The ‘lovely’ County Durham village with stunning walks and independent shops

TripAdvisor: Like many locations in the region, Lanchester is one that heavily relied on mining previously – with a small mining development closing in the 70s.
Firefighters called to blaze at Darlington farm

Emergency services were called to Baydale Farm on Coniscliffe Road at around 5.10pm, following reports of a fire on a patch of grassland.
High street giant that had 300 stores collapsed into administration owing £16m

A retail giant that was a familiar sight on the high street was placed into administration owing almost £16 million.
Police hunting wanted County Durham man in connection with stalking

Durham Police is trying to track Darren Lynn, 45, who has links to the Ferryhill, Spennymoor and Newton Aycliffe.
QR code scam warning issued to drivers that use car parks across County Durham

Drivers who use car parks across County Durham have been warned about a QR code scam that’s doing the rounds.
Prolific thief who caused misery for shop workers is put behind bars

Callum Briggs, 20, of Aislaby Court, Guisborough, has been jailed.
The old main County Durham road ‘abandoned’ by changes and now hidden in plain sight

A forgotten stretch of the old A689 in County Durham has been remembered after it was left behind by realigment for a new road.
The beautiful County Durham village with strong links to beloved TV presenter

Among these hidden gems is the village of Hamsterley, a quiet and picturesque spot nestled on the edge of Hamsterley Forest, with links to David Bellamy.
TV star shares memories of real-life people behind show All Creatures Great and Small

Peter Wright, who is more commonly known as Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Vet, has shared memories about popular TV show All Creatures Great and Small.
MPs call on Andy Burnham to repay North East support with investment and devolution

North East MP’s have backed new Labour leader Andy Burnham and called for him to repay this with investment and added devolution.