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North East shopping centre teams up with charity to tackle Christmas loneliness
Teesside Park shopping centre has partnered with Teesside Mind to launch a mental health campaign addressing loneliness during the festive season.
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One person taken to hospital after early morning crash sparks severe traffic
One person has been taken to hospital after a crash near a busy roundabout sparked severe traffic along the A174.
LIVE: Traffic returns to normal after rush-hour crash on major road
There are severe delays along the A174 following a crash this morning - with AA Traffic News saying one lane has been closed.
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Ex-soldier from County Durham threw rock at police before looting shop during riots
A County Durham ex-soldier who threw rock at police and looted a shop during last summer’s rioting in Middlesbrough has finally been brought to justice.
Teenagers found guilty of attempted murder after 'horrific' machete attack on boy, 17
A pair of teenage boys have been found guilty of hunting down and attempting to murder a teenager in Middlesborough.
Former police officer facing misconduct hearing after alleged domestic incident
A former Cleveland Police officer is facing a misconduct hearing following an allegation of a domestic incident resulting in colleagues being called.
Police aim to curb spiking, theft and predatory behaviour in North East night venues
Specially trained police officers will target club and bar venues across the region to identify potential predatory offenders during the forthcoming festive season.
Homeless man who committed 'unpleasant' robbery to be sentenced in New Year
A homeless Middlesbrough man who has admitted 'unpleasant' robbery and attempted robbery will have to wait until nest year to be sentenced.
Devastated children say their father’s suffering was ‘unbearable’ after fatal crash
The heartbroken children of an east Cleveland family man who was killed when a car smashed into him told of the devastating impact his loss has had on them.
How you can help a North East hospice fulfil a Christmas wish this year
Teesside Hospice in Middlesbrough is urging public support through the Big Give Christmas Challenge.
Sick former primary school deputy head tried to get job as tutor despite ban
A depraved former Teesside primary school deputy head teacher who watched child rape videos was back in court for trying to get a job working with children.
Swimming pool plan lodged for section of former Teesside Park casino
Plans have been lodged to transform a section of a former Teesside Park casino into a swimming pool.
Passengers injured after speeding train from Middlesbrough 'lurched sideways'
Passengers on an LNER train from Middlesbrough were injured after the train “lurched sideways” when travelling more than double the speed limit.
Man taken to hospital with slash wounds after incident on street
A man was taken to hospital with slash wounds following an incident on a street :: his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
New Evans Halshaw Ford dealership officially opens in North East
Evans Halshaw has opened a new dealership in Middlesbrough, with customers welcomed on Monday.
Thug who smashed bottle over club doorman’s head tried to blame his dead brother
A violent Middlesbrough thug who smashed a bottle and a glass over the head of a door supervisor as he stomped on his head has been locked up.
Dangerous drivers, dealers and thugs among those locked up at Teesside Crown Court
Dangerous drivers, drug dealers and violent thugs among those locked up in November at Teesside Crown Court.
Teen taken to hospital after crash between pedestrian and vehicle in Middlesbrough
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital after a crash on Cargo Fleet Lane between Homerton Road and The Greenway in Middlesbrough.
The truth behind the future of the Transporter Bridge six years after closure
The Northern Echo looks at the truth behind the future of the 225ft-tall Transporter Bridge and the ongoing works to save it.
Cyclist left injured after being 'knocked off his bike' by 'dangerous' e-biker
A man was reporting being knocked off his bike by a person on an e-bike behind Albert Park in Middlesbrough on Sunday, November 23.