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£7.2m Government funding to improve bus services across Teesside

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) is among those receiving funding to improve buses for passengers

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Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Investigation after cyclist hospitalised with 'serious head injury' in Darlington

Police have launched an appeal after a cyclist was hospitalised with a "serious head injury" following a crash with a car in Darlington town centre.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Cause of North Yorkshire helicopter crash which left two dead is not known

It is not known why a helicopter crashed into a tree in North Yorkshire leaving the pilot and his teenage passenger dead, an inquest jury has heard.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Drivers could be hit with £2500 fines amid 'snow bomb' weather warning

After reports suggest the UK will be hit by a 'snow bomb' soon, motoring experts have warned Brits about potentially huge fines.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

The nimble and frugal Kia Picanto provides great ease-of-use

THERE are plenty of big, sophisticated and pricey vehicles on the UK’s roads these days.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Insurance warning for burst pipes and boiler breakdown as snow starts to fall

As temperatures drop below zero and the first snow of winter begins to fall, experts are warning that boiler breakdowns and burst pipes are more likely

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Expert reveals little-known hack for getting £720 extra pension cash

This is how you could boost your pension pot in retirement

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Five expert heating engineer tips, and one that doesn't work at all

Heating is a top priority as the temperatures plummet and the weather turns wintery. A heating engineer expert shares the hacks he uses to beat the cold

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Sir Keir Starmer promises pensions update to Waspi women ‘in near future’

Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) have advocated for support for women who were born in the 1950s

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Plans raised for 'Superloop' bus route that will connect 'major hubs' together

Plans for a 'Superloop' bus route have been raised to potentially connect the 'major hubs' between Darlington, the Yorkshire Dales and Northallerton.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

O2 to discontinue major service used by thousands in the UK - are you affected?

O2 has revealed it will be closing down its Pay As You Go (PAYG) Mobile Broadband and iPad SIM service fully from on January 31, 2025.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

Plans raised for 'Superloop' bus route that will connect 'major hubs' together

Plans for a 'Superloop' bus route have been raised to potentially connect the 'major hubs' between Darlington, the Yorkshire Dales and Northallerton.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

Lola McEvoy encourages Darlington residents to apply for £100 support payment

Residents in Darlington who are facing financial hardship are being encouraged to apply for a one-off £100 payment to help with household costs.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Shoe shop to open in time for Christmas at former Pandora town centre store

UK-based footwear manufacturer Hotter Shoes will be opening their newest store in Northallerton on Saturday, December 14.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

School bounces back from 'Requires Improvement' Ofsted by impressing inspectors

OFSTED inspectors have praised Colburn Community Primary School in North Yorkshire for being a ‘welcoming, happy and safe school.’

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

World champion skater to perform in show inspired by Stockton and Darlington Railway

World champion skater Gary Beacom, who has performed with Torvill and Dean, is set to appear in a show inspired by Stockton and Darlington Railway.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

Investigation after cyclist hospitalised with 'serious head injury' in Darlington

Police have launched an appeal after a cyclist was hospitalised with a "serious head injury" following a crash with a car in Darlington town centre.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Pictures show devastation caused by fire in Yarm house - but it could have been worse

Cleveland Fire Brigade have released horrifying pictures of the inside of a house fire in Yarm

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Darlington toddler murder trial jury hears he was 'bruised and underdeveloped'

A Darlington toddler allegedly murdered by his mum’s partner was seen with bruises and appeared to be weak, a court has heard.

Darlington and Stockton Times | News

Man, 68, arrested after incident in Darlington over the weekend

A man in his 60s has been arrested following an incident on Fulthorpe Road in Darlington over the weekend.