
Durham News
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County Durham driver ferried children to school in unlicensed vehicle
A Pelton Fell driver has been caught using an unlicensed and uninsured vehicle to take children to and from school.
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Pressure mounts on Health Secretary to call public inquiry into breast cancer scandal
The Northern Echo is today calling on the new health secretary not to turn a blind eye to the County Durham and Darlington breast cancer scandal.
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Stunning pictures as green-fingered County Durham village hosts open garden event
A green-fingered County Durham village welcomed hundreds to their gardens this weekend as the Whorlton Village Open Gardens event returned.
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Mr Murray, open your eyes to why we need a public inquiry into breast cancer care
CAN women, in their most vulnerable moments, trust their breast cancer treatment they receive from Darlington Memorial Hospital and the County Durham trust?
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County Durham woman earns OBE for communications role with the National Trust
A prominent voice promoting the work of the National Trust has been awarded an OBE in the The King's Birthday Honours.
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Britains Favourite Butterfly 2026 RevealedThe nation has spoken and crowned the Peacock Britain’s Favourite Butterfly in a landmark poll. Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has today revealed that the colourful Peacock has beaten off fierce competition from a colourful cast of species to take the top spot as Britain’s Favourite Butterfly.
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Chester-le-EATS Celebrates Five Flavour-Packed Years With Launch Of New MasterclassesChester-le-EATS is back for its fifth anniversary celebrations, bringing even more for food and drink lovers to enjoy with the launch of brand-new masterclasses.
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Pupils help to name new housing development at Wynyard ParkPupils at Wynyard Church of England Primary School in Stockton-on-Tees have helped to name a new housing development taking shape in the village.
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New College Durham Students Gain Inspiring Insight into Theatre Industry on West End Study VisitStudents from New College Durham's Performing Arts programmes recently enjoyed an unforgettable educational visit to London's world-famous West End, combining theatre history, industry insight, practical workshops and world-class performances.
National News
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Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC revealsEvidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.
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Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted babyPreston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
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Nowak killer's 'unduly lenient' sentence to be appealedThe sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.
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Canadian lynx one of big cat sightings in Welsh countrysideFifteen "big cats" were reported to authorities in Wales between January 2020 and July 2025.
North East Sport
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Key Newcastle United figure informs club of intention to leave with changes imminent
Steve Nickson is leaving his position as Newcastle United’s head of recruitment, with West Ham United keen on appointing the talent spotter
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Chelsea's Lewis Hall interest - and what it means for Newcastle and their full-back
Chelsea have lined up Newcastle United full-back Lewis Hall as a potential replacement for Marc Cucurella
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Former Middlesbrough midfielder takes on major new role at North-East club
Former Middlesbrough midfielder Adam Clayton has been appointed as the new assistant first-team head coach of Hartlepool United
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Rugby greats roll into Darlington as Lewis Moody’s MND ride hits town
Lewis Moody, Martin Johnson and other rugby legends were welcomed by fans at Darlington Rugby Club during a charity cycling challenge raising funds to combat motor neurone disease.
