A land agent says it has "turned ground that was devoid of life into one that is now thriving".

Amateur photographer Graeme Carroll shares some of his secrets on a tour of his best spots.

The sites provide people making the journey to Cumbria over several days with safe areas to stop.

The aurora borealis display dazzled people across the region on Friday.

Bus services vary widely on punctuality and value for money, a major passenger survey suggests.

The Low Barns Photography Group share some of their best pictures with the BBC ahead of a display.

More than 1,500 people from rural areas give Durham Police information via the messaging service.

As 2022 ends, here are some of your favourite pictures from BBC North East and Cumbria's Instagram.