Durham OnAir

A man accused of 44 sexual offences involving children has appeared in court in Newton Aycliffe.

A Bishop Auckland bakery has been shortlisted for The Northern Echo’s Best Bakery award.

A “domineering” former soldier, said to have PTSD from his service days, took out his anger and frustration on his partner and her family, a court heard.

The Durham High School site has been put up for sale by administrators just weeks after the independent school's controversial closure.

Sedgefield Community College has been rated "Strong" by Ofsted across all inspection areas, with inspectors praising achievement, attendance and school culture.

As thousands prepare to take part in this year's Great North Run, colleagues from North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) will be among those lining up at the start line, raising money for charities and causes that have made a difference to their lives.

Durham Cathedral has celebrated the completion of the Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer, marking a significant milestone in the Cathedral's Vision 2033 and its long-term commitment to pilgrimage, prayer and Christian faith exploration.

A North East metal detecting club has raised £2,000 for The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, part of Newcastle’s Hospitals Charity, with a special charity rally.

A historic Darlington landmark is preparing to welcome families, history enthusiasts and teddy bears alike this weekend as Tees Cottage Pumping Station hosts a special Teddy Bears' Picnic event.

The government is expected to detail how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.

Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.

Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.

The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis.

KIM HELLBERG admits moulding Middlesbrough’s new-look squad in the early weeks of the season has been a major challenge – and is viewing the forthcoming lengthened international break as an opportunity for a ‘second pre-season’.

WILL LANKSHEAR’S superb start to his Middlesbrough career has led to him being shortlisted for the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month award for August.

CHRIS RIGG has become the latest player to admit that outside negativity is fuelling Sunderland’s players to prove people wrong again this season.

A CRICKET club has secured a new kit sponsor.