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In pictures: 25 photos from Hummersknott Academy Prom at Hardwick Hall
Departing Year 11 pupils from Hummersknott Academy arrived at Hardwick Hall, near Sedgefield, dressed in their finest to celebrate the end of exams.
Darlington woman slapped with driving ban after being caught by A1 (M) speed camera
Stacey Dickinson, 34, of Peabody Street, Darlington, was sentenced at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court after being caught speeding on the A1(M).
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Town to step out in style for ball in memory of 'much-loved' Grace and Wendy
Northallerton is hosting the Hopes, Dreams and Wishes fundraising ball on October 11 at the Golden Lion Hotel, honouring the memories of Wendy Reed and Grace Sanderson.
Northallerton high street to be 'deep cleaned' after £22k grant secured
Northallerton town centre will undergo a 'deep clean' after the Northallerton Business Improvement District (BID) secured £22,000.
Walking trail brings Roman history to life as goats aid conservation efforts
A new walking trail, the one-mile 'Edge of Empire' route at Cawthorn Roman Camps in the North York Moors, immerses visitors in Roman history
Here's what the Met Office says about Darlington's weekend weather
The Met Office has forecasted a mix of sunshine and rain for County Durham and Darlington this weekend.
Police raid uncovers 'hazardous substances' as 999 crews swoop on 'quiet' street
Three people have been arrested after 'hazardous substances' were recovered in a police raid which saw officers storm a County Durham bungalow.
Diversity credentials challenge after young councillor replaced on executive
The diversity credentials of North Yorkshire Council’s political leadership has been challenged.
World's first railway station saved, and plans for its future unveiled
THE world’s first railway station has been saved from dereliction by a “significant” donation from Hitachi in time for the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway.
Senior councillors to discuss future of Friary Hospital with NHS bosses
Senior North Yorkshire councillors are to meet with NHS officials to discuss the future of the Friary Community Hospital in Richmond.
Farmer denies dangerous driving after combine harvester crash in North Yorkshire
A farmer has appeared in court to deny dangerous driving after a collision involving a combine harvester and a car.
Three arrested after 'hazardous substances' recovered from County Durham home
Two men and one woman were arrested as police executed a pre-planned search warrant in Middleton-in-Teesdale
Met Office weather warning for thunderstorms and disruption
Parts of County Durham and North Yorkshire have been issued a Met Office weather warning of thunderstorms, and travel and building disruption
World's first railway station in County Durham saved after significant funds secured
The world's first railway station, which had previously been classed as 'at risk', has been saved
Pictures as CSI called and evidence tent in place outside County Durham home
Emergency services have descended onto houses on the B6277 in Middleton-in-Teesdale, near Alston Road Garage.
‘Every effort’ being made to reopen road in time for agricultural show
Road bosses say “every effort” is being made to ensure a North Yorkshire road reopens in time for Borrowby Show.
31 restaurants and cafes where kids eat free or for £1 in the school holidays
As the summer holidays get more expensive than ever for families, here's 31 venues and deals where kids eat free, or for £1 each
Gallery: Huge crowds gather in Darlington for annual community celebration
Market Square in Darlington was filled with hundreds of people as it hosted the annual GOLD tea dance event on Wednesday, July 16.
Thunderstorm warnings with potential flooding as Met Office issues two alerts for region
A yellow weather warning is in place across Teesside and County Durham for both Friday and Saturday