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How to dry clothes indoors fast in rainy weather without a tumble dryer
When rainy weather drags on, testing shows there’s a fast and cheap way to dry clothes indoors, even when it’s cold and wet outside.
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DWP Universal Credit changes will cut sick claimants’ income by £200 a month
From April, new claimants who qualify for DWP Universal Credit because of sickness or disability will see their payments cut by more than £200 a month
Darlington woman honours firefighter sister who died in line of duty 30 years on
The Darlington sister of Britain’s first female firefighter to die in the line of duty has spoken of the devastating moment she learned of her sister’s death.
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Watch as drunk-driver hits speeds of 100mph during police chase in North Yorkshire
Connor Richard Lacey Ham, 31 of Nattrass Walk in Bedale was arrested during the early hours of Sunday, December 21.
New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers from April
These changes 'will give hard-working cleaners, librarians, school cooks and other public servants the security in retirement they deserve,' say ministers
Grand Victorian manor with gardens and views for sale in County Durham
Much has changed since Westgate Manor, a magnificent Victorian villa, was built as a grand family home in 1864, yet the picturesque Weardale countryside and the natural beauty of the North Pennines National landscape surrounding it remain a constant.
Grand Victorian manor with gardens and views for sale in County Durham
Much has changed since Westgate Manor, a magnificent Victorian villa, was built as a grand family home in 1864, yet the picturesque Weardale countryside and the natural beauty of the North Pennines National landscape surrounding it remain a constant.
Boy's life transformed by tailored specialist provision for special needs
Nine-year-old Keenan from North Yorkshire is thriving at Riverside School in Tadcaster after receiving specialist support for autism and Tourette’s syndrome.
Darlington woman honours firefighter sister who died in line of duty 30 years on
The Darlington sister of Britain’s first female firefighter to die in the line of duty has spoken of the devastating moment she learned of her sister’s death.
What is the weather like in Northallerton this week?
The Met Office has issued a detailed weather forecast for Northallerton and the surrounding area for the week ahead.
Northallerton care home invites community to open day after upgrade
Mount Vale Care Home in Northallerton care home is opening its doors to the community to showcase recent improvements.
Multiple objections to plans for 117 homes on outskirts of town
Multiple objections from members of the public have been received after an outline planning application was lodged to build 117 new homes on the outskirts of Guisborough.
What is the weather like in Darlington and County Durham this week?
The Met Office has issued a detailed weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the week ahead.
New centre opens to support vulnerable young people in North East town
A new facility has opened in Middlesbrough to support 16 to 18-year-olds facing challenges including homelessness
Review: Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce 280 shows electric emotion
Alfa Romeo has made a bold foray into the electric hot hatch segment with its Junior Veloce 280.
Appreciating the thoughtful touches: Part 2 of long-term test of 2019 Model 3
After more than a month with the seven‑year‑old Tesla Model 3 Performance, I’m beginning to appreciate something that often gets overshadowed by the headline figures.
Tickets now on sale for Darlington Beer Festival 2026 with more than 50 ales on offer
The festival will take place at Hopetown Museum from Friday, March 20 until Sunday, March 22.
Barriers set to be installed on bridge after incidents of anti-social behaviour
Barriers are set to be installed on the Infinity Bridge in Stockton following ongoing incidents of anti-social behaviour involving motorised vehicles.
The high street giant that has a big presence in Darlington that closed in 2008
High Street giant, Woolworths, that had a presence in Darlington up until 2008 has been remembered after tapping into the nostalgia of shoppers in the town.
Tickets now on sale for Darlington Beer Festival 2026 with more than 50 ales on offer
The festival will take place at Hopetown Museum from Friday, March 20 until Sunday, March 22.