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Safeguarding weaknesses at Ampleforth College exposed children to abuse
Safeguarding weaknesses at a leading Catholic boarding school exposed children to abuse, an inquiry has found. The Charity Commission report on Ampleforth College in North Yorkshire found “significant weaknesses” in the safeguarding, governance
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Alan Titchmarsh's inspirational video message to budding 9-year-old greengrocer
Gardener and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh has inspired a budding nine-year-old greengrocer after recording an uplifting video to thank the youngster for raising funds for charity. The TV celebrity, who is most famous for his role on Ground Force
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Apartments, shop and transport hub in 25-year regeneration plan launched today
An ambitious blueprint for 25 years of development in central Stockton and north Thornaby was unveiled today. Leaders say the proposals set out an exciting and innovative future to “create prosperous, vibrant places fit for future generations,
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Decision due over controversial school bus cutbacks in North Yorkshire
Leading councillors are being recommended to pass cost-cutting proposals to restrict the eligibility for home to school transport, despite parents living across North Yorkshire expressing anger about the proposals. An officers’ report to a meeting
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'Exceptional' livestock champions honoured at Great Yorkshire Show
Competition was as fierce as ever in the show rings at this year's Great Yorkshire Show, and judges had a tough time choosing the supreme champions in the cattle, sheep and pig sections. The Blythewood Dairy Pairs title in the Main Ring went to
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Tourism brings £4bn to North Yorkshire's economy, figures show
New data has revealed that tourism contributes £4bn to the economy of North Yorkshire. Figures released by North Yorkshire Council have revealed the extent that tourism contributed to North Yorkshire’s visitor economy last year, attracting in more
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Up to 300 jobs created as NHS service moves into regional office
UP to 300 jobs have been created after it was confirmed that NHS 111 would be moving into an office in the North-East. The NHS announced on July 9 that it would be making Cavendish House at Prince's Wharf in Thornaby one of its new homes for its
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New fusion venue to open in Darlington with a familiar location and owners
A new fusion restaurant will open in Darlington in August - with the owners and location of the venue familiar to people of the town. Opening up in the former site of JJ's, Aspire and Bijou on Crown Street - Taipan Asia will next month start to
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Plans for Uber to operate in Darlington under consideration
Taxi firm Uber has applied for a licence to operate in Darlington. The private hire company’s request is currently being considered by Darlington Borough Council and is due to be decided later this year. Uber vehicles from nearby Stockton-on-Tees
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Promising young cyclist took his own life after struggling to adapt to new sixth form
A promising young cyclist took his own life after his mental health spiralled following struggles to adapt to his new sixth-form school, an inquest heard. Described as a "bright and enthusiastic" member of the Cleveland Wheelers Cycling Club in
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Highwayman leads way in new theatre season
TICKETS have gone on sale for the autumn/winter season at Richmond’s Georgian Theatre Royal. Shows range from new dramas and comedy acts to exciting and varied musical events. Taking centre stage for the season is John Godber’s new play The
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North Yorkshire farmer is one of new monitor farm hosts
A NORTH Yorkshire farm is one of eight new monitor farms joining AHDB's Cereals & Oilseeds (C&O) Monitor Farm programme. AHDB C&O Monitor Farms is a nationwide network of farmer-led, farmer-driven communities centred around real working
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Rishi Sunak column: The Friarage Hospital remains my No 1 priority
I would like to thank all those who last Thursday once more put your faith in me to represent you in Westminster. I am honoured to have been re-elected as the Member of Parliament for our wonderful area and I will continue to work hard for all
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Something to sing about: Choirs raise almost £1,500 for Friarage Eye Appeal
Two choirs have raised almost £1,500 for a fundraising appeal to bring eye surgery to the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton. The appeal, by the Friends of the Friarage charity, aims to raise £200,000 buy high-tech equipment for vireo-retinal (
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'Policing operation ongoing' after rural crime spike in Hambleton
Police in North Yorkshire say they have recently seen a significant spike in rural crime in the Hambleton area, particularly in the north of the county around Great Ayton and Stokesley. Officers said farming equipment, tools, off-road bikes, quad
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Latest Amazing Neighbour donates half of prize to young people
The latest winner has been honoured as part of Richmond's Amazing Neighbour campaign – but, like many superheroes, they have asked to remain anonymous. The drive to highlight acts of community kindness was launched earlier this year by Richmond