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Late-to-break driver hit woman crossing Yarm High Street leaving her with broken elbow
Matthew Hornung should have seen the woman crossing the road well before he applied the break, the court heard
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Cinema announces special Remembrance film screenings
The Ritz Cinema in Thirsk is marking Remembrance with multiple special screenings.
Yorkshire Dales campsite submits new plans to allow campervans on ten pitches
Wharfe Camp in Kettlewell seeks Yorkshire Dales National Park approval to allow small campervans on its 10 pitches, citing tourism and local businesses.
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Darlington Indian restaurant that 'gives its everything' to customers in for award
An Indian restaurant in Darlington that “gives its everything” to customers has made the top ten of The Northern Echo’s Best Curry House 2026.
North Yorkshire councillors warned jokes and banter can cause offence under new rules
Political parties have been banned from running stalls at markets operated by North Yorkshire Council under new rules which also warn councillors that jokes and banter on social media can cause offence.
4 adverts banned for promoting prescription-only weight loss pills to UK public
One banned ad appeared on a bus in July and showed a hand holding a white pill beside the words "The weight is over. Voy."
Burglar jailed after 120mph chase in stolen Mercedes despite flat tyres
Redcar burglar Michael Bishop jailed for 30 months after stealing a Mercedes and driving at 120mph on the A66 before a police Stinger helped end the chase.
Walker airlifted to hospital after lorry's blown out tyre hits him on A66
A walker was airlifted to hospital after a lorry's blown-out tyre struck his leg on the A66 at Greta Bridge, near the Morrit Arms Hotel.
Call for Yorkshire Water to return to public ownership after 335 pollution incidents
North Yorkshire Green Party councillors have called for Yorkshire Water to be brought back into public ownership following the resignation of its chief executive.
'Common law marriage' myth could finally change for 3.5 million couples
More than 3.5 million 'common law' couples could be given new legal rights if proposed Government reforms go ahead.
North Yorkshire Police hosts conference on tackling 'force priority' rural crime
Hosted by North Yorkshire Police at Askham Bryan College, the force’s Rural Crime Conference brought together representatives from the NFU, police, local authorities, rural businesses and community groups.
Thousands could unlock £2,600 savings after major government rule change
Thousands of young disabled people could find it easier to access their Child Trust Funds under Government plans to simplify the process for parents and carers.
Greggs reported to watchdog over claims 'no turkey' ad 'misleads vegans'
Vegan Sharon Nixon has reported a Greggs Festive Bake advert over its 'all taste, no turkey' slogan.
£20k reward in search for Vicky Glass' murderer 26 years to day since body found
Crimestoppers has renewed its appeal for information about the murder of a young woman whose body was found in North Yorkshire 26 years ago, with a £20,000 reward on offer.
Ex Wilko store in Darlington could become offices as council consider £560,000 offer
Darlington Borough Council could spend a further £560,000 progressing plans for the redevelopment of the former Wilko site in the town centre.
£50,000 earners face major tax change this week HMRC explains what happens next
HMRC has issued five important reminders to sole traders earning over £50,000 ahead of the November 7 Making Tax Digital quarterly update deadline.
Ex Wilko store in Darlington could become offices as council consider £560,000 offer
Darlington Borough Council could spend a further £560,000 progressing plans for the redevelopment of the former Wilko site in the town centre.
New Morrisons Christmas product leaves shoppers asking if it's April Fool's Day
Morrisons has released a sweet pizza for Christmas leaving shoppers asking if it is from April Fool's Day.
Farming family fulfils loved one’s wish with national award
Cumbrian dairy family Messenger named Britain’s best grassland farmers at the 2026 British Grassland Society awards in Northern Ireland on October 21.
County Durham headteacher to retire on a high after glowing Ofsted report
A Barnard Castle primary school received a glowing Ofsted report just weeks before its headteacher retires after more than eight years in charge.