The Northern Echo

The Northern Echo is a daily morning newspaper that serves the regions of County Durham and Teesside, located in Darlington, North East England. It features both national and local news stories. Its former editor has described it as one of the most well-known local newspapers in the UK. The publication first hit the stands on January 1, 1870.

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Harry Potter dragon hits London streets to celebrate new feature

13 hours ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Josh Searle

The 25-foot-long animatronic creature appeared ‘captured’ in chains, snarling past iconic landmarks like Westminster Bridge and King’s Cross Station. The theatrical stunt was staged to mark the launch of ‘Triwizard Tournament – Making of Champions’, a new feature at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the cinematic release of Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire.
Teenager reported missing in Thailand arrested in Georgia as police issue update

20 hours ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

Bella Culley (Image: CLEVELAND POLICE) A North East woman who was previously reported missing in Thailand has been arrested in Georgia, police have confirmed. An initial appeal to find the whereabouts of Bella Culley, 18, from Billingham, was issued on Tuesday (May 13), with the foreign office to the UK saying they were working with her family to establish all of the facts.
Indian restaurant drops planned 'unsavoury' name and confirms opening is 'imminent'

21 hours ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

CGI of The Savoy by Le Raaj Morpeth. (Image: PYRAMID ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN/NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL PLANNING) An Indian restaurant has dropped a name slammed 'unsavoury' after it sparked backlash from the local councillor, and says its launch is now just around the corner. Originally branded ‘Sexy Savoy by Le Raaj’, the planned eatery faced criticism from Morpeth Town Council, which described the name as “unsavoury” and “more suited to a strip club”.
Claudia Winkleman hails 'brilliant' Celebrity Traitors line-up as cast confirmed

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Macaully Moffat

The Celebrity Traitors portraits have been revealed as the cast was confirmed by the BBC (Image: BBC) The BBC has officially confirmed the full line-up for the upcoming Celebrity Traitors series. It ranges from actors, TV presenters and comedians to singers and an Olympian, with plenty of recognisable famous faces heading to Scotland.
County Durham petrol station hailed for 'lowest ever prices in years' at 123.7p

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

G.W. Holmes & Son in Etherley Moor, Bishop Auckland (Image: GW HOLMES) A County Durham petrol station has been hailed as 'one of the best in the UK' after dropping its prices to some of the "lowest ever seen for years", according to drivers. Drivers in the North East are seeing some of the country’s cheapest fuel prices this week thanks to a significant drop at G.W. Holmes & Son in Etherley Moor, Bishop Auckland.
Widespread appeal issued as North East woman believed to be missing in Thailand

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

Bella Culley, 18, from Billingham, could be missing in the Southeast Asian country, says Cleveland Police (Image: CLEVELAND POLICE) A teenager from the North East is believed to be missing in Thailand, according to police in the UK. Bella Culley, 18, from Billingham, could be missing in the Southeast Asian country, says Cleveland Police. Police in the UK are appealing for information and have shared a widespread appeal in an attempt to find Bella's whereabouts.
Suspected drink driver refused breath test saying pyjama bottoms were unsuitable

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

Police in Darlington speaking to Twist (Image: DURHAM CONSTABULARY) A suspected drink driver refused a breath test saying the pyjama bottoms he was wearing were unsuitable. Gavin Twist, 43, of The Crossway, Darlington, appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court on Monday (May 12), where he was found guilty of failing to provide, driving without a licence, and driving without insurance.
Cars parked on County Durham street 'shot at by air rifle', police say

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

Sunderland Road, Horden (Image: GOOGLE MAPS) Police are investigating after three cars were damaged by an air rifle in Horden, County Durham. Durham Police say they were called to Sunderland Road on Monday (May 12), following reports of criminal damage to several vehicles. A police cordon was in place for several hours to allow officers to work at the scene, but has since been removed.
North East village with 'all the right ingredients' among UK's best to downsize

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Molly Court

The average house price of this North East village is £289,846 (Image: Google Maps) A small village in the North East has been revealed among Britain’s best places to downsize to. West Monkseaton near Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, which was recently voted “the best place for community wellbeing in the North East” (according to a Co-op survey), is said to have “all the right ingredients”.
Pub beer garden listed in UK's top 30 - and it's easy to see why it's included

1 day ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

The Black Bull, Yarm (Image: GOOGLE MAPS) A North East pub has been listed in the UK's top 30 alongside venues with the most picturesque views. The Black Bull in Yarm has been named in Big 7 Travel’s annual list of the UK’s 30 Best Beer Gardens. Praised for its riverside location and large outdoor area, The Black Bull was ranked 7th on the list. Situated in the heart of Yarm’s historic High Street, The Black Bull’s beer garden has long been a favourite among locals.