Durham news

Trial of five men charged with the murder of Daniel Ambler has started at Teesside Crown Court

Durham Constabulary

Jury hears County Durham man was deliberately targeted with ‘murderous intent'

Waldridge Road crossroads, Edmondsley, near Chester-le-Street

Waldridge Road crossroads, Edmondsley, near Chester-le-Street

One person in hospital after crash that blocked off County Durham crossroads

LIVE - Crash at County Durham crossroads closes road - updates

LIVE - Crash at County Durham crossroads closes road - updates

LIVE - One person in hospital after crash at County Durham crossroads

Five men are accused of murdering Daniel Ambler

Five men are accused of murdering Daniel Ambler

Durham Constabulary

Live day 3 - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder

She stole from the Co-op in Wingate

She stole from the Co-op in Wingate

Peterlee Magistrates Court

County Durham woman repeatedly stole from Co-op to fund drug addiction

A hearse was driven onto the pitch at half-time of a pre-season friendly football match between Dunston UTS and Gateshead, at Dunston's Wellington Road ground in July 2023

A hearse was driven onto the pitch at half-time of a pre-season friendly football match between Dunston UTS and Gateshead, at Dunston's Wellington Road ground in July 2023

Newcastle Crown Court (crimes)

County Durham duo appear at court over hearse on football pitch and other incidents

Durham-born music producer Trevor Horn returns to Gala Durham with spoken-word show Adventures in Modern Recording, sharing his career stories

Durham-born music producer Trevor Horn returns to Gala Durham with spoken-word show Adventures in Modern Recording, sharing his career stories

Music producer Trevor Horn to bring spoken-word tour to Durham homecoming

The pitheap looming above the Plantation rows in Trimdon Grange in 1969

The pitheap looming above the Plantation rows in Trimdon Grange in 1969

‘It couldn’t happen here’ - Aberfan tragedy prompted County Durham pitheap fears

Chef Nur Hussain of Spice Lounge Durham with his National Curry Awards 2026 Chef of the Year trophy and certificate in London.

Chef Nur Hussain of Spice Lounge Durham with his National Curry Awards 2026 Chef of the Year trophy and certificate in London.

Durham Indian with award-winning chef who brings 'magic' to creating delicious food

A mural on the side of Durham County Hall in Durham which depicts the history of the city. The County Hall along with the mural is due to be demolished.

A mural on the side of Durham County Hall in Durham which depicts the history of the city. The County Hall along with the mural is due to be demolished.

Durham County Council

Campaigners race to save Durham County Hall mural as demolition deadline nears

Durham entrepreneur Kayleigh Oborka-Letman has launched NDA Pilates studio after securing a £17,500 British Business Bank Start Up Loan

Durham entrepreneur Kayleigh Oborka-Letman has launched NDA Pilates studio after securing a £17,500 British Business Bank Start Up Loan

Durham entrepreneur opens community-focused Pilates studio with start up loan

County Durham and Darlington residents urged to report illegal 'laughing gas' sales

Busy Danish homeware shop Søstrene Grene confirms Durham opening date

NHS staff told 'I'm going to burn your house down' and are spat at as abuse worsens

From left, casualty reduction coordinator for Durham Constabulary, Pete Tate, PCC Joy Allen and Insp Simon Hogg

From left, casualty reduction coordinator for Durham Constabulary, Pete Tate, PCC Joy Allen and Insp Simon Hogg

'No warnings and no second chances' as police get new powers to seize off-road bikes

Allan's Road Safety Magic Show

Allan's Road Safety Magic Show

Magic show helps County Durham children learn road safety lessons

Trial of five men charged with the murder of Daniel Ambler has started at Teesside Crown Court

Trial of five men charged with the murder of Daniel Ambler has started at Teesside Crown Court

Durham Constabulary

Family feud ended with man crushed to death at petrol station, murder trial told

Five men are accused of murdering Daniel Ambler

Five men are accused of murdering Daniel Ambler

Durham Constabulary

Live - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder

Breast Cancer scandal victim Alison Deighton from Durham

Breast Cancer scandal victim Alison Deighton from Durham

County Durham woman told breast cancer tests were negative before rare diagnosis

Liam Duckling was involved in group break-in at house in Ferryhill, in April last year, targeting motorbike outside

Liam Duckling was involved in group break-in at house in Ferryhill, in April last year, targeting motorbike outside

Teen burglar and his 'little gang' targeted Ferryhill home in bid to steal motorbike

Durham Indoor Market

The Durham Market Hall trader that's supplied fresh fruit and veg for over 30 years

Inside the stunning County Durham country mansion with tennis court and private gym

Ebba with her colleague Shailesh Surve.

