South and West Durham news

The opening of a new look café will offer people a taster of a £1.5 million revamp of a historic town hall.

A collection service introduced to help people in County Durham access library books is to be extended.

The deadline for tenants and landlords to share their views on plans to improve the standard of privately rented properties in County Durham has been extended.

Front-of-house facilities at a popular Durham City theatre and cinema are to be transformed as the venue undergoes a refurbishment.

Bookworms in County Durham will be able to take advantage of a book collection service from next week.

There's still time for County Durham gardeners to win a £30 National Garden Voucher in our photography competition.

A council grant is funding activities for older people in Trimdon Village and Trimdon Grange, to improve their mental health during the coronavirus pandemic.

More than 30 apprenticeship vacancies at a North East local authority will offer new career opportunities for people looking to earn as they learn.

The armed forces will be celebrated by the region's largest local authority this week with its annual flag raising.

Hot nourishing meals are being offered to vulnerable people in Willington, Crook and surrounding areas, with support from a local council partnership.

People who have lost their job or are looking for new employment are being offered help in County Durham.

New adult music lessons are offering talented performers and total beginners an opportunity to improve their musical skills.

Keen gardeners across County Durham are being invited to take part in a photography competition to share how outside spaces have helped them through the coronavirus pandemic.