HGTV announces the 2026 return of Home Town, Ugliest House in America, and Cheap A$$ Beach Houses with nearly 40 new episodes, starting in January. Get ready for more renovations and design disasters!
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.
Australian medium Caterina Ligato shares a chilling ghost sighting and reveals how to detect if your home has a spiritual presence. Learn the signs and how to protect your space.
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.
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.
Step into the iconic world of Gavin & Stacey as the famous Barry Island home from the beloved BBC comedy opens its doors for holiday rentals. Discover how you can experience a piece of British television history.
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.
Discover Britain's most spectacular wedding locations, from fairytale castles to coastal gems, perfect for saying 'I do' in unforgettable style.
Discover the iconic Vermont farmhouse from Tim Burton's cult classic Beetlejuice, now a must-visit Halloween destination for film fans and ghost hunters alike.
Professional jockey Bryson Butterfly has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of 55-year-old grandfather Paul Stobbart during a violent confrontation in County Durham.
Dramatic footage captures the moment luxury beachfront properties in Rodanthe collapse into the ocean as relentless coastal erosion threatens the Outer Banks' fragile shoreline.
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic trust deficit in County Durham, Newcastle, and Middlesbrough, with residents expressing unprecedented skepticism toward Westminster.
Prepare to scream! Our definitive guide ranks every haunted house at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights 2025 from chilling to utterly terrifying. Discover which attractions will leave you sleeping with the lights on.
Australia considers importing Japan's revolutionary prefabricated homes costing just £5,000 as radical solution to catastrophic housing shortage and affordability crisis.
Discover the chilling true story of Ballechin House, the Scottish estate so haunted it drove residents mad and became the subject of a Victorian paranormal investigation that shocked the nation.
Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland has purchased an extraordinary £4.5 million mansion in Cheshire, featuring seven bedrooms, a private cinema, and space for his growing luxury car collection.
A remarkable 200-mile taxi journey from Darlington to Newcastle reveals the shocking state of UK public transport as a determined pensioner pays £360 to reach vital medical care.
Bon Jovi are coming back to the UK and Ireland for their first major tour since 2008, with stadium shows scheduled for London, Durham, and Dublin this summer.
A Durham nurse has been removed from the nursing register following multiple serious incidents including medication errors and failing to monitor vulnerable patients at University Hospital of North Durham.
Durham's County Championship clash at Gateshead's South Northumberland CC was dramatically abandoned after police intervention following an on-field altercation between players.