Police and firefighters have warned of the dangers of thin ice after residents raised concerns.

Police say the nine victims of "depraved" Mark Dodds were vital to getting him jailed.

A 15-year-old is arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving in Newton Aycliffe.

Police reward Tyler who managed to raise the alarm when his dad slipped into a diabetic coma.

Police say the crash, involving a BMW 5 Series car, happened on the A688 near Bishop Auckland.

Extra patrols are in place around Chester-le-Street town centre following an incident during the week.

Andrew Fowler is sentenced for attempted murder, after he attacked Anastasia Wade in Darlington.

Motorists in Newcastle are being breathalysed to stop them driving after drinking on planes.