Shop worker threatened in armed robbery Aug 8 2007
HELMET-CLAD raiders - one armed with a knife - held up a Bell’s Store in Great Ayton. more

11 year olds shine in Key Stage 2 results Aug 8 2007
TEESSIDE’S 11 year olds are among the most improved in the country in the three Rs. Results at Key Stage 2 have revealed pupils have made improvements. more

Tees medic tells of work in Tonga Aug 8 2007
A YOUNG Stockton medic is following in the footsteps of Teesside’s great explorer, Captain Cook. Samuel Parker has journeyed to the other side of the world for an eight week placement. more

Poison sting beach terror Aug 9 2007
A SEASIDE day trip turned to terror when a Thornaby teenager suddenly collapsed after standing on a poisonous fish. Aaron Maughan, 13, staggered bleeding up the beach after he was stung by a weaver fish while paddling at Seaton Carew at the weekend. more

Police crack down on “boy racers” Aug 8 2007
A TOUGH police crackdown was launched against “boy racers” who bring misery to residents in Great Ayton. more

Tesco fight toextendstore Aug 9 2007
SUPERMARKET giant Tesco has launched an appeal after planners refused permission to expand its Ingleby Barwick store. more

House fire victim discharged from hospital Aug 17 2007
A MAN found unconscious and badly burned outside a Stockton house has been discharged from hospital. more