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LIVE - Road into Darlington 'partially blocked' after crash at roundabout
The A68 West Auckland Road in Darlington is 'partially blocked' after a crash at the roundabout from Faverdale to Rotary Way. Traffic currently slow in the area.
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County Durham fell runners tackle 190 miles to kit out mountain rescuers
Durham Fell Runners are preparing to complete a non-stop 190-mile relay along the Roof of England footpath to raise more than £6,000 for the Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team.
Great Yorkshire Show 2026 - Dates, tickets, parking, and everything you need to know
Great Yorkshire Show 2026 - Dates, tickets, parking, and everything you need to know
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Met Office says Darlington will be hotter than Tenerife today as heatwave continues
Darlington is set to be hotter than Tenerife today as the heatwave continues across the North East and temperatures will reach 29C.
Everything you need to know about the proposed Hope Moor Wind Farm plans
Here's all you will need to know about the proposed Hope Moor Wind Farm plans plans on the borders of County Durham and North Yorkshire.
Food industry leaders urge next PM to back 'resilient and affordable' system
Leading UK food industry organisations have urged the next Prime Minister to support a five-point plan aimed at strengthening food security, improving supply chain resilience and keeping food affordable for consumers..
A blot on the landscape - D&S Times launches campaign against wind farm
The Darlington and Stockton Times is today launching a campaign to Save Hope Moor from being severely damaged by plans for a huge wind farm.
Four major Darlington roads to have temporary traffic lights this Friday
Drivers in Darlington should prepare several sets of temporary traffic lights around the town on Friday, July 10.
Drunken Darlington thug punched boy before hitting him in face with BB gun
A drunken Darlington thug who admitted repeatedly punching a boy has been given a suspended prison sentence.
The most difficult GP surgeries to contact by phone in Darlington revealed
The most difficult GP surgeries to contact by phone in Darlington have been revealed in the results of the NHS GP Patient Survey 2026.
Here's what the Met Office says about Darlington's weekend weather
The weekend in Darlington will be dry and warm overall, with Friday hottest, Saturday still warm, and Sunday slightly cooler with only a small risk of showers.
11 pictures as exclusive gardens in bloom for rare open day ahead of final 2026 date
Sun‑lovers and nature enthusiasts made the most of a rare open day at Thornton Hall, usually only open a handful of times a year.
Teacher called schoolgirl 'stunning' and pulled another pupil's hips towards him
A teacher who called a schoolgirl “stunning” and pulled another student's hips towards him has been banned from the classroom for life.
North Yorkshire village becomes latest dark sky community
Sproxton, near Helmsley, has been recognised as a "dark sky friendly" village after taking steps to reduce light pollution and protect its natural night skies.
Google to shut down popular app after 21 years as users say 'reverse this decision'
Google has announced it will be shutting down the Google Earth Pro app in June 2027 - see the reaction from users.
11 pictures of people enjoying 30C heat in Darlington's South Park
Families, dog walkers and sunbathers made the most of another scorching day in Darlington on Thursday as the town hit 30C at the start of the second heatwave.
The best and worst GP surgeries in Darlington 2026 revealed - how does yours rank?
New 2026 GP Patient Survey data has revealed which GP surgeries in Darlington patients rated most highly for their overall experience.
New crime plan launched to tackle disorder and off-road bikes in Darlington
A new strategy to tackle anti-social behaviour, off-road bikes and violent crime has been launched after residents said they felt less safe in their communities.
Delight as Stockton makes UK Town of Culture shortlist and is in line for £3m prize
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Travellers vacate busy Darlington park after residents demand council to take action
Travellers who arrived at a busy Darlington park last weekend have now vacated the site following calls from residents for council action.