News & Sport

County Durham and Darlington Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Joy Allen has backed a national campaign raising awareness of stalking incidents.

Customers using M&S Outlet in Dalton Park are reporting issues with contactless card payments at the tills in the busy retailer.

A bereaved County Durham mum who lost her son to a suspected stabbing attack has urged people to watch the Netflix show Adolescence.

Churches, individuals and faith groups in Darlington and County Durham have paid tribute to Pope Francis after his death aged 88.

Prison officers are calling on the Justice Secretary to allow the use of electric stun guns in the UK’s most dangerous jails.

A much-loved Darlington bakery is rising to meet demand—not just for its organic sourdough and handmade bakes, but for its mission to support disadvantaged young people across the town.

The charity Crimestoppers has launched a new campaign appealing for information about the dangerous and illegal use of off-road motorbikes and other mechanically propelled bikes across County Durham and Darlington

Swiis Foster Care, the UK’s largest family-owned fostering agency, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted following a recent inspection.

A new study examining the impact of the Covid-19 response in sub-Saharan Africa argues that lockdown was a racist policy because it disproportionately harmed Black people.

Casting is announced today for the UK and Ireland tour of John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play. Following the hugely successful and critically acclaimed West End run earlier this year and a return three-month summer season this June, “the funniest show in town” (Daily Express) will embark on a major 10-month tour visiting Sunderland Empire from Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 February 2026.

West Brom have announced the departure of former Middlesbrough and Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray after their 3-1 defeat to Derby.

Michael Carrick's verdict on Middlesbrough's defeat at Sheffield Wednesday

Regis Le Bris has pledged to play his strongest line-up for Sunderland’s final two games of the regular Championship season.

How Middlesbrough's players rated in the 2-1 defeat at Sheffield Wednesday

Player Ratings: Sunderland 0 Blackburn Rovers 1 - Dominic Hyam was the Man of the Match