Tow Law16 Jan 2024Woman in her 90s killed in house fireFire crews were called to a house in Tow Law, but a woman was pronounced dead at the scene.16 Jan 2024England7 Aug 2023Three towns to get £147k to tackle speedingThere will be new signs, road markings and part-time advisory speed limits next to two schools.7 Aug 2023Tyne & Wear2 Jun 2023Arriva bus services under threat amid funding rowIt could see 25 services affected in parts of County Durham and Darlington.2 Jun 2023Tees10 Mar 2023Schools closed and roads impassable by snowA yellow warning for ice remains in force for the North East and Cumbria until Saturday.10 Mar 2023Tyne & Wear18 Feb 2022Warning of heavy snow and winds of up to 60mphThe Met Office said there was a yellow warning for wind until at least 18:00 GMT.18 Feb 2022England