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Driver in hospital after BMW hits horses killed by HGV in A19 crash
The A19 was closed this morning after a BMW driver hit horse bodies which had been killed by a HGV.
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RECAP: A19 southbound closed and "severe delays" after crash
Good morning, we are receiving reports that the A19 is closed near Middlesbrough after a crash this morning. We will keep you updated with developments.
Patients reported concerns for safety at TEWV mental health trust
A regional mental health trust has been ordered to improve its leadership after patients reported concerns for their safety.
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Two youths, aged 14 and 15, arrested for dangerous driving during attempted theft
Two teens have been arrested in connection with an attempted motorbike theft in Middlesbrough.
Everything you need to know as King and Queen to visit North East next month
THE King and Queen are set to visit Middlesbrough next week- Here is everything you need ti know about the event.
Police chase stolen sandwich van through town before driver makes off on foot
Police officers chased a stolen sandwich van through Middlesbrough before making an arrest this morning
North East MP says Israel is 'laughing' at UK as he calls for stronger action
Andy McDonald, who tabled Thursday’s question about Israel and the Occupied Territories, has described calls advocating for the expulsion of people as “ethnic cleansing”.
Three police officers assaulted while arresting man for drugs in park
Three police officers were assaulted in Middlesbrough during an arrest of a 28-year-old reportedly carrying drugs
Controversial £1.7m cycle lane set for removal after unanimous vote
The removal of the unpopular Linthorpe Road cycle lane in Middlesbrough is a step closer after a key vote.
School rated 'outstanding' in four categories by inspectors
Priory Woods School and Arts College in Middlesbrough has been rated ‘outstanding’ in four out of six categories following a recent Ofsted inspection, highlighting its excellence in education.
New bar and restaurant to be opened in the North East by local entrepreneur
A new sports bar and restaurant is opening in the North East in the coming weeks by a local entrepreneur.
Police officer facing the sack for punching woman several times whilst off-duty
A Cleveland Police officer is facing the sack after she was accused of punching a woman several times whilst off-duty.
Socially isolated woman was encouraged to sexually abuse a child, court heard
A young Middlesbrough woman who photographed herself sexually abusing a young child has been locked up after admitting sharing the vile image.
North East school teams up with garden designer to inspire students
Middlesbrough’s Beverley School teams up with Wilkinsons Landscapes to provide students with hands-on experience in gardening and groundwork.
Teesside pub and restaurant lease up for grabs
A bar and restaurant on Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, is up for rent, with the lease up for grabs for £25,000.
Seven arrested after Tees-Wear derby including 'pitch invader and missile throwers'
Seven men were arrested at the Riverside after Monday night’s Tees-Wear derby.
It will cost more than £4 million to restore derelict North East pub, report reveals
A pre-acquisition survey report has revealed the expected costs of more than £4m to restore the now derelict Crown pub in Middlesbrough.
Cyclist left with fractured pelvis and leg after hit and run crash
Emergency services were called to Parliament Road at the junction of Costa Street in Middlesbrough at around 3.50pm on Monday (February 3)
New traders welcomed to North East town's 'vibrant' indoor market
Middlesbrough’s indoor market, the town’s only one, is set to welcome new traders following a major pre-Christmas investment.
GP and nurse in needle murder bids could both lose NHS pensions after attacks
Thomas Kwan, GP, and anaesthetic nurse, Darren Harris, who both tried to murder men by injecting them in separate attacks could lose their NHS pensions.