Citizens' Advice Gateshead has encouraged pensioners to check their eligibility for benefits, after a 72% increase in ...

The benefit cap sees the amount of money a household receives reduced to ensure claimants do not get more than the cap limit ...

Nuno Martins, who already has a past conviction from 2021 for driving with excess alcohol, was stopped by police in the car ...

The application for the Greencroft Estate, at Lanchester, would become a "market-leading tourism accommodation provider" if ...

Leazes Footbridge was closed last year on health and safety grounds after a review found it was beyond economical repair ...

A Durham resident has challenged the council's decision to permit a two-day 'rave' in a local park. The Washington Weekender ...

Electric motorbikes have become increasingly popular throughout County Durham, particularly in rural areas, and have been ...

A community interest company in Sunderland that supports older people, vulnerable adults and those with disabilities is set ...

Simon Parkinson had no coordination or movement in his right arm and leg when he was restrained and transported to hospital ...

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed ...

Sunderland City Council's cabinet has approved plans for a new road safety partnership across Northumberland and Tyne and ...

Declan Donnelly was among the many Newcastle United fans who watched their team take on Fulham today. Fans were in high ...