Durham OnAir

M A Stanton and Sons Limited, based in County Durham, has applied to change its goods vehicle operator’s licence to use a site at Morston Quays, Wallsend, for two vehicles and two trailers.

Youth groups in County Durham and Darlington have been recognised at the High Sheriff Youth Awards for supporting young people to overcome challenges and reach their potential.

A prison officer feared for his life as he was gripped in a choke hold by a confrontational inmate, a court heard.

Hall Hill Farm, near Lanchester, which first opened to the public in 1981, is marking its 45th year with a major revamp which has just been completed.

Kerry Anne Pickersgill and her daughter Ellie Newby have been sentenced for neglect of over 40 horses and dogs.

Stargazing events return to the National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool this February half-term, alongside exciting opportunities to discover how the stars guided Royal Navy sailors and to explore the world of coding and STEM through family-friendly activities.

National charity Crimestoppers has launched a new awareness campaign across Northumberland and Tyne & Wear, urging the public to be alert to the signs of children and young people being manipulated, coerced and controlled by adults.

Universal Theatrical Group and Working Title Films are delighted to announce a national tour of the original award-winning production of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL opening at Sunderland Empire on 4 November 2026 where it will play until 28 November 2026 and its first return to the West End in over 10 years, playing a limited West End season at the Adelphi Theatre from 12 February – 31 July 2027.

A much-loved volunteer guide at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is representing County Durham and the wider North East in VisitEngland’s prestigious national Tourism Superstar competition, with public voting now open.

The former prince was pictured leaving a police station on Thursday evening, as police say searches in Norfolk have ended.

It is likely we have only seen the tip of the iceberg compared to what the police have seen.

His associate said the music industry was "related to P", a way Epstein apparently often referred to women.

It comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands.

Middlesbrough's Championship game at Blackburn has been moved after being selected for live TV coverage

Middlesbrough goalkeeper Seny Dieng is expected to join Sheffield Wednesday on an emergency loan move

Newcastle United and Sunderland's FA Cup fifth round ties will both be televised, with the date and kick-off times now confirmed.

Aji Alese has suffered a fresh injury setback early on in his time at Portsmouth after joining the Championship club on loan from Sunderland