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Teesside boxing star Troy Williamson beat Callum Simpson comprehensively
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Rail network 'under persistent weather stress' as flood affected stations identified
Nunthorpe, Redcar Central, Saltburn and Darlington were highlighted in research examining how flooding is affecting train services
Stray lurchers adopted together after becoming best pals in North East kennels
Merlin and Lollie were taken in by Dogs Trust Darlington as strays but have now been adopted together by a couple who lost their beloved dogs
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New powers to reduce rising number of HMOs in Darlington move closer
Local leaders have stepped in amid growing concerns over their impact across Darlington communities
Police dog handlers save life of man who collapsed on track by A19
Two police dog handlers have been praised after they saved the life of a man who had collapsed on a rural lane by the A19 near Northallerton.
North Yorkshire takeaway reopens in new home and is already 'exceeded expectations'
A popular North Yorkshire takeaway has reopened in Bedale, with its owner saying the response has already “exceeded expectations.”
A major DWP rule change is coming this month - here’s what it means for your benefits
Starting a job won’t trigger the same benefit checks under new DWP rules—find out how the changes affect you.
North Yorkshire flower farm set to bloom this spring with 200,000 tulips
A North Yorkshire family farm is to open its tulip field with more than 200,000 flowers set to bloom this spring.
North East farmers warned to lock fuel tanks as police fear rise in rural thefts
Farmers are being warned to lock up their fuel tanks by Cleveland Police as fears of rural oil theft rise.
Welfare, imports and planning to dominate debate at British Pig & Poultry Fair
Industry leaders will gather at the British Pig & Poultry Fair at the NEC in Birmingham this May to քննարկ the future of UK food production.
County inspiration drives success for North Yorkshire home business
Yorkshire Rose Candles is enjoying success by stressing its Yorkshire origins and county themes.
Northallerton faces cool, cloudy and showery spell through weekend
Across the weekend as a whole, Northallerton can expect a cloudy, cool and mostly dry Friday, followed by a wetter, more unsettled Saturday and a chilly, grey and showery Sunday, keeping conditions feeling decidedly wintry for early April.
North East researcher helps Bowes Museum decode Vivienne Westwood
A North East fashion researcher has helped unlock the secrets of Vivienne Westwood – one of Britain’s most influential designers.
New Rishi Sunak statement on Dales medical centre closure as residents plan challenge
Rishi Sunak has called on health chiefs to renew efforts to secure a long-term future for Reeth Medical Centre, as residents are urged to take part in a survey to challenge its closure.
'Get it fixed' - Darlington drivers say 3ft pothole near Asda is damaging cars
Frustrated Darlington residents are calling for action over two “awful” potholes blighting the entrance to a busy retail park, with several reporting damage to their cars.
Met Office predicts mostly dry Friday in Darlington - but should you pack a brolly?
The Met Office has forecast a cool but mainly dry day for Darlington on Friday. See what the day has in store here.
Garden centre near Darlington expands with more plants and a dog-friendly café
Ben’s Plants garden centre in Neasham, near Darlington, has reopened for the new season after more than doubling in size since its launch three years ago.
Road closures set for Darlington and County Durham and over the next two weeks
DRIVERS in Durham should brace for significant road closures as essential maintenance works are scheduled to commence soon.
Cool days, frosty nights in mixed weekend for Darlington and County Durham
Darlington and County Durham can expect a cool, mostly dry Friday, a showery, breezy Saturday, and a chilly but brighter Sunday with scattered showers and sunny spells
Housebuilder teams up with luxury brand to style Darlington view home
Story Homes has partnered with DUSK.com to style a show home at its Ashwood Grange development in Middleton St George, near Darlington, showcasing modern interior design inspiration.