The Northern Echo
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Two men in court over robberies including attack leaving woman with dislocated jaw
Two men accused of separate robberies are due in court today, including one allegedly involving an attack that left a woman with fractured ribs and a dislocated jaw.
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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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Huts destroyed after 'bonfire embers carried by high winds ignite grass'
Redcar huts have been destroyed in a fire.
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Full list of Houghton Feast road closures as major festival gets underway
Drivers face a series of closures and restrictions as the 10-day Houghton Feast gets underway from Friday, October 2.
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Dangerous driver jailed after speeding BMW crashed into North East bus at night
Vandam Damzi was jailed after CCTV showed him speeding through Middlesbrough before the late-night collision.
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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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Bin lorry catches fire in County Durham as warning issued over vapes and batteries
A bin lorry caught fire in Shildon after discarded vapes and batteries ignited in the back of the vehicle.
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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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Applications open for Ferryhill Christmas Fayre market stalls
Ferryhill is gearing up for the festive season as preparations get under way for the town's annual Christmas Fayre and Christmas lights switch-on.
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Newcastle city centre cordoned off as university evacuated over 'suspicious item'
Newcastle University buildings have been evacuated and city centre streets cordoned off after police received a report of a suspicious item.
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Man arrested after exposure report as police investigate links to similar incidents
Man in his 30s arrested over reported exposure in Catterick Garrison on October 1, as North Yorkshire Police investigate possible linked incidents.
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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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Two taken to hospital after multi-vehicle crash near County Durham petrol station
Two people have been taken to hospital after a crash near Wheatley Hill, in east Durham.
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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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Police hunt man after woman allegedly sexually assaulted on North East Metro train
The woman in her 20s was left shaken after a man allegedly kissed and touched her without consent on the Metro.
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Archaeology discoveries beneath Auckland Palace to feature in talk
Archaeologists will reveal Auckland Palace discoveries, including a medieval chapel and ornate ivory knife, at a Newcastle talk.
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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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Taxi driver has money stolen by passenger in North East
Cleveland Police are appealing for information about the incident, which happened at around 4.35am this morning (October 2) while the taxi was travelling down Leven Road in Norton.
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County Durham man sentenced for assaulting police officer and damaging cell light
County Durham man Luke Harvey gets 12-month conditional discharge after assaulting a Durham Constabulary officer and damaging a custody-cell light in court.
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Dramatic pictures as van completely engulfed in flames after Bishop Auckland 'arson'
Van completely destroyed after flames engulfed it during a fire in Bishop Auckland.
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Devastated family pay tribute to 'beautiful' teenager killed in River Wear crash
The devasted family of a ‘beautiful’ teenager who was tragically killed after an Audi plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland have paid tribute to her.
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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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Two arrested after 40 fuel containers discovered in van on A1(M) in North Yorkshire
Two men were arrested after police stopped a van on the A1(M) and uncovered dozens of fuel containers and equipment suspected of being used in fuel thefts.
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Darlington residents invited to help plant thousands of spring bulbs
Darlington residents can help plant 8,500 spring bulbs in Stanhope, North Lodge and North parks during October half-term, boosting biodiversity and wildlife.
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Dad of teen killed in horror A66 smash attacked celebrant at son's funeral
The dad of a teenager killed in the horror A66 smash attacked the celebrant at his son’s funeral.
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Mayor says ‘dictator’ comparison by North Yorkshire councillor was ‘offensive’
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has hit back after a senior North Yorkshire councillor compared the growing powers of elected mayors to those of a “dictator”.
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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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DWP targets people with autism, ADHD and dyslexia in new push to get more into work
The Government is stepping up support to help people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions move into and stay in work.
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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.
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'Crippling’ £2-a-litre diesel adds £350,000 to North East firm's fuel bill in a year
Peter Scott, a director of family-run Teesside firm Scott Bros, has called diesel hitting £2 a litre for the first time “crippling”, estimating that its increase has added £350,000 to the firm's fuel bill.
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Oyster Festival raises £60,000 for North East charity Angel Trust
Hardwick Hall Hotel’s Oyster Festival near Sedgefield raises £60,000 for North East charity Angel Trust, helping fund vital support and crisis counselling.
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Government faces call to cut DWP State Pension age to 65 for everyone
The Government will respond to calls for State Pension age to be cut to 65, which supporters say could help older workers and free up jobs for younger people.
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'Determined' Teesside man on Snowdon challenge after best friend stabbed to death
David Harmer will climb Snowdon in February for anti-knife crime charity, the Chris Cave Foundation, after his best friend Taylor was murdered in 2020.
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Man with knife broke into ex's home after refusing to accept relationship was over
An immature man bombarded his former partner with messages before turning up uninvited at her home with a knife.
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Durham students urged during Fresher's Week to follow fire safety advice
Durham University students warned about fire safety before Freshers’ Week on September 28, after 21 incidents at County Durham halls, with key safety advice.
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Disorganised households estimate they pay an extra £801 per year on bills
Energy prices go up this week – and households who are disorganised with their bills reckon it costs them £801 a year, according to research.
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Darlington man admits sexually assaulting woman who was walking her dog
James Thompson admitted sexual assault, harassment and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order after incidents in Darlington. He was remanded until October 21.
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Couple return to village church 60 years after Echo photographed their wedding
John and Jacky McLean married in Great Ayton on October 1, 1966, surrounded by family and friends, then held their reception at the Royal Oak.
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Brits are feeling more confident with their money than they were two years ago
Brits are feeling more confident with their money than they were two years ago, despite ongoing economic pressures.
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What makes this Durham fish and chip shop one of the city's best-loved spots
Bell's Fish & Chips has become a Durham institution, earning rave reviews from locals and visitors alike for its traditional fish suppers.
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Ferryhill couple celebrate 65 'extraordinary' years of marriage with mayoral visit
A County Durham couple have celebrated an extraordinary 65 years of marriage, marking their Blue Sapphire wedding anniversary with a special visit from the town's mayor.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East.
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Call for new fines for anyone caught playing loud music on buses and trains
Brits call for UK fines for loud music and poor bus etiquette after Singapore introduces penalties for noisy audio, eating, littering and feet on seats.
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North Yorkshire care home dog show raises funds for therapy charity
Leeming Bar Grange Care Home’s annual dog show raises £151 for Jack and Pals Therapy Dogs, bringing residents, families and pets together in North Yorkshire.
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Full list: Destinations you can fly to from Newcastle Airport and how to get there
Newcastle Airport guide: find transport links, parking and drop-off charges, airlines, destinations, shops and dining, and more.
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Police officer performed disgusting sex act in County Durham car park
Durham Police student officer Ryan Adams jailed for 15 months after performing a sex act in a Chester-le-Street car park and misusing force data system.
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New rapid charger brings North East electric ambulances closer
North East Ambulance Service installs a dual rapid EV charger at University Hospital of North Tees, supporting electric ambulances and NHS net-zero plans.