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Pathologist tells murder jury North East baby died as a result of vigorous shaking
A pathologist has told a jury that a Teesside baby died as the result of a significant brain injury caused by vigorous shaking.
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New North East tattoo studio already making its mark with string of awards
Iron Hills Tattoo Co, based in Middlesbrough launched by two couples just eight months ago is already making its mark on the industry - picking up multiple awards.
Tributes paid to dedicated North East volunteer who helped others for decades
Tributes have been paid to a much-loved volunteer Jim Iles of Ormesby Village who devoted decades to helping others.
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New exhibition at railway station sheds light on reality of homelessness
A new photography exhibition at Middlesbrough Railway Station is giving people sleeping rough the chance to show the reality of homelessness through their own eyes.
Baby's head injuries 'characteristic of abusive trauma', murder trial hears
A paediatric specialist has ruled out accidental injury for causing the bleeding in the eyes of a three-month-old baby at the heart of a Teesside murder trial.
Man jailed after sexual assault on child dating back several years is uncovered
Police began investigating John Mace, 41, from Middlesbrough, in 2021, after accounts were reported to officers from Cleveland Police.
Cleveland PCC trials electronic tag to assess offender monitoring
Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matt Storey has put electronic tagging technology to the test, in a bid to learn more about how high-risk offenders are managed in the community.
North East hospital named UK leader in robotic heart surgery
The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough has been recognised as one of the UK's leading centres for minimally invasive heart surgery and enhanced recovery care.
Murder trial of father hears three-month-old son suffered 'catastrophic' brain damage
A three-month-old Teesside baby suffered a ‘catastrophic’ fatal brain damage when he was shaken, a murder trial has heard.
Much-loved North East butcher closes after eight years as owner says it’s 'unviable'
A much-loved North East butcher has closed its doors for good after eight years of trading, with the owner saying it had become “unviable” to continue.
Fears that pedestrian could be killed on 'new mad mile' after school pupil was struck
Speeding drivers have prompted concern a pedestrian could be killed on a stretch a local councillor has labelled the “new mad mile”.
Town centre bar permanently closed after premises licence surrendered
A bar in Middlesbrough town centre has permanently closed less than a year after opening.
Here’s why the police helicopter was circling over Stockton and Middlesbrough
The police helicopter was spotted over Middlesbrough and Stockton yesterday as they searched for a missing person.
Closed down North East restaurant fined £135,000 for employing illegal workers
Lezzets Restaurant Limited, which operates Efe's on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough has been fined £135,000 after being caught employing illegal workers.
North East council to update bereavement services to support grieving families
Plans outlining the future of bereavement services in Middlesbrough will be discussed at a meeting next week.
Officer accused of squeezing colleague's bum on boozy Bongo's Bingo night out cleared
A Teesside cop accused of squeezing his colleague's bum on a boozy works Bongo's Bingo night out has been cleared by a misconduct panel.
£240k boost to expand youth services in North East town's neighbourhoods
Young people are set to benefit from a funding pot of £240,000 that groups can apply for to expand youth services in the community in Middlesbrough.
North East's rising stars backed by Olympians in national talent scheme
Aspiring athletes on Teesside are set to benefit from extra backing through a national sports talent scheme supported by Olympians and Paralympians.
'Horrified' colleagues saw CCTV footge of care worker brusing patient he manhandled
A Middlesbrough care worker who left a vulnerable woman with a bruise on her leg after he manhandled back into bed has narrowly avoided prison.
Graeme Souness to reflect on Boro and Liverpool days at North East event
Former Middlesbrough and Liverpool star Graeme Souness will appear at the Princess Alexandra Auditorium in Yarm on September 4 to reflect on his distinguished football career.