Bishop Auckland6 days agoTest your news knowledge with our weekly quizA runaway moggy to large-scale fly-tipping of canisters - give the North East and Cumbria quiz a go.6 days ago1 Jul 2026Council leader issues warning to HMO developersDurham County Council's Andrew Husband warns would-be HMO investors "Durham's probably not for you".1 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Theme park allowed to stay open for longerKynren is given permission by Durham County Council to extend its opening days and hours.1 Jul 202628 Jun 2026Fond farewell for council HQ ahead of demolitionPeople share mixed emotions as Durham County Council leaves it brutalist home of 63 years.28 Jun 202613 Jun 2026'Eyesore' former masonic hall stuck in limboThe masonic hall developer in Bishop Auckland says the issue with progress is a lack of funds.13 Jun 202612 Jun 2026Jill Scott nears hometown end of bike challengeThe football legend gears up for the last leg back home to Sunderland in her Sport Relief challenge.12 Jun 202612 Jun 2026'Blame culture' and unsafe staff levels at NHS trustA recent inspection found County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust must make "immediate improvements".12 Jun 20267 Jun 2026Elephants came to say 'goodbye' to dying mumAhead of an exhibition, Peter Haygarth shares his story and why you should not delay your dreams.7 Jun 202631 May 2026MP backs plans for open air swimming pool returnTrustees are "up for" reopening the pool, but it will not be done by this summer, an MP says.31 May 2026...
