New Timpson key cutting and shoe repair kiosk approved outside Tesco Extra store

Council planners have approved a new key cutting kiosk to be installed under the front canopy of the Tesco Extra store on the Trunk Road, South Bank.

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Swords, daggers and suspected drugs seized as two arrested in North East raid

A man and woman have been arrested after police seized Class C drugs, cannabis, samurai swords, daggers and an extendable baton in Middlesbrough.

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£10.4m North East cycle lane scheme sent for further scrutiny after debate

Proposals for a controversial cycle lane scheme went under the spotlight at a local authority committee.

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TVCA Cabinet to vote on £17K pay rise for Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen

Recommendations being presented to TVCA Cabinet have been compiled by an independent remuneration panel - Mayor Houchen is currently the lowest paid regional mayor in the country

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‘Bigger is not better’ - North East PCC rejects prospect of police force merger

Cleveland’s police and crime commissioner has found himself at odds with his own chief constable after both expressed differing views on police restructuring.

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Pair arrested after police find drugs and weapons at Middlesbrough address

Cleveland Police officers raided a property in Valley Road, Middlesbrough

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Planning permission unlocked for new key cutting kiosk at Tesco superstore

The facility, at the South Bank Tesco Extra, will also offer dry cleaning and shoe repairs

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Police chiefs at odds over force's future

The chief constable and police and crime commissioner share opposing views on a merger of forces.

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Free sensory toy charity to close over funding

The Learning Library in Spennymoor, County Durham, loans toys to people with additional needs.

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Man in court accused of ramming police car after travelling wrong way down A689

A man has been remanded in custody after allegedly ramming a police car before driving the wrong way along a dual carriageway in Hartlepool.

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Tributes to fallen across North East and Cumbria

Servicemen, servicewomen and animals are honoured with memorials, parades and services.

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Amazon drone deliveries granted huge extension

Amazon drones are now allowed to fly to 8,000 properties in Darlington, up from an initial 600.

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Middlesbrough museum project shortlisted for North East Culture Award

A pioneering project bringing museum objects into the classroom to inspire young readers and writers has been shortlisted for a major North East culture award.

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Darlington Building Society opens new Guisborough branch

The society has had a branch in Guisborough for nearly 30 years but has relocated to the opposite side of Westgate

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Amazon expands drone delivery service to thousands more Darlington households

New authorisations means drones can fly further and across urban areas and lays the foundation for future expansion across the UK

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Citroen C3 allegedly drove 'head on' into members of public in A689 police chase

Police arrested and charged Rhys Robinson, 20, from Hartlepool, with dangerous driving after the incident in which a police car was also reportedly rammed

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The North East coffee shop where homemade food comes with a side of community spirit

Inside Off the Ground in Middlesbrough, the independent coffee shop serving speciality coffee, homemade bagels, brunch and cakes with a focus on community.

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North East bar has licence suspended amid police probe into 'criminal activity'

A Baker Street bar has seen its licence temporarily suspended amid a police investigation into alleged criminal activity. Rafferty’s, located on Baker Street in Middlesbrough town centre, saw its premises licence put on hold by members of Middlesbrough Council ’s licensing sub-committee, who met on Friday, November 6.

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North East couple build their dream family after waiting 18 years to foster

Middlesbrough couple Trish and Martin began fostering after an 18-year wait and now care for three children, helping challenge stigma around children in care.

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Blades and Clough Cup raises thousands for charity in memory of two much-loved police officers

During the match, two very special substitutions were made as the sons of the late Matty Blades stepped onto the pitch

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Sugar Daddy dessert shop sold months after opening as owners release statement

Sugar Daddy Desserts in Stockton has been sold after its founders made the difficult decision to step away for health and family reasons.

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Baker Street bar’s licence suspended amid 'alleged criminal activity' investigation

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: 'The premises licence will remain suspended until a full hearing takes place within four weeks'

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Incinerator opponents fear forever chemicals

Operators of a planned incinerator in Newton Aycliffe say they can safely destroy forever chemicals.

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Why are students put off studying languages?

Students from across the North East visit Newcastle University to discuss language options.

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Shoebox appeals fear people to miss out over costs

Christmas shoebox appeals say they are struggling with falling donations and rising fuel prices.

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How this North East town is preparing roads for freezing weather

Middlesbrough Council readies six gritters and 4,000 tonnes of road salt as temperatures fall, with salt bins and winter updates planned across the town.

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Plans for tighter control over HMOs move closer

Under the plans, smaller HMOs would need planning permission rather than have automatic approval.

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Neighbourhood loses deliveries after postie threat

Royal Mail says it will resume services to the 53 homes affected "as soon as it was safe to do so".

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Council cabinet to be told of 10-year plan for spending £19.6m government funding

The central Stockton and Portrack area is receiving the money under the Pride in Place programme, which will start with proposed small grants

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Christmas celebrations coming to Teesside Park with festive characters and live music

There will be a range of live performances at Teesside Park and the chance to meet festive film favourites

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