Willington20 Jan 2026Roadworks expected to end in SeptemberThe £2.94m scheme includes new traffic lights, a pop-up park and ride and bus shelters.20 Jan 202630 Dec 2025Tribute to man who died in pub on Christmas Eve Manslaughter charge after Steven Shevels dies after being found unconscious at the Queen's Head pub.30 Dec 202527 Dec 2025Manslaughter charge after Christmas Eve pub deathA man was found unconscious inside a County Durham pub on the afternoon of Christmas Eve and later died.27 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Farm tax change dubbed 'best Christmas present'The government says it has listened and raised the tax threshold on inherited farmland to £2.5m.24 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Council votes to oppose electricity pylon planConcerns are raised about the potential visual impact, disruption and damage to the countryside.14 Dec 20257 Oct 2025Teen gets life term for dad-of-three's murderJack Lawson will spend at least 18 years in detention after stabbing Craig Yorke three times.7 Oct 202518 May 2025Five Wearside stories you might have missedThis week saw repairs to a pier begin and community volunteers getting top honours.18 May 202516 May 2025Community volunteers awarded top honoursThe Chairman's Medal is the highest accolade Durham County Council grants for community work.16 May 202514 May 2025Rugby fan aims to tackle the 'man up' cultureAlex Harrison is encouraging men to talk to people if they are struggling with their mental health.14 May 2025...
