‘Compelling case for full public inquiry’ into scandal-hit Durham trust, says firm
A law firm supporting patients that have fallen victim to breast cancer failings at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) says there is a “compelling case for a full public inquiry”.
Tragedy as one dead and man in serious condition after getting into difficulty in sea
A man has died, and another man is in a serious condition after an incident on Cullercoats beach in North Tyneside.
LIVE – Four men to be sentenced following drug dispute murder
Good morning and welcome to the live sentencing of four men following the murder of Anthony Dickons.
Person taken to hospital and cordon in place as air ambulance attends coast incident
A person has been taken to hospital after an incident on the North East coast that saw a police cordon in place and an air ambulance attend.
Six things The Northern Echo wants Andy Burnham to do for the North East as PM
The Northern Echo has today (July 20) called on incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham to commit to six key priorities that we want him deliver in the North East.
Shildon thug punched, hit and strangled pregnant ex in brutal attack at ‘safe-house’
A Shildon thug punched, dragged and strangled his pregnant ex in a viscous attack at a “safe-house” which left her fearing for her unborn child.
An in-depth look at The Northern Echo’s six-point manifesto for new PM Andy Burnham
We take an in depth look at The Northern Echo’s six-point manifesto that we have launched today (July 20), calling on incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham to commit to it.
Mum-of-two to open ‘dream’ County Durham café next month
A new café will open its doors in Lanchester this summer.
Much-loved North Yorkshire shop closes after more than 180 years
A North Yorkshire shop has officially closed its doors after 181 years in the same family.
Grieving County Durham punter punched and stamped on man in bloody bar attack
A club committee member launched a sustained attack on another drinker who he suspected of spiking his drink.