
Durham News
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The peaceful County Durham village that feels like 'stepping back in time'
Nestled near Spennymoor, the picturesque village of Tudhoe is a place where rich history, rural charm, and community spirit come together.
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Police probing County Durham scandal-hit NHS service as calls for inquiry intensify
Police are investigating concerns surrounding the breast cancer services at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT).
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County Durham man admits trying to start house fire intending to put lives at risk
A man has admitted trying to start a house fire intending to put lives in danger and to cause damage to the property.
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County Durham footballer who died at 31 from breast cancer will 'never be forgotten'
Family and friends of a much-loved footballer, who died after being diagnosed with breast cancer while still in her twenties, have been told she will never be forgotten.
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Rick Simpson formally elected as next Bishop of Durham at cathedral ceremony
The Venerable Rick Simpson has been elected as the new Bishop of Durham, with his Confirmation of Election set to take place in April.
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Durham - It's time to vote for your favourite butterfly!Leading wildlife charity, Butterfly Conservation, is calling on the public to prepare for a bumper summer of butterflies. This year, alongside its hugely popular Big Butterfly Count, the charity is launching something brand new - a vote to discover Britain’s Favourite Butterfly!
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‘Every Parent Day’ shines a spotlight on Durham foster carersA Durham fostering agency is celebrating its foster carers' dedication ahead of Mother’s Day with ‘Every Parent Day’. Swiis Foster Care is recognising the invaluable contribution of foster carers who provide safe, loving homes to children and young people, marking the occasion with a celebration coffee morning and presentation of gifts.
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Durham Hits All The Right Notes With The Launch Of A New Jazz FestivalDurham is set to swing as a major new jazz festival is announced for the city. The inaugural Durham Jazz Festival will take place from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, transforming venues across the city with a vibrant programme featuring top-flight artists from the world of jazz.
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Sheridan Smith & Cast raise money for North East charity on International Womens Day.Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, award winning actress Sheridan Smith, accompanied by her fellow cast and crew of the dark psychological comedy, Woman In Mind, came together for a special Q&A event at Sunderland Empire to raise money for local women’s charity, Wearside Women In Need.
National News
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Oil price profiteering will not be tolerated, says MilibandEd Miliband says the competition watchdog is primed to intervene if firms use the oil price shock to "rip off" customers.
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UK to benefit from £937m Irish investment, says StarmerThe £937m investment will create about 850 new jobs, according to prime minister Sir Keir Starmer.
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King expresses 'concern' over Alberta separatists in meeting with First Nations chiefsOne First Nation has sued the province of Alberta, arguing that allowing a possible referendum on separating from Canada is a violation of indigenous rights.
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Lost Doctor Who episodes found in 'eclectic' collectionThe Doctor's assistant Peter Purves was invited to a screening of the episodes in Leicester.
North East Sport
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Regis Le Bris: 'We are Sunderland. We failed - and the players understand'
Regis Le Bris opens up on the inquest that followed Sunderland's FA Cup defeat at Port Vale
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Sunderland get five-player Newcastle boost but key star's season could be over
Regis Le Bris updates on Sunderland injury and team news ahead of the games against Brighton and Newcastle
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Two very different Kim Hellberg post-match interviews - and Middlesbrough truth
Analysis of Middlesbrough's 1-0 Championship defeat to Charlton at the Riverside
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Newcastle United's training ground focus as Howe admits to obvious Chelsea challenge
Eddie Howe admits his Newcastle players will inevitably have one eye on next week's second leg at Barcelona when they take on Chelsea in the Premier League this weekend.
