£60,000 funding boost to support women across County Durham and Darlington
Community organisations across County Durham and Darlington are set to share £60,000 in new funding to support women facing complex challenges, following investment from Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen.
Woman fined for using Blue Badge to avoid parking ticket
A woman has been fined after being caught using the Blue Badge of an elderly man she used to care for.
CARRIAGE arrives at the Stute
On the threshold between labour and creation, body and mind blur in a quickening spiral. Two workers harness their powers of creation to free themselves from eternal drudgery – beckoned to pioneer a new world.
CARRIAGE is to be performed at The Shildon Institute on Friday 6 February!
Apprentices deliver interactive STEM experience for 60 students
Apprentices took the lead in delivering a hands-on STEM activities day involving more than 60 students from three South West Durham secondary schools.
Bishop Auckland Chelsea Pensioner takes part in Cenotaph Parade
Hailing from Bishop Auckland, Chelsea Pensioner Bert Weastell proudly served in the British Army for 40 years, having several roles.
Ayclive Festival returns in July
The highly anticipated Ayclive Festival is set to return to the OakLeaf Sports Field on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th July, promising a weekend of live music, family fun, and community spirit.
Free Ice Rink at Spennymoor Christmas Market
A free outdoor synthetic ice rink is coming to the heart of Spennymoor on Saturday 14th December from midday until 6pm.
Christine is going for gold at British Transplant Games
Christine Woodgate from Bishop Auckland, who underwent a life-saving transplant, is gearing up to join hundreds of fellow transplant recipients at the British Transplant Games this week.
Durham walking and cycling routes to be improved
Durham County Council started works to enhance footpaths along the A691 and B6532 between Sniperley roundabout, Aykley Heads roundabout and County Hall.
Bishop FM at music awards
Earlier this month, the Audio Radio Industry Awards were held and Peter Rush from Bishop FM and Aycliffe Radio attended the event.












