Lee Douglas was still twice the limit the morning after he'd been drinking the night before

The technology could also be used to provide low-carbon heating to homes, businesses and communities in former coalfield areas

Temperatures will climb as warmer air from Europe moves in, with the North East forecast for highs of 22-23C

Disabled people may be entitled to financial support through a range of benefits. One of the primary means by which residents in England and Wales can access assistance is via Personal Independence Payments (PIP), a non-means-tested benefit awarded t...

As tributes are paid to tragic Northumbria Police officer PC Jess Turnbull, we remember the region's other fallen heroes

Police believe that several people were involved in the fighting, which took place at 4.00pm on Saturday

The imposing building was meant to provide new office space and facilities for Teesworks and 'wow investors'

Stockton Council is also considering proposals for a communication station near Billingham railway station and numerous home extensions

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

John Petch made headlines in 2014 when he refused to remove his machinery from Westfield Barn