Central and East Durham news

Durham Town Hall to reopen - with extended hours

Published August 05, 2020 1.27pm

An historic town hall will reopen to the public this week after being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Pick and collect library service rolled out

Published July 31, 2020 12.08pm

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

Still time to have a say on plans to improve privately rented housing

Published July 23, 2020 1.28pm

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.

Refurbishment will transform Gala Theatre and Cinema customer facilities

Published July 09, 2020 2.49pm

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

Pick and collect library service to launch in County Durham

Published July 03, 2020 1.24pm

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

Still chance to grab a gardening prize

Published July 01, 2020 11.43am

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

Applications invited for council apprenticeships

Published June 25, 2020 10.10am

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

Day to honour our armed forces

Published June 23, 2020 11.21am

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

Tailored support to help County Durham residents get job-ready

Published June 19, 2020 10.28am

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

Floral tribute to heroes of second world war

Published June 17, 2020 11.46am

The 75th anniversary year of Victory in Europe day is being celebrated in a new Durham City flower display.

Team effort to prevent isolation in the deaf community

Published June 16, 2020 9.45am

Council funding is helping a Durham school to work with a charity, to provide support to people with hearing impairments during the coronavirus pandemic.

Social work students praise training support through pandemic

Published June 15, 2020 10.30am

Two student social workers have shared their experiences of training with our council during the coronavirus outbreak.

Council launches virtual music lessons for adults

Published June 12, 2020 10.41am

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

Funding for rainbow knitting project helps fight isolation

Published June 04, 2020 11.23am

A crafty new project is helping to tackle social isolation in Durham City and surrounding areas during the current lockdown by encouraging people to get out their knitting needles and crochet hooks.

Search begins for County Durham's most improved gardens

Published May 27, 2020 11.20am

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.