North East Autism Society's head says he hopes to one day see the sapling "blossom" on the farm.

A 17-year-old with four kidneys says she wants to "give back" kindness being a trainee paramedic.

It comes after the council shifted into 'no overall control' when six councillors quit Labour.

Bloodrun Emergency Voluntary Service has annual running costs in the region of £30,000.

The work is due to begin next April to avoid disturbing birds that nest along the structure.

All-rounder Scott Borthwick steps down as Durham captain to take on a new role as player-coach.

The council says recent repairs have not worked and more will be made to fill it again with water.

A Pallion shop owner says Northumbria Police has "done nothing" but the force says it is investigating.

Police commissioner Joy Allen is funding the training of 20 officers to tackle stalking.

England looked after Brydon Carse during his betting ban, now Carse is looking after England with wickets, writes chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

Musicians from the North East share their memories of JG Windows in Newcastle after its closure.

One in four Metros break down and Charlotte Crosby speaks out after burglars broke into her home.

Albert Dove's descendant says he is "extremely proud" to have the medal back in the family.

The button to destroy Hexham House in Newcastle is pressed by three children who won a competition.

The button to destroy Hexham House in Newcastle is pressed by three children who won a competition.

Cleveland Police raided a premises on Graythorp Industrial Estate in Hartlepool and made the discovery.

The Peterlee shop is ordered to close as the council seizes more than £16,000 of illegal goods.

Directors of JG Windows in Newcastle say it can "no longer compete with large online retailers".

The council wants to charge £5 for driving into the Durham City peninsula.