Peterlee17 May 2026Sir Ian McKellen opens former pit village theatreThe company has a new theatre space opened by Sir Ian McKellen and offers paid work to local actors.17 May 202615 May 2026Brass bands back competing after venue hiatusCompetitors from across the north-east of England are hoping for sun at the contest this weekend.15 May 202612 Apr 2026How do you rebuild your life after marrying a conman?A woman who wed a romance conman says victims receive abuse on social media "blaming" them.12 Apr 202611 Apr 2026Children's hospital menu honours girl's legacyThe Durham trust provides comfort and nutritious food for young patients to honour Sophie's legacy.11 Apr 202630 Mar 2026Speeding driver killed woman in ambulance crashSheila Hill died five months after an ambulance she was in was crashed into by Daniel Banks.30 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Empty shops in County Durham rise for third yearSeaham reported the lowest percentage, highlighting its community coming together.3 Mar 202626 Feb 2026The families forced to move hundreds of miles for a homeCouncils say a lack of housing in London means they have to move people to north-east England.26 Feb 202624 Feb 2026Man housed workers in 'dangerous' derelict officeA group of nine men could have died if there was a fire at the building, a court hears.24 Feb 202619 Feb 2026NHS staff win battle to end 'two-tier' workforceUnison says the move will ensure "everyone doing vital NHS work is treated with dignity". 19 Feb 2026...
