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A man who treated his partner “appallingly” by squeezing her neck until she was almost breathless has narrowly avoided immediate prison.

A motorist who was caught by a speed camera travelling at 80mph on the A66 in County Durham has been fined.

THE classic views of Durham of the imperious cathedral high on its rocky plinth with the river sweeping through its wooded banks below are renowned and recognisable around the world.

Durham County Council’s cabinet is set to discuss whether to buy back a long-derelict Ferryhill care home.

Three people have been ordered to pay more than £7,500 between them after being found guilty of breaching council enforcement notices in County Durham.

Vibe Dance Fitness, launched in Billingham in 2023, now brings inclusive, low-pressure weekly classes to Billingham, Middlesbrough and Yarm, led by founder Matt Campbell alongside his mum, Chris.

The National Theatre’s acclaimed production of Ballet Shoes by Noel Streatfeild, adapted for the stage by Kendall Feaver and directed by Katy Rudd will begin a major tour of the UK in August 2027 touring through to 2028. Strictly Come Dancing star Anton du Beke will make his debut in a National Theatre production playing Great Uncle Matthew and Fidolia.

TC Group welcomed 19 teams of clients, local businesses and partners to Consett Golf Club on Friday 4 September for its annual Charity Golf Day, raising £4,095 in support of Newcastle-based charity, Families In Care.

Following the success of last year's event, the North East Indie Book Fest returns on Saturday 3rd October, bringing together an incredible collection of independent authors for a day dedicated to books, reading, and celebrating the wealth of writing talent in the North East.

As thousands prepare to take part in this year's Great North Run, colleagues from North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) will be among those lining up at the start line, raising money for charities and causes that have made a difference to their lives.

It comes as the AI firm's boss has called for the technology's development to be slowed down, citing "serious" risks.

In rare public remarks, Jonathan Powell said now was not the time for European nations to take their "foot off the gas".

The inquiry into the former nurse is expected to find failures by her hospital to ensure patient safety.

Changes will spell out that governments can change rules and that career choices affect repayments.

Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue.

Regis Le Bris is confident it is only a matter of time before Brian Brobbey gets back on the goal trail this season

Matthias Jaissle said Newcastle always knew patience was going to be required with summer recruits Bazoumana Touré and Aladji Bamba

Kim Hellberg discusses Middlesbrough pair Tommy Conway and Amario Cozier-Duberry after the pair starred against Norwich City

Norwich City boss Philippe Clement's verdict on his side's 4-3 defeat to Middlesbrough in the Championship

REGIS LE BRIS defended Enzo Le Fee after the Frenchman’s missed penalty proved decisive in Sunderland’s 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, and praised his side’s performance as they pushed the reigning Premier League champions all the way at the Stadium of Light.