Yarm

Traders say the loss of an hour's free parking in Stockton and Yarm is driving customers away.

A borough council acts after a town council was unable to operate following all 11 resignations.

Some 55,000 customers were "plunged into darkness" on Friday, with high temperatures blamed.

The rider of the Yamaha red and black motorcycle was taken to hospital, where he remains.

Vacancies for the Yarm Town Council positions have been posted.

Taylor Wimpey wants to build two to five-bedroom homes on land south of Yarm.

Stockton councillors call on the cabinet to reverse a decision to drop one hour free parking.

Stockton Council says a revamp of Yarm High Street will include new spaces and seating areas.