A WOMAN who was caught driving after drinking a large amount of vodka has been banned from driving 30 months. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A NUMBER of egg-stravagant Easter events for all the family will be on offer throughout the bank holiday weekend. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

UNTOLD stories and treasured memories of a long-standing hotel are being sought to help celebrate 80 years since it opened. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A REVOLUTIONARY piece of North-East history restored for future generations to enjoy will open its doors to dozens of families this bank holiday. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A DANGER driver who killed a mother and seriously injured her young child will not be given a longer sentence. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A DANCER who started her career on her kitchen floor will be inspiring the next generation of stage stars at an upcoming workshop. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

STAFF at a five-star resort are “absolutely delighted” to have been shortlisted for two top industry awards. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A BANNED driver caught behind the wheel of a 4×4 was escaping after a family member held a knife to her throat, a court was told. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A DANGEROUS driver who killed a young mother and seriously injured her child could receive a longer sentence following a review. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A CAMPAIGN group has quizzed election candidates about the preservation of historic parkland threatened with development. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo