Durham Police6 days agoLarge fire breaks out a retail parkFirefighters say the fire, which forced road closures in Bishop Auckland, is under control.6 days ago16 Feb 2026Bronze bell stolen after one week at cemeteryPeterlee Council say the bronze bell has "historical significance" to the town.16 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Two men saved from river after night out drinkingTwo teenagers are plucked from the River Wear after a treacherous end to a night out drinking.13 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Police officer sacked for damaging ex's tyresPC Trevor Brookes admitted criminal damage in court last year, a misconduct panel hears.13 Feb 20267 Feb 2026PCC defies councillors to approve police tax riseJoy Allen adds £3.50 "exceptional flexibility" increase to proposed £15 police precept increase. 7 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Households to pay more tax towards policing costsNorthumbria, Durham and Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioners announce rises in the precept.5 Feb 20262 Feb 2026Woman dies in car crash with HGVPart of the A66 in County Durham is closed in both directions after the collision.2 Feb 202628 Jan 2026Police chiefs react to reform plansThere are calls for a consultation and funding review, as major policing reforms are announced.28 Jan 202627 Jan 2026Anti-crime pod damaged a week after installationThe device, installed by Durham Police in Seaham, is aimed at deterring criminal activity.27 Jan 2026...
