Durham News
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Drug users turned on each other in mugging after row over 'deal' near Durham hotel
Two men mugged a fellow drug user of his mobile phone and bank card after a row following the sharing out of a “deal”, a court heard.
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Neglected garden in County Durham transformed into haven or veterans
A neglected garden at Hollyacre House in Durham, County Durham, has been transformed into a peaceful haven for Armed Forces veterans.
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Northern Echo publishes major report into skills challenge
A major Northern Echo report brings together insight and information from colleges across the region into the skills challenge
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Machete and hammer used in County Durham street fight which ended in amputated finger
Two teenagers sought to settle a dispute with a street fight in which weapons were used and injuries were caused.
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Folk Rock Band 'Home Service' play dates across County Durham
Long-standing folk-rock band Home Service are playing a 'Live Transmission' tour across the UK in July and they are playing in Durham, Barnard Castle, Alnwick and Sunderland.
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Award-winning actors among leaders in their field to receive honorary degrees from Durham University
Acclaimed actors Mark Gatiss and Gina McKee are among the leading figures in the arts, broadcasting, law and science who will receive honorary degrees from Durham University this summer.
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Banks Homes onboard with Durham School rowers for city regatta
Rowers from a prestigious Durham school will be competing with a regional employer in their crew at the North East’s premier rowing regatta this weekend.
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Support for dementia carers in County Durham as new platform launches
Vital new online tool provides clear, personalised guidance and practical help to those navigating life with dementia.
National News
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My wife and daughters left behind a legacy of love, John Hunt tells BBC
The racing commentator, speaking for the first time since the murder of his wife and two daughters, says their love has helped sustain him through grief.
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Watch: John and Amy Hunt's interview with BBC's Victoria Derbyshire
BBC racing commentator John Hunt has spoken for the first time since the murder of his wife and two daughters, in July last year.
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New test could identify women at higher risk of miscarriage
The test can measure whether an abnormal reaction in the womb could make pregnancy loss more likely.
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Touts employ overseas workers to bulk-buy gig tickets
An undercover probe finds workers help touts make money from gigs including Oasis and Taylor Swift.
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