Eight people have today been arrested in a series of early-morning raids targeting suspected drug dealers across County Durham and Darlington. At 7.30am this morning, teams of officers swooped on properties in Newton Aycliffe, Darlington, Bishop Auckland and Ushaw Moor. Simultaneous raids were also carried out at addresses in the West Yorkshire, Lancashire and Cleveland areas on behalf of Durham Constabulary. More than 80 officers and support staff were involved in the operation, which resulted

Explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross. Learn about the cathedral’s history as a monastery in the Monks’ Dormitory, which still has its original 15th century oak timber roof. Head over to our website for more information. | Durham Cathedral