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A South Stanley family has become the face of fostering in County Durham after agreeing to help raise awareness of the urgent need for more foster carers in the county.

Failing to get his dog microchipped has left a County Durham man with a criminal conviction and financially worse off.

"Loneliness can affect us all, regardless of age or whether we live alone, and it's vital we do as much as we can to ensure everyone feels a part of our community."

Make your new year's resolution to learn more about your family history, with the help of two archive courses.

A County Durham cemetery that offers a beautiful place of rest has been recognised at a national awards ceremony.

More modern, vibrant and innovative leisure services are promised for County Durham as part of £63 million plans approved today.

Two Holocaust survivors will mark Holocaust Memorial Day by sharing touching accounts of their escape from persecution.

An exciting commission is on offer for County Durham artists to create playful and interactive work for a revamped venue.

People aiming to get fit for the new year can try a selection of new aqua classes for free.

Residents are being encouraged to express their views on plans to replace a dated city centre bus station with a more modern and welcoming facility.

A Scandinavian delegation has visited County Durham to learn about pioneering energy efficiency techniques.

Musical theatre fans can enjoy the magic of the West End in the heart of County Durham this year, including special dementia friendly film screenings.

A County Durham schoolgirl has told a council chairman about her mission to rid her local area of rubbish.

News of potential job losses at Hitachi's Newton Aycliffe factory has been met with sadness.

Villagers are to be asked for their views on the future of a building that has blighted their community for more than 20 years.

Our employees and elected members gave families in need a helping hand this Christmas.

Two County Durham theatres are celebrating the end of a magical pantomime season as the curtains fall on their most successful Christmas shows ever.

Real accounts of adventure, arrest and a suspect sailor will be brought to life through historical records as monthly history sessions resume.

A vacant community building will be full of life once more when it reopens as an Irish dance studio and the headquarters of a family run business.

Ensuring the uptake of cancer screening programmes and childhood vaccinations remain above the national average are among the achievements to be outlined to councillors.