
Durham News
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Lane closures and roadworks to take place on A66 in County Durham this month
Drivers travelling along the A66 in County Durham are being advised to plan ahead this month as a series of lane closures and roadworks are planned.
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All the times and dates for roadworks on the A1(M) in County Durham this month
Drivers using the A1(M) in County Durham are being urged to plan ahead over the coming weeks as a series of lane closures and roadworks are set to take place.
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A special send-off for football-loving priest who enriched 'innumerable' lives
A much-loved church leader, and devoted Newcastle United fan, was laid to rest this week. PETER BARRON reports
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Award-winning director shines spotlight on County Durham cancer trust in docu-series
A powerful new documentary series is set to shine a light on the everyday realities of cancer support in County Durham.
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Cheapest petrol and diesel in or near Darlington this week
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Darlington, according to petrolprices.com. Petrol prices get their information direct from garages and from users. Prices are correct at the time of writing based on the information
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Durham Stick Makers carving out future with new equipment grantTraditional heritage craft skills are set to be passed on to the next generation after a four-figure grant from a regional employer enabled a County Durham community group to bring in specialist new equipment.
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County Durham Grandma shortlisted for Grandparet of the yearTo mark National Grandparents Day in October, Ambassador Cruise Line launched its nationwide search for the Great British Grandparent 2025 – an accolade conceived as a heartfelt tribute to the unsung heroes who give so much of their time, consideration, emotional and, in some cases, financial support to their nearest and dearest, day in, day out.
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Durham Markets Launches Photography Competition to Celebrate 175 YearsDurham Markets has launched a new photography competition as part of its celebrations marking 175 years since the formation of Durham Markets Company in 1851.
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MBE for the Northern Housing Consortium’s longest serving colleagueNorthern Housing Consortium (NHC) Executive Assistant Lynda Redshaw, who lives County Durham, was presented with an MBE for services to social housing in the North of England by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle. She attended the ceremony with her two sons and granddaughter.
National News
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Mandelson scandal is 'serious' for Starmer but PM is 'man of integrity', Brown saysGordon Brown sayd Sir Keir may have been "too slow to do the right things" but backed him to "clean up the system".
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MPs are shocked and angry at Mandelson - but they're furious with StarmerMany Labour insiders say Sir Keir may not be the man to take them to the next election, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigationThe former ambassador to the US and Labour minister is under investigation for misconduct in a public office.
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Minister used PR firm to investigate journalists' sourcesCabinet office minister Josh Simons commissioned APCO Worldwide for the investigation in 2023.
North East Sport
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Eddie Howe's 'full responsibility' comment - and reaction to St James' Park boos
Eddie Howe says he has to take “full responsibility” for Newcastle’s current struggles – and understands the booing that rang around St James’ Park
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The Newcastle player 'run ragged' and team-mate who was 'nowhere near' required level
Player Ratings: Newcastle United 2 Brentford 3 - Dango Outtara was Man of the Match at St James' Park
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The angry post-match reaction that could spell trouble for Eddie Howe and Newcastle
Newcastle United were beaten 3-2 by Brentford at St James' Park as their Premier League troubles continued
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The crucial 'lesson' Sunderland must learn from 'best team in Europe'
Regis Le Bris' verdict on Sunderland's defeat at Arsenal
