Durham OnAir

A much-loved Tow Law teenager who "lit up the room" has been remembered by his family as a caring young man who lived life to the full.

A man carried out a plan to have sex with a teenage boy he met on an online chat forum, a court heard.

An “extremely dangerous” banned driver drove at speeds of 120mph in 30mph pedestrian zones while trying to shake off police officers.

A man was warned he could be jailed after changing his plea and admitting sexually chatting online with someone he believed was 14.

Durham Police are appealing for information to find missing 16-year-old Zak, last seen near Prince Avenue, Bowburn, on Wednesday, September 9.

Vibe Dance Fitness, launched in Billingham in 2023, now brings inclusive, low-pressure weekly classes to Billingham, Middlesbrough and Yarm, led by founder Matt Campbell alongside his mum, Chris.

The National Theatre’s acclaimed production of Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild, adapted for the stage by Kendall Feaver and directed by Katy Rudd will begin a major tour of the UK in August 2027 touring through to 2028. Strictly Come Dancing star Anton du Beke will make his debut in a National Theatre production playing Great Uncle Matthew and Fidolia.

TC Group welcomed 19 teams of clients, local businesses and partners to Consett Golf Club on Friday 4 September for its annual Charity Golf Day, raising £4,095 in support of Newcastle-based charity, Families In Care.

Following the success of last year's event, the North East Indie Book Fest returns on Saturday 3rd October, bringing together an incredible collection of independent authors for a day dedicated to books, reading, and celebrating the wealth of writing talent in the North East.

An event in London featured a video from Prime Minister Andy Burnham as well as speeches from family members of victims of the attacks

The Cabinet Office, which leads on AI safety, says the UK "cannot simply turn AI off".

A man is arrested on suspicion of violent disorder after the anti-migrant demonstration on Sunday.

Guidelines stipulate that school uniform policies for the 2027/28 school year onwards must include the option for girls to wear trousers.

Alex Bangura and Micah Hamilton's Middlesbrough situations explained

Middlesbrough will be boosted by the return of Jeremy Sarmiento for Saturday's Championship game against Norwich City

Florent Ghisolfi takes us inside Sunderland's 'crazy' transfer deadline day and the dramatic pursuit of Malick Fofana

Lewis Hall has signed a new long-term contract at Newcastle United