4+ hour, 34+ min ago   (508+ words) Canada was expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after relations deteriorated sharply on Monday. US President Donald Trump told Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences “far WORSE” than existing tariffs and Canadian…...

6+ hour, 14+ min ago   (436+ words) More than seven million 10p coins bearing the King’s portrait are entering circulation for the first time and will start appearing in people’s pockets and wallets. The Royal Mint said that 600,000 2023 dated and 6.5 million 2026 dated 10p coins featuring Charles are entering circulation…...

12+ hour, 35+ min ago   (286+ words) A pub near Darlington which has won praise for its food, friendly service and “reasonable prices” is preparing to reopen. The Tuns Inn in Sadberge is preparing to welcome customers back through its doors. The pub has not shared why…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago   (505+ words) Almost one in five UK investors has lost money after acting on advice or tips found online. Research has revealed that 18% of investors have been financially harmed after following online investment content, with an average loss of £802. The study, commissioned…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago   (556+ words) The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the £1.4bn A66 dualling scheme, saying National Highways is working to begin construction by the end of this year. The fresh commitment from the Department for Transport (DfT) came after The Northern Echo raised the…...

2+ day, 18+ hour ago   (338+ words) A Darlington care home which boasts of serving residents “home-cooked food made with fresh ingredients" has been handed a one-star food hygiene rating after inspectors found major improvements were needed. The Gardens Care Home, in Pondfield Close, was visited by…...

2+ day, 18+ hour ago   (449+ words) A community coffee house at an air ambulance's North East headquarters has celebrated its first anniversary after welcoming tens of thousands of visitors and helping to raise vital funds for the charity’s life-saving service. Hangar 63, based at the Eaglescliffe base…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (467+ words) Another weekend, another cycle ride, and another café stop – this time at a new-ish venue that a few people have mentioned to me is worth a visit. The Maple Leaf Café opened at Canada Fields caravan park and farm, near…...

3+ day, 12+ hour ago   (251+ words) Gavin Cromwell has announced the retirement of his staying stalwart Flooring Porter, who was twice a winner at the Cheltenham Festival. The now 11-year-old won the Stayers’ Hurdle in 2021, when beating Sire Du Berlais, and followed up 12 months later, accounting…...

3+ day, 18+ hour ago   (671+ words) A village hall near Darlington that serves as a hub for community activities has received a four-figure boost to replace its ageing floor, ensuring the facility can continue welcoming residents for years to come. Sadberge Village Hall, which regularly hosts…...