Reform councillor resigns from party
A Reform UK councillor has resigned from the party amid a probe into leaked information.
Electoral register door-knock to begin in County Durham
County Durham residents who have not yet confirmed their voter registration details will receive a visit from canvassers from Wednesday (26 August).
Unforgettable opening weekend planned for County Durham’s new cultural venue The Light
Opening weekend celebrations, summer holiday workshops, exhibitions and live performances will launch The Light as Durham City’s latest destination for culture, creativity and community.
Praise for County Durham students on results day
Seventeen and 18-year-olds across County Durham were celebrating yesterday, having received their exam results.
Bridge work to begin
Work to replace a historic city centre bridge is set to begin later this year.
Young waste carrier spared jail over licence
A 29-year-old man has narrowly avoided jail for perverting the course of justice.
Potholes funding boost
A £1.5million boost to fill in potholes across County Durham has been hailed as a “game changer”.
Shining ‘The Light’ on DLI treasures at new cultural venue
Treasured items which help to tell the stories of those who served in the Durham Light Infantry (DLI) are being prepared for display at a brand new cultural venue.
Groups invited to apply for funding
County Durham community groups can now access an additional £1.2m of funding as part of a council scheme that brings together residents, councillors, businesses and partner organisations to improve community life.
‘How do I make this go away?’: Trio fined for dumping waste
Three men have been forced to pay more than £5,500 after commercial waste was repeatedly dumped on a lane used by farmers, dog walkers, and horse riders.
