Coal mining3 days agoLast known sword maker hopes to pass craft onFrank Lee believes he is the only person making the swords so integral to the North East.3 days ago7 days agoOrgreave Inquiry holds community listening eventsMeetings in Barnsley and Durham are for anyone with a connection to the 1984 Battle of Orgreave.7 days ago17 Oct 2026Historic 'unsung hero' steam locomotive recreatedIt was one of hundreds of locomotives commissioned to help with logistics during World War Two.17 Oct 20267 Oct 2026Coal mine heat network goes liveThe scheme will eventually heat 750 properties in the housing complex.7 Oct 202625 Sept 2026Mining statue unveiled at old Tinsley Towers siteThe 'Waiting Miner' statue is described as a " powerful tribute" to Yorkshire's mining heritage.25 Sept 202612 Sept 2026Miners' lamp collection goes under hammerThe record of Bob Batey's "life's passion" is being auctioned in Newcastle.12 Sept 202611 Sept 2026Statue commemorates miners who died in explosionThe metal miner was unveiled at the spot where ten miners died in an explosion 140 years ago.11 Sept 202618 Aug 2026Police station used in riots a steal at £99k, auctioneers sayThe police station known for notorious 20th Century riots is being sold at auction.18 Aug 202610 Aug 2026Listed harbour work planned in orange water battleListed building consent is needed for the latest plan to remove Whitehaven Harbour's orange water.10 Aug 2026...
