Sjogren’s Information Stall
There will be a Sjogren’s Disease leaflet and information stall in Durham Market on Saturday 28 June. This is in advance of World Sjogren’s Day which is on 23 July.
PCC national digital award for Clare’s Law system
A new digital tool funded by PCC Joy Allen to speed up the way disclosures about a person’s violent past are processed has won a national technology award.
New artworks unveil S&DR Trail of Discovery
The S&DR200 festival has launched a series of murals by six artists who will create nine new artworks, including two at locations in Shildon, marking the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR).
PCC welcomes Knife Angel to Newton Aycliffe
For those of you who have not seen or heard of the Knife Angel it is an extraordinary powerful symbol of both grief and hope, forged from the very weapons that have torn through too many families, too many futures, and too many communities.
Body parts, organs and animal faeces set to be burned at incinerator
Body parts, organs and animal faeces are among the hazardous waste that could be burned at a new incinerator in Newton Aycliffe.
Residents protest over incinerator health fears
Concerned locals in Newton Aycliffe have warned a “toxic” waste incinerator could impact thousands of lives.
MP in youth opportunities plea
A County Durham MP has issued an impassioned plea to support youth services by warning: “we cannot allow this generation to be wasted”.
A Need for Weeds versus a Passion for Prim
The Northern Eco, our collaborative partner for Indie News Week, brings us an exclusive report about some local research which could have national implications for local authority policy.
What are the public views of environment vs beauty, and what is the public attitude towards rewilding throughout County Durham?
PCC increases volunteering charity support
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has announced new plans to nurture and develop the skills of volunteers who work on her behalf as the UK celebrates Volunteers Week 2025.
Ayclive Festival returns in July
The highly anticipated Ayclive Festival is set to return to the OakLeaf Sports Field on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th July, promising a weekend of live music, family fun, and community spirit.
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Celebrating Kinley’s achievement at Police HQ
A special moment unfolded at Police HQ as Kinley and her family were welcomed by the Joy Allen, Durham’s Police and Crime Commissioner and Durham’s Chief Constable is Rachel Bacon to receive a brand-new iPad.
