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From well-known city centre staples to much-loved village takeaways, here are five of the highest-rated fish and chip shops in County Durham right now.

Tanfield Railway in County Durham has confirmed the return of its fish and chip steam train rides in 2026 following strong demand last year.

On Wednesday, April 8, at 10.30am, there will be an unveiling ceremony in honour of Cotherstone resident, Dame Jane Drew, at West Lodge in the village.

Cotherstone in Teesdale is being praised as a peaceful, hidden gem near Barnard Castle, with visitors highlighting its picturesque setting.

A shoplifter who threatened to ‘knock out’ staff at a Durham Tesco store was found to be carrying a knife when police were called.

More bees and butterflies will soon be winging their way to Durham City thanks to a new project from a community charity which supports children with disabilities. The Sensory Place provides a range of activities, events and support for children with disabilities up to the age of 25, and works with around 200 families from across the region.

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.

Police question a man, 36, and keep an "open mind" as counter‑terror officers join investigation.

The City regulator will outline how millions of people can claim compensation for mis-sold car finance.

Sir Andrew McFarlane welcomes the government backing for the change, saying it will turn the old approach "on its head".

The Tory leader refuses to rule out direct payments to households if bills spike but says this would come at a cost.

The National Parking Platform already has 15 councils on board with more in talks to join.

Tottenham will have a new head coach in place for their trip to Sunderland in a fortnight after Igor Tudor left his role today.

Tommy Conway played on the left side of the attack for Scotland as the Middlesbrough attacker made his first international start

Kim Hellberg discusses how his past life as a teacher helps him on a daily basis as Middlesbrough head coach

Darlington are still in the thick of the National League North play off battle despite losing to impressive Fylde at Mill Farm

For Chris Rigg, good has come of disappointment at Sunderland this season