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Businessman fined £48K after nine people found sleeping in dangerous office block

26 February 2026

The owner of an empty office block in Peterlee has been ordered to pay a £48,000 fine after nine people were found sleeping inside the building during a fire safety check. Tarlochan Singh, 48, from Cryfield Grange Road, Coventry, was

