Teesdale School and Sixth Form is proposing to extend its learning day by 10 minutes.

Two dale holiday let owners in County Durham are celebrating after being recognised in a prestigious national awards scheme that champions the individuals behind the UK’s best holiday homes.

Ian Lamming discovers the delights of a new name from China

County council allotment owners will be allowed to keep caravans on their plots despite an ongoing vehicle ban under new rules suggested by council leaders.