North East
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How hospital storytellers are bringing joy to hundreds of North East children
A storytelling project bringing books and imagination to hospital has already helped hundreds of children across the North East.
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The family-run restaurant serving handcrafted pizza on the North East coast
Discover the family-run Marske restaurant combining handcrafted pizzas, homemade food and a relaxed coastal setting just moments from the beach.
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Young detectives can solve spooky mysteries at North Yorkshire museum this half-term
Eden Camp near Malton hosts spy-themed family fun, CSI workshops, fingerprint detectives and a Halloween trail during North Yorkshire’s October half-term.
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Carpet fitter turns his dreams into a reality with first North East showroom
A carpet fitter who learned the trade alongside his father has achieved a lifelong ambition by opening his first showroom in Loftus.
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'Warrior' Darlington baby underwent eight-hour major heart surgery at one-week-old
Darlington baby, Rory, underwent eight hours of open-heart surgery at just one week old after doctors diagnosed him with a life-threatening heart condition.
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Full list of big North East firework displays this Bonfire Night and where to watch
From free seaside displays to major ticketed events, here are the biggest North East firework display dates and locations to know this autumn.
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One person taken to hospital after fire at private address in North East town
One person was taken to hospital after a fire at an address in North Shields.
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New County Durham hotel takes shape on site of three demolished pubs
New pictures show major progress on Bishop Auckland's 59-bed Northside Hotel, with windows installed and work underway on the roof.
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The family-run North East bakery serving authentic Greek coffee and pastries
From baklava and bougatsa to Greek coffee - discover the family-run bakery bringing a taste of Greece to the heart of Middlesbrough.
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Cows, collapses and Churchill - the remarkable story of a pioneering Teesdale bridge
THE wonder of Whorlton is back! Last Friday, after seven years, £12m and 1,728 new components, Britain's earliest surviving iron chained suspension bridge with pylons at each end was re-opened to traffic.
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Meet eight of the rescue dogs searching for forever homes in North East
From Cane Corsos and greyhounds to lurchers and Chow Chows - meet eight rescue dogs at Maxis Mates in Guisborough searching for loving forever homes.
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All the confirmed Mercury Prize 2026 performers as RAYE and Suede head to Newcastle
The Mercury Prize returns to Newcastle on October 22, with a host of major names confirmed to perform.
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The Celebrity Traitors star who went from North East council estate to TV stardom
Discover the Gateshead childhood and North East roots of the historian who became a Celebrity Traitors star.
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'Unacceptable behaviour' by youths in town leads to second dispersal order imposed
A second dispersal order has been imposed after ongoing antisocial behaviour, criminal damage and graffiti in the town’s parks were branded “completely unacceptable”.
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Titanic sister ship light fittings fetch record £80,700 at auction in North East
RMS Olympic Titanic sister ship lights fetch record £80,700 at Anderson & Garland auction, alongside strong results for fine art and mid-century furniture.
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North East children's home plan would allow autistic child to stay closer to family
A council and an autistic charity have joined forces as part of a children’s home proposal seeking change of use planning permission in Normanby.
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North East children's home plan would allow autistic child to stay closer to family
A council and an autistic charity have joined forces as part of a children’s home proposal seeking change of use planning permission in Normanby.
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North Yorkshire TV chef issues calls for hospitality VAT cut ahead of Budget
North Yorkshire chef Tommy Banks has urged the Government to cut VAT for hospitality businesses as Chancellor John Healey prepares his first Budget.
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North East veterans unite to record new Christmas single in bid to make it number one
‘We’re Still Here’ brings veterans and armed forces families together, with proceeds supporting three charities.
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County Durham and Darlington pelvic health service receives 2,000 referrals
County Durham and Darlington NHS pelvic health service, launched September 2025, receives 2,000 referrals, offering pregnancy, postnatal and OASI care.
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Inside the world's oldest sweet shop hailed as 'cute' and 'must do' by visitors
Step inside the world's oldest sweet shop still trading today. Visitors say the historic store feels like stepping back in time, with traditional sweets, glass jars and plenty of nostalgia on offer.
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Siesta Coffee bringing back 2016 prices for one day only to mark 10th birthday
Siesta Coffee is bringing back 2016 hot drink prices for one day only as the North East chain celebrates its 10th birthday across five stores.
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How football keeps Teesside and Wearside’s industrial past alive
North East football’s deep links to the region’s industrial past—and the role of two major clubs in preserving it—have been highlighted at an international industrial heritage conference.
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Tees Valley pilot aims to create 1,500 apprenticeships for young people
Tees Valley to pilot £9.4m apprenticeship scheme helping 16-24-year-olds into work, aiming for 1,500 starts and tackling youth unemployment in the North East.
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Behind walls of Thornton Hall - Hidden Darlington garden that's planter's paradise
Behind the walls of a historic estate near Darlington lies one of County Durham's best-kept gardening secrets.
