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North Yorkshire driver fined for speeding on C36 road in County Durham

Northallerton motorist Thomas Alderson was fined and given three penalty points after admitting speeding on the C36 road in County Durham, with Peterlee Magistrates’ Court imposing a £72 fine and vict

The Northern Echo·3d ago
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Bishop Auckland woman fined after assaulting five police officers

Bishop Auckland woman Molly Brown, 25, has been fined and ordered to pay compensation after admitting assaulting five police officers during an incident in the County Durham town, Peterlee Magistrates

The Northern Echo·4d ago
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Peterlee care home worker's marathon effort for charity

On September 13th, a brave member of staff from Barchester Healthcare’s Hawthorns care home in Peterlee, Durham will be taking on the gruelling Great North Run to raise money for Barchester’s Charitab

Hartlepool Mail·14 Aug
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Tributes to 'devoted' Peterlee dad Sean Forster after his death in motorcycle crash

The family of a “devoted” dad who died in a motorcycle collision have paid tribute to him after he died “doing something he truly loved”.

Hartlepool Mail·11 Aug
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Great-great-gran celebrates 100th birthday with party attended by 100 guests including some from Australia

Lucy Clarke was surrounded by 100 guests as she celebrated her centenary at Peterlee Pavilion

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·5 Aug
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Coroner issues Peterlee care home warning after woman died due to 'unwitnessed fall'

Patricia Barnett died following an "unwitnessed fall" at Peterlee Care Home

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·1 Aug
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Woman died from serious head injury after unwitnessed fall at County Durham care home

An 84-year-old woman died after suffering a serious head injury in an unwitnessed fall at Peterlee Care Home.

The Northern Echo·31 Jul
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Thug rained down blows on sleeping woman's face before trying to break down door

A domestic abuser rained down blows on a sleeping woman in a “serious and sustained” attack in Peterlee.

The Northern Echo·26 Jul
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County Durham cocaine dealer was caught selling drugs from car window

Peterlee's Conn Abraham was caught in the act, as a police officer saw him carrying out an apparent transaction from his car in Peterlee, on February 17, 2024.

The Northern Echo·22 Jul
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Former Peterlee pupil receives inspirational teacher award after first year at old school

Relaxed, funny and super respected – that’s how Ryan Gooch’s students describe him.

Hartlepool Mail·17 Jul
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New teacher wins Inspirational award nominated by Peterlee pupils

Relaxed, funny and super respected – that’s how Ryan Gooch’s students describe him.

Hartlepool Mail·17 Jul
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Man given community order after thefts from B&M and Morrisons in Bishop Auckland

Stuart Harrison, 38, of Crook, has been given a 12-month community order after admitting three shop theft offences at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.

The Northern Echo·9 Jul
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Corner‑plot County Durham home with converted garage and big drive at £269,500

Situated on a corner plot in a modern estate in the Oakerside Park area of Peterlee is this beautifully presented house.

The Northern Echo·6 Jul
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Peterlee charity cricket match supported by ex Middlesbrough and Hartlepool footballers a smashing success

Organisers of a charity cricket match featuring former Middlesbrough and Hartlepool United footballers were bowled over with its success.

Hartlepool Mail·2 Jul
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Air quality in Peterlee

Great news for everyone breathing in Peterlee! It looks like our local air quality is something to be proud of today. Let's all keep doing our bit to keep our town's air fresh and healthy!

IQAir·22 Jun
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Path taped off and blue tent erected as CSI called to incident in Peterlee

A blue tent has been erected and a path taped off following an incident in Peterlee - with pictures showing officers guarding the scene.

The Northern Echo·13 Jun
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LIVE - Corden lifted and road reopens following County Durham incident

Police have closed a road near St Bede's RC Comprehensive School in Peterlee

The Northern Echo·13 Jun
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County Durham thug battered friend with a claw hammer at his home for ‘liking girls’

Peterlee thug who battered a supposed friend with a claw hammer will have to wait be sentenced after judge wanted to assess his dangerousness.

The Northern Echo·12 Jun
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County Durham man banned for 23 months after drink driving on A692

Mark Murphy, 46, of Stanley, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court on June 8 in connection with an offence involving driving over the legal alcohol limit.

The Northern Echo·12 Jun
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County Durham thug sent picture of knife to his pregnant ex saying 'I'm on my way'

A Peterlee thug who sent image of knife to his pregnant ex-partner saying ‘I’m on my way’ has walked free from court after spending several months on remand.

The Northern Echo·7 Jun
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Recruitment firm expands in County Durham with move to larger office

National recruitment agency JDR Recruitment is expanding its North East presence after moving to a larger office at Traynor Business Park in Peterlee following regional growth.

The Northern Echo·29 May
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House hunting? Here are five of the cheapest homes in the North East

Five North East homes, including properties in Peterlee, Hartlepool, Horden and Sunderland, are going to auction with guides from £5,000.

The Northern Echo·24 May
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County Durham man admits assaulting woman and threatening behaviour

William Lynch, of Esh Winning, pleaded guilty at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court to assaulting a woman and using threatening words or behaviour.

The Northern Echo·24 May
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County Durham thug spat in ex partner's face and threatened to petrol bomb her home

A jealous Peterlee brute carried out a sickening campaign of abuse on his then partner spitting in her face and threatening to petrol bomb her home.

The Northern Echo·21 May
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Peterlee headteacher ‘incredibly proud’ following school’s latest Ofsted report

A primary school is celebrating after receiving a glowing report from education inspectors.

Hartlepool Mail·19 May
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Peterlee seven-year-old who has survived cancer twice and lost eye 'bounces back from anything'

Little Autumn Smith Laidler was diagnosed with a rare from of cancer when she was aged just 2

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·18 May
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First donation from The Roy Simpson MBE Foundation helping Peterlee Cricket Club youngsters play

A new North East charity started in memory of a passionate advocate for local cricket was delighted to hand over its first donation to support young players.

Hartlepool Mail·12 May
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County Durham thug set lurcher on partner after row leaving her 'cheek hanging off'

A Peterlee man who left his girlfriend with catastrophic facial injuries when he set his dog on her following an argument has been locked up.

The Northern Echo·12 May
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County Durham van driver banned after using mobile at the wheel

A County Durham van driver, Lee Emery of Shotton Colliery, has been banned from driving for six months after being caught using a hand-held mobile phone while driving in Peterlee

The Northern Echo·9 May
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County Durham man fined £512 after dumping cardboard box in car park

Shaun Stewart from Tantobie has been fined £512 after being found guilty of littering in a Stanley car park, with the case proven in his absence at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.

Darlington & Stockton Times·7 May
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Charity event to be held in memory of former Peterlee college principal

A charity event is being held this summer in memory of a former Peterlee college principal who sadly died in 2024.

Sunderland Echo·5 May
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Broken clock tower now hub for underage drinking and drugs ‘needs knocking down’

Residents say Lee House “needs knocking down” after years of decay in Peterlee town centre.

The Northern Echo·23 Apr
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County Durham law firm marks 40 years with move to new premises

TMJ Legal Services has relocated its Peterlee office to a larger former ticket office site, marking continued growth as the North East law firm approaches its 40th anniversary in 2026.

The Northern Echo·9 Apr
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The former County Durham music venue that brought rock royalty to the region

The Argus Butterfly, Peterlee, became, during the late 1960s and early 1970s, one of County Durham’s most talked-about live music venues.

The Northern Echo·7 Apr
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Why Hartlepool motorist kept his freedom after killing Peterlee pensioner in ambulance crash

Why Hartlepool motorist kept his freedom after killing Peterlee pensioner in ambulance crash  Sunderland Echo

Sunderland Echo·30 Mar
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Peterlee's Apollo Pavilion named one of 'most beautiful' buildings in country

Peterlee's Apollo Pavilion named one of 'most beautiful' buildings in country  The Northern Echo

The Northern Echo·28 Mar
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Four businessmen launch new company and choose Peterlee as their base

Four businessmen launch new company and choose Peterlee as their base  East Durham News

East Durham News·26 Mar
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Brighter future ahead for eight dogs found living in 'squalor' on Peterlee allotment

Brighter future ahead for eight dogs found living in 'squalor' on Peterlee allotment  Chronicle Live

Chronicle Live·24 Mar
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Peterlee Hyundai Colleague Named Vertu Sales Manager Of The Year

Peterlee Hyundai Colleague Named Vertu Sales Manager Of The Year  Vertu Motors

Vertu Motors·17 Mar
Planning

Retrospective application for the extension to an existing car park, including resurfacing, new white lining, externa...

Good news for local drivers! A planning application has been submitted for an extension to the car park south of York Road in Peterlee. This includes much-needed resurfacing, new lining, and improved lighting, which is great for our community.

County Durham Council Planning·16 Mar
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Inquest Into The Death Of Jake Anderson In Peterlee Police Cell Opens On Monday

Inquest Into The Death Of Jake Anderson In Peterlee Police Cell Opens On Monday  inquest.org.uk

inquest.org.uk·5 Mar
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Man who let workers sleep in 'potential death trap' Peterlee eye sore must pay £93k

Man who let workers sleep in 'potential death trap' Peterlee eye sore must pay £93k  The Northern Echo

The Northern Echo·24 Feb
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Man housed workers in Peterlee 'dangerous' derelict office

Man housed workers in Peterlee 'dangerous' derelict office  BBC

BBC·24 Feb
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Peterlee company Harbro Electrical announces the appointment of digital marketing apprentice

Peterlee company Harbro Electrical announces the appointment of digital marketing apprentice  East Durham News

East Durham News·17 Feb
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Peterlee Specsavers reopens after five-figure revamp

Peterlee Specsavers reopens after five-figure revamp  businessdurham.co.uk

businessdurham.co.uk·17 Feb
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Peterlee opticians makes five-figure investment to store refit as shop gets makeover

Peterlee opticians makes five-figure investment to store refit as shop gets makeover  Sunderland Echo

Sunderland Echo·16 Feb
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Peterlee bell stolen one week after cemetery move

Peterlee bell stolen one week after cemetery move  BBC

BBC·16 Feb
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Castle Dene Shopping Centre in Peterlee pulled from auction amid 'interest'

Castle Dene Shopping Centre in Peterlee pulled from auction amid 'interest'  The Northern Echo

The Northern Echo·13 Feb
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Perfection in Peterlee: Cat Next Generation ADTs

Perfection in Peterlee: Cat Next Generation ADTs  Global Highways

Global Highways·13 Feb
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Durham County Council Launches New Engagement on Plans for Consett and Peterlee

Durham County Council Launches New Engagement on Plans for Consett and Peterlee  durhammagazine.co.uk

durhammagazine.co.uk·2 Feb