Ferryhill10 hrs agoTest your news knowledge with our weekly quizFrom blue sea creatures to departing football managers - give the North East and Cumbria quiz a go.10 hrs ago1 day agoMiner's early painting may unlock clues to artistIt is the earliest example of Norman Cornish's work in Northumbria University's collection.1 day ago4 days agoChristmas lights to return to town's lamp-postsFestive decorations will come back to Ferryhill's lamps after being "too heavy" last year.4 days ago24 May 2026Test your news knowledge with our weekly quizSpygate and Big Weekend fun - test your news knowledge in the North East and Cumbria quiz.24 May 202622 May 2026Public toilet closed over needles and broken glassFerryhill Town council is closing the facility on Saturdays as staff were being "left vulnerable".22 May 202615 May 2026Brass bands back competing after venue hiatusCompetitors from across the north-east of England are hoping for sun at the contest this weekend.15 May 202621 Apr 2026Teen plans 'best send off' for terminally ill dadThe 15-year-old is planning his father's funeral while he is alive so he can fulfil his wishes.21 Apr 202619 Apr 2026'My school cannot afford free breakfast club'Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government's free breakfast clubs.19 Apr 20263 Apr 2026Deliberate fires at sports centre 'risking lives'Operators of the community-owned venue in Ferryhill say they dealt with two fires in three days.3 Apr 2026...