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News-Consultation on proposals to balance our budget
Published December 06, 2024 10.57am
Residents are being asked to have their say on new savings proposals as we work towards finalising our budget proposals for next year.
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News- Construction firm fined £10,000 for failing to repair Grade II listed church
Published December 06, 2024 9.06am
The owner of a Grade II listed church located at the heart of a conservation area has been fined £10,000 for failing to carry out essential repairs.
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News-Open your heart and your home through Shared Lives
Published December 06, 2024 9.03am
"Every day there is something new when you have people to stay for respite. Even just a little difference can be huge for them. It's our pleasure having them to stay - I wish I'd done it years ago."
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News-Changes to County Durham bin collections at Christmas
Published December 04, 2024 11.24am
Residents in County Durham are being reminded of changes to bin collections over the Christmas period.
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News-Roman brings festive sparkle to County Hall
Published December 04, 2024 10.08am
A civic building in Durham City has received some extra festive sparkle thanks to a nine-year-old boy and his siblings.
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News-New roundabout to cut congestion at busy crossroads
Published December 03, 2024 10.25am
A new roundabout designed to reduce congestion at the busy Seaton Lane junction is now open.
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News-Seaham Food Festival dates confirmed - trader applications open now
Published December 03, 2024 10.01am
Though the weather might be getting colder, organisers of one of the region's biggest summer food festivals have announced dates for next year.
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News-Shop closed after £16,000 of illegal items discovered behind fake wall
Published November 29, 2024 10.10am
A shop in Peterlee has been ordered to close after illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes worth over £16,000 were found hidden in the premises.
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News-Council adjusts budget to reflect Autumn Statement
Published November 29, 2024 9.25am
Leaders at the region's largest council will be given an update on its financial position following the Autumn Budget.
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News-£11m funding for NETPark
Published November 27, 2024 6.00pm
Our North East Technology Park (NETPark) is to receive more than £11m towards its expansion.
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News-Meeting County Durham's housing needs
Published November 26, 2024 3.20pm
Councillors in County Durham will discuss the allocation of social housing when they meet next week.
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News-Millions invested into towns and villages in County Durham
Published November 26, 2024 2.14pm
A £25 million scheme to transform towns and villages across County Durham is going from strength-to-strength, with more than £13 million invested and many more exciting projects in the pipeline.
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News-School scoops prestigious prize for outdoor play
Published November 26, 2024 9.55am
A wildlife garden, mud kitchen, sports zone and tunnel are just some of the exciting activities on offer at a County Durham primary school with one of the best outdoor play offers in the country.
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News-Council asks for views on future of Bishop Auckland
Published November 25, 2024 10.19am
Residents and businesses are being asked to have their say on their feelings for and interactions with Bishop Auckland to help support its ongoing regeneration.
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News-Un-Belle-evable start to Gala Durham's panto season
Published November 22, 2024 10.13am
Audiences have been transported into a world of magic, music and merriment as Gala Durham marks the start of the festive season.
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News-Durham Town Hall to close for restoration
Published November 21, 2024 12.09pm
A Grade II listed building in the heart of Durham City will close from this weekend for restoration works.
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News-Supported employment service named best in UK
Published November 21, 2024 10.29am
A team which helps people with disabilities, neurodiversity, and long-term health conditions into work has been recognised as one of the highest-performing supported employment services in the UK.
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News-Annfield Plain premises ordered to close twice in six months for selling illicit tobacco and vapes
Published November 19, 2024 10.28am
A shop in County Durham has been forced to close for the second time in six months after being found selling illegal cigarettes, tobacco and non-compliant disposable electronic cigarettes.
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News-Expansion of Sniperley Park and Ride complete
Published November 19, 2024 10.06am
Hundreds of additional parking bays are now available at a Durham City park and ride site following a £2 million expansion scheme.
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News-Supporting County Durham's care leavers
Published November 18, 2024 10.48am
A new hub has opened to offer support to care leavers across County Durham.