Durham OnAir

A would-be burglar who tried a number of door handles in Darlington before walking away empty handed has been locked up.

A violent quadruple murderer savagely attacked another inmate in an attempt to get moved to the segregation unit at a high-security Frankland prison.

A County Durham prison where an officer consorted with an inmate in illicit phone messaging has pledged to take “robust action”.

Signs have gone up in the window of The Mayfair, a new bar set to open on the Riverwalk in Durham city centre.

Almost 1,500 surgery cases are under review at a scandal-hit breast cancer service in the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT).

Stargazing events return to the National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool this February half-term, alongside exciting opportunities to discover how the stars guided Royal Navy sailors and to explore the world of coding and STEM through family-friendly activities.

National charity Crimestoppers has launched a new awareness campaign across Northumberland and Tyne & Wear, urging the public to be alert to the signs of children and young people being manipulated, coerced and controlled by adults.

Universal Theatrical Group and Working Title Films are delighted to announce a national tour of the original award-winning production of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL opening at Sunderland Empire on 4 November 2026 where it will play until 28 November 2026 and its first return to the West End in over 10 years, playing a limited West End season at the Adelphi Theatre from 12 February – 31 July 2027.

A much-loved volunteer guide at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is representing County Durham and the wider North East in VisitEngland’s prestigious national Tourism Superstar competition, with public voting now open.

The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been taken to a London police station for interview following the arrest in Camden.

Only children with the most complex needs will be eligible for education, health and care plans from 2035.

Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London.

Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariffs.

Eddie Howe believes the future on Tyneside is extremely bright for Nick Woltemade, who dares to be different on and off the pitch and has impressively adapted to his new midfield role for the Magpies

Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg talked at length about the challenge of facing a side that set-up in a low block

Kim Hellberg outlines his position on Riley McGree after the influential forward dropped to the Middlesbrough bench for the weekend game against Oxford

Newcastle United host Qarabag in the Champions League round of 32 second leg on Tuesday night