Hi everyone.

I’m Micky, a journalist and documentary producer at Hits Radio/Bauer Media. We used to be Metro/TFM Radio, and I’ve been reading the news here for around 15 years now.

I’m making a documentary called Drugs: There’s an App for That (working title) about how the illegal drug trade has moved onto phones and messaging apps.

I’d like to hear from someone who’s bought drugs online and feels comfortable talking about their experience. I’m not here to judge, and I’m not looking for tips on where to buy anything — that side of things is already covered in the documentary.

A decade ago, I made a documentary called DarkWeb: What Lies Beneath. I see this as a sequel of sorts, looking at how the drug trade has moved beyond the dark web and is now hiding in plain sight on everyday apps.

If you’re comfortable talking, drop me a DM. The interview would be pre-recorded, and you could take part anonymously. We can talk through how we’d protect your identity before you decide.

Feel free to message me if you’d like more info or have any questions before taking part.

Thanks for reading.

Let me know if that is, or isn't OK for the sub, thanks very much,

Micky

I ask as part of a linguistic study on this topic!
Examples could include those much loved (/s) ones like Billy B/Obby H/Gilly G or just stuff like St Cuth's...

Hi all,

First time posting on here but I figured someone might know something about this issue. I was walking home and I saw a rabbit on the side of the road on the Brockton road roundabout. It looked like it was in shock or something, with matted fur and I suspect it had been bitten by a dog or been hit by a car. I headed back home to grab a towel and take it someone more appropriate than on the side of the roundabout but by the time I got back it had gone. I looked around for a while to no avail, I can only hope someone scooped it up and put it somewhere safe. Either way I would appreciate any info on whether it was taken care of.

Attached is a photo of the rabbit.

Pool 🎱 Friday 16th October

Hi everyone

Me and a few guys are looking at meeting up this Friday night 16th October after work, to get out of the house after another week. We are going to play pool

We are just a bunch of ordinary guys aged 18-45. That meets up every other Friday night. We do do some random activity then go for a drink and catch-up afterwards. We are always keen for new guys to get involved. Fancy coming along?

Bored Midweek?

Looking to meet new people?

Looking to get out of the house?

Whatever your reason drop me a message to get involved 📨

Hi everyone i posted about a month ago about my local business app I just wanted to give an update.

This is what the prototype looks like (fake businesses) and we've managed to get 25+ businesses ready to sign up so if you or anyone you know would be suited for the app please comment or message me.

thank you.

Looking for scenic spots to catch a beautiful sunset before November sets in. Ideally somewhere we can hike up to on a weekend, sit and enjoy the views. Any hidden gems or recommendations?

I'm looking to make some new friends in the area, I'm 17 male and interested in things like Hiking, bushcraft, wood carving, some games and stuff like that.

Feel free to message me if you're in the area! I'd especially like someone to go walking with ect.

I'm after a small workshop or garage with electric that I could rent to do small woodwork projects. Does anyone have anything? Many thanks

37 here and having my midlife crises haha. Started riding again last year and had 2 little sets of trails that have been found snd trashed. Anyone got a spot and would like someone to help
Push a barrow?

So I had my 83 year old MiL listening to a YT video about North East words. She knew most of them, but some were more Newcastle than Durham. When it got to Gansey she said that’s not the word she knew, but her memory is failing so she couldn’t remember what she knew it as as a child. She thinks it was similar, but not quite.

Side note, is it a neb or a snek? Seems like neb is the Newcastle version, but is snek very geographically specific?

We’ve had another one mentioned outside Reddit. Is anyone familiar with “I wouldn’t give cat haws for that”? Proposer says it was normal in Ushaw Moor in the 40s-60s but hasn’t heard it for a long time

I’m an adult wanting to get back into playing the violin (last played 7 years ago working towards ABRSM grade 5, but think I’m back to beginner level) and am based in Durham city. Has anyone got recommendations for specific teachers to contact or websites to look on please?

Hi everyone! I’m a third-year Finance student looking for a room to move into as soon as possible, ideally close to central Durham. I’m open to a room in a shared house or flat. If you have anything available, or know someone who does, please send me a message. Thanks!