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North East performing arts college invites young performers to open day
Arts North Studios’ open day at The Fire Station, Sunderland, on October 24 invites Year 9+ students to explore performing arts courses and facilities.
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Darlington salon helping SEN apprentices thrive shortlisted for beauty award
A Darlington salon owner who turned her business into a specialist wellbeing space for people with special educational needs is “absolutely over the moon” after being shortlisted for an award.
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The ten North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week
Ten North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.
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Boy who watched Jarrow March set off returns for anniversary 90 years later aged 96
Generations gathered in Hebburn to remember the men who marched from Jarrow to London in 1936.
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New horror filmed around Durham gets big-screen premiere at Bishop Auckland cinema
A HORROR film made on a shoestring budget using local talent and familiar County Durham locations has received the full red-carpet treatment with its own big-screen premiere.
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Long read: Labour leaves Liverpool jubilant as Burnham tasks mayors to deliver hope
The Prime Minister unveiled plans for bold changes to pensions, social care, voting reform and even Brexit.
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Football campaign urges North East fans to seek mental health help early
Poolies Matter campaign uses Hartlepool United’s October 3 match to promote early mental health support, with TEWV NHS Trust sharing help and resources.
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Four sentenced after courier fraud operation stole £250,000 from victims
Four scammers who ripped off victims, including in the North East, for a total of £250,000 have been sentenced at court
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13 North East ambulance workers honoured for more than 300 years of service
Thirteen NEAS ambulance workers honoured at a royal ceremony in Newcastle on September 30 after more than 300 years’ combined emergency care service.
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North East play café tackling parental loneliness expands support to dads
A North Yorkshire play café set up to tackle loneliness and postnatal mental-health struggles among mums is opening its doors to dads too.
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85-year wait ends as forgotten RAF squadrons finally honoured at wartime base
A ceremony was held this week to salute two RAF squadrons that were based near Darlington in World War Two. PETER BARRON was there
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Dogs descend on Raby Castle for fun-filled Bark in the Park event
Raby Castle's Bark in the Park returned on September 27, bringing dogs and owners together for fun dog shows, agility displays, training and estate walks.
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Healthcare at a County Durham prison forced to improve as watchdog steps in
Healthcare at a HMP/YOI Deerbolt prison has been forced to improve after inspectors found concerns over primary care, medicines, staffing and governance.
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County Durham man who groomed and abused young girl jailed
A Durham man has been jailed for more than three years after admitting child sexual abuse offences involving a 15-year-old girl.
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Family pay tribute to 'extraordinary' teenager killed in car and tractor crash
Family pay tribute to 19-year-old Alfie Miller, who died in an A163 crash near Barlby, Selby, on September 28 as police appeal for witnesses.
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County Durham woman banned after caught behind wheel on A690 while disqualified
County Durham woman Claire Rogan banned from driving for eight more months and fined £200 after being caught disqualified and uninsured on the A690.
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Poet brings great-grandparents’ 1848 wedding journey to life on North East ferry
Irish poet Noel Connor’s film Crossings honours his great-grandparents’ 1848 wedding journey aboard the Shields Ferry across the River Tyne on October 1.
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The 1975’s Matty Healy reveals new album is almost complete at North East fundraiser
Matty Healy gave a North East fundraiser for young performers a surprise boost by revealing The 1975’s long-awaited new album is almost complete.
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Five colourful Peter Rabbit sculptures to be auctioned for charity in North East
Five colourful Peter Rabbit baby bunny sculptures and a Great North Snowdog go to a charity auction in Newcastle on October 13, linked to Tales on the Tyne.
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Darlington Post Office closure date confirmed as replacement search continues
A date has been confirmed for the closure of Darlington's town centre Post Office, leaving customers facing a wait of several months before a replacement branch can open.
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Major Sunderland film and TV studio project gets go-ahead for first phase
The £38m-backed project aims to create jobs, attract investment and establish Sunderland as a major film and TV hub.
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Saltburn surfers hit the waves as annual competition returns to the coast
Surfers of all ages took to the water as the Saltburn Surf Competition returned on Thursday (October 1), drawing competitors and crowds to the seafront.
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Popular investment event to move away from Yorkshire
UKREiiF will move from Leeds to Liverpool in 2028, after its final Royal Armouries event from May 18 to 20, 2027, as the major UK investment forum expands.
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Thousands of runners to mark Kielder Forest's centenary at marathon weekend
More than 3,700 runners head to Northumberland for the Altra Kielder Marathon on October 3-4, celebrating Kielder Forest’s 100th anniversary with races and fundraising.
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County Durham tip opening hours change as winter timetable comes into effect
Durham County Council has reminded residents to check their local tip's opening hours after household waste recycling centres switched to winter timetables. Most sites are now operating shorter opening hours, with some centres following different schedules.