An impromptu tractor rally for a dementia sufferer has gone viral on social media.

A major police operation unfolded in Middleton-in-Teesdale as officers investigating a shooting in Gainford made a series of arrests.

Teams representing Barnard Castle Youth FC returned to action in a thrilling weekend of football that featured dominant wins, spirited comebacks and impressive debuts.

Evenwood have been promoted to Division One with a game to spare and are guaranteed to finish top of the table following another impressive victory.