Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A PUPPY stolen by masked thieves during an armed raid on a family home in Darlington has been found. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A SEVEN day bus strike that would have affected services across the North-East has been called off. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A NORTH-EAST author led college students on a creative journey during a series of workshops recently. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A FOODBANK is expanding in a bid to offer more support to some of Darlington’s most vulnerable people. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

HERDS of laughing young reindeers have been parading around playgrounds across the region this week. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

SEVEN games without a win have seen Darlington drop to 17th during what’s been a dismal season so far, though Tommy Wright remains positive and hopes to repeat last season’s mid-season revival. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A PAIR of kind-hearted youngsters are hoping to rally their community spirit and raise vital funds to support homeless people. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

STUDENTS and staff are celebrating after two North-East Catholic schools were awarded the ultimate accolade pushing them into the realms of world-leading status. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

THE tenth anniversary celebration of a popular music event will help young people who self-harm. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo