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The Government's decision to slash northern transport funding by more than half will deprive the region of vital investment at a critical time, as well as undermining promises to close the North/South divide, according to Transport for the North.

A successful community arts programme that offers fun and friendship to older people is being expanded this year and has received national recognition for its efforts.

A builder who had defrauded customers out of thousands of pounds has been jailed for 12 months.

Work is set to be carried out at a historic Durham City building to preserve its heritage for centuries to come.

A programme which aims to increase employment opportunities for people in County Durham is inviting organisations to apply for a grant, after it secured an extension of funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).

A brand new tribute to those who lost their lives in the First World War has taken up pride of place on a County Durham village green.

Electric vehicle charging points will become more widespread across County Durham in a move to reduce carbon emissions and make it easier for residents to own electric cars.

As we enter the second week of the third national lockdown, we once again thank all residents who have done their bit by staying at home as much possible.

People from across the UK could see their own artistic visions brought to life at Lumiere this year thanks to the return of a £50,000 commissioning scheme.

School pupils in County Durham got creative to design posters aimed at reinforcing the important handwashing message as part of the fight against coronavirus.

People hoping to kick off 2021 by finding out more about what lurks in their family tree can do so through new online sessions with Durham County Record Office.

Maximising the value of every pound spent in County Durham is key to developing a sustainable economy and driving forward recovery, councillors will hear.

Councillors will next week hear how partnership work is helping to support residents through the coronavirus pandemic.

One hundred cherry trees have been planted at a County Durham park, marking 150 years of friendship between Japan and the UK.

The North East's largest council is poised to invest £5 million to help businesses recover from the coronavirus pandemic.

Councillors will this month be updated on plans to bid for Government funding which could help provide tens of millions of pounds of improvements to a North East town and the surrounding area.

The Prime Minister has rightly imposed a national lockdown in England, meaning we must all now stay at home except for essential reasons.

Covid-19 is continuing to ramp up the pressure on NHS services nationally and it is abundantly clear that national action is required.

Since the outbreak of the pandemic we have continuously worked with schools to prioritise the education of our children and young people, including establishing remote learning when necessary.

Today the North East has been placed into Tier 4 restrictions by government, alongside many other parts of the country.