
Durham News
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Three shoplifters jailed after thefts from same County Durham village Co-op store
Three prolific shoplifters who have repeatedly struck at the same village store have each now been jailed.
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County Durham man jailed after “woeful” response to suspended sentence for blackmail
A man’s "woeful" response to a suspended sentence order has now landed him behind bars.
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Inside £1.5m Teesdale country home set within 13 acres near Winston
Set in around 13 acres near the village of Winston, Highcliffe Farm is an exceptional country home that has been extensively modernised and thoughtfully extended to create a property that blends luxury living with rural charm.
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County Durham groups invited to bid for share of £50,000 community fund
Believe housing is offering a share of £50,000 in grants to community groups in Brandon, Browney, Langley Moor and Meadowfield for projects tackling loneliness, social isolation and anti-social behaviour.
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Step inside Wingate's surprise family home with five bedrooms on sale for £259,999
From the outside, this semi-detached home on Wellfield Road in Wingate blends seamlessly with its neighbours, but a look inside reveals a property that's anything but ordinary.
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RESULTS DAY: Durham students receive results at New CollegeThousands of students across County Durham have received their A Level, T Level and Level 3 qualification results today. Many have discovered if they have achieved what is needed to get to their university of choice!
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Whats happening in County Durham this weekend?Murder Mysteries, Concerts, LEGO and sunflowers! As we continue to experience another heatwave around the North East, here's our roundup of whats happening across County Durham this weekend - In association with This is Durham!
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Celebrated Festival Receives £30,000 Funding For Exciting Theatrical AdventureOne of the North-East’s most celebrated festivals has received a £30,000 grant to create and deliver a brand-new theatrical experience for audiences in Tees Valley and County Durham.
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50 strong choir sings out from iconic viewpoint as 2026 Saltburn Folk Festival opensNearly 50 local singers gathered above the town yesterday (Friday 7 August) for a special performance marking the opening evening of this year’s Saltburn Folk Festival.
National News
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People who fled Stourbridge fires start to return homeMany families are only just discovering the extent of damage to their homes for the first time.
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UK-made drones strike targets inside RussiaThe drones have been used for the first time in mainland Russia to hit military and industrial targets.
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Emergency phone alert put domestic abuse victims at risk, campaigners sayThe alert took many by surprise when it was sent to millions of phones on Friday night - but it may have also put vulnerable people at risk.
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Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog diesPolice appeal for two people who stopped to help the victim in Wakefield to come forward.
North East Sport
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One big winner - but key questions that need answers after Newcastle's final friendly
Newcastle United ended their pre-season programme by losing on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Strasbourg at St James' park
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Injury boost for Newcastle ahead of final pre-season game against Strasbourg
Fabian Schar makes his return from injury in Newcastle United's final pre-season friendly against Strasbourg
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Sunderland make more significant transfer progress as key weekend continues
Sunderland will complete the signing of Dayann Methalie in the next 24 hours, with the full-back set to undergo a medical at the Academy of Light
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The 'X-factor player' involved in Sunderland talks - and why Black Cats made decision
Regis Le Bris claims Romaine Mundle has some “pure X-factor” that could lead to him playing a major role with Sunderland this season
