Durham OnAir

A coked-up Shildon burglar who smashed his way into a Darlington couple's home was caught red-handed when the pair heard banging downstairs.

An ex-RAF corporal, dismissed from the Armed Forces after a conviction for voyeurism, was back in court for breaching the probation element of his sentence.

Durham Cathedral will mark Holy Week with a series of services and events from Palm Sunday on March 29 through to Easter Sunday

JT Lifestyle Homes has released new images of the first phase of robot-built homes in Thornley, County Durham.

A new initiative aimed at bringing communities closer to nature is progressing in Sunderland and County Durham.

After 40 years as a newspaper journalist at home and abroad, Stuart Laundy has relished swapping notebook and pen for microphone and mixer.

A Sunderland-based chef is set to represent the North East on the upcoming series of Great British Menu, with the regional heats airing on BBC Two on Tuesday 24th March at 6.30pm.

Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live are delighted to announce that Durham’s own Emma Lucia will lead the cast as Jenna in the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, when it plays the Sunderland Empire from 4 – 9 May 2026.

A hidden section of medieval wall painting has been uncovered by archaeologists at one of North East England’s iconic landmarks – giving clues to its grand past.

The level rose slightly on the previous year while the number of children living in poverty has remained steady.

Pensions Minister Torston Bell said those affected would receive compensation "where appropriate".

The OECD downgrades forecasts for many of the world's biggest economies due to the US-Israel war with Iran.

The partner of one survivor told a public inquiry that authorities have "prolonged their suffering".

Middlesbrough Women boss Joe Lillie tells the story of his coaching journey as he prepares to take charge of a game at the Riverside for the first time

Middlesbrough striker Tommy Conway is desperate to make the Scotland squad for this summer's World Cup after his recall by Steve Clarke

Lewis Hall is hoping he will have to miss a second summer of cricket as he chases his World Cup dream

The Muhammad Ali mantra that is guiding Kim Hellberg's man-management of his Middlesbrough squad