Durham OnAir

A 60-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated public order after an incident at Etherley Cricket Club, near Bishop Auckland.

The Home Office has lifted its temporary pause on procuring asylum accommodation in County Durham, saying additional bed spaces are now urgently needed.

A man aged 67 and of previous good character “could not have been closer” to losing his liberty for the first time over his collection of child sex abuse images.

Auckland Castle's restored Upper Walled Garden in Bishop Auckland has been shortlisted for the Stephen Lawrence Prize 2026, recognising the Grade II-listed County Durham project as one of six finalists celebrating emerging architectural talent.

A new rage room is about to open its doors in Newton Aycliffe offering people a safe space to vent their anger.

Since 1981, the world’s greatest half marathon has brought people together – from first timers to all timers and once in a lifetimers, from charities to fundraisers and costume wearers, from famous faces to world-beaters and true local legends.

The National Lottery are appealing to players across County Durham, as a £1 Million lottery prize remains unclaimed. A winning UK Millionaire Maker code from the March 13, 2026 draw was sold in the Hartlepool area, but nearly five months on, the millionaire has yet to show up. Time is ticking, as the winner only has until September 9th to claim the prize!

The Durham Fringe Festival 2026 is in full swing. We've put together our list of this years unmissiable shows from a festival that is quickly become a 'must attend' event in the Durham cultural calendar.

Families are being invited to discover a magical new side to Durham this summer as an enchanting LEGO® trail takes over the city's historic streets.

Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated".

More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.

The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

Matthias Jaissle's priorities at Newcastle United after he is unveiled as the club's new head coach

Ahmed Abdullahi has left Sunderland to join Turkish club Eyüpspor on a permanent deal

The latest on Simon Adingra and Wilson Isidor amid West Ham interest in the Sunderland pair

Fin Cartwright has had a positive summer for Middlesbrough and was handed a start in the final pre-season friendly against Espanyol