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Trade association warns of offshore energy industry 'deterioration' in letter to Government
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) says the tax on investment and jobs is being felt by the entire sector, including firms on Teesside
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Proposals to install CCTV inside taxis supported by majority of drivers
A recent public survey on a town's updated taxi policy found 64 per cent of respondents backed installing CCTV
Residents invited to help enhance community safety in Darlington
Residents, businesses and organisations are encouraged to share their views and ideas on what should be included in the new plan
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Plans for new pedestrian crossing and improvements on busy Darlington road
Highways officers at Darlington Borough Council have proposed several changes to Stanhope Road
New crossing planned to improve safety on busy Darlington road
Plans for a new signalised crossing and highway improvements on a busy Darlington road are under consideration.
Darlington pupils honour Armed Forces with striking art installation
Beaumont Hill Academy in Darlington has unveiled a powerful art installation titled Remembrance Soldiers to honor the Armed Forces.
Main road in North Yorkshire closed due to stuck lorry
A MAIN road in North Yorkshire is blocked this morning (Tuesday).
Apple issues warning to iPhone users as app is scrapped after 8 years
Apple has issued a warning to iPhone and iPad users to 'save your videos' after revealing it has discontinued its Clips app (first launched in 2017).
Live: Two people on trial after Darlington toddler suffered fractured skull
Two people are on trial after a Darlington toddler suffered a fractured skull
State Pension boost due for millions as new figures 'higher than expected’
New figures show the new state pension and the basic state pension is likely to rise by 4.8% next April
Brits urged to make slight tweak to daily chores to save money on energy bills
Changing the time you use your appliances can help you cut your energy bills - an expert has shared five more ways you can cut back.
Haircare expert shares how often you should wash it and if it will fall out
A haircare specialist has revealed how often you should wash your hair and if it will fall out if you do it too often
New crossing planned to improve safety on busy Darlington road
Plans for a new signalised crossing and highway improvements on a busy Darlington road are under consideration.
Darlington explorer to walk 105 miles to arrive at film premiere
Darlington-based explorer John Beamson, known as the "CEO Adventurer," will premiere his documentary 3 Peaks 3 Pots.
North Yorkshire care home visit sparks memories of golden era of train travel
Residents at Mount Vale Care Home in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, enjoyed a nostalgic visit from Wensleydale Railway volunteers
LIVE: Crime scene investigators called to late night incident in Darlington
Crime scene investigators were called to an incident late last night at North Park in Darlington. It is understood police attended the scene at around 10.30pm on Monday. The Northern Echo has contacted Durham Police for comment.
Beauty salon in Darlington named one of UK's best in national award ceremony
A Darlington beauty salon has won numerous national awards, recognising outstanding contributions to training and to the industry.
Family of late Darlington cancer campaigner back new campaign for drug access reform
The family of Heather Sawyer, who passed away after a long battle with breast cancer have thrown their support behind a new campaign.
Musical production of Cole Porter's Anything Goes coming to Northallerton
Ruth Asquith will lead as Reno Sweeney in Northallerton Musical Theatre Company's upcoming production of Anything Goes by Cole Porter
Popular pub closes ahead of three-week refurb with new extended bar on the way
A popular pub has shut ahead of a three-week makeover - with new booths, lighting, and an extended bar coming soon.