News & Politics
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Five plans approved or thrown out in Darlington this week - see where
Darlington Council has decided five planning applications, covering a parcel locker, housing and building repairs.
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More than 300 guests celebrate North East law firm's milestone anniversary
Square One Law celebrates its 15th anniversary at The Baltic in Gateshead, highlighting growth across Yorkshire and plans to support expanding businesses.
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Strictly Come Dancing fans 'gutted' and 'shocked' as week 4 exit leaked
Some fans were left disappointed, with one saying: "I'm absolutely gutted for the couple that left."
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Search narrowed for missing men and boat which failed to arrive in Lewis
An 'area of interest' has been identified in the search for two missing men and their boat, which failed to arrive in Lewis on Tuesday night
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Bradford district road to shut for 11 days - and here's why
The closure could last for up to 18 months if necessary, but pedestrian access will be maintained throughout.
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The 6 household items to avoid leaving on standby that adds £11 a year to bills
Uswitch has broken down the cost of leaving household items on standby overnight, such as TVs and game consoles
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Climate Change Has It In for the World’s Best Surfing
As coastlines change, so do surf breaks. That may spell the end for premier waves and the tourist economies that depend on them.
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Death of Scotland’s seas? Fury at SNP stewardship of country's once-bountiful waters
Campaigners are outraged at the SNP’s stewardship of the sea. Our Writer at Large hears from them, and their fishing lobby opponents who have just hired an SNP minister as CEO
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Hurricane warning: Miami poised for No. 1 after 5 of the top 7 teams lose in historic Top 25 day
The college football rankings are in for a shakeup after a historic weekend for the Associated Press Top 25
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France protests: Burnt out cars and shattered glass on Paris streets after protests turn to riots and looting
Around 1,800 people were arrested after nationwide protests saw outbreaks of violence and vandalism.
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Drugs, begging and shoplifting rife in 'nice, friendly' Leeds area, say locals
Locals spoke of their concerns
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Bradford artists bring nature to life in new cultural programme
ART is heading outdoors in a new celebration of creativity and nature
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Police searching for wanted County Durham man linked to criminal damage and burglary
County Durham Police are searching for Shay Johnson, 22, who has recent links to Wingate and Peterlee, wanted in connection with criminal damage and burglary.
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Zack Polanski says application of Zionism is racist and no state has right to exist
Green leader in England and Wales calls ‘debates about words’ unhelpful and denies recent motion was controversial
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Canada fire: Multiple deaths and injuries after explosion sparks disaster in Alberta
Defence minister David McGuinty describes the situation as ‘very, very active and delicate’
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Forgotten history of Amanda Owen's Anty John's project and the man who lived there
Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse has a fascinating past linked to Swaledale map maker Anthony Clarkson, whose story is explored in Our Farm Next Door.
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I worked on death row for 18 years. This is why the livestream execution was scrapped
The idea to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan was all about the U.S. administration wanting to show power and test what is acceptable, death row lawyer Dr Asim Qureshi tells Suha Kidwai
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Government wants to increase organic farming to 10% of England's agricultural land
Farming groups said that the Government needs to turn “warm words” into action.
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Manhunt after teenager struck by Range Rover in hit and run incident
A manhunt has been launched after a teenager was injured in a hit and run incident in Midlothian
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Look inside former Darlington bar as night spot transformed into modern office space
A former Darlington bar has been transformed into a new office space following a quarter of a million pound revamp.
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Amanda Owen reveals why she refuses to limit her nine children's screen time
Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen explains why she sets no screen time limits for her nine children, saying technology is a lifeline for family farming.
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An extraordinary life: descendant welcomes biography of woman ‘gifted’ to Queen Victoria
A girl called Àìná was captured by an African king and later taken to England to become Sarah Forbes Bonetta, protege of the imperial monarch
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Urgent plan needed to end 'corridor care' for children, health secretary says
Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England's urgent care system, ahead of winter.
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Green Party leader Zack Polanski says he will not overturn Zionism motion
The Green Party leader said, while he wanted to amend it, the motion would stand until 2028.
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Could this £1m North East manor be the ultimate family retreat?
