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The North East's largest council has scooped an honour at an annual awards ceremony which celebrates the work of public services.

The official countdown to the 2025 Stockton & Darlington Railway (S&DR) bicentennial celebrations has today (27 September) begun, as the new brand was unveiled for the anniversary to mark three years to go.

A man has been ordered to pay over £1,000 by magistrates after failing to dispose of household waste correctly.

Home care workers across County Durham are being offered support to help pass their driving tests.

Residents are being given the chance to help shape the future of the swimming pool programme at leisure centres across County Durham.

A woman has been ordered to pay hundreds of pounds after failing to assist with an investigation into waste being dumped in County Durham.

Preparations are underway at a North East council to keep priority roads clear during the winter months.

A man has been ordered to pay over £500 for failing to have suitable security staff in place at his two bars.

People in County Durham are being invited to pay their respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

A man has been ordered to pay more than £1,100 after a large fly-tip caused damage to the County Durham environment.

Plans to create a passenger rail service running from Darlington to Weardale have been submitted to government.

Members of the public are being encouraged to explore dozens of cultural attractions in County Durham free of charge this month.

Twelve primarily public sector organisations in County Durham which spend nearly £1 billion between them are working together to maximise benefits to the local area from their expenditure, councillors will hear next week.

The impact of rising inflation and increases in energy and fuel costs alongside continued budget pressures are set to be discussed by councillors next week.

Councillors will this month be asked to agree proposals which will set out a sustainable plan for a County Durham school.

Councillors at a North East authority will hear how bus services have been supported throughout the challenges of the last year.

The public has the opportunity to find out more about the history of a County Durham community as a heritage festival returns this autumn.

A County Durham town is set to come alive with all the fun of the circus this weekend.

Did you know that there are a whole host of digital tools and facilities available for free as part of your thrive membership to enhance your exercise routine?

Talented young actors are set to take to the stage as a hit film is adapted for Gala Durham.