Two men arrested after Christmas tree in Durham village chopped down

Tree, which was planted more than 10 years ago, was felled hours after its Christmas lights were switched onTwo men have been arrested in relation to a “disgusting act of mindless vandalism” after a Christmas tree which had stood in a village for more than 10 years was cut down.On Wednesday, the tree in Shotton Colliery, County Durham, was felled sometime between 10pm and 11pm, just hours after the Christmas lights were switched on. Continue reading...