As Halloween approaches — a time often said to blur the lines between worlds — Consett author Simon “The Kilted Occultist” Robson has unveiled what he claims is the world’s largest occult volume: The ...

Once nearly extinct in England, the Red Kite (Milvus milvus) has made a remarkable comeback and now soars freely over parts of Consett, County Durham and Northumberland. With its forked tail, ...

Consett Lions Club are thrilled to announce the return of their much-loved Annual Town Raffle, taking place on Thursday 6th November 2025 at the Steel Club, Consett, DH8 5HA. This year’s raffle ...

As we transition into the beautiful shades and brisk air of autumn, our early years setting transforms into much more than just a facilitator of play; it becomes a warm cocoon of comfort, curiosity, ...

October being Black History Month, it is appropriate to record my visit to Bamber Bridge in Lancashire, having read about the outbreak of racial violence in June 1943 between the racially segregated ...

Over recent weeks and months, there has been a concerning rise in hate crime and racially motivated criminal damage across County Durham and Darlington. From offensive graffiti to the vandalism of our ...

It started with a royal handshake at Windsor Castle and ended with a bacon butty in Middle Street, Consett. Yes, that’s right, US President Donald J. Trump paid a surprise visit to our proud North ...

Born in South Shields in 1947, Fred’s lifelong passion for boats began early. Leaving school at 15, he joined Robson Boat Builders, where he honed his skills. Over the years, Fred became a true expert ...

Jimmy’s been driving since he was 12, following in his father’s footsteps in the coal and transport trade. After helping with the family business, he worked at Derwenthaugh Coke Works and later ...

Two Consett community groups have once again demonstrated the power of local generosity, raising vital funds for Willow Burn Hospice and ensuring that compassionate care continues for those who need ...

Prince Bishop Vets has been a cornerstone of veterinary care in Leadgate since its founding in 1984 by Vet Jacqui Molyneux. Over the years, the practice has grown into a highly respected institution, ...

A devastating fire on Sunday night, 5th October 2025, has destroyed Shotley Park Residential Care Home near Shotley Bridge in County Durham. Once a grand Victorian mansion and later a long-standing ...