Ebba with her colleague Shailesh Surve.

County Durham nurse opens new clinic to help vulnerable people stay independent

McDonald's Thinford is set to close temporarily later this month while refurbishment work is carried out.

McDonald's Thinford is set to close temporarily later this month while refurbishment work is carried out.

McDonald's near A197 County Durham closes this week for major makeover

Families visiting East Grange Farm can travel through the pumpkin patch in wheelbarrows while choosing from 37 different pumpkin varieties.

Families visiting East Grange Farm can travel through the pumpkin patch in wheelbarrows while choosing from 37 different pumpkin varieties.

Pumpkin Patches

County Durham pumpkin patch offers 37 varieties including Warty Goblin and Polar Bear

The Tiktoker praised the trail's scenery and cafe.

The Tiktoker praised the trail's scenery and cafe.

County Durham mum and tiktoker praises local trail's safety for solo female walkers

The crash happened near Shincliffe, Durham, in August.

The crash happened near Shincliffe, Durham, in August.

Durham Constabulary

Probe continues months after biker seriously injured in County Durham crash

Cllr Darren Grimes has been criticised after appearing to offer media training for controversial Reform UK candidates.

Cllr Darren Grimes has been criticised after appearing to offer media training for controversial Reform UK candidates.

County Durham Reform deputy leader 'won't be lectured to' after ITV investigation

Sedgefield Community College stock image

Sedgefield Community College stock image

Deadline approaching for County Durham secondary school applications

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to urge Ministers to follow in the footsteps of Northern Ireland and introduce graduated driver licensing to England

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to urge Ministers to follow in the footsteps of Northern Ireland and introduce graduated driver licensing to England

Durham PCC Joy Allen urges ministers to follow Northern Ireland driving reforms

County Durham PCC Joy Allen welcomes £195,000 for victims affected by prisoners’ early release, but warns chronic underfunding means more support is needed.

County Durham PCC Joy Allen welcomes £195,000 for victims affected by prisoners’ early release, but warns chronic underfunding means more support is needed.

County Durham victims' champion welcomes £195,000 funding but warns more is needed

Durham Cathedral will host the NSPCC Carol Service, with free festive singing and fundraising afternoon tea supporting children across the UK

Durham Cathedral will host the NSPCC Carol Service, with free festive singing and fundraising afternoon tea supporting children across the UK

Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral to host NSPCC Christmas carol service return

Edge Court footpath in Gilesgate, County Durham, will close for electric cable works, with a signed pedestrian diversion.

Edge Court footpath in Gilesgate, County Durham, will close for electric cable works, with a signed pedestrian diversion.

Local government

Durham footpath to close for cable works - public notice

Piercebridge's Roman Fort

Piercebridge's Roman Fort

The County Durham village where a Roman bridge no longer crosses the River Tees

Verdicts have been delivered at Teesside Crown Court in the trial of four people alleged to have been involved in a group attack at the home of one of the defendants', in Ushaw Moor, County Durham, in April

Verdicts have been delivered at Teesside Crown Court in the trial of four people alleged to have been involved in a group attack at the home of one of the defendants', in Ushaw Moor, County Durham, in April

Teesside Crown Court

Woman guilty of involvement in group attack but two men cleared of also raping victim

L-R Chief Inspector Sarah Hindmarsh, Assistant Chief Constable Richie Allen & Inspector Simon Hogg.

L-R Chief Inspector Sarah Hindmarsh, Assistant Chief Constable Richie Allen & Inspector Simon Hogg.

Durham Constabulary

Off-road bikes across Durham and Darlington face the crusher in police crackdown

County Durham NHS bosses faced a grilling at a council scrutiny meeting. (R-L): Gill Hunt, chief nurse; Steve Russell, chief executive; Kelly Angus, deputy chief executive.

