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Woman rescued from cliff face in North Yorkshire

A woman has been rescued from a cliff face in Scarborough.

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What is shingles? Major questions answered from its cause to if it can kill you

A guide to shingles with the NHS website answering questions like what is the cause, is it contagious, and is there a vaccination?

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Nine in 20 years: A roll call of changing chief constables at North East police force

It was recently revealed that Cleveland Police Chief Constable Mark Webster is to retire in the coming months.

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Delight for birdwatchers as rare bird of prey spotted over skies of North East

Birdwatchers in the North East were treated to a rare and exciting sight last week as a marsh harrier, one of the UK’s rarer birds of prey, was spotted.

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Plans for County Durham holiday park withdrawn after concerns about 'scale'

Plans for a holiday park in West Auckland that would have seen more than 100 chalets built, have been withdrawn.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

Raby Castle to host inaugural Spring Garden Fair in early May

Raby Castle is set to host its inaugural Spring Garden Fair.

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Raby Castle to host inaugural Spring Garden Fair in early May

Raby Castle at Staindrop is set to host its inaugural Spring Garden Fair in May.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

PCC welcomes improved response to stalking in County Durham and Darlington

County Durham and Darlington Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Joy Allen has backed a national campaign raising awareness of stalking incidents.

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Easter egg hunt with nursery brings joy to care home residents

An Easter egg hunt with contestants from a Mount Vale care home in Northallerton and Looby Lous Childcare brought "smiles to everyone's faces."

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Man, 27, who died in French Alps avalanche understood to be from North Yorkshire

Man killed in French Alps avalanche recognised locally as being from North Yorkshire.

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Tyson Fury spotted at North East garage in surprise visit from boxing star

Boxing icon Tyson Fury made another headline-grabbing appearance in Teesside as he visited Acklam Car Centre in Middlesbrough.

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Northallerton care home 'can't wait' to find out if their Easter cake is crowned best

Staff and residents in Mount Vale in Northallerton have been putting their thinking caps on for Barchester Healthcare’s Easter Cake competition.

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'Violent assault' saw man sustain facial injuries

Officers from North Yorkshire Police were called to First Avenue in Colburn at around 9.15pm on Saturday (April 19), following reports of an assault.

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What do bike boxes mean and is it illegal for drivers to stop in one? What to know

Bike boxes are painted on some roads in the UK but what do they mean and is it illegal to stop in one at traffic lights?

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Meet the 79-year-old North East graduate on a mission - with THIRD university degree

Pat Wetherell, from Eston, Middlesbrough, recently donned her graduation robes to collect her MA in history from The Open University (OU).

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Cricket club nets solution after flying balls leave neighbours stumped

Marske cricket club has had to take preventative measures after problems with stray cricket balls hitting nearby homes and vehicles.

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Darlington and County Durham pay tribute to Pope Francis after his death at 88

Churches, individuals and faith groups in Darlington and County Durham have paid tribute to Pope Francis after his death aged 88.

The Northern Echo | Darlington

Darlington and County Durham pay tribute to Pope Francis after his death at 88

Churches, individuals and faith groups in Darlington and County Durham have paid tribute to Pope Francis after his death aged 88.

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Archbishop of York pays tribute following announcement of death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis has died aged 88, Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell has announced.

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Garden expert shares £1 coin hack to make ideal environment for grass seeds

A garden expert has shared a £1 coin hack that can help you "provide a comforting environment" for grass seeds to germinate and grow.