Burnham raises more than £30k
Andy Burnham’s historic participation in the Great North Run has raised more than £30,000 to get rough sleepers off the streets of the North East.
Litter pick campaign re-launches for autumn
As the leaves start to fall and the nights draw in, communities across County Durham are being invited to help give the county a Big Autumn Clean.
Tourism tax explained
The North East mayor will be given the power to introduce a new tourist tax.
PCC unveils new ‘listening surgeries’ as part of her mission to deliver a first-class...
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen is piloting a new programme of Community Listening Surgeries, giving victims and residents affected by crime and anti-social behaviour a safe and supportive space to share their experiences.
Council to consider allowing show cockerels on allotments
Show cockerels may be allowed on allotments in County Durham as a local authority reviews its policy following discussions with residents.
New College Durham strengthens business support with development of specialist Training and Skills Development...
New College Durham is strengthening its role at the heart of the North East’s skills agenda with the launch of a new dedicated, business-facing Training and Skills Development facility.
Decision to be made on C31 road future
The C31 Crakehill Bank in Hamsterley, which continues to be affected by extensive subsidence, could be permanently closed.
Calling on Government to Fund Front Line, Not Costly Mergers
My message to Government is simple: spend taxpayers’ money strengthening the frontline, not on a costly bureaucratic restructure that the public neither asked for, voted for, nor was promised in any manifesto, writes Joy Allen.
Photography Exhibition
Rainton Meadows Wildlife Photography Group are presenting an exhibition of wildlife photographs taken by group members on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September, from 10am to 4pm.
Water sports taster for 65+
Ever thought about trying water sports but not sure if it’s for you? Age UK County Durham are running a FREE taster session open to anyone 65+ living in County Durham.
