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Middlesbrough schools close early for teen funeral after A66 crash

Seven people were killed in a wrong‑way collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough on 22 August 2026. Middlesbrough Council announced early closures at Outwood Academy Acklam, Newham Bridge Primary, Acklam Whin Primary and Green Lane School so families can attend the funeral of teen Theo Rae on Monday afternoon.