County Durham NHS bosses faced a grilling at a council scrutiny meeting. (R-L): Gill Hunt, chief nurse; Steve Russell, chief executive; Kelly Angus, deputy chief executive.

Scandal-hit NHS trust's reputation 'in tatters' bosses told as calls for inquiry grow

Stephen Jones, Durham County Council’s highway network manager (left) with Cllr Tim McGuinness, Cabinet member for rural, farming and transport.

Stephen Jones, Durham County Council’s highway network manager (left) with Cllr Tim McGuinness, Cabinet member for rural, farming and transport.

Companies face up to £2,500-a-day charge for roadworks on County Durham roads

Durham County Council

County Durham NHS boss identifies 'Mr Irfan' after breast cancer surgery mystery

Bishop Middleham

Bishop Middleham

The County Durham village where a powerful medieval bishop's castle once stood

The ex-M&S building on Silver Street

The ex-M&S building on Silver Street

Planning and development

Fresh plans for former Durham M&S building after STACK development fall through

Offenders jailed recently for road incidents in County Durham, top l - r, Jordan Fluen and Josh Hyde, and bottom l - r, Brandon Turnbull and Shaun Kelsey

Offenders jailed recently for road incidents in County Durham, top l - r, Jordan Fluen and Josh Hyde, and bottom l - r, Brandon Turnbull and Shaun Kelsey

Durham Crown Court

Dangerous drivers and car takers in County Durham among offenders jailed recently

Durham Crown Court heard defendant talked sexually to someone he thought was a 14-year-old girl, but who was in reality a police undercover officer

Durham Crown Court heard defendant talked sexually to someone he thought was a 14-year-old girl, but who was in reality a police undercover officer

County Durham Kik pervert suggested '14-year-old' girl meet him in his BMW

The Pump House Tea Room is based at Pump House Cottage in Houghall

The Pump House Tea Room is based at Pump House Cottage in Houghall

'Hidden gem' Durham countryside tea room praised for huge scones and homemade cakes

Ushaw Historic House contains 14 chapels and a variety of historical relics.

Ushaw Historic House contains 14 chapels and a variety of historical relics.

Durham University

Historic County Durham estate dubbed one of the North's 'best hidden gems'

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

Durham hotel near A1(M) where guests can't get enough of the breakfasts

Sir Bobby Robson's son, Mark Robson.

Sir Bobby Robson's son, Mark Robson.

Sir Bobby Robson's son shares football history with County Durham pupils

Shay Johnson, 22

Shay Johnson, 22

Police searching for wanted County Durham man linked to criminal damage and burglary

Look inside the luxury County Durham hall with a remarkable 200-year history

Designed to be comfortable enough for everyday family life yet elegant enough for entertaining, Morton Grange Manor is the epitome of style.

Designed to be comfortable enough for everyday family life yet elegant enough for entertaining, Morton Grange Manor is the epitome of style.

Could this £1m North East manor be the ultimate family retreat?

Prolific shoplifter and public nuisance Daniel Slack has had chance to 'dry out' and get clean of drugs since being remanded in custody on August 2

Prolific shoplifter and public nuisance Daniel Slack has had chance to 'dry out' and get clean of drugs since being remanded in custody on August 2

Durham Crown Court

Homeless man blighted Bishop Auckland shops as he turned to shoplifting to survive

The violent abusers were all locked up after appearing at Teesside or Durham Crown Courts in recent weeks.

The violent abusers were all locked up after appearing at Teesside or Durham Crown Courts in recent weeks.

Six exes from hell locked up for abusing the women they were meant to love

Meadowfield Leisure Centre has introduced anti-climb paint, CCTV monitoring and increased patrols following a spate of vandalism and anti-social behaviour.

Meadowfield Leisure Centre has introduced anti-climb paint, CCTV monitoring and increased patrols following a spate of vandalism and anti-social behaviour.

Anti-social behaviour

Fires, smashed glass and vandalism spark safety fears at County Durham leisure centre

The fly-tipping in Craghead, County Durham

The fly-tipping in Craghead, County Durham

McDonald's bags and food junk dumped in County Durham woodland