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Middlesbrough Mela expecting record-breaking crowds

One of the region's best multi-cultural festivals continues today.

The Middlesbrough Mela is taking place all weekend with music, food and entertainment.

It's in its 26th year and last year attracted 50,000 people over two days.

"Mela 2016 will be a fantastic celebration of multicultural music, food, fashion and art. It's one of the best celebrations of culture and diversity anywhere in the UK, and a true symbol of Middlesbrough's community spirit."

– Satnam Singh, Mela chairman