
Durham News
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Historic County Durham village praised for its 'rural charm'
Tudhoe near Spennymoor has been praised for its historic character, village green and rural setting just a short distance from Durham City.
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Free festival at world's oldest station marks 201st anniversary of the railway
THE 201st anniversary of the railway that got the world on track is being celebrated with an all-day festival at the site of the world’s oldest railway station.
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Celebrating 100th anniversary of birth of Teesdale farming legend Hannah Hauxwell
IT is exactly 100 years since Hannah Hauxwell was born in the remotest corner of Teesdale into a rural way of life that even back then was fast fading out.
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The nine North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery this week
15 North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.
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County Durham couple kept underweight and flea-ridden cats in 'shocking conditions'
A Consett couple have been banned from keeping animals for life after they were found with five cats in a “shocking condition” despite an existing ban.
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Tees Cottage set for bear-y busy weekend of steam and family funA historic Darlington landmark is preparing to welcome families, history enthusiasts and teddy bears alike this weekend as Tees Cottage Pumping Station hosts a special Teddy Bears' Picnic event.
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Boiler Shop to become North East’s first ‘living workplace’ as hundreds take part in live experiment at Work Beyond Walls eventThis September, the North East is set to host a major event exploring the next workplace revolution, from the place which housed the world’s first purpose-built locomotive factory.
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Durham Dales country inn launches ‘Sniffari’ as dog owners are urged to stop rushing pets past smellsTo mark National Dog Day on Wednesday, 26th August, dog owners are being urged to stop judging a successful walk by the number of miles covered and give their dogs more time to follow their noses.
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Back To The Future Returns to the Big Screen as Gala Durham Launches New Blockbuster Cinema SeasonFollowing the sell-out success of last year's Jaws 50th Anniversary screening, Gala Durham is preparing to launch a major new cinema season, The Blockbuster Era: When Movies Became Events, opening with a special screening of Back To The Future on Saturday 5 September 2026.
National News
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Temperatures could climb to 28C in late burst of warmthA summer-like day is in store for some on Sunday with above average temperatures, but the heat will be short-lived.
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Heathrow Airport train services resume after trackside fire disruptionThere were severe delays and cancellations on Saturday, with no trains between central London and the airport.
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Prince William to attend King Harald's funeral in NorwayThe Prince of Wales will represent the King at the funeral of Harald V in Oslo next week.
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Disruption at Port of Dover due to 'stop the boats' protestThe government says it condemns "the behaviour in Dover" and the hours-long disruption it caused.
North East Sport
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Kim Hellberg was 'worried' - which explains importance of Middlesbrough's QPR win
Analysis of Middlesbrough's 1-0 Championship win over QPR at Loftus Road
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Steve Watson's major frustration as Darlington's wait for a home win goes on
INJURY-HIT Darlington are still without a point in four home matches after they lost 2-0 to King’s Lynn.
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The unexpected Regis Le Bris move that proved key for Sunderland at Brentford
Regis Le Bris' decision to pair Wilson Isidor with Brian Brobbey was key as Sunderland drew 1-1 at Brentford
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QPR boss has high praise for Middlesbrough again - but it comes with a warning
QPR boss Julien Stéphan's verdict on Middlesbrough after Kim Hellberg's side won 1-0 at Loftus Road
