Durham News
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Police searching for County Durham teenager who was last seen on Sunday
Officers from Durham Police are trying to find the whereabouts of Miles, 17, from Trimdon Station and has links to Consett and Stanley.
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Meet Jager the adorable stray puppy turned police dog who has joined Durham force
Meet our unexpected new recruit Jager, a stray who was rescued after being found running round the streets of Hartlepool last week.
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Sex offender breached court order by contacting vulnerable victim days after release
A sex offender was only out of prison for a few days before contacting the "vulnerable" victim of one of his previous crimes, a court heard.
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Preview of Durham Brass Festival with BBC Radio 4 Loose Ends set to record
The 2025 Durham Brass Festival, promises a vibrant lineup of performances and events across Durham’s city, towns, and villages, is set to burst into life.
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County Durham heritage venue earns national recognition in first year
The Story, a heritage attraction near Durham City in County Durham, has gained national acclaim within a year of opening
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Man found dead on river path near 13th century County Durham abbey, inquest told
An inquest has opened into the death of Steven Minto from Springwell in Sunderland who was found dead near Finchale Abbey in April.
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Meet the Durham shopkeeper chasing down thieves and pulling products from shelves
Andrew Board, who manages Core Convenience Stores on Canterbury Road in Durham has described the moment he pulled a thief back into his store.
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The four County Durham towns set to be impacted by proposed council tax changes
The four County Durham towns most likely to be impacted by proposed council tax changes have been revealed.
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Excitement as initial work starts on site of new County Durham hospital
Initial groundwork to create a new hospital in County Durham has commenced.
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Durham developer shortlisted for national award for its community work
County Durham-based developer Banks Homes has been shortlisted for the Best Community Initiative at the 2025 Housebuilder Awards, recognised for its Cathedral Meadows development in West Rainton
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Delight as £1.3bn Scotch Corner to Penrith A66 dualling scheme finally gets go ahead
The A66 dualling scheme, which will see the complete dualling of the route between Scotch Corner and Penrith, has been given the green light.
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Machete-wielding hostage taker was tackled by Durham officer who suffered knife wound
A heroic firearms officer who was injured with a machete while rescuing a hostage from an armed attacker has been nominated for a national bravery award.
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Newly trained police sniffer dogs are the latest canine recruits for Durham force
Durham Police’s Dog Support Unit has welcomed three new sharp-nosed canine recruits to its team.
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Booze-fuelled Darlington driver refused to give police breath specimen for analysis
A man made the costly mistake of getting into his car to drive to the end of the street and back while trying to cool off after a drunken row with his partner.
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Burglar raided County Durham businesses, stealing Harley Davidson motorbike from one
Two young burglars targeted commercial premises in east Durham in a spate lasting several weeks earlier this year.
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'Majestic' neo-classical mansion in County Durham on market for £2.75m
A grand 11-bedroom neo-classical mansion, Burn Hall, located on the southern edge of Durham City in County Durham, is now on the market for £2.75 million.
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Family pay tribute to 'truly unique' grandad who died in crash with HGV on A690
A heartbroken family has paid to their “truly unique” grandad who tragically died after a HGV crash in County Durham.
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Actor Mark Gatiss 'thrilled' to be awarded honorary degree by Durham University
Sherlock actor Mark Gatiss has been awarded an honorary degree by Durham University as part of the institution's graduation ceremony.
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Battered copper bugle sounded at Battle of the Somme was reunited with DLI soldier
A battered bugle held a pivotal role in the Battle of the Somme.
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Durham named one of UK’s least stressful moving destinations
Durham has been named one of the least stressful cities to move to in the UK, new research has revealed.
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Three new County Durham banners to be blessed at traditional Miners' Gala service
Banners from County Durham communities will be blessed as part of a traditional Durham Cathedral service which has been a part of every Miners' Gala since 1897.
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Two seriously hurt in seven car pile-up as Dacia 'goes into cars waiting at lights'
Hallgarth Street in Durham City Centre was brought to a standstill on Saturday (July 5) after a serious crash.
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Durham Women FC announce new kit deal with chance for 'bespoke' designs
Women's Super League 2 side Durham Women FC have announced a new kit partner, ditching Nike for a return to hummel.
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Officer who sent sexual Snapchats 'did same thing four years ago', police were warned
A police officer struck off for sending sexual Snapchats to colleagues could have been stopped in his tracks much earlier, a woman who says he did the same thing to her claims.
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County Durham care home told to improve amid fears how everyone would escape in fire
The Beeches Care Home on Church Lane in Kelloe has been told to improve after the CQC said it wasn't clear how all its patients could get out in a fire.
