
Durham News
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Murder accused denies rounding up family to settle feud by attacking Daniel Ambler
Seaham murder trial at Teesside Crown Court: Ashton Anderson denies rounding up family in feud attack after Daniel Ambler died in a 4x4 collision.
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94-year-old Bishop Auckland sex offender’s sentencing delayed after illness in court
Donald Gates, 94, convicted of five child sexual abuse offences at Teesside Crown Court, will be sentenced on January 26 after falling ill during the hearing.
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How a County Durham wedding planner created his own dream day
North East wedding planner Ben Carter married Ryan at Bowburn Hall Hotel in County Durham after 15 years creating dream weddings there for clients and 140 day guests.
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Durham family firm launches new student accommodation business
Durham firm launches Cabana Student Living with more than 450 student units, £1m St Andrews Chambers refurbishment and £12m Viaduct Residences development.
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The Durham wartime wedding dress with an extraordinary story woven into its silk
Today’s Object of the Week tells a story of love and ingenuity, but also opens a window on the changing lives of women in wartime.
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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.
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Music, Remembrance, Poetry and festive performances at Redhills this NovemberFrom a concert honouring mining communities to live poetry, film, jazz and a fresh take on a Christmas classic, Redhills Durham Miners Hall has an eclectic programme of events coming up this November, offering new reasons to discover one of the North East’s most important historic buildings.
National News
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David Walliams accused of sexual misconduct after losing injunction bidITN and the Guardian allege the comedian preyed on teenage girls and young women. He has denied all allegations.
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US Army soldier suspected of spying for Russia arrested in UKThe 41-year-old senior soldier is accused of national security offences and is being questioned in London.
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Arrests made in Mohamed Al Fayed probe in France, police sayThe Ritz hotel in Paris, which is still owned by the Al Fayed family, is one of the properties searched by police.
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Train attack driver's '10 seconds' to change lineAndrew Johnson tells jurors he heard over the intercom "'there's a knifeman stabbing people'".
North East Sport
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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
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Craig Elliott spells out his plans ahead of formally starting work as Darlington boss
Craig Elliott is confident he will be able to “make a positive impact” at Darlington following his appointment as the club’s new boss
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Newcastle United attacking target revealed as club firm up January transfer plans
Newcastle United have been linked with a January move for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Drena Bjelo
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Sunderland 'bubble' plan for Newcastle confirmed despite fierce derby backlash
Sunderland have confirmed full details of the hugely controversial "bubble" arrangements for when the Black Cats take on Newcastle in the first derby of the season next month
