A THRILL-SEEKING philanthropist is gearing up to take on a wacky races-style rally in the name of charity. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A VETERANS charity hopes its new base will boost the number of people accessing its services. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

STUDENTS raised funds for life-saving medical equipment by throwing a tea party recently. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

FROM washing doorsteps to educating neighbours and reporting crimes, police are hoping a new initiative will help to instil a renewed sense of civic pride and responsibility in one Darlington community. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

CAMPAIGNERS hoping for a better Darlington met with council officers to discuss ideas to improve and revitalise the town centre recently. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A LOVABLE dog with a lust for life is in need of a new home. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

TEAMS working in Darlington’s NHS services will meet members of the public during an annual general meeting scheduled to be held next month. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

A MUTLI-million pound project to build Britain’s most powerful passenger steam locomotive in the birthplace of the railways has confirmed a crucial order for state-of-the-art electronics. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

AN MP has given her backing to a scheme that will see police in Darlington use drones to tackle the menace of off-road biking. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo

AN arrest has been made after an alleged assault outside a bar that left a man in his 20s with life-threatening injuries. Source: Local News from the Northern Echo