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Golfer rushed into surgery after being shot in the neck with air rifle
A golfer was rushed into surgery after being shot in the neck with an air rifle at the Municipal Golf Course on Ladgate Lane, in Middlesbrough, on Friday, September 5.
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Yob banned from Middlesbrough and Guisborough for criminal damage and theft
The youth, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is now barred from areas of Middlesbrough and Guisborough
Three abusers jailed thanks to the work of specialist domestic abuse unit
A specialist Cleveland Police unit tackling domestic violence has welcomed the sentences imposed on recent offenders in the force area.
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Man found dead at allotments 'didn't sustain injury consistent with assault'
Police have confirmed they are aware of increasing speculation and have sought to reassured the public regarding the death of a man in Middlesbrough.
Landmark charity bike ride brings a bear of good cheer to North East hospital
Durham Freemasons’ annual charity bike ride delivers 4 millionth TLC Teddy to North Tees Hospital A&E, raising £25,000 for children’s comfort scheme.
Battle of Britain parade and service to be held in Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough will honour the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain with a commemorative parade and service.
Teesside University shortlisted for 'University of the Year' award
Teesside University has been shortlisted for the prestigious University of the Year award and is also a finalist in the Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community category, recognising its academic excellence and impactful regional engagement.
Woman arrested on suspicion of drink driving after crash in Acklam
A 52-year-old woman who was initially arrested on suspicion of drink driving following a crash in Acklam on September 9, has been bailed.
Woman taken to hospital after breaking foot in supermarket car crash
A 46-year-old woman suffered a broken foot after a car crashed into a metal bollard in Middlesbrough, which then fell onto the woman
North East beautician who tried to smuggle £15m of drugs through US airport is jailed
Kim Hall from Middlesbrough is expected to serve just two years behind bars after she attempted to smuggle 43kg of cocaine into the US last year.
What we know so far on 'unexplained' death after body found at allotments
Police remain at a taped-off allotment following the discovery of a man’s body : white-suited investigators have been pictured at the scene.
LIVE: Body found in allotments as police tape off site in CSI probe
Crime scene investigators remain at an allotment site following the discovery of a man's body.
Name of man charged with possession of a firearm and arson
A man is due to appear in court after being charged with possession of a firearm and arson.
University links Teesside with Australian state to support net zero future
Teesside University’s Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC), the University of Western Australia (UWA), and the Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CoDA) have formed an international partnership to establish a joint hub promoting net zero initiatives.
'It means the world': Smoggie Queens star named patron of baby hospice
A Smoggie Queens star has been named the patron of a baby hospice - and was “incredibly proud” to take on the Great North Run in its name.
Man's unexplained death after body found by police in allotments
Officers from Cleveland Police have been in the area for a number of hours after a man's body was discovered earlier today
North East shoplifter who came 'prepared to steal' to pay nearly £6k compensation
A prolific shoplifter who "came prepared to steal" has been ordered to pay more than £6,000 in compensation and costs after he was caught by police.
Two popular running events in North East town to be combined from 2026
From 2026, the Middlesbrough 10K and the Ali Brownlee 5K will merge into a single event, organised by Steve Cram’s Events of the North.
Supply chain programme refreshed to offer 'even more support' to businesses
Tees Valley Supply Chain programme offers fully funded support for North East UK businesses, aiding growth in manufacturing, energy, offshore wind and technology.
King Charles' busiest year yet, with visits to Durham and Middlesbrough
The King’s third year as monarch has been his busiest and most widely-travelled so far, including historic visits to Durham and Middlesbrough.