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Live music, theatre and comedy to fill the streets at Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published March 27, 2024 9.59am
A feast of free family fun lies in wait for visitors to this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival.
New road material paves the way to net zero
Published March 26, 2024 2.33pm
A new material which enables the creation of net zero asphalt has been used in a road resurfacing scheme in County Durham - and it's a UK first.
Council secures £500,000 for further restoration works at Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Published March 26, 2024 12.43pm
Restoration works to "protect the future" of the popular Killhope Lead Mining Museum in Weardale are set to take place throughout this year, thanks to a funding boost.
North East's world-class investment opportunities to go before a global audience at UKREiiF
Published March 21, 2024 4.32pm
County Durham and Newcastle will join forces to fly the flag for the North East at a forthcoming trade conference attended by major developers and investors.
Town board appointed to deliver Spennymoor vision
Published March 20, 2024 2.07pm
A town board to oversee the long-term development of Spennymoor is being established as residents are asked to give their views on what they would like to see for the community.
Coal mining inspires opening act of Durham Brass 2024
Published March 20, 2024 9.09am
An album which tells the story of the rise and fall of coal mining is to be performed in full at Durham Cathedral, as one of the region's most popular music festivals returns.
£2.94million secured for A690 road safety works
Published March 19, 2024 4.57pm
A County Durham road is to receive almost £3million worth of safety improvements following a successful funding bid.
Taxi boss ordered to pay more than £2,000
Published March 19, 2024 1.12pm
A County Durham taxi boss has been ordered to pay more than £2,000 after allowing a wheelchair user to be regularly transported by an unlicensed driver, without insurance.
Trailblazer devolution deal signed by council leaders
Published March 18, 2024 12.20pm
An historic transfer of power and money from Westminster to the North East was confirmed today following the signing of a landmark devolution deal between the government and the leaders of the region's major councils.
Pupils get inspiring advice from working women
Published March 08, 2024 3.16pm
Young women in County Durham were inspired to achieve their career ambitions no matter their gender, this International Women's Day.
Builder fined after dumping waste containing asbestos
Published March 07, 2024 10.35am
A County Durham builder has left court with a bill of almost £2,000 after dumping waste containing asbestos near a cemetery.
More devolved powers announced in Budget
Published March 06, 2024 2.01pm
Further devolution of wide-ranging powers are coming to the North East after Leaders secured a trailblazing deal with government.
New industrial units proposed amid strong demand for business space
Published March 06, 2024 11.39am
A proposal to build up to 28 new industrial units in County Durham will go before councillors next week.
Community to help shape £20 million investment plan
Published March 06, 2024 9.29am
Revitalising the high street and improving transport links and community safety will be the focus of a new £20 million investment plan for Spennymoor.
Proposals to control anti-social behaviour in Durham City
Published March 05, 2024 3.26pm
Proposals to control anti-social behaviour in Durham City centre have been brought forward by us.
Peterlee 75 finale event to take place this weekend
Published March 05, 2024 9.37am
A free music event will take place in a County Durham town this weekend to celebrate its 75th anniversary.
Gold Award for supporting Armed Forces community
Published March 01, 2024 9.47am
We have received national recognition for our work to support the Armed Forces community.
Rogue trader jailed for three years after gardening con
Published February 28, 2024 9.28am
A rogue gardener who took more than £1,500 from a woman but failed to carry out any work has been jailed.
International Women's Day at Bishop Auckland Town Hall
Published February 27, 2024 10.44am
Audiences are invited to celebrate International Women's Day (Friday 8 March) at a special event held at Bishop Auckland Town Hall.
Two prosecuted following fly-tips
Published February 26, 2024 10.42am
Two people have been prosecuted for separate fly-tipping related offences in County Durham.
Homelessness support in County Durham to receive £6 million boost
Published February 26, 2024 9.26am
Over £6 million is being committed to tackle homelessness in County Durham after its council was successful in a bid for funding.
Thousands awarded to extend food bank
Published February 22, 2024 9.25am
A scheme which provides advice and assistance to people in need has received over £80,000 in funding to expand its food bank programme.
Three more celebrity chefs confirmed for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published February 20, 2024 10.55am
A BBC Saturday Kitchen presenter, an award-winning chef and a food content creator with millions of TikTok views will headline the Sunday cookery demonstration slots at this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival weekend.
Make a difference in the Chester-le-Street area
Published February 20, 2024 9.28am
Individuals who would like to help deliver positive change in the Chester-le-Street area are being invited to join the local Area Action Partnership (AAP) board.
Opportunity to help deliver £20 million worth of investment in Spennymoor
Published February 16, 2024 11.16am
An opportunity is available to play a crucial role in the ongoing regeneration of a County Durham town, helping to deliver millions of pounds worth of investment over the next 10 years.
Published February 16, 2024 10.11am
A brand-new visitor attraction telling the tale of County Durham's heritage will open this summer.
Illegal vapes seized in crackdown operation
Published February 9, 2024 10.30am
Illegal vapes worth £1,500 have been seized as crackdown efforts continue in County Durham.
Major A167 upgrades set to get underway at Newton Aycliffe
Published February 9, 2024 9.21am
A major upgrade of Newton Aycliffe's road network is set to get underway.
Could you become a community champion?
Published February 8, 2024 9.23am
An initiative which recruits local people to become trusted sources of public health information within their communities has been relaunched.
Improving Public Rights of Way for everyone
Published February 8, 2024 9.05am
A new plan is being launched setting out how County Durham's vast network of footpaths, bridleways, and byways, will be improved and made more accessible.
Junction improvement works will help "thriving" County Durham business park to expand
Published February 8, 2024 9.04am
A major improvement scheme at two junctions that will pave the way for the expansion of a County Durham business park is now underway.
"Huge and ongoing effort" to tackle poverty set to go before County Durham councillors
Published February 8, 2024 8.49am
The work being done to support people affected by poverty across County Durham will be discussed by councillors next week.
Cabinet asked to agree closure of five-pupil school
Published February 6, 2024 4.26pm
Councillors are being asked to agree the closure of a school which has the lowest pupil numbers in County Durham.
County Durham council budget to be considered by Cabinet
Published February 6, 2024 4.23pm
Leaders of a North East council will consider the authority's budget plans for 2024/25 when they meet next week.
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