Durham OnAir

New student accommodation, retail units and a public square - all you need to know as the major redevelopment of Durham City’s Prince Bishops Shopping Centre is approved.

Police and ambulance crews swarmed Aycliffe services after an “unknown substance” was thrown at two people at a bus stop.

Zen Flower Limited, which trades as Mayflower at 43 Front Street in Sacriston has been fined £40,000 after being caught employing illegal workers.

Today, George Stafford, 100, from Consett is set to walk 1.3miles for St Cuthbert's Hospice in memory of his daughter-in-law and wife. Follow along for more updates on his journey.

Seven people have been arrested after armed police officers were called to a Newton Aycliffe street brawl.

Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham and Buxton Opera House, in association with Mark Goucher and David Pugh, today announced the creative team and initial casting for the major national tour of The Full Monty. The beloved film will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2027, and the production will visit Sunderland Empire from Monday 17 – Saturday 22 May as part of a UK Tour running until July 2027.

Astronaut Rosemary Coogan, award-winning actor, writer and comedian Nick Mohammed, and folk duo The Unthanks will be among those to receive honorary degrees from Durham University this summer.

Three spectacular species are neck and neck in Durham for the coveted title of Britain’s Favourite Butterfly and every vote could make the difference.

Kynren – The Storied Lands has joined forces with the world-renowned BBC Concert Orchestra to record original music for two major new shows opening this summer at the UK’s first live-action show park in County Durham.

Chief Constable Alexis Boon tells the BBC the footage of how the murder victim had been treated was distressing.

It comes after the Reform UK leader said the public should respond with "pure, cold rage" to the actions of police.

The Royal Family, prime minister and head of the navy offer condolences after the crash in Devon.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct's is reviewing a guidance document from the National Police Chiefs' Council.

Newcastle United midfielder Travis Hernes has completed a permanent move to FC Groningen

Dennis Cirkin has revealed he will be leaving Sunderland when his contract expires later this month

Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers is interesting Arsenal and several other clubs this summer - with Middlesbrough closely monitoring developments

The artificial pitch will be built at Gateshead Cleveland Hall's premises at Beacon Lough in Gateshead after receiving a £868,000 grant from the FA