Durham News

A woman ran a campaign of harassment, sending threatening messages to a former friend in breach of a court injunction.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a woman who failed to turn up at court having been found with drugs secreted on herself on arrival at prison.

The former lawyer who has found a new purpose as an author as she learns to live with multiple sclerosis. PETER BARRON reports

Durham Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has called for tougher laws, better public education and greater investment in roads policing after figures showed 21 per cent of road deaths are linked to drink and drug driving

Firefighters have responded to a huge surge of incidents during this latest heatwave.

Firefighters are tackling a woodland blaze near Bishop Auckland - with crews remaining at the scene dampening down.

Sun seekers are being urged to not take a dip in open water despite the warmer weather, with the fire service warning against serious risks.

Firefighters dealt with more than 1,000 calls amid scorching temperatures this week - including a battle to save homes in St Helen Auckland.

St Michael and All Angels in Bishop Middleham has stood watch over the surrounding countryside for almost 900 years.

Thirteen North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.

Here are the latest planning applications validated by Durham County Council in the past week, featuring proposals ranging from home extensions and business signage to property conversions and tree works.

A young prisoner, 26, was found dead in his cell at HMP Deerbolt, an inquest has heard.

Aspiring athletes and volunteers from a County Durham athletics club enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the European Athletics Championships after winning a competition.

Mourners have gathered in Stanley at the funeral of a six-year-old Bonnie described as a "remarkable little girl" who brought "so much love and light into this world".

Sam Walsh, 49, from Colburn, in North Yorkshire, is wanted by police officers in connection with the serious offences, with polcie saying he's likely in County Durham.

The windscreen of a double-decker bus travelling through County Durham has been shattered after a group of youths threw an 'unknown object'.

A young man with a “heart of pure gold” died from pneumonia and a head injury six months after a County Durham crash, an inquest has heard.

Anglers have urged a council to protect and restore Shotton Pond.

Plans for the next phase of Bishop Auckland’s Market Place redevelopment have been revealed.

Why are there missing junctions on the A1(M) in North Yorkshire and County Durham? We try and answer the question often asked by drivers every day.

A young dangerous driver who was told he was “a lucky boy” when given a suspended sentence earlier this year, may not be so fortunate when he’s brought back to court.

Shotton Colliery man Christopher Stevenson, 39, has been given a 12-month conditional discharge after admitting a series of shop thefts and threatening behaviour

Demolition and asbestos removal work at the former Fyndoune Community College site in Sacriston has been approved as part of plans to redevelop the site for specialist education.

A children’s play café in Newton Aycliffe is set to close just months after opening its doors.

Knitsley Mill is set to reopen under new ownership and the direction of an experienced local operator.

A County Durham pub has confirmed its former landlords have left after a year, with a new owner now taking over.

A FUN-PACKED summer party for autistic young people and their families has been organised by a North East charity described by parents as a “lifeline”.

Ferryhill Town Council has been recognised for its support of the local community after receiving a piece of artwork from Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC through its Community Voice Art Project.

A new County Durham vintage shop supplying rare Pokémon cards and Warhammer collectibles, to name a few, is set to open its doors this weekend.

A North East business networking event hosted by Sunderland-based wealth management firm Northern Spire will bring together sales and marketing experts to help companies identify new opportunities for growth.

The Hole In Wand at Dalton Park, near Seaham, will permanently close on Sunday, September 6, after the venue announced the sad news on social media.

An Annfield Plain family has been left “shaken” after armed police surrounded their home while a mum and her two young children were inside.

Two people have been taken to hospital following a crash on the A19 in County Durham.

A teenager who admits stealing a bike from a stranger in Durham city centre has denied an alleged wounding charge when the owner tried to retrieve the cycle.

A man has changed pleas and admitted responsibility for a serious injury road accident caused by his dangerous driving prior to a head on collision.

Peterlee man John Longstaff has admitted using a public communications network to cause annoyance and anxiety on two separate occasions, offences under the Communications Act 2003.

Consett drink driver Gemma Streeter has been banned from the roads after being caught behind the wheel at more than twice the legal alcohol limit.

We will be bringing you all the latest updates about the scorching weather which will hit 32C today (August 13).

Durham County Council leader Andrew Husband writes in his latest Northern Echo column and tells how he is fighting back against HMOs

Disqualified driver Peter Stead has been jailed for eight weeks after admitting driving while banned and uninsured in Chester-le-Street.

Hamsterley Forest has been branded ‘one of the jewels in County Durham's crown’.

East Durham College marked T Level and A Level results day as learners celebrated top grades and progression routes into university, careers and further study.

A rage room where customers can smash objects with crowbars, sledgehammers and baseball bats is seeking retrospective planning permission for changes made to the premises.

Circus performers, brass bands, and family activities will launch the opening of Durham’s newest cultural venue.

A combine harvester blaze sparked a wildfire across more than 10,000 square metres of fields in County Durham.

Christian Batson, of Bishop Auckland, has been ordered to pay £1,310 after being found guilty of driving without insurance at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court.

Dalton Park has achieved a prestigious 2-Star Fitwel Certification, recognising its work to improve health, wellbeing and sustainability for shoppers, employees and retail partners.

Bishop Auckland maths prodigy Imogen Chen is celebrating exceptional A-level results at St John’s Catholic School

Thousands of families enjoyed free rides and activities at the 20th anniversary Chester-le-Street Police Activity Week after County Durham and Darlington Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen provided £5,000 in funding.

Champion gymnast Hannah Singlewood is celebrating outstanding A-level results at St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland after successfully balancing her studies with elite training as a member of the England Acrobatic Gymnastics Squad.