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 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.
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.
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.
The US job market feels stalled with 7.4 million unemployed, but new data reveals a decade of growth ahead in healthcare, AI, and clean energy. Discover the top 10 fastest-growing roles.
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.
New research shows 72% of British teenagers view careers like construction and childcare as gender-specific, despite parental support for breaking norms. Discover the findings and the call for change.
UK retailers slash seasonal hiring by 40% as Trump tariffs and automation bite. Discover why your Christmas job search just got tougher and prices are rising.
Ford CEO reveals a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles offering $120,000 salaries going unfilled due to a lack of trained workers in the US. Discover the wider crisis.
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.
An exclusive investigation reveals the surprising reality of cruise ship employment - from eye-watering earnings for entertainers to the challenging conditions faced by cabin crew.
Labour faces mounting criticism after appearing to backtrack on their flagship promise to create 1,000 green energy jobs in Aberdeen, with opponents accusing the party of attempting to erase their previous commitments from public memory.
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.
New research reveals Generation Z workers are dramatically reshaping workplace expectations, rejecting traditional office politics and demanding authentic self-expression in their careers.
New research reveals artificial intelligence is disproportionately impacting working-class occupations, with ChatGPT and similar technologies transforming Britain's employment landscape.
New research from Zoopla and Opinium uncovers Britain's fastest-growing career sectors, with tech roles dominating while traditional positions face decline.
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.
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic trust deficit in County Durham, Newcastle, and Middlesbrough, with residents expressing unprecedented skepticism toward Westminster.
Britain's industrial heartland faces devastating blow as soaring power prices threaten to shut down major aluminium plant, putting over 1,000 livelihoods in jeopardy and exposing UK's energy vulnerability.
JD Gyms announces ambitious expansion into Enfield, creating 30 local jobs and bringing state-of-the-art fitness facilities to the area as part of their nationwide growth strategy.
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
In a powerful move for workplace inclusion, ASDA has hired an autistic man who was unexpectedly released by Waitrose after years of dedicated volunteering, sparking important conversations about neurodiversity in retail.
Britain's top public schools face unprecedented demand as teaching applications double amid competitive education sector. Discover why these elite positions attract global interest.
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.