Darlington customers still hit by mobile outages days after issues first reported
Connectivity issues remain in Darlington days on as vital works take place.
Council seizes 140 ‘squishy bun’ children’s toys as concerns emerge over safety risks
Tests have found that some toys may contain harmful substances, including benzene, a chemical linked to cancer.
County Durham man sexually assaulted girl by touching her bottom
A man of previous good character risked a prison sentence after a momentary inappropriate touch of a girl’s bottom.
Man who helped torture on-off lover’s partner to death in Chilton dies in prison
A man who helped torture his on-off lover’s partner to death in Chilton has died behind bars at HMP Frankland.
‘Lifeline’ women’s centre in County Durham left ‘devastated’ after suspected arson
Vital County Durham support centre for vulnerable women Aspire learning support and wellbeing has been left devastated after a suspected arson attack.
Former prison officer who saw paedophile disembowelled at Frankland found dead
A former HMP Frankland prison officer who was left with post-traumatic stress disorder after witnessing a notorious prison attack has been found dead.
Eight roads to be closed in and around Darlington today – see where they are
Drivers in Darlington should prepare for multiple road closures as essential works are set to take place.
No further action over fatal crash involving military truck and mobility scooter
No further action will be taken against two men who were in a military truck involved in a collision that killed a pensioner on a mobility scooter.
Explained: How Durham shopping centre will be revamped with new shops and flats
New student accommodation, retail units and a public square – all you need to know as the major redevelopment of Durham City’s Prince Bishops Shopping Centre is approved.
Pensioner denies causing serious injury by careless driving in Hartlepool
An 84-year-old Hartlepool woman has denied causing serious injury by careless driving.