Durham OnAir

A man set about controlling his partner almost from the moment their relationship began, culminating in him telling her she was facing “a long sleep”.

Durham Fringe Festival will return for its sixth year , bringing nearly 300 performances to 11 venues across the city centre with all tickets capped at £15.

Visitors to Durham Cathedral are being invited to discover the stories, artistry and faith behind its stained glass windows as part of a special exhibition.

Believe Housing is inviting community groups across County Durham to apply for grants of up to £1,000 to support local projects, reduce inequalities and bring people together.

A brand‑new horror game based on an iconic screen antagonist is set to bring a County Durham filmmaker’s chilling universe into players’ living rooms this autumn.

An annual cycle ride for The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, part of Newcastle Hospitals Charity, has taken on even greater significance following the sad news about Kevin Keegan. The Three Days for Bobby ride set off as usual from Sir Bobby’s statue at St James’ Park, but this year the fundraisers began the ride amid an array of tributes to another football legend lost to cancer.

Take a look at our reccomendations for what to get up to this weekend across County Durham and the North East From thisisdurham.com!

Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing, the stage production inspired by the hit film, Dirty Dancing, will once again come to life before audiences eyes as this fantastic, emotional and triumphant live show returns.

The 45-year-old has been reported missing from his home in Newton Aycliffe. Andrew was last seen at around 8pm yesterday evening (July 20).

Craig Bowe says he heard screams during a trip to a beach to celebrate his daughter's birthday.

An Irish court is told the accused, Isobella Perrie Sullivan, is studying to become a barrister.

The housing secretary tells the BBC that the Renters Rights' Act is already having a significant impact on the market.

BBC Verify has looked at how much Burnham's new spending commitments cost and how they will be paid for

Sebastian Berhalter has arrived on Teesside to put the finishing touches to his move to Middlesbrough

Seaham para powerlifter Mark Swan was left beaming after claiming the first gold medal of the 2026 Commonwealth Games

Eddie Howe claims Aladji Bamba has “huge potential for growth” following his move to Newcastle United from Monaco

Football's Financial Fair Play rules are not fit for purpose - and are working against ambitious clubs like Newcastle United and Aston Villa