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Elderly Durham couple's shame at losing almost £20000 in phone scam - The Advertiser Series
The couple, from Carrville, near Durham City, have asked to remain anonymous. The husband said: “We used our savings and current accounts at first, then cashed in a Scottish Widows endowment to pay these people. “We feel so ashamed.
Firefighter condemns yobs after attacks in Crook, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le ... - The Advertiser Series
The firefighter, who asked to remain anonymous, suffered an eye injury when youths threw mud and stones at his crew while they tackled a blaze in Crook, County Durham, on Thursday night. The firefighter was hurt when a missile was thrown across a road ...
Police act to stop baby murder rumours - The Advertiser Series
Another resident, who asked not to be named, said that people on the estate are not responsible for the rumours. "All it takes is for someone to put something on the Internet then it spreads like wildfire, he said. "I try not to pay attention to it. ...
Naked cyclist causes double-take in Darlington - The Advertiser Series
One witness who did not want to be identified said: "I couldn't believe what I was seeing when she went past. One woman said to me, did I just imagine that?" Last night, Darlington police said they had not received any complaints about the matter. ...
Forest's new owners speak out to allay fears - The Advertiser Series
The man, who asked not to be named, said: “I don't agree with the Government selling the forests but, to be honest, I am happy with the new owners – it ...