Hetton-Le-Hole6 Mar 2025Giant fence to protect shop from cricket ballsAn 89ft (27m) tall fence will be put in place before the start of the cricket season. 6 Mar 2025England27 Feb 2025Pair jailed for forcing dogs to fight with badgerThe two men were discovered with injured dogs and spades near an exposed badger sett, police say.27 Feb 2025England10 Jan 2025Solar panel bid for council's country parkEnergy bills could be reduced if permission is granted for solar panels at Elemore Country Park.10 Jan 2025England22 Oct 2024Pool's solar panels approved 'to cut energy bills'More than 700 panels will be installed across two council buildings, after the plans were passed.22 Oct 2024England11 Oct 2024Arrests made under new zombie knife lawTwo people have been arrested and weapons seized by police from a house in Hetton-le-Hole.11 Oct 2024England12 Sep 2024Leisure centre seeks solar panel approvalThe plans come after the leisure centre received a £410,000 national grant.12 Sep 2024England11 Sep 2024Baby formula maker criticised for shortagesThe firm says it is making more of its product than ever before but faced "phenomenal demand".11 Sep 2024England3 Jul 2024'Self-pitying' rapist jailed for nine yearsAnthony Hamilton claimed sex with a woman was consensual but a judge says she "submitted" out of fear.3 Jul 2024Tyne30 Apr 2024Man arrested after motorbike crash deathA man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, police say.30 Apr 2024England...