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South Tees Youth Justice Service inspected and rated 'good'
South Tees Youth Justice Service (YJS) has been rated "good" by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Probation. The inspection evaluated key areas such as organisational delivery, work with children, and support for victims.
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Burglars carried out series of raids stealing nearly £8k of cigarettes from Co-op
A pair of Middlesbrough burglars who carried out a spate of targeted raids on businesses in the Teesside area have been locked up.
Five men standing trial accused of murdering Stanley grandad Barry Dawson
The jury is to be sworn-in tomorrow (Tuesday, October 7) at the start of the trial of six defendants arrested after the alleged killing of a man in his own home.
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MP joins school's celebrations as pupils mark 200 years of the railway
Children at Teesside school marked the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway with a week of activities – culminating in a public exhibition praised by their local MP.
14 Halloween and Bonfire Night firework displays planned across the North East
Here is a list of all the planned firework displays across the region for Halloween and Bonfire night this year.
Man charged with attempted murder as 68-year-old remains in critical condition
A man has been charged with attempted murder after reports of a serious assault on Richmond Court in Middlesbrough on October 2.
Darlington plea to withdraw from controversial incinerator scheme fails
A plea to withdraw from a controversial waste incinerator project has been rejected.
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder as 68-year-old fights for his life
A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after reports of a serious assault on Richmond Court in Middlesbrough on October 2.
Man kicked and bit police officers when he was arrested for weapons offence
A young man who was with an out-of-control dog in Middlesbrough Train Station kicked and bit police officers when they tried to arrest him.
Darlington men carry boiler up Roseberry Topping in memory of young girl
A group of men from Darlington faced the challenge of carrying a heavy boiler up Roseberry Topping to raise funds for charity.
'Gusty conditions' force cancellation of popular market - with live acts now indoors
The Orange Pip Market in Middlesbrough, scheduled for Saturday, has been cancelled after the Met Office issued a yellow wind warnings - with live acts now due to perform indoors.
New CCTV camera installed after concerns over crime in North East town
A new CCTV camera has been installed to help tackle crime on a key route in a North East town.
Pervert arrested at work after police tipped-off about his online behaviour
A Middlesbrough pervert who was arrested at work after police were tipped-off about his deviant online activity has walked free from court.
Newton Aycliffe man's 'reckless' search for pornography led to child image downloads
An offshore company project manager’s “reckless” online searches for adult pornography also led to downloads of illicit child abuse imagery, a court was told.
Young girl hit by car while riding her bike on zebra crossing
A 12-year-old girl was left with a broken wrist after being hit by a car - with police now trying to trace the driver.
Tattooist accused of health and safety breaches now 'working offshore'
A tattooist charged with breaching health and safety laws while operating from his home address had his case adjourned after telling a court he was working and living abroad.
Public notice: North East casino applies for licence until 5.30am
Luxury Leisure has applied to Middlesbrough Council for a premises licence allowing the Admiral Casino on Newport Road to sell alcohol until 5.30am.
'Game-changer': New technology to speed up lung cancer diagnosis in North East
The University Hospital of North Tees is piloting the Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscope, a cutting-edge technology designed to speed up and improve the accuracy of lung cancer diagnosis.
Santa, Elsa and reindeers set to appear at North East town's Christmas parade
Middlesbrough will host its annual Christmas parade and festive weekend on November 22–23, featuring the town’s Christmas lights switch-on, a parade of characters, and a new light installation created by the team behind Nightfall.
New scheme to help thousands in Darlington and region find work or stay in jobs
A major employment initiative, Tees Valley Connect to Work, is launching to assist over 5,000 people in Darlington, Teesside, and Hartlepool by 2030.