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County Durham named 'flipping' hotspot with 1 in 15 homes resold months after sale
The proportion of homes being “flipped” – bought and then re-sold within months – has reached its lowest level in more than a decade, according to analysis.
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County Durham shoplifter stole two bottles of lager and frightened Co-op worker
A shoplifter has apologised for the fear he caused a store employee who confronted him after he stole two bottles of lager from the premises.
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County Durham drink driver sells car to avoid temptation after another conviction
A man facing a second drink-related driving conviction this year decided to sell his vehicle to remove the prospect of further temptation, a court heard.
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How you can put your favourite boozer forward for The Northern Echo's Best Pub 2025
AsThe Northern Echo's Best Of series continues, we have once again come round to one of our most popular features – pubs.
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Paedophile 'haunted' lives of young girls after carrying out sickening abuse
Two girl’s lives were “haunted” by the sexually depraved actions of a County Durham man several years apart.
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Public notice: Main road through County Durham to close for resurfacing work
Durham Road (B6302) and Fair View in Esh Winning, County Durham, will be closed to traffic at night for resurfacing work over nine nights.
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Plans to convert Durham home into a house in multiple occupation submitted
Plans to convert a house in Durham into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been submitted to Durham County Council.
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Durham Miners' Gala to feature pride section in march for first time
Durham Miners' Gala 2025 will feature a pride section of the banner march for the first time in the event's history, the DMA announced.
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Drone ban to be in place for Durham Miners' Gala this weekend
A drone ban will be in place for the duration of the Durham Miners' Gala 2025, Durham Constabulary have confirmed.
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Jeremy Corbyn and Palestinian ambassador among Durham Miners' Gala confirmed speakers
Durham Miners Association has announced a full list of speakers for the 139th Durham Miners' Gala including Husam Zomlot and Jeremy Corbyn.
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Weather forecast for Durham Miners' Gala 2025 - brolly or suncream?
The Met Office has forecasted a hot and sunny day for the 139th Durham Miners' Gala taking place in Durham on Saturday July 12.
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Venomous snakes spotted in County Durham as warning issued to people and pet owners
In recent weeks and months, multiple sightings of the UK's only native venomous snake, the adder, have been reported across County Durham.
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Burglar found sitting in victim's car punched man and threatened to torch vehicles
A drug-addled burglar caught in the act by a householder was only subsequently detained after four people, including two police officers, suffered minor injuries.
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Military tradition honouring County Durham regiment to take centre stage
The Rifles’ Sounding Retreat, a military tradition celebrating the regiment's historic ties to the North East, will be held on Wednesday, July 9, at The Story in Mount Oswald, County Durham.
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Pubic notice: Durham road to be closed for 28 days for traffic signal works
Crossgate Peth in Durham city centre will be fully closed to all vehicles for 28 days starting July 21 due to traffic signal works, as confirmed in a public notice.
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Meet the retired detective appointed head of County Durham Freemasons
Retired detective John Watts from Consett has been appointed as the 24th Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasons in County Durham, one of England’s oldest Masonic provinces.
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Extra patrols to tackle serious violence in County Durham after £1m grant awarded
The funding has been secured by the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner and follows an additional £1million last year
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House with zip wire in the garden and panoramic views of Durham City is on the market
STYLISH and elegant, modern yet neither minimalist nor OTT bling, Hillcrest has plenty to recommend it... plus a great location in High Shincliffe that affords it panoramic views over Durham City approximately two miles away.
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Key timings to know ahead of Durham Miners' Gala 2025
Durham Miners' Gala 2025 is happening on Saturday July 12 as tens of thousands are set to hit the streets. Here's everything you need to know.
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LIVE: Durham road under cordon after crash as emergency crews on scene
Hallgarth Street in Durham city centre is closed as emergency services are at the scene. Follow for live updates
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The 'quaint' County Durham village and the reason behind its unique global name
Just six miles west of Durham City lies Quebec; a small village whose name sparks curiosity - but what inspired its title?
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What we know so far as five in hospital after crash leaves Durham street cordoned
Five people have been taken to hospital after a crash that saw part of Durham city centre placed under cordon.
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5 reasons to visit the 'historic' County Durham town with links to ITV's Vera
Set amid the rolling landscapes of the North Pennines, Stanhope is a historic market with links to ITV's Vera.
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School garden dedicated to 'ray of sunshine' teacher after her death age 33
Jade Nichols, 33, from Spennymoor, died in September 2023, after battling cervical cancer for 11 months.
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'World's fastest animal' that hits speeds of 200mph spotted in County Durham village
The North East's skies have once again welcomed the fastest animal on Earth, with a new sighting of the peregrine falcon in County Durham.