Cap:Designed to be comfortable enough for everyday family life yet elegant enough for entertaining, Morton Grange Manor is the epitome of style.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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‘Many family stories’: Tim Winton’s Cloudstreet takes out ABC radio poll of top 100 Australian books
Markus Zusak’s novel The Book Thief secures second place, while Trent Dalton’s Boy Swallows Universe rounds out podium dominated by men
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Key road in York set to remain closed for water mains works
A section of Low Petergate in York will continue to be closed until 6pm on Friday, November 6, 2026.
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Woman left mum's friend with split lip during boozed-up attack at Spennymoor home
Sunderland woman Katie Jardine, 26, received an 18-month community order after punching her mother’s friend in Spennymoor on July 8.
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Woman condemns ‘degrading’ and ‘disturbing’ Halloween Park experience
Robyn Doughty describes her visit to Newsham Scream Park as ‘humiliating and quite disturbing’
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The County Durham farm shop with Highland cows that visitors are raving about
A County Durham farm shop and restaurant near Bishop Auckland is winning praise for its food, friendly staff and Highland cows.
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'Hidden gem' Durham countryside tea room praised for huge scones and homemade cakes
The Pump House Tea Room in Houghall, Durham, has a 4.6-star Google rating, with visitors praising its homemade cakes, scones and countryside setting.
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First Christmas advert of 2026 revealed with Gavin and Stacey star
Debenhams unveils 2026 Christmas film advert, Christmas. For Everyone, starring Emily Atack, Mathew Horne, Kym Marsh and Gabrielle.
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Darlington Market accused of 'throwing retail in the skip' over 2am booze sale plans
Darlington Market has been accused of “throwing its retail offering in the skip” by becoming “one big bar” amid plans to open until 2am.
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Christmas tree spotted in County Durham café window before Halloween sparks debate
A Christmas tree spotted in the window of a popular County Durham café has raised the question of whether it is too early to start putting up decorations.
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Condé Nast’s UK profits drop by more than a third as sale of Vogue publisher ruled out
Magazine group points to restructuring bill but says it ‘remains profitable in the UK for another year’
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Sir Bobby Robson's son shares football history with County Durham pupils
Pupils at a County Durham primary school got a football history lesson from Sir Bobby Robson’s son, who visited to celebrate the North East icon’s life and legacy.
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New jobs up for grabs at The Bowes Museum - here's how you can apply
A much-loved County Durham museum has jobs up for grabs, and here’s how to apply.
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Ten drivers reported for parking on zig-zag markings
TEN DRIVERS have received traffic offence reports after parking on zig-zag markings.
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Inside closed village pub as £320k makeover takes shape ahead of major reopening
Take a first look inside Hope & Anchor in Greatham as the closed pub moves closer to its planned November reopening.
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West Yorkshire magistrate calls for greater diversity in the judiciary
A NATIONAL campaign is calling for greater diversity in the magistracy and encouraging more people to volunteer
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Rugby League World Cup 2026: New Zealand avoid massive shock against Fiji
New Zealand women are given a World Cup "wake-up call" after they are forced to come from behind to beat debutants Fiji in their opening game.
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Consumer apprehension grows as US retailers adopt AI-assisted pricing tools
U.S. consumers are uneasy about the increasingly high-tech ways that restaurant chains and major retailers are setting prices
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UK cinema chain issues update to customers with change coming by the end of 2026
A UK cinema chain is increasing prices for some customers from December 1.
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Durham hotel near A1(M) where guests can't get enough of the breakfasts
The Old Mill near Durham is earning praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts, comfortable rooms and convenient location just off the A1(M).
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Canada military base fire: Everything we know as several killed or injured
One doctor describes the incident as a ‘one in every 15 to 25-year disaster’
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Stampede at a popular Hindu festival in eastern India kills 19
A stampede during a major Hindu festival in eastern India’s West Bengal state has killed at least 19 people
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Serial fraudster who was jailed last year ordered to pay back almost £100,000
The agreed benefit figure attributed from his criminal conduct was £163,758.30.
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How a Bradford man with just £300 ended up designing a jacket for the King
He has made garments for Boris Johnson, Amir Khan, Daniel Dubois, and even King Charles III himself.
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There's a crackdown on sports piracy - but is it already out of control?
The sports industry's lucrative business model is being undermined by dodgy TV sticks and illegal streaming links, writes Theo Leggett.