The Northern Echo
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County Durham villagers slam decision on speed limit rise made 'behind their backs'
People in a County Durham village were left angered after plans to increase a road's speed limit was signed off 'behind their back'.
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North Yorkshire mum makes pageant history as first disabled Ms Earth UK winner
North Yorkshire mother Amber Killey has made pageant history as the first disabled woman crowned Ms Earth United Kingdom.
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Veterans find purpose and belonging through Darlington programme
Army Benevolent Fund funding helps Darlington veterans rebuild their lives through Clervaux Trust’s Veterans’ Activity Days at The Fold in North…
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Newcastle slips in investor rankings as North East confidence falls - report
Foreign investor confidence falls in the North East as Newcastle drops to 27th in UK rankings and Sunderland remains 43rd, with just 23 projects…
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County Durham garden centre praised by hundreds of reviewers for quality and service
Windlestone Nursery has built up a loyal following among gardeners, earning an impressive 4.5-star rating from more than 300 Google reviews.
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Darlington singer who swapped gigs for beauty therapy shortlisted for award
A professional singer who swapped a life of late-night gigs for massages and mindfulness has been named a finalist in The Northern Echo's Best…
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The rare Royal Mint 2p coin worth £1,000 that is 'rising in value'
The coins date back to 1983 and are rising in value due to a rare mistake in the wording on the coins.
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Greggs to close four factories with 740 jobs at risk in major shake-up
Greggs plans to close four manufacturing sites with around 740 jobs expected to be lost as part of a £60m overhaul of its food production…
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Two Darlington pubs face licence review over ‘significant failings’ before 'murder'
The Greyhound and Black Swan in Darlington are to face an urgent licensing meeting after police investigation into the murder of Leanne Park.
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Swimmers light up North Yorkshire lake at sunset for children's cancer charity
Swimmers lit up the water at Ellerton Lake in a special sunset swim to raise money for children’s cancer.
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'Monster' Darlington rapist who led girl to isolated spot branded 'risk to children'
A man who raped one girl and sexually abused another years ago has been jailed for 17 years.
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North East’s first Crocs outlet welcoming shoppers in days - opening date and deals
The North East’s first dedicated Crocs outlet will open at Dalton Park on Thursday, October 9, with 20 per cent off all weekend.
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Proud Teesside nursery earns national praise for outstanding workplace culture
A Teesside nursery group has earned national recognition after being shortlisted for the Investors in People Employer of the Year Award.
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Darlington hospital marks 25th anniversary with £25,000 donation to hospice
Darlington-based Woodlands Hospital has presented the cheque to St Teresa’s Hospice, which is celebrating an anniversary of its own in 2026,…
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Bid to prosecute King Charles III reaches international court
A bid to prosecute King Charles III reached an international court before being thrown out
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EastEnders and Emmerdale soap star who went from North East city to remarkable career
Sunderland-born Debbie Arnold built a remarkable TV career spanning EastEnders, Corrie, Emmerdale and more.
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LIVE - Three teenagers dead after Audi enters River Wear with fourth boy arrested - updates
Three teenagers have died after a car plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland sparking a major rescue operation. The bodies of the three…
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Scouting For Girls spotted in County Durham for one of region's quirkiest events
Scouting For Girls left County Durham with plenty to talk about after performing at one of the North East's most unusual events.
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Everything we know so far about huge 999 response after car 'enters River Wear'
A major emergency response is underway in Sunderland after a car entered the River Wear near Wearmouth Bridge.
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‘Law and order has broken down’ say councillors ss they condemn early prison release
Law and order has “broken down” in part of Stockton, a meeting heard as the government’s early release scheme was condemned by Stockton…
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Fundraiser for County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' hits £10,000
A fundraiser to bring a Seaham man killed in a Florida hit-and-run home to his family has raised more than £10,000.
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£25million North East flood scheme approved to protect industry and infrastructure
Work on a major £25m flood defence project near Hartlepool is expected to begin in early 2027.
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Coffee company moves to new North East roastery with production set to double
Rounton Coffee has taken on a 6,000sq ft unit at Teesside Industrial Estate in Thornaby, three times the size of its former HQ, The Granary, near…
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Traveller family warns it could be forced to live on roadside if appeal fails
A traveller family fighting enforcement action over an unauthorised site near Richmond has warned they could be left living at the side of the road…
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Prolific shoplifter jailed and banned from every Tesco in County Durham
A prolific shoplifter has been jailed and banned from every Tesco in County Durham after admitting to stealing from several shops in the region.
