Durham OnAir

A Thornley rapist who infected his victim with a sexually transmitted infection has been locked up eight years.

Patients of an under-fire NHS service have continued to come forward, as legal experts warn that the scale of the patient numbers and issues may only "scratch the surface".

A young man suspected of drink driving refused to co-operate with police when he was challenged as he reached home.

Durham Constabulary is recruiting for roles including vehicle technicians, analysts and apprenticeships across County Durham.

Free events will be held across County Durham this week to celebrate County Durham Day

Leading wildlife charity, Butterfly Conservation, is calling on the public to prepare for a bumper summer of butterflies. This year, alongside its hugely popular Big Butterfly Count, the charity is launching something brand new - a vote to discover Britain’s Favourite Butterfly!

A Durham fostering agency is celebrating its foster carers' dedication ahead of Mother’s Day with ‘Every Parent Day’. Swiis Foster Care is recognising the invaluable contribution of foster carers who provide safe, loving homes to children and young people, marking the occasion with a celebration coffee morning and presentation of gifts.

Durham is set to swing as a major new jazz festival is announced for the city. The inaugural Durham Jazz Festival will take place from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, transforming venues across the city with a vibrant programme featuring top-flight artists from the world of jazz.

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, award winning actress Sheridan Smith, accompanied by her fellow cast and crew of the dark psychological comedy, Woman In Mind, came together for a special Q&A event at Sunderland Empire to raise money for local women’s charity, Wearside Women In Need.

The Chancellor has set out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.

The body found at Cash's Park in Coventry is that of 37-year-old Thomas Niven, police have confirmed.

Footage shows Valdo Calocane swearing and attacking officers as he is brought into police custody.

Only learners will be able to book a car driving test under new rules to make the system fairer.

Kieran Trippier discusses his Newcastle United contract and future ahead of the Barcelona Champions League tie

Sunderland have released their club accounts for the 2024/25 season, when the Black Cats won promotion from the Championship to the Premier League

Eddie Howe will make a last-minute call on Sandro Tonali ahead of Newcastle United’s Champions League decider in Barcelona

Middlesbrough star Aidan Morris will be a major doubt for the huge coming Championship clash with Millwall after being named in the USA squad for their March friendlies against Belgium and Portugal