Bishop Auckland2 days agoSex predator snared by undercover police jailedDeclan Sains, of Bishop Auckland, is sentenced to more than eight years behind bars.2 days ago2 days agoRegister office closure 'a significant blow' Joanne Howey, who got married there in 2012, says taking the service away is "ridiculous".2 days ago3 days agoHorse stuck in thick paddock mud rescuedFirefighters have reminded horse owners to take "simple preventative measures" to keep animals safe.3 days ago4 days agoBaby found under floorboards may be 300 years oldAn inquest opens into the mysterious death of an unknown baby whose skeleton was found by builders.4 days ago7 days agoChildren's hospital menu honours girl's legacyThe Durham trust provides comfort and nutritious food for young patients to honour Sophie's legacy.7 days ago10 Apr 2026Council ban ruffles Brian the cockerel's feathersBrian's owner Tom has started a petition against the ban on the birds on County Durham allotments.10 Apr 202610 Apr 2026Register office closure plan due to few ceremoniesCeremonies already booked at the Barnard Castle venue will go ahead, but no future ones will take place. 10 Apr 20263 Apr 2026Historical theme park seeks to expandThe team behind the park say it could attract one million people a year in the near future. 3 Apr 20262 Apr 2026The North East areas bidding for Town of CultureTowns across Northumberland, Tyneside and County Durham submit bids for the inaugural competition.2 Apr 2026...
