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Cable theft in Darlington causes delays for train passengers
Commuters on the eastcoast mainline in the North East faced long delays in getting home last night. Trains were severely delayed after a signalling problem caused by a cable theft in Darlington. Virgin Trains say there was disruption throughout yesterday evening, and anyone delayed by more than 30 minutes can apply for compensation.
The Art Of Picture Books Comes To Darlington
8:02am 6th September 2015
Darlington's Crown Street Library is getting kids reading for the next 2 months
The BOO! exhibition begins next week, celebrating the art of the picture book
With work from a variety of artists...
Including Darlington's own childrens author and illustrator Liz Million,
And Stuart Trotter - illustrator of the beloved Rupert The Bear books
The organisers are hoping to engage and widen participation in the arts as well as offer a variety of curated exhibitions which appeal to the whole community.
It will all culminate on the 23rd October with the BOO! Birthday Bash.
As this year marks the 150th birthday of the Alice in Wonderland books historian and author, Chris Lloyd will give a talk on the enduring popularity of Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland and the things which inspired his writing, including his connection to Croft on Tees and Darlington.
Durham Ride Takes Over The City
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Cable theft in Darlington causes delays for train passengers
Local News: Commuters on the eastcoast mainline in the North East faced long delays in getting home last night. Trains were severely delayed after a signalling problem caused by a cable theft in Darlington. Virgin Trains say there was disruption throughout yesterday evening, and anyone delayed by more than 30 minutes can apply for compensation.
Domestic Abuse Awareness Event In North Yorkshire
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Murray Defeated By Anderson In US Open
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Migration Debate: Is Britain Doing Enough?
World News: The Prime Minister will face calls to accept more refugees when MPs hold an emergency debate later over Europe's growing migration crisis.
