Jonathan Swingler

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Appeal to dredge river for regatta boatsJonathan SwinglerBBC News, North East and CumbriaBBCThe 192nd Durham Regatta was held at the weekendRegatta organisers are looking to dredge a river, after low water levels damaged boats. Durham Regatta competitors reported boats hitting the river bed and fins being broken off as they made their way along the River Wear.

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jonathan Swingler

Tower block demolition to be reconsideredJonathan SwinglerBBCDurham Court is said to have outlived its "original intended lifespan" of 50 yearsA decision to demolish an 18-storey tower block and rehouse its elderly residents is to be reconsidered. However, the local authority's scrutiny committee has decided to reconsider the move, after an outcry from residents, and voted in favour of the issue going back to the cabinet for further discussions.

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Jonathan Swingler |Nathan Bevan

Image caption, South Tyneside Council said the 1974-built block in Hebburn had outlived its "original intended lifespan"BBC News, North East and CumbriaNearly 100 people living in a high-rise block of flats have been told their homes will be demolished. South Tyneside Council's cabinet gave the go-ahead for Durham Court in Hebburn to be taken down, at a meeting on Wednesday.

1 month ago | bbc.com | Jonathan Swingler

High-rise residents told homes will be demolishedJonathan SwinglerNathan BevanBBC News, North East and CumbriaBBCSouth Tyneside Council said the 1974-built block in Hebburn had outlived its "original intended lifespan"Nearly 100 people living in a high-rise block of flats have been told their homes will be demolished. South Tyneside Council's cabinet gave the go-ahead for Durham Court in Hebburn to be taken down, at a meeting on Wednesday.

1 month ago | bbc.com | Nathan Bevan |Jonathan Swingler

Volunteers collect 200 rubbish bags from railwayNathan Bevan & Jonathan SwinglerBBC News, North East and CumbriaBBCClean-up teams scoured the tracks for litterIt was the kind of glorious weekend weather that would normally be perfect for a scenic rail journey. But the passengers who boarded one particular train at Bishop Auckland station in County Durham on Sunday were seeking a day trip with a difference.