Elderly told to wiggle toes to stay warm in -8C freeze
Durham County Council issues winter advice including 'wiggle fingers and toes' as UKHSA warns of increased deaths. Cold health alerts active across England.
Durham County Council issues winter advice including 'wiggle fingers and toes' as UKHSA warns of increased deaths. Cold health alerts active across England.
A Durham police sergeant who starred on Channel 4's 'Hunted' has been suspended for ten months over allegations of sexist remarks to junior female officers. Read the full investigation details.
A major crash involving a motorcycle and an HGV has closed the A1M in County Durham. Two people are in hospital. Follow live updates on the ongoing incident.
Two schoolboys, aged 13 and 14, are fighting for life after a tractor overturned on a County Durham farm. Police investigating the horrific incident had their car disabled by vandals.
A 14-year-old boy fights for life and a 13-year-old is seriously injured after a tractor overturned on a farm in Burnopfield. Police appeal for witnesses after shocking incident.
Durham Police release CCTV image after a cherished Christmas tree doubling as a WWI memorial was chopped down in Shotton Colliery. A crowdfunder for a replacement has been launched.
Amy Cave and Craig Neill sentenced for causing serious harm to a toddler. The child suffered a fractured skull and brain damage. Read the full court details.
Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
Police are investigating a targeted attack in Ferryhill, County Durham, where one man was stabbed and another had an unknown substance thrown in his face. Both are in hospital. Call 101 with information.
In Durham, North Carolina, a community mobilises against ICE raids, organising school patrols, food pantries, and policy advocacy to protect immigrant families. Discover how grassroots action is building a model of intentional care.
Harley Patterson, a 17-year-old from County Durham, tragically died in a single-vehicle crash on the A19. Police are investigating the incident and his family have paid tribute.
Thomas Peters, 22, wins a tight election to become Durham's treasurer, overseeing millions in taxpayer funds. A generational shift in local politics for the typically Republican town. Read the full story.
Fire safety experts issue a critical alert as festive decorations are plugged in. Learn the red flags for overloaded sockets and how to prevent a devastating house fire this December.
Residents and businesses in Peterlee express deep disappointment with the recent budget, calling for stronger political backbone. Discover how the town is responding.
The A19 in Tyne and Wear is shut in both directions following a serious collision. Emergency services are on scene. Expect major travel disruption for several hours.
A woman in her 60s is in critical condition after a serious incident in Elswick. Eight people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Follow for live updates.
Ellie Haigh's home was firebombed while she slept, leaving it uninhabitable. Yet, Durham Council demands full council tax. Read her shocking story and the bureaucratic battle she now faces.
A woman is fighting for her life and a man is seriously injured after a violent incident at a home on Durham Street in Elswick. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Durham Police launch an animal cruelty investigation after a huntsman was filmed striking his horse with a crop. The incident occurred during a South Durham Hunt outing.
The mysterious death of 18-year-old heiress Amelia Salehpour in California was ruled an overdose, but her wealthy parents believe she was murdered. Discover their fight for justice.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees in Barnard Castle. Read the full story on the rescue operation.
A 20-year-old woman has died after getting into difficulty while kayaking on the River Tees near Barnard Castle. A major multi-agency search operation was launched. Read more.
Emergency services recovered the body of a 20-year-old woman from the River Tees after a kayaker was reported in difficulty. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
President Trump orders investigation into Democrats linked to Jeffrey Epstein, potentially delaying release of Epstein Files. White House source reveals determination to 'bring down Bill and Hillary Clinton'.
A County Durham school cancelled its Children in Need non-uniform day and called police due to concerns about two boys. Discover the full story and the school's response.
Japanese car parts maker NSK plans to close two County Durham factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. The union Unite calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. Read the full story.
Northamptonshire Police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a man's body at a property in Northampton. Emergency services responded to reports of a serious incident on Saturday evening.
Discover why a picturesque County Durham village has earned national recognition as one of the UK's most desirable locations, boasting community spirit and stunning landscapes.
A 70-year-old man's joyful new lease on life after beating cancer was brutally cut short when he was fatally stabbed in his own home, as police launch murder investigation.
A quiet residential street was plunged into panic after a horrifying blood-stained parcel was mistakenly delivered to a family home, sparking a major police investigation into its mysterious origins.