The Northern Echo
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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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'Thank you, Harls' - hero police dog retires after nearly eight years of service
The popular police dog helped track missing people, support firearms operations and engage with communities across Teesside.
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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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One person taken to hospital after crash on Durham road saw large 999 presence
One person has been taken to hospital after a crash in Framwellgate Moor saw a large 999 response in the area.
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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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County Durham man ordered to pay hundreds after stealing handbags, meat and alcohol
Stuart Brown of West Auckland has four shop thefts in Bishop Auckland and was ordered to pay £702.84 compensation.
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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 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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The Darlington farm where pumpkin picking, pizza and fire pits bring autumn to life
From pumpkin picking to pizza and fire pits, discover what makes this Darlington farm an autumn day out.
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28 pictures as Houghton Feast gets underway as crowds fill the town
Crowds have gathered in Houghton-le-Spring as the annual feast gets underway with colour, music and family entertainment.
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Fire crews called to site of major fire in North Yorkshire Moors
A fire has been reported at the same site where a serious blaze took a hold last year.
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Air ambulance called out to serious crash in rural North Yorkshire - road closed
The air ambulance was called to a serious crash in North Yorkshire in the early hours of this morning.
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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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Controversial proposal to demolish two North East bridges in doubt as plans withdrawn
A controversial application to demolish two historic bridges near Stockton has been withdrawn following objections from campaigners.
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Person airlifted to hospital by coastguard after major emergency response near river
A person has been airlifted to hospital after an emergency near Wessington Way in Sunderland at around 2.38am on Saturday, October 3.
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Cracked North East high street planters to be removed at no cost to taxpayers
Local taxpayers will not pick up the tab from ill-fated efforts to spruce up Redcar High Street, according to a council leader.
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The £525,000 Grade II listed home that's hiding more than first meets the eye
Discover Moor View, a Grade II listed four-bedroom property in Dalton, with period features, gardens, two garages and 1.63 acres available separately.
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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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The Stitcher is up there with the best of Dean Midas's homegrown horrors
Andrew White was at the world premiere of Dean Midas’s new horror short The Stitcher this week. Here is his verdict on the County Durham filmmaker’s latest creation.
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County Durham motorist banned for two years for cocaine-related driving offence
County Durham motorist Alan Howard banned for two years after admitting drug driving with a cocaine by-product in his blood in Shildon. Fined £200.
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Council condemns strange celebrity graffiti as North East culprit keeps returning
Newcastle City Council has condemned the strange messages and says the culprit keeps returning after clean-ups.
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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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Could the humble wallflower help cut diesel costs and boost the British economy?
It is becoming increasingly clear that the price of diesel in the UK is damaging the economy.
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Police issue dispersal order after youths gather for fight and aim fireworks at homes
A dispersal order has been brought in around a Hartlepool park after reports of young people gathering for a pre-planned fight and fireworks being launched.
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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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Warning taxpayers could be left subsidising ‘empty buses’ under £3.5m plans
North Yorkshire Council leaders have warned against taxpayers being left to subsidise “empty buses” after further work towards potentially franchising bus services across the county was approved.
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From roaring fires to hearty food: County Durham pubs to visit this autumn
Looking for the perfect autumn pub? From Durham city locals to countryside retreats, these North East venues offer roaring fires, cosy corners and the ideal spot to warm up as temperatures fall.
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Pictures as crowds enjoy Bishop Auckland Harvest Festival at Auckland Palace
Bishop Auckland Harvest Festival returned to Auckland Palace on September 26 and 27, featuring produce shows, family activities, Growlympics and live music.
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‘Scandalous’ end-of-life care situation prompts North Yorkshire councillors to act
York and North Yorkshire councillors will write to NHS chiefs over “scandalous” end-of-life care governance, as hospices face funding pressures and bed losses.
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Amanda Owen reflects on children growing up and 'wrinkles' since Our Yorkshire Farm
Amanda Owen, from Our Yorkshire Farm, has told of her pride at watching her children grow up on screen as she reflects on her family's TV journey.
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'Beautiful' Northumberland beach named the most dog-friendly in the UK
A Northumberland beach has been named the UK’s most dog-friendly.
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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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Halloween magic added to Room on the Broom trail at County Durham forest
Families can enjoy Halloween magic at a County Durham forest this October, as a seasonal activity is added to a popular children’s trail.
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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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Pierre full cast list for new Channel 4 crime thriller starring David Harewood
Homeland’s David Harewood OBE will air in October - see the start date, how to watch it and the full cast list.
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As England took on the Spanish at Wembley, we took on the tapas in Bishop Auckland
WITHIN just two minutes of kick-off on Saturday, England’s footballers at Wembley conceded a goal to the Spanish and were in danger of getting stuffed.
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WATCH - Driver fined and handed points after pulling across path of two HGVs on A1(M)
A driver who pulled across the path of two HGVs travelling at more than 90mph on the A1(M) has been handed penalty points and a fine in court.
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Who was evicted from Big Brother last night? Third contestant voted off ITV show
The third housemate evicted from the Big Brother House was revealed in last night's episode (October 2).
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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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'Not simply a medieval building' - Priest hits out at Durham Cathedral 90s disco plan
A priest has hit out at plans to turn Durham Cathedral into a 90s nightclub, saying there are “many places for dancing”.