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American Hollywood star spotted supercar shopping in the North East

Hollywood star Kelsey Grammer has been spotted supercar shopping at Acklam Cars in Middlesbrough.

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Man took control of pensioner's wheelchair and demanded money in robbery bid

A man took control of an elderly woman's wheelchair while demanding money in a robbery bid outside a Boyes store.

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Man in court charged with attempted murder after late-night house blaze

A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a house blaze in Eston.

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Yorkshire Shepherdess to bring new two-hour show to North East venue

Amanda Owen is bringing her two-hour show, where the best-selling author will stories about her unique farming life

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Family's holiday nightmare as North East mum and sons fled Turkey hotel in flames

A Middlesbrough mum has described the terrifying moment a fire broke out at the Asrin Beach Hotel in Turkey.

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Town's MPs set to rebel against Government in bid to stop welfare cuts

Both Middlesbrough MPs have are set to rebel against the Government as part of a wider effort to try and put a stop to proposed welfare cuts.

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Northern Echo publishes major report into skills challenge

A major Northern Echo report brings together insight and information from colleges across the region into the skills challenge

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Couple launch their dream glamping business with Roseberry Topping as backdrop

A couple have followed their dream after opening a new luxury glamping venture set against the backdrop of an iconic landmark.

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North East pub reopens with 'signature sizzle' after three-week refurbishment

Teesside pub The Pied Piper in Ormesby has officially reopened to punters after an "extensive" three-week refurbishment.

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Man jailed after grooming his young victim through fake online profiles

In May this year, Shabaz Hussain, 23, from Middlesbrough, was found guilty of a dozen offences.

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Serial offender avoids spell behind bars after shouty demands to ex in the street

A serial offender has narrowly avoided jail after blackmailing her ex and trying to make him retract a statement to police.

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North East gas plant setting 'highest' safety standards recognised by global award

The Teesside Gas Processing Plant (TGPP), managed by px Group for North Sea Midstream Partners (NSMP), has won the 2024 Oil and Gas Sector Award from RoSPA.

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Plans for new late bar set to open every day until 4am near Stack venue

Plans have been submitted in the hope of opening a new late night bar in the centre of Middlesbrough.

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North East plant centre to hire more staff as it prepares for busiest year yet

Wilkinsons Landscapes, the North East's largest plant centre and a Business IQ Awards finalist, is gearing up for its busiest year.

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Passengers call for tougher action to tackle crime on public transport

Passengers across Teesside are demanding stronger measures to address crime and anti-social behaviour on public transport, according to a report by the Cleveland Unit for the Reduction of Violence (CURV).

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'Abhorrent' carer fleeced vulnerable pensioner out of nearly £12k in six months

An “abhorrent” carer who fleeced a vulnerable elderly man out of nearly £12,000 in six months has narrowly avoided jail.

The Northern Echo | Middlesbrough

Family of murder victim tells court of devastation after third tragedy to strike them

The heartbroken family of Lewis Bell who was brutally murdered on his son’s eighth birthday have spoken of their devastation.

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Computer science student jailed for 'abhorrent' campaign of child sexual abuse

A Teesside University student has been jailed after a campaign of child sexual abuse.

The Northern Echo | Middlesbrough

'Bunch of animals' jailed following murder of man on his son's eighth birthday

A gang of violent thugs who laughed and blew kisses at the family of a Stockton murder victim during their trial have been locked up.

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LIVE: Sentencing of the killers who hunted down Stockton dad Lewis Bell

Live updates as three men involved in the killing of Lewis Bell sentenced at Teesside Crown Court