Shildon

After a brief scare, Shildon AFC saw off Handsworth FC in an FA Vase tie that kicked off an hour late at Dean Street after the visitors were delayed due to an accident on the A1(M).

Young people from across the UK are being invited to capture their journeys and share their creativity as the National Railway Museum launches the third Young Railway Photographer of the Year competition.

The Artists Hub in Bishop Auckland is inviting local and regional artists to submit work for its upcoming Open Exhibition, offering an opportunity to showcase and sell artwork during the busy festive period.

Age UK County Durham’s commitment to help County Durham’s older population stay active has been helped by the appointment of an Activity Coordinator to...

Several bikes and illegal e-scooters seized in Darlington after being linked to anti-social and criminal behaviour have been destroyed as part of a special...

This year’s Shildon poppy appeal badges are now on sale across the town.

Shildon Town Council is inviting residents, community groups, businesses, and local organisations to take part in a new Working Party that will help develop plans for a significant community event in 2027. The first meeting of the Working Party will take place on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 6.30pm in the Civic Hall, providing an opportunity for people to share ideas, discuss possibilities, and contribute to the early planning stages of the event.

The Busy Bees are holding an Autumn Sale on Friday 23 October at Plevna Mews, Shildon from 9am till 1pm.

Several bikes and illegal e-scooters seized in Darlington after being linked to anti-social and criminal behaviour have been destroyed as part of a special police operation aimed at making communities safer. Officers were joined at the crushing operation in Shildon on Tuesday, October 6, by Darlington Borough Council representatives and Darlington MP Lola McEvoy, demonstrating the joint commitment to tackling the nuisance, disruption and safety concerns caused by these vehicles.

On Wednesday 14 October at 7.30pm at Middridge Village Hall, Keith Wilson makes a welcome return to talk about the history of Staindrop Church, giving details on the fascinating building and its architecture, and insight into how it has evolved through the centuries.