Scrutiny panel recruitment open
The Office of the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) is keen to hear from members of the community across Durham and Darlington who...
Tougher Penalties for Environmental Offences in County Durham
Durham County Council introduces higher fines for environmental offences. The new penalties aim to deter fly-tipping, littering, and graffiti.
Stalking Awareness Week
“If you are experiencing stalking, please tell someone. If you’re not ready to talk to police, there are other people who can help.”
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New Mayor appointed for Durham
Cllr Liz Brown begins her term as Mayor of Durham for 2024/25, having served as a local councillor since 2017 and as a parish councillor since 2018.
North East dog owners vow to keep pets amid economic challenges
North East dog lovers are steadfast in their commitment to their pets, even as economic uncertainties prevail, research has revealed.
North East tourism campaign is a hit stateside
The North East’s incredible icons, exciting adventures and distinctive food and drink have been showcased in the US as part of a campaign in partnership with national tourism agency VisitBritain, aimed at growing inbound visits to the region.
Third place for North East U16 boys
Sedgefield Water Polo Club would like to congratulate Aston, Tyler, Thomas and Harry who were selected to represent the North East U16 Boys at...
Young players Manup in Manchester
Sedgefield Water Polo Club sent a young men’s team to compete at the ManUp Festival in Salford Quays, Manchester recently.
Global ‘whistle-up’ signals start of railway bicentenary
A celebratory cacophony of train locomotive whistles and horns took place at midday on 1 January to signal the start of the 200th anniversary of the modern railway.
Transport funding cut ‘short sighted’
A £50 million cut to transport funding for County Durham has been labelled “short-sighted” and criticised for the “huge impact” on residents.
