Consett news

RECAP- County Durham road to be closed 'for some time' after two-car crash

RECAP - County Durham road re-opens after two-car crash

County Durham man Dean Softley banned from driving for 16 months after admitting drink-driving in Stanley, with 54 microgrammes of alcohol in breath and fined £120.

County Durham man Dean Softley banned from driving for 16 months after admitting drink-driving in Stanley, with 54 microgrammes of alcohol in breath and fined £120.

Consett man handed 16-month ban for drink-driving in Stanley

Rachael Walls (left), Emily Thompson, Learning and Development Officer at Gateshead Council (centre) and Gemma Chappell (right)

Rachael Walls (left), Emily Thompson, Learning and Development Officer at Gateshead Council (centre) and Gemma Chappell (right)

Maya's Law campaign takes step forward as family delivers safeguarding training

Man who stabbed housemate six times detained in hospital

Man who stabbed housemate six times detained in hospital

Teesside Crown Court

Man who stabbed County Durham housemate six times detained under Mental Health Act

Knitsley Farm Shop

Knitsley Farm Shop

Much-loved County Durham farm shop celebrates 18 years after overcoming tough times

Danger driver Kaine Kenning given a deferred four-month sentence at Durham Crown Court with the challenge to quit his use of cannabis

Danger driver Kaine Kenning given a deferred four-month sentence at Durham Crown Court with the challenge to quit his use of cannabis

Banned County Durham driver led police on chase in stolen van bearing false plates

The Fountain in Consett officially reopened on Friday.

The Fountain in Consett officially reopened on Friday.

Planning and development

Plans for three flats and extension at County Durham pub are withdrawn

Features like a double-height window in the entrance hall and a stylish family bathroom make sure this Shotley Bridge home stands out from the crowd.

Features like a double-height window in the entrance hall and a stylish family bathroom make sure this Shotley Bridge home stands out from the crowd.

Inside £600k Shotley Bridge home with a striking feature you notice on arrival

A Consett strongman has called for answers after claiming a rival who beat him to a world title should never have been allowed to compete in the novice category.

A Consett strongman has called for answers after claiming a rival who beat him to a world title should never have been allowed to compete in the novice category.

County Durham strongman calls for answers after world title near-miss rules row

Mrs S Kayan has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol from 7am to 11pm daily at 46 Old Hall Road, Consett

Mrs S Kayan has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol from 7am to 11pm daily at 46 Old Hall Road, Consett

Local government

Consett alcohol licence bid would allow daily sales until 11pm - public notice

The burst water pipe on West Drive in Lanchester.

The burst water pipe on West Drive in Lanchester.

Dramatic footage shows moment burst pipe sends water towering over County Durham road

Durham Police's call handlers have been praised for their often unseen efforts in keeping the force moving around the clock

Durham Police's call handlers have been praised for their often unseen efforts in keeping the force moving around the clock

Durham Constabulary

Inside Durham Police control room where staff have handled 217,000 calls this year

From left, Claire Hinde, Richard Boulger and Peter Taylor.

From left, Claire Hinde, Richard Boulger and Peter Taylor.

County Durham e-bike firm expands into greener business transport

Popular County Durham restaurant and wine bar to close after just 19 months

Blackhill Fish & Chips has built a loyal following in Consett, with customers praising its golden battered fish, generous portions and traditional chip shop favourites.

Blackhill Fish & Chips has built a loyal following in Consett, with customers praising its golden battered fish, generous portions and traditional chip shop favourites.

Why family-run Consett chippy remains favourite with fish and chip fans 18 years on

TikTok creator Becca praised The View at Consett Golf Club's afternoon tea, describing it as

TikTok creator Becca praised The View at Consett Golf Club's afternoon tea, describing it as

County Durham afternoon tea with stunning views hailed as one of the best around

Crowds pack out Consett cocktail bar as former registry office gets new lease of life

A new hospital to replace the current one in Shotley Bridge may not be built by 2029, despite hopes.

A new hospital to replace the current one in Shotley Bridge may not be built by 2029, despite hopes.

County Durham NHS boss 'can't guarantee' hospital will be built by 2029

Consett taxi rank hits back at 'don't send foreign driver' requests from passengers

Buyers looking for a home and more besides will find that this delightful rural property in Rowley ticks all the boxes and then some.

Buyers looking for a home and more besides will find that this delightful rural property in Rowley ticks all the boxes and then some.

£650k County Durham cottage comes with annexe, acre of land and endless potential

Durham Constabulary

County Durham man who repeatedly contacted ex ‘avoided prison by a whisker’

Jamie Lindsay is fundraising for Tiny Lives.

Jamie Lindsay is fundraising for Tiny Lives.

'He's an absolute miracle' - Consett family's 2,000-mile drive to thank baby charity

Defendant Christopher Ross was back at Durham Crown Court having failed to attend two unpaid work appointments

Defendant Christopher Ross was back at Durham Crown Court having failed to attend two unpaid work appointments

Durham Crown Court

'You will be sent to prison' - judge's final warning to man in 'punishment attack'

Balaclavas could be banned in County Durham under new proposals which took a step forward on Wednesday.

Balaclavas could be banned in County Durham under new proposals which took a step forward on Wednesday.

County Durham balaclava ban takes step forward as council 'inundated' with 'trouble'

After just two years in the music industry, Birkett left her record label to pursue musical theatre.

After just two years in the music industry, Birkett left her record label to pursue musical theatre.

