
Durham News
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The ‘booming’ County Durham market town surrounded by countryside and nature
Middleton-in-Teesdale is fast gaining recognition as one of County Durham’s most appealing rural destinations.
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Killer driver, rapist and gunman among those locked up throughout March
Here are some of the people locked up at Teesside Crown Court last month including a killer driver and a Darlington gunman.
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Booze-fuelled shoplifter spat at Durham Bus Station staff telling them to '**** off'
A drunken shoplifter spat at staff at Durham Bus Station telling them to '**** off' after being asked to leave.
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County Durham pupils 'thrilled' after uncovering 1928 'treasure' during works
Pupils at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School in Shotton Colliery were thrilled after a 1928 penny was discovered during nursery construction work, sparking interest in local history.
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County Durham heritage railway's surprise Easter plans — what families need to know
Weardale Railway will host Easter celebrations featuring egg hunts, family activities, and heritage train rides between Bishop Auckland and Stanhope over the Easter weekend.
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Fire service announces new Deputy Chief Fire OfficerCounty Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Cherrie as Deputy Chief Fire Officer.
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Children with disabilities bringing bees and butterflies to Durham City homesMore bees and butterflies will soon be winging their way to Durham City thanks to a new project from a community charity which supports children with disabilities. The Sensory Place provides a range of activities, events and support for children with disabilities up to the age of 25, and works with around 200 families from across the region.
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Forget social media, radio is the future of local connection.After 40 years as a newspaper journalist at home and abroad, Stuart Laundy has relished swapping notebook and pen for microphone and mixer.
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Sunderland Chef to Represent the North East on BBC’s Great British MenuA Sunderland-based chef is set to represent the North East on the upcoming series of Great British Menu, with the regional heats airing on BBC Two on Tuesday 24th March at 6.30pm.
National News
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Funeral boss will pay for what he did - baby's mumJasmine Beverley's son was stillborn and his funeral was arranged by the now-disgraced Robert Bush.
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M&S boss calls for more action on crime and abuse of staffThinus Keeve's comments come days after an M&S store was targeted during disorder in south London.
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Boy, 14, shot dead in Woolwich namedA boy, 14, shot dead in south-east London is named as Eghosa Ogbebor, as three people are arrested.
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Marmalades may need to be relabelled under post-Brexit food dealThe breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.
North East Sport
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Darlington's promotion hopes dealt major blow after last gasp home defeat
Darlington's National League North play-off hopes were dealt another major blow after conceding a stoppage goal to lose 2-1 to Scarborough, spoiling the unexpected debut of goalkeeper Liam Mason
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'That breaks my heart': Kim Hellberg's verdict on Middlesbrough's Millwall defeat
Kim Hellberg's verdict on Middlesbrough's 2-1 defeat to Millwall
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When Kim Hellberg expects Hackney, Whittaker & Castledine to return for Middlesbrough
Kim Hellberg provides a Middlesbrough injury update after the defeat to Millwall
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Boro player who 'looked uncomfortable' & teammate who didn't make opportunities count
How Middlesbrough's players rated in the 2-1 defeat to Millwall at the Riverside
