
Durham News
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Man wanted since 2024 tracked down and arrested by police in County Durham
A man wanted since 2024 has been tracked down and arrested by police officers in County Durham.
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When will the heatwave end after region set to hit 30°C on Bank Holiday Monday?
When will the heatwave end after region hits 30°C on Bank Holiday Monday? Here's what the Met Office say about the weather in County Durham.
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Drunken passenger sexually assaulted woman on train to Durham
A man who sexually assaulted a woman on board a Durham-bound train has been jailed following a British Transport Police (BTP) investigation.
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Aycliffe sex offender who sent pictures to 'girls' jailed again after 'porn urge'
A sex offender who could not resist the "urge" to view pornography has been jailed for wiping his internet search history in breach of a court order.
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Popular County Durham market confirms all 2026 dates and new traders for next event
The first Community Market of the year has been confirmed for Consett, with well-known additions Geordie Bangers and Grandpa's Fish Bar.
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First-ever vote launched to find Britain’s Favourite Butterfly!Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has launching the first-ever vote to crown Britain’s Favourite Butterfly. From Friday 15 May - Sunday 7 June, people across the country are being asked to choose the butterfly they love most, whether that be a familiar garden visitor like the Red Admiral, Orange-tip or Holly Blue, or an elusive rarity like the aristocratic Duke of Burgundy or the mighty Purple Emperor.
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Singing In The Rain to visit Sunderland EmpireJonathan Church Theatre Productions are delighted to announce that the Chichester Festival Theatre, Stage Entertainment and Sheffield Theatres smash-hit production of SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN will embark on a UK and Ireland tour, visiting Sunderland Empire from Tuesday 2 – Saturday 6 March 2027.
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Durham Markets celebrates 175 years with ‘Through the Decades Weekender’This week, Durham Markets, one of the city’s oldest and most loved institutions, will celebrate its 175th anniversary with a big three-day community event in the city centre.
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Free Buddha’s birthday celebrations return to Durham’s Oriental MuseumDurham University’s Oriental Museum will once again celebrate Buddha’s Birthday with a range of free, family-friendly activities on Sunday 24 May, 2026.
National News
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Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34CIt comes after the UK recorded its warmest May night on Sunday when temperatures reached 19.4C.
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Starmer 'appalled' by case of boys spared jail after raping teenage girlsThe prime minister said it was "right" that the sentences were being urgently reviewed.
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Three arrested after shooting outside city barA number of roads have been closed after a shooting outside One Four One bar in Sheffield.
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Portable charger problems on flights 'on the rise', watchdog warnsThe CAA says 'more awareness' of the fire risks is needed and asks passengers to 'do the right thing'.
North East Sport
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Eddie Howe reveals what's next for Lewis Miley after six-year Newcastle announcement
Lewis Miley has signed a new six-year contract with Newcastle United, committing his long-term future to St James' Park
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Europa League - when will Sunderland be playing and who could they be drawn with?
What you need to know about Sunderland in the Europa League - when will they play and who could they be drawn with?
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Matt Crooks ignored Fry & Hackney & left WhatsApp groups but had classy Boro message
Ex-Middlesbrough midfielder Matt Crooks reflects on beating his former side at Wembley to secure promotion to the Premier League with Hull City
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What Europa League qualification means for Sunderland & Le Bris' transfer confidence
Regis Le Bris discusses what qualifying for the Europa League means for Sunderland
