Durham News
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Maya’s Law petition reaches 7,000 signatures as family vows to keep fight alive
The family of murdered County Durham toddler Maya Chappell has vowed to keep pushing for a change after their campaign petition passed 7,000 signatures.
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Murder accused tells jury he was shocked when he saw his co-defendant with a handgun
One of the men charged with the murder of a Stanley man gunned down through a broken window thought ‘WTF’ when one of his co-accused pulled out a handgun.
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Prisoner strangled guard at HMP Durham leaving him fearing for his life
An inmate upset at being told to return to his cell held a prison officer in a choke hold for up to 20 seconds as colleagues tried to free him, a court heard.
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Spennymoor man banned from part of Yorkshire for illegal hare hunting with dogs
Taylor Sample, of Spennymoor, County Durham, has been banned from entering the East Riding of Yorkshire after being found guilty of illegal hare hunting with dogs.
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County Durham man banned from roads after driving while disqualified
Jordan Hardy, 31, of Hare Law Gardens in Stanley, County Durham, has been banned from driving for a year after being caught behind the wheel while disqualified.
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This years Lumiere Festival will be "The Last" due to investment concerns.
Artichoke, the UK’s leading producer of ambitious public art, and Durham County Council, have today announced that this year’s Lumiere will be the final edition. People have reacted to the news with saddness and frustration following the announcement that the UK’s landmark light art biennial will illuminate the city one last time from Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 November 2025, with a spectacular programme of international commissions, UK premieres and community projects.
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Halloween Fundraiser Fun Run at Thorpe Farm Centre
Thorpe Farm Centre is holding a spooky Halloween Fun Run in October, and raising funds for Butterwick Hospice. Families and runners are invited to sign up for the fun run on Sunday 19th October, with a choice of a 5K or 2K route, with the shorter route designed for children.
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Tudhoe children’s club looking forward with new backing from the Banks Group
After-school activity sessions for young people in a County Durham village are set to continue thanks to new funding from a regional employer. Tudhoe Community Centre is using a £2,000 grant from the Banks Group to cover the cost of the twice-weekly activity groups that it runs on Monday and Tuesday afternoons for children aged between six and 12 years old.
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Cast of Mary Poppins visit Beamish Museum
To mark the arrival of MARY POPPINS in Wearside ahead of a 4-week run and a Sunderland premiere, the cast of Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group’s MARY POPPINS, stepped back in time and visited Beamish Museum’s 1900s Town to relive the era in which the classic story is set while welcoming the cast to the region.
National News
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MI5 chief 'frustrated' over collapse of China spy case
Sir Ken McCallum says MI5 has acted against Chinese activity in the last week as parliamentary inquiry launched into spy case.
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'Game-changing' HIV protection jab approved in England and Wales
The shot, given six times a year or every other month, is an alternative to taking daily pills to protect against ever catching the virus.
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'Wrong' to block Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa match, says PM
Followers of the Israeli club will not be allowed to attend the Europa League game over safety concerns.
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Reeves plans 'targeted action' on bills in Budget
The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget.
North East Sport
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How Sunderland's new recruitment structure will work following exit of Stuart Harvey
Regis Le Bris has praised Stuart Harvey’s successful spell as Sunderland’s head of player recruitment and explained the club's off-field overhaul
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One major boost but fresh Middlesbrough injury concern & late Ipswich selection call
Middlesbrough injury and team news ahead of the Championship game against Ipswich
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Regis Le Bris delivers positive injury update ahead of Sunderland's game with Wolves
Regis Le Bris has delivered a positive injury update on Noah Sadiki and Omar Alderete ahead of Sunderland’s return to action against Wolves
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Inspiration behind new Boro crest, why there's two versions & subtle Teesside details
Middlesbrough have officially unveiled their new club crest which will be launched next season to coincide with the club's 150th anniversary