
Durham News
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Teenager accused of murder feels ‘physically sick’ over man's death, trial hears
Logan Anderson tells Teesside Crown Court he feels sickened by the death of Daniel Ambler in Seaham, while denying he intended to cause harm in court.
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Knife-wielding thug pushed woman in front of bus after 'bullying' confrontation
Ferryhill man Raymond Davies admits assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possessing a knife after dispute; sentencing is set for December 14.
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Newton Aycliffe drug-driver, 22, banned from roads for a year after cannabis test
Newton Aycliffe man Jacob Humble banned from driving for 12 months and fined £265 after admitting drug-driving with cannabis over the legal limit.
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Durham businesses urged to enter Christmas frontage competition with £500 prizes
Durham City businesses urged to enter Christmas frontage competition, with £500 prizes and trophies for festive displays
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Durham poet's First World War masterpiece set to music for chapel centenary
WAS it a hill in Durham on which, in his halcyon schooldays, poet William Noel Hodgson sat and watched the sun going down, its last rays lavishing colour on the peaceful countryside?
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WIN Tickets to Sunderland vs Newcastle Womens derby this weekend!On Sunday 15 November, Sunderland Women face off against visitors Newcastle United in one of the biggest games in English women's football and YOU could be there!
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Hartlepoo clothing brand launches competition with £500 top prize.A Japanese-inspired clothing brand founded in Hartlepool is calling on North East creatives to enter its first design competition, which is free and open to anyone aged 16 and over.
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A New Literary Festival Comes to Barnard Castle"Write Hear! Write Now!" is coming to Barnard Castle, promising a celebration of creativity, storytelling and the written word. Organised by the Barnard Castle Writing Group, Write Hear! Write Now! will bring together writers, readers and aspiring authors for a day of workshops, live readings, lively discussion and the launch of a new book.
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Bright Futures Ferryhill Expands Community Pantry with New Location at Ferryhill Sport and Education CentreBright Futures Ferryhill CIC, a local community interest company dedicated to uplifting and supporting residents, has announced that its popular Community Pantry is moving to a new, larger space within the Ferryhill Sport and Education Centre.
National News
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Author says there were 'real concerns' about David Walliams within publishing industryThe comedian denies allegations of sexual misconduct, inappropriate behaviour and abusing his power more than 10 years ago.
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No risk to public from hoax school bomb threats, says government ministerPolice Scotland said at least 1,000 schools received the email but the warnings were immediately assessed as hoaxes.
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Three Iran-backed suspects plotted attacks including RAF Fairford incident, US saysThe US Department of Justice says the men were involved in a string of plots, including a major incident near the UK airbase that is used by US armed forces.
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Scottish DJ, 32, confirmed as victim of Krakow shootingThe man, who is understood to be James Thomas Campbell from Prestwick, died when a lone gunman opened fire in central Krakow on Saturday.
North East Sport
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Max Arfsten's Middlesbrough position and Kim Hellberg's surprise selection explained
Kim Hellberg has suggested Max Arfsten is likely to continue to be used in an attacking role for Middlesbrough, with Sam Byram getting the left-back nod at Watford
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What Luke O'Nien says changed in Chelsea win - and what Sunderland have to do now
Luke O'Nien has revealed revisiting some of the most successful matches from last season helped Sunderland’s players rediscover battling qualities
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New North East football academy offers young players new route into game
Redcar ISE Football Academy launches at Redcar and Cleveland College, offering post-16 football training, education and pathways for Tees Valley talent.
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Darlington claim battling home draw with new manager watching on from stands
New Darlington manager Craig Elliott will have a better idea of what he needs to recruit following his side's 1-1 draw with promotion-chasing Oxford City