HEADS UP!! Just taken us over an hour to do a 20min drive. Hope everyone's safe and well, first responders too because it looked nasty. But i've never seen so many incompetent police. Blocking the wrong lane and road. Stopping ambulances, fire brigade and other police from getting down to the crash and also stopping any traffic from safely/slowly moving out of the area to free up said road for first responders. Honestly I'm shocked at how it was dealt with. I was 1 car behind the police officer and she had no idea what she was doing and stopped all traffic, including blocking an ambulance before she was shouted at and told to go block another lane. I'm guessing the one she was told to do first but couldn't figure it out, bless her. High stress and all that.

Church st... couldn't tell you. We sat on there for 20mins as well before i turned round and drove this way home. The roads and drivers up here... i have no words. This crap's constant up here atm. Anyone remember the crash on the bridge over the A1 in dragonville, couple of weeks ago? Peak time again, its nuts!

Anyways hope everyone gets home in one piece tonight and is okay after all the traffic. Should imagine the A181 is backed up, possibly A688, coming into Durham. Shincliffe Lane and the A177, leaving Durham, i wouldn't even bother if you can help it! Its possibly backing up into the city by now. Stay safe everyone, healing vibes to anyone involved in the crash! 🤍

I am flying to the UK in the morning, all the way from Asia and will be attending law school in Durham. What are some tips that anyone can give me? Or what is the biggest cultural or lifestyle adjustments? Anything particular to pay attention to?

I would be glad if anyone can share anything :)

I am flying to the UK in the morning, all the way from Asia and will be attending law school in Durham. What are some tips that anyone can give me? Or what is the biggest cultural or lifestyle adjustments? Anything particular to pay attention to?

I would be glad if anyone can share anything :)

County Durham will get a second Young Futures Hub after securing more government funding following the success of its pilot scheme.

Durham County Council will develop the new hub after its Newton Aycliffe pilot succeeded.

The hubs will offer youth activities, wellbeing support, skills training, jobs and wider services while helping steer young people away from crime.

Councillor Cathy Hunt, cabinet member for children and young people’s services at Durham County Council, said: "This is fantastic news for the county’s young people.

"Young Futures Hubs are about creating positive opportunities and making it easier for young people to access the support they need, when they need it.

"It’s a project that aligns closely with our wider ambitions through Durham Cares and Families First to provide the right help, at the right time, in the right place.

Being selected for a second hub is a strong endorsement of the partnership work already taking place and our shared commitment to helping children and young people thrive.

We look forward to working alongside young people, families and partners over the coming months to shape a second hub that reflects local needs and builds on the strengths already present within our communities."

The council will work with young people and partner organisations to choose the most effective location for the new hub.

The hub will support the council’s aim to give young people “somewhere to go, something to do, and someone who cares.”

Services will include youth activities, wellbeing support, skills training, jobs and access to wider services.

Does anyone know what it’s like/how safe it is on the trains from London/Reading up to Durham?

Ive just moved to the uk for uni and don’t have trains where I’m from so I’m a bit anxious about taking them alone. My boyfriend is going to Durham uni so have booked to go visit him on an early evening train but I’m not sure if it would be better to get a daytime one.

Female perspectives would be appreciated but if anyone has insight that would be great, thanks!

Hey guys! M22 here living in Durham and I’m looking about for some new places I can go to for meeting people and making new friends. By all means feel free to drop me a DM too. I work during the week but I’m free most nights. Not a student though that part of my life has been and gone 😅

I’ve recently moved to the area and want to know if there’s any clubs or meetings to meet new people.

I’m 28F. Into gaming, movies, reading, astrology.

I don’t want to start to feel lonely but would love if there were any groups or hangouts I could join.

Thanks

Hello, I lost a black prayer rope on Thursday, Sept 17th in Durham. It has knots along the cord and a thin tassel. I mainly walked in the center of town and near the Methodist Church on Elvet. I know this is a super long shot, but just in case anyone found it, I’d arrange to have it returned. Thank you!

Afternoon ,

Just asking a question regarding parking- I’m starting as a PO in Durham next month. where’s best to park near Durham prison? Staff car park looks carnage whenever I’ve drove past, is there anyone who works at HMP Durham and can advise if it’s always like this and if so what’s the best alternative?

Thanks in advance for any responses

Hey, im going be in Durham for a couple of days. I wanted to know any good cafés, garden, places in general to visit and study.

How safe is Durham? And How is the shopping scene, and the social scene?

I’d love to know a bit more about the place.