The Northern Echo

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Author putting Shildon railway pioneer on a pedestal (The Northern Echo)

MIKE NORMAN'S grandfather, Bailey Cornforth, was a railway footplateman who lived in Shildon opposite the school named after the pioneering…

Mike said: “The display was seen by millions in the US, and yet I couldn’t find any similar reference in this country. It then toured the US before being destroyed in a tornado “I am sure that the lithograph was up in the Soho chapel, and when it closed it was given to my grandfather for his long service,” says Mike.

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Darlington media students assist with dinosaur project (The Northern Echo)

TV and film students have secured a project with real bite – helping an author promote his new dinosaur roadshow.

Mr Townsend added: “I have such a passion for the Wild West, history and palaeontology that I was looking for a way to combine them all. They discovered so many species but also did a lot of damage as they would send guys out to dig up the bones but this would also result in stealing, robbery and even blowing up sites with dynamite to stop others finding them.” The workshops take people on a journey through the Mesozoic era, how this led to the mythology of the ancient Greeks, such as Cyclops, and the dragons of China, and ended up being fought out in the Wild West by eminent professors Othniel Charles Marsh and Edward Drinker Cope. They videoed Mr Townsend in the college’s studio with other students on the course and on location at Polam Hall School as he delivered a workshop to pupils. His latest venture is to share is love of palaeontology and the Wild West with schools and community groups through educational workshops and talks. Mr Townsend is known for his book To Ride with the 7th, an historical account of a Darlington soldier’s fate at the battle of Little Bighorn.

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Beamish Hall makes top 10 most instagrammed wedding venue in UK (The Northern Echo)

A County Durham museum has made the top 10 most instagrammed wedding venues in the UK.

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6 of the best places to grab lunch in Darlington town centre (The Northern Echo)

As we march towards Spring and more of us venture out as the winter days wane, many are looking for a great place to grab a bite, have a chat and…

This venue is a big favourite of our social media expery, and this comes as no surprise with the food and coffee possessing that 'instagrammable' quality. Those looking for a filling lunch, with a bit of a treat, would do well to peruse their wide array of sandwiches and bagels which seemingly fly off the shelves at lunchtime. From a chicken shawarma, hummus and pickle sandwich, to a goats cheese and red onion marmalade sandwich, the venue carries a range of different sandwiches that all look tasty. The restaurant caters to a mix of palates, perfect for meat-eaters, vegetarians and vegans alike. The eatery is known for its sandwiches, fries, and cocktails (though we would not recommend this on a work lunch break), and is beloved by many a Darlington resident. From the smoked salmon, cucumber and cream cheese bagel, to the pan-fried steak sandwich with onions and peppers, the venue has a wide range of delicious food on offer. In fact, for those looking to grab a breakfast meal, which is served from 9am to 3pm, our very own Chris Lloyd reviewed the TWD and rated it an impressive After looking online, consulting residents, and working with various colleagues in the Echo's Darlington office, we have compiled a list of some of our favourite places to grab a bite (or drink) in the town centre. The breakfast and brunch restaurant, located on Grange Road, carries an impressive range of sandwiches for those looking to indulge on their lunch break. With a quick glance of the menu, and accounts from various Echo staff members, this is not without merit. While this is not a definitive ranking of the best places to grab lunch in Darlington, all of the eateries featured on this list provide some good grub. As we march towards Spring and more of us venture out as the winter days wane, many are looking for a great place to grab a bite, have a chat and enjoy the (hopefully) warming weather.

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Supported residential living for Darlington care leavers (The Northern Echo)

PLANS have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council to change the use of a house to supported residential accommodation for up to three young…

"For the proposed use, the young people would be supported 24/7, whereas in a “traditional” family home, older teenagers maybe left unsupervised from time to time. The proposed use would provide up to three young people (aged 16 years and over) with a minimum level of support, provided by one member of Keys support staff, who would support toward the next stage of living independently. "The support worker would provide advice and guidance to the resident young people on living independently and running a household. The application seeks confirmation that the proposed use of 35 Thompson Street East, Darlington, as residential accommodation for up to three young people aged 16 and over with one member of Keys support staff, would not be materially different to the property’s current lawful use as a dwellinghouse. "The proposed use would contribute towards this need and is supported by the council who wish to continue with the existing contract." PLANS have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council to change the use of a house to supported residential accommodation for up to three young people upon leaving care.

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