
Durham News
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Live - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder
Follow live coverage of the trial of five men accused of murdering Daniel Ambler in Seaham.
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County Durham woman told breast cancer tests were negative before rare diagnosis
Alison Deighton, 69, says her cancer test was misread as negative before a rare breast cancer diagnosis amid the County Durham NHS breast care scandal.
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Teen burglar and his 'little gang' targeted Ferryhill home in bid to steal motorbike
A man took part in an overnight burglary during which thieves tried to steal two vehicles.
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Darlington driver's fear of needles leads to ban and big bill for refusing blood test
A previously clean-living man has lost his good name and driving licence because of his fear of needles.
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Popular dog day-out service Billy's Bus launches new County Durham route
Dog owners in Newton Aycliffe, Ferryhill and Chilton will soon be able to send their pets on a "tail-wagging adventure" after Billy's Bus announced a new County Durham route.
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BBC’s Question Time Brings National Debate to East Durham CollegeEast Durham College’s Peterlee Campus became the home of BBC’s Question Time this month, as presenter Fiona Bruce brought an hour of debate to County Durham, welcoming a panel of politicians and media commentators to the college.
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The Bobby Robson foundationSir Bobby Robson’s youngest son, Mark, was recently invited to Langley Park Primary School to talk to the young pupils about his dad’s life and career. The County Durham school is a stone’s throw from the house where Sir Bobby grew up with four brothers and began playing football in a back lane
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Royal Northern Sinfonia brings live music to CotherstoneMusicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia, the orchestra based at The Glasshouse in Gateshead, are coming to Cotherstone Village Hall, Co Durham on Thursday 22 October at 7.30pm as part of a new partnership with Highlights Rural Touring Scheme.
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Nominate yours for grandparent of the year!Running until Sunday 15 November 2026, the campaign to find the UK’s Grandparent of the Year invites members of the public to nominate a grandparent– or someone who has taken on the role of one – who has made an extraordinary difference to their lives or those around them.
National News
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Google says services recovering after cloud outage hits UK banks and websitesRevolut was one of the hardest hit, with banking services going down for many customers.
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BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to closeThe closures are announced as the corporation continues to try to save £500m over two years.
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Woman says she 'couldn't speak or breathe' during alleged rape by Russell BrandThe entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
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UK to deploy jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacksThe UK announces it will provide additional defensive military support to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate in the region.
North East Sport
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Kim Hellberg won't shirk big Middlesbrough decisions after Bolton team selection hint
Kim Hellberg won't shirk the big decisions if he feels they'll benefit his Middlesbrough side and will continue to do what he feels is necessary to make sure his star players don't burn out
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The Lech Poznan lowdown: All you need to know ahead of Sunderland's next Europa game
Sunderland return to European action on Thursday when they take on Lech Poznan in their latest game in the Europa League
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Sunderland issue statement on plan for May's derby vs Newcastle amid 'disappointment'
Sunderland are yet to make a decision on how Newcastle supporters will be treated when they visit the Stadium of Light for May’s second derby game
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Regis Le Bris spells out what he is demanding from Sunderland players in next week
Regis Le Bris has told his Sunderland players to “show resilience” and provide a strong reaction to Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth