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Nando’s ‘hottest-ever’ Halloween menu launches in 9 North East restaurants
Nando's has launched a limited-edition Halloween menu at its North East restaurants, featuring Phantom Wings, HalloOoOoOomi Sticks and…
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'Otherwise good man' jailed after £162k cocaine stash found at his North East home
A man is paying a heavy price for allowing a high-value cocaine stash to be stored at his home.
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County Durham horror home linked to drugs and violence closed down
A County Durham house at the centre of months of anti-social behaviour, drug-taking and violence has been closed by police after repeated warnings…
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Meet the Darlington teenager who swam for nine hours and into the record books
AT NINE o'clock on the morning of Saturday, October 1, 1910, 18-year-old Florence Trusler slipped into the water at Darlington's Kendrew…
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IOPC issues update on A66 crash that killed two officers as pursuit timeline set out
IOPC investigation finds no police contact or stinger was involved in the A66 South Bank crash on August 22, which killed seven people, including…
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Luxury train offering champagne and fine dining trip from Darlington to Edinburgh
Northern Belle luxury train to Edinburgh from Darlington and Newcastle on November 7 offers champagne, fine dining, Christmas shopping and railway…
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County Durham man ordered to pay £200 after admitting damage to police vehicle
Jaydyn Raison admits damaging a Durham Constabulary vehicle and is ordered to pay £200 at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.
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Durham Bus Station incident ends as ‘suspicious bag’ found to be musical instrument
A 'suspicious bag' that put Durham Bus Station on lockdown turned out to be a musical instrument, Durham Police have confirmed.
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Hartlepool's Seaton Carew football club gets green light for makeover at Hornby Park
Seaton Carew FC has won planning permission for new cabins, floodlights and landscaping at Hornby Park in Hartlepool.
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Thief pushed woman out of the way to steal her 55inch tv
Jack McConnell admitted stealing a £400 55-inch TV from a Middlesbrough home and assaulting a woman. He was given him 12-month conditional…
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LIVE - County Durham road reopens after 'hit and run'
Sherburn Terrace is currently closed between Salisbury Street and Gladstone Street in Consett, County Durham, following a crash, with police at the…
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Burnham's passionate debut and enticing view of the future – but what about today?
ANDY BURNHAM made a powerful, passionate and emotional debut speech as Labour leader at the party conference.
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NAMED - Two men charged after £1m cannabis grow uncovered in Northallerton
Two men have appeared in court charged with offences linked to the discovery of a £1m cannabis grow in Northallerton.
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Three teens killed after car plunges into River Wear as 17-year-old arrested
Three teenagers have died after a car plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland.
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‘Redundant’ North East college building to be torn down by end of the year
A ‘redundant’ building at Hartlepool Sixth Form College is set to be demolished with no redevelopment yet planned.
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Hartlepool announces date for 'eagerly anticipated' Seaton Carew firework spectacular
Hartlepool Fireworks Spectacular returns to Seaton Carew with live music, food stalls, fairground rides and fireworks.
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Andy Burnham announces VAT cut on energy bills 'from this Thursday' in keynote speech
Andy Burnham has announced that VAT will be removed from domestic energy bills from 'this Thursday', October 2026.
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Trains to and from Darlington cancelled and delayed amid safety inspection
Rail passengers are facing cancellations between Darlington and Middlesbrough after a safety inspection of the track blocked some lines on Tuesday…
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Sunderland’s new Culture House opens its doors with spectacular VR show
Sunderland pupils experience HOME, an immersive dance show celebrating the opening of the city’s new Culture House.
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Two rushed to hospital after three-car crash blocks road near Yarm in both directions
Two people were taken to hospital after a three-vehicle crash on Leven Bank Road, near Yarm, on September 28, just hours after another collision on…
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Record number of entries as North East tourism awards finalists announced
North East England Tourism Awards 2027 finalists revealed after record entries, with attractions, hotels and restaurants competing for regional…
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Provisional trial date set for man charged with the murder of 'kind-hearted' mum
Andrew Bell, 44, appears in court charged with murdering Darlington mum Leanne Park, 44. He is remanded in custody ahead of a March 8, 2027 trial.
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Major makeover at Aldi store welcoming new bakery and beauty area in Teesside
Aldi's Billingham store will temporarily close for refurbishment on October 17, with a new layout, upgraded bakery and health and beauty…
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North Yorkshire museum talk to reveal 'overlooked role' of Indian troops at Gallipoli
Green Howards Museum talk on October 16 explores the overlooked role of Indian soldiers, including the 14th Sikhs, in the 1915 Gallipoli campaign in…
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Could 'questionable leadership' cost Reform control of Durham County Council?
It seems that Nigel Farage's choice of leaders for Durham County Council has backfired as predicted by quite a lot of people.