The Chopping Block butchers opens at Darlington Market
The Chopping Block, founded by Ory Vanes and Matt Waistell, both from Darlington, welcomed its first customers on Wednesday, April 15. Offering what the owners described as “the very best” locally sourced meat, the idea for the business stemmed from their previous experience in hospitality and commercial property. Ory Vanes, 34, is also the co-owner…
Lawmakers gathered quietly to talk about AI. Angst and fears of ‘destruction’ followed
WASHINGTON – A congressional subcommittee on Thursday held a roundtable discussion on the potential of artificial intelligence, which took a turn toward the existential as each lawmaker aired their anxieties about the rapidly evolving technology. Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Va., expressed alarm that federal workers may be using AI chatbots to handle sensitive government data. Rep….
NRL: NZ Warriors v Gold Coast Titans – what you need to know
Taine Tuaupiki and Keno Kini will bring plenty of x-factor from fullback, when the Warriors meet the Titans. Photo: RNZ/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Gold Coast Titans Kickoff 5pm, Saturday, 18 April Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ website Despite their historic win over Melbourne Storm, NZ Warriors can’t afford any hangover…
Darlington’s Stable Hearth pizzeria earns award nomination
Stable Hearth Neapolitan Pizzeria, on Duke Street, has now been shortlisted in the top ten of The Northern Echo’s Best Restaurant and Gastropub competition, where readers vote for their favourite venues across County Durham and Darlington The nomination follows the pizzeria’s recent national success, with the family-run restaurant, owned by Nicholas and Gemma Thexton, being…
The Lime Tree Inn at Great Ouseburn is thriving again
The Lime Tree Inn in Great Ouseburn in the Vale of York earned top honours, including its second AA Rosette, a Michelin-Guide listing and an appearance on TV’s Four in a Bed when it was run by husband-and-wife team Rob and Heloisa Mitchell. The Mitchells left last summer to enjoy more family-time, and the pub…
Complete list of candidates North Tyneside Local election
Unlike neighbouring council’s, this year’s local election in North Tyneside only has 20 seats up for grabs this time round, having already had its ‘all-out’ election in 2024. The current make up of the council consists of 50 Labour councillors, eight Conservative councillors, one Independent councillor, and one Reform councillor. Applications to register to vote must…
MPs speak of worries and concerns over potential job losses
Middlesbrough MP Andy McDonald and Stockton MP Matt Vickers told of their concerns as they reacted to the news that as many as 600 NHS workers could lose their jobs. Meanwhile, Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash spoke of “ambitious, forward-looking plans taking shape” for the University Hospital of Hartlepool. A spokesperson for the University Hospitals Tees…
BID-Backed deep clean gives Northallerton High Street a fresh new look
The deep clean was made possible through funding from the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, with support from Mayor David Skaith. This investment reflects a shared ambition to strengthen local high streets, support economic resilience, and create attractive destinations that encourage both footfall and spending. Works included intensive cleaning of pavements, street furniture, and…
