Durham OnAir

Brass music, but not always as we know it, took over Durham city centre at the weekend as a now hardy annual music festival reached a crescendo.

An offshore worker 'flipped' and strangled his wife at a County Durham caravan park.

The High Sheriff of the County Palatine of Durham has launched a new coalition to boost opportunities for young people across the region, it has been announced.

Bishop Auckland Hospital has been accredited as an NHS surgical hub through the GIRFT programme, recognising the quality of its planned surgery services.

Education experts gathered at a North East conference hosted by the ALP Institute and Durham University to explore the benefits and responsible use of AI in schools.

Sunderland Empire and Martin Dodd for UK Productions are delighted to announce that 5 Milkshake! presenter, Olivia Birchenough, will be returning to Sunderland Empire this Christmas in The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook after a fabulous 2023 festive season starring in Beauty and the Beast. Olivia will be joining this magical tale as the enchanting Ethel Mermaid from Friday 11 December 2026 until Sunday 3 January 2027.

Tomorrow night’s World Cup semi-final is, of course, bringing up memories of Mexico 86 and the ‘hand of God’... Peter Reid, who played in that match, and Sir Bobby Robson’s son, Mark, have been reflecting on it.

New College Durham is proud to support the ambitions of talented young racing driver Lloyd Palmer as he continues his journey through the highly competitive world of karting.

A member of staff renowned for his exceptional customer service, genuine warmth and dedication to visitors has been crowned Durham Tourism Superstar 2026.

The Labour leader will set out his domestic priorities in his first speech from Downing Street as he becomes the seventh prime minister in 10 years on Monday.

Meanwhile Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says Burnham is a "people pleaser", ahead of him becoming prime minister on Monday.

A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.

The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent.

Middlesbrough will continue their preparations for the coming season with a behind closed doors game against Huddersfield Town next weekend

Sunderland are not expected to take Anthony Patterson to the United States, but Dan Ballard and Romaine Mundle should both feature in the USA

Newcastle United are adamant they will not be drawn into a bidding war for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall

Middlesbrough defender Fin Munroe is heading out on loan and is expected to join Blackpool