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Puzzles & Crosswords

A fresh crossword, scramble and quick quiz for Durham every morning. Wednesday 8 July 2026.

Word scramble

Unscramble today's word.

EWEEDKN

Clue: Saturday and Sunday.

Quick crossword

A short general-knowledge crossword. Print and solve, or work it out in your head.

Across

  1. 1. Frozen water (3)
  2. 4. Opposite of night (3)
  3. 6. Printed news sheet (5)

Down

  1. 1. Coldest season of the year (6)
  2. 2. Midday meal (5)
  3. 3. The planet we live on (5)

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