Christopher Learmount, 36, ordered items from builders' merchants fraudulently claiming they were for his Stockton employer

Objections include concerns around the loss of the land, arguing that solar farms should be built on 'brown field sites and existing commercial and domestic roofs'

Almost £8,000 has been donated to support Donna Hadfield and wife Steph Berry to fly home to Hartlepool from South Africa after a devastating diagnosis

Ian Teasdale's defence barrister said the defendant "is not able to give an explanation as to where the vehicle is"

Redcar and Cleveland Council explained that only a small number of employees and incidents were involved

The next worst affected local authority in Tees Valley is Hartlepool, with a prevalence of more than double the national average

Officers referenced the now-removed Linthorpe Road cycle lane as an example where an increase in cycling and walking was recorded

Hartlepool councillors have called for improvements to Royal Mail services in the town, after claims delayed letters have seen some residents face court action and miss medical appointments

The applications have been recently submitted to the local planning authority, but not yet decided upon

All four admitted their crimes and were sentenced at Newcastle Crown Court

The August inspection of the Lorne Street business was uncomplimentary

Andrew White died days after he was released from Holme House Prison :: An investigation raised concerns about who is offered naloxone

Stockton Council says 'the decision has been taken to provide more time for additional information to be considered'

The next stage in TVCA's journey has been named the 'organisational excellence strategy'

Danielle Parkes, 40, was jailed for 12 weeks after breaching a domestic abuse protection order protecting her brother during a disturbance in Middlesbrough.

Police urge people to stay away as firefighters battle a blaze near Billingham's Health Centre.

A woman has criticised a bus firm for delays to get permission to travel with a mobility scooter.

A near £40,000 contract has been issued for repairs to a bridge on the A171 near Scaling Dam reservoir.

A 32-bed home which helps “neglected and ignored” veterans has won unanimous backing from councillors.

Cleveland Police are at the scene supporting Fire and Rescue colleagues with a fire at Billingham Old Library

A pet crematorium has been given the go-ahead for Skelton.

More than 70 illegal bikes and e-scooters seized from Darlington streets have been crushed in a crackdown on anti-social and criminal behaviour.

Alan Shearer’s daughter Chloe chose a North Yorkshire country house for her wedding to rugby player Mick Young, sparking interest in the estate's history.

A 'truly lovely' couple killed in a crash at the weekend have been named as a Darlington couple honoured with the MBE for services to the community.

Reform UK wants to take control of Darlington Borough Council and can win at next year’s local elections, Treasury spokesperson Robert Jenrick said.

Babul's is marking National Curry Week with a £25 all-you-can-eat menu at its Darlington and Barnard Castle restaurants.

Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington could close by October, but bosses say they are determined to keep going.

Kane Walker and Christopher Watson jailed after Roseworth Social Club fight in Stockton left a man with a fractured skull. They received 24 and 25 months.

A dad of a teenager killed in the horror A66 crash is due to be sentenced after attacking a celebrant at a funeral for his son.

Dramatic CCTV footage shows the moment a car crashed into a T.W.S Security and Funky Fidget shop on Borough Road in Darlington.

Alan Charlton, 90, and Joy McCulloch, 74 ,died in a crash near Scaling Dam on Friday, police say.

The summer's dry weather means pumpkins are smaller than usual this year, and ripening earlier.

The Reform UK leader also said his party would have a 'serious go' at getting more councillors in Redcar and Cleveland elected come next May

Opiate and crack prevalence in Middlesbrough is more than three times the national average.

Nigel Farage visited Redcar as part of Reform UK's campaign to defend the state pension triple lock, sharing afternoon tea with pensioners.

Police made multiple arrests following shoplifting offences, including an alleged attack on shop staff and a PCSO.

His former handler, PC Liam Sewell, remembers a time when Harley was struck by a car in the line of duty but 'simply shook himself off' and carried on the chase

Sue Cleaver, Karen Henthorn and Les Dennis star in Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies stage adaptation at Stockton Globe in March 2027.

Police officers have been attacked after around 100 youths were setting off fireworks in a Hartlepool park.

From Boro legends to local foodies - diners are sharing first thoughts on Manjaros' new golf club restaurant.

Money will be spent on projects from this year onwards

Cowbar Lane, the main road into the north side of Staithes, will be realigned further inland.

Police appeal for information and footage after a van and car collide near Scotch Corner.

An appeal has been launched after baby piglets said to be too young to leave their mother were reportedly stolen from a property in Upleatham.

Plans have been submitted to turn former student accommodation near Stockton Riverside College into a 229-room HMO.

Police and paramedics are on Skinnergate in Darlington this afternoon after an incident.

A children’s home has been approved for a Teesside village despite residents’ worries over spooked horses, noise and road safety.

Two people have been jailed after offences affecting businesses in the Greater Eston area of Middlesbrough.

A car crashed into the front of a popular Darlington Funky Fidget shop and T.W.S Security, leaving the building damaged and forcing the store to close.

The four day event provided an unforgettable celebration of railway history, with more than 5,500 passengers attending