50 earlier

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'The time has come for Newcastle to sell Guimaraes or Gordon in order to progress'

AS Newcastle United toiled away at Selhurst Park at the weekend, somehow claiming a point despite not recording a single shot on target, the need for transfer reinforcements was abundantly clear. And not just a tinkering around the edges either. After

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British tea brand Typhoo saved in new deal after falling into administration

Iconic British tea brand Typhoo has been saved in a massive deal after falling into administration last month. The 120-year-old company has been sold to the vape giant Supreme in a deal worth more than £10 million. Supreme is looking to expand

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RECAP A1 Darlington LIVE: Traffic eases following reports of crash

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DWP Universal Credit claimants to notice changes to payments this month

Universal Credit claimants may notice changes to their payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) over the next month. Millions of people across the UK who receive government support will receive their payments on different days ahead

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Villagers to 'continue to fight' against £32.6m plan for County Durham forest

County Durham villagers who could soon see a £32.6 million development built in their nearby forest say they will "continue to fight" plans lodged by Forestry England. The people of Hamsterley and surrounding areas have expressed fear, concern,

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December Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?

If you own Premium Bonds or are just curious to see who won the top £1 million prize, look no further. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the 2024 December winners. Only two lucky winners get to claim the top million-pound

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North East marina bar to be auctioned with £115,000 starting price

A North East bar and club has been put on the market, with the venue by the sea set to go under the hammer for a starting price of £115,000. The Blue Lounge, on Navigation Point in Hartlepool, is being sold by Parker Stag estate agents. The

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Darlington mum with Asthma in 'unliveable' damp and mouldy home facing eviction

A Darlington woman suffering from Asthma who says her home is ‘unliveable’ due to damp and mould, is facing eviction in just eight weeks. The tenant, who wishes to remain anonymous, said she has been living in a substandard home filled with mould

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Cummins backs BUSINESSiQ awards to be held with Amazon

Another flagship North East business is backing The Northern Echo’s BUSINESSiQ Awards – to be held at Wynyard Hall in partnership with Amazon. Cummins will present the Innovation Award – one of the highlights of the evening in a region where so

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LIVE: Parts of Darlington left without power after unplanned power cut

9:11am When will power be restored? According to the Northern Powergrid site, a cut was first reported just before

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The Northern Echo Best Coffee Shop: Vineyard Café places in top 10

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 hear from

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County Durham woman fined in court after assaulting police officer

A County Durham woman has been fined for assaulting a police officer while they were carrying out their duties. Chloe Weeks, 23, of The Avenue, Chester-le-Street, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court on Monday, November 25, 2024, where she admitted

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Waiting list 'crisis' for autism diagnosis as system 'blighting lives' in North East

A charity chief has warned “lives are being blighted” by a "system in crisis" after new figures revealed more than 1,500 extra patients with suspected autism are waiting for diagnosis this year.  New NHS England figures have shown that the number

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Regis Le Bris admits to 'frustration' about Sunderland squad situation

REGIS LE BRIS admits there is still a “large gap” between the core members of his Sunderland squad and the younger players who are struggling to get regular game time. The Black Cats’ winless run extended to six games as they lost at Sheffield

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Tommy Conway on Ben Doak's Boro dressing room joke & another crucial teammate bond

TOMMY Conway loves benefiting from the "carnage" caused by his close friend Ben Doak and says playing with the Liverpool loanee is a "striker's dream". Conway's two Boro goals in Saturday's 3-1 success over Hull City were both created by his Scotland

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New home helps family give disabled son better quality of life

New homes designed with residents’ needs and energy efficiency in mind have more than hit the brief, including for the parents of a disabled boy who were among the first people to move in.  Ryan and Louise Gray say their new home, rented from housing