
Durham News
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NHS boss gives verdict on whether Bishop Auckland Hospital will be restored to A&E
The NHS Trust that runs Bishop Auckland Hospital has given its verdict about whether it would restore A&E services to the County Durham town.
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'Drunk and upset' pensioner stalked and pushed ex after 'on off' relationship ended
A “drunk and upset” Ushaw Moor pensioner shoved her ex-partner and banged on the door of his home after their “on off” relationship fell apart.
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The farm shop in County Durham becoming a favourite stop for drivers
Cross Lanes Organic Farm near Barnard Castle has become a popular A66 stop, with visitors praising its café, local produce, butcher’s counter and friendly staff.
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Family slam County Durham hotel as 'disgusting hovel' after black mould found in room
A family travelling from Scotland have blasted The Moorings Hotel in Chester-le-Street hotel as a “disgusting” hovel after claiming their rooms were filthy.
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Growing online business prepares major expansion in the North East
Power Tool World, a long-established Newton Aycliffe business approaching 30 years of trading, is set for a major expansion with the addition of a new 36,000 sq ft facility.
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RESULTS DAY: Durham students receive results at New CollegeThousands of students across County Durham have received their A Level, T Level and Level 3 qualification results today. Many have discovered if they have achieved what is needed to get to their university of choice!
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Whats happening in County Durham this weekend?Murder Mysteries, Concerts, LEGO and sunflowers! As we continue to experience another heatwave around the North East, here's our roundup of whats happening across County Durham this weekend - In association with This is Durham!
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Celebrated Festival Receives £30,000 Funding For Exciting Theatrical AdventureOne of the North-East’s most celebrated festivals has received a £30,000 grant to create and deliver a brand-new theatrical experience for audiences in Tees Valley and County Durham.
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50 strong choir sings out from iconic viewpoint as 2026 Saltburn Folk Festival opensNearly 50 local singers gathered above the town yesterday (Friday 7 August) for a special performance marking the opening evening of this year’s Saltburn Folk Festival.
National News
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Parents pushed to breaking point by Child Maintenance Service, BBC toldMothers, like Katy, describe battles to make ex-partners pay, while fathers say they have been wrongly charged thousands.
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UK to turn cooler with rain after exceptional heat and dry spellAfter and exceptional summer of heatwaves and drought, the weather will turn wetter and cooler this week, as Simon King explains
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Cambridge chancellor criticises 'racist feeding frenzy' around Jason ArdayJason Arday, the former University of Cambridge professor at the centre of a plagiarism row, was found dead last week.
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Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rulesThe rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.
North East Sport
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The Newcastle bombshell Dan Burn wasn't expecting & how he found out he was captain
Dan Burn reflects on a dramatic summer at Newcastle United, including Eddie Howe's exit and being named club captain
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Will Lankshear had another reason for celebration after dream Middlesbrough double
There was double reason for celebration for Middlesbrough striker Will Lankshear at the weekend
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Newcastle United make transfer move as Matthias Jaissle's plans fall into place
Newcastle United will complete the signing of Bosnian right-back Amar Dedic from Benfica in the next 24 hours
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One big winner - but key questions that need answers after Newcastle's final friendly
Newcastle United ended their pre-season programme by losing on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Strasbourg at St James' park
