Work has begun on an ambitious river restoration scheme in Coverdale aimed at boosting wildlife, improving water quality and tackling the impacts of climate change.

Dark Skies Fringe Festival returns to North Yorkshire from October 23 to November 1, with stargazing, night walks and Halloween events across national parks.

Thirsk Community Works shortlisted for 2026 Community Awards’ Inclusive Communities category, recognising work tackling isolation and supporting residents.

Darlington charity Tandem is losing money each month, as chief executive Mike Renton warns of financial pressure threatening its work helping people into jobs.

Katie Amess, 41, said she continues to worry for the safety of politicians following the death of Ann Widdecombe.

Andy Burnham will welcome Volodymyr Zelensky to Downing Street on Wednesday in a show of support after Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia. The Prime Minister is expected to use the visit to ...

The Pope has been diagnosed with cancer after undergoing a “successful” surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican has said. Doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, ...