Today's headlines from home
Two arrested after hit and run death
Police on Teesside have arrested two people in connection with the death of a six-year-old girl in a hit-and-run. more
Chemical fire factory will not reopen
The owners of a North Shields chemical plant that caught fire and forced 500 people to leave their homes will not reopen the factory. more
A 77-year-old woman who was badly beaten by a robber as he stole her fish supper has died. more
Likely Lads Ant and Dec came home yesterday to film a tribute to their comedy heroes. more
The tale of the flying car Chitty Chitty Bang Bang received a standing ovation last night after its first showing on the West End stage. more
Britain’s most spectacular bird of prey has been spotted in the region's skies. more
People living in the Perth Street area of Hartlepool have joined forces to reclaim their streets from yobs and create a better home for youngsters. more
Mothballed mining museum may reopen
An important monument to the North-East’s industrial heritage which was ‘mothballed’ as part of a cost-cutting exercise may re-open. more
Campaigners hoping to keep the Blue Circle cement works in Weardale open are about to make their final plea direct to the French owners. more
Darlington Taxi drivers are threatening strike action for the second time in a month. more
Vicars get self-defence training
Priests and vicars are being taught how to get streetwise at a seminar in Durham. more
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