New one-year trial bus service connects Sedgefield, Chilton and Newton Aycliffe
A new one-year trial bus service is being introduced by Durham County Council this September, providing a much-needed public transport link between Sedgefield, Chilton and Newton Aycliffe.
PCC report reveals strong early progress on the public’s top priorities
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has made a strong start to the year against her plans to secure better justice for victims and deliver lasting improvements to communities.
Power to the people: Could you take control of renewable energy in your area?
The government has (re-)announced some funding intended to help make it easier for community groups to develop community energy projects. So what is community energy? What are they hoping to achieve? So what might this mean for your community?
PCC selects Rape & Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre to deliver specialist service
County Durham and Darlington PCC selects Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre to deliver specialist sexual violence services to children and adults thanks to increased funding.
Community Reporter Scheme concludes for 2026
Our community reporter scheme has drawn to a close for 2026 with participants getting stuck into writing, making videos and learning more about how the media works.
Half-term fun at new cultural attraction
Durham County Council’s The Light, will be hosting several autumn themed activities and events, from nature trails to a spooktacular Halloween disco.
MP supports PCC’s call for fairer funding
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has written to MPs across County Durham and Darlington, urging them to back calls for a fairer funding settlement for Durham Constabulary.
In response, North Durham MP Luke Akehurst has secured a Westminster Hall debate to put the spotlight on police funding in the North East and press the case for a fairer settlement for the region’s forces.
Zero Budget, 120,000 Views: Smartphone Horror Shot in Durham Becomes Director’s Biggest Hit
An indie horror short filmed entirely on a smartphone with a zero-pound budget has smashed online records, becoming award-winning filmmaker Dean Midas’s most successful release to date.
Council seeks independent members for Audit Committee
Durham County Council is calling for applicants to join its Audit Committee, which helps to review how the local authority, and its Cabinet, governs, and manages its risks and finances.
Mayor Kim backs local charities with £1.5 million to support residents through the cost...
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has announced a further £1.5 million investment in her Mayor's Opportunity Fund, building on the success of the first four rounds which have supported 107 grassroots organisations delivering life-changing projects across the North East.