Darlington Pop Idol star Zoe Birkett 25 years on - from Big Brother to Take That

Ridley's hilarious material, often poking fun at himself, won him the 12th series of Britain's Got Talent

Ridley's hilarious material, often poking fun at himself, won him the 12th series of Britain's Got Talent

Britain's Got Talent

Britain's Got Talent winner's rise to fame from County Durham town to big screen

Consett-born Rowan Atkinson has been in a relationship with Louise Ford since 2014.

Consett-born Rowan Atkinson has been in a relationship with Louise Ford since 2014.

Fans resurface Celebrity Traitors star's relationship drama with Rowan Atkinson

Plans to build a home behind a community centre in County Durham have been refused.

Plans to build a home behind a community centre in County Durham have been refused.

Planning and development

Plans to build 'visually intrusive' home near County Durham community centre refused

Consett Bus Station

Consett Bus Station

Anti-social behaviour

Police step up patrols at Consett bus station as residents say they feel 'frightened'

Knitsley Farm Shop and Granary Café is based at East Knitsley Grange Farm, near Consett

Knitsley Farm Shop and Granary Café is based at East Knitsley Grange Farm, near Consett

County Durham farm café hailed as an 'absolute gem' for pies and cakes

Balaclava ban would be 'good' for County Durham says resident.

Balaclava ban would be 'good' for County Durham says resident.

'Very intimidating' balaclavas should be banned in County Durham say residents

Sneak peek inside County Durham's new all pink cocktail bar ahead of grand opening

A picture of a youth in a balaclava

A picture of a youth in a balaclava

Balaclava ban and anti-yob orders for County Durham towns to combat 'trouble'

Leadgate anti-scaffold campaigner Fred Crowell said he would organise a 'street party' when the metal monstrosity blighting the village is removed.

Leadgate anti-scaffold campaigner Fred Crowell said he would organise a 'street party' when the metal monstrosity blighting the village is removed.

Planning and development

Court date set over scaffolding which left Consett villagers in 'constant danger'

Cllr Kathryn Rooney.

Cllr Kathryn Rooney.

'Frightened' people choose to avoid County Durham bus station over disorder concerns

An AI mock-up of what Mr Mix HQ could look like from the outside.

An AI mock-up of what Mr Mix HQ could look like from the outside.

County Durham cocktail bar announces opening date with tickets selling fast

Crown Ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker to Consett and Middlesbrough, with festive music, dance and a cast of international dancers.

Crown Ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker to Consett and Middlesbrough, with festive music, dance and a cast of international dancers.

Crown Ballet to bring festive classic The Nutcracker to North East venues

A trial of issue may be required at Durham Crown Court to resolve the value of scratch cards stolen by a Consett shop worker and the amount of prize winnings she claimed

A trial of issue may be required at Durham Crown Court to resolve the value of scratch cards stolen by a Consett shop worker and the amount of prize winnings she claimed

Durham Crown Court

County Durham shop worker admits stealing scratch cards but disputes £66,420 figure

Specsavers Consett is sponsoring Consett Bedlam under-16s, providing 15 new kits and free eye tests for coaches and staff

Specsavers Consett is sponsoring Consett Bedlam under-16s, providing 15 new kits and free eye tests for coaches and staff

County Durham football team backed by optician with new kits and eye tests

Mr Bean legend from County Durham makes major comeback 40 years since last show

The ten North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week

The ten North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week

Postcode Lottery

The ten North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week

Tyler Glease could not accept the break-up of relationship and put 'ex' through terrifying harassment campaign

Tyler Glease could not accept the break-up of relationship and put 'ex' through terrifying harassment campaign

Durham Crown Court

Man with knife broke into ex's home after refusing to accept relationship was over

Before and after: Stephen Spencer lost 8st after being told he was too overweight for a life-saving liver transplant.

Before and after: Stephen Spencer lost 8st after being told he was too overweight for a life-saving liver transplant.

Consett man loses 8st after 'threat of death' before life-saving surgery

New Helpline for victims concerned about the change to prisoner release dates, introduced on October 1

New Helpline for victims concerned about the change to prisoner release dates, introduced on October 1

New national helpline launched for victims concerned about prisoner release changes

A man has been remanded in custody after denying making threats to kill.

A man has been remanded in custody after denying making threats to kill.

Durham Constabulary

County Durham man denies threats to kill as he faces three further charges

Maya Chappell's family renew heartfelt plea to PM four years after her death

The County Durham actress who went from The Bill to House of the Dragon

LIVE - County Durham road closed in both directions after crash as drivers urged to stay away

LIVE - County Durham road closed in both directions after crash as drivers urged to stay away

RECAP- County Durham road reopened after being closed in both directions following crash

Police on Sherburn Terrace, Consett

Police on Sherburn Terrace, Consett

Man fighting for his life after County Durham 'hit and run' as another arrested

LIVE - County Durham road closed and police at scene after crash - updates

LIVE - County Durham road closed and police at scene after crash - updates

LIVE - County Durham road reopens after 'hit and run'

Prolific shoplifter jailed and banned from every Tesco in County Durham

A woman whose sister was killed in a car crash on her 18th birthday says she has

A woman whose sister was killed in a car crash on her 18th birthday says she has

'How many more lives?' - Speed limit plea for County Durham road where sister died

Councillor Kathryn Rooney is worried that cuts to the Empire Theatre in Consett could be the start of a 'slow slide' towards losing the venue.

Councillor Kathryn Rooney is worried that cuts to the Empire Theatre in Consett could be the start of a 'slow slide' towards losing the venue.

Local government

Fears historic County Durham theatre 'on slow slide to close' after savings proposed

County Durham man beat dog then dumped body on wasteland 'for foxes to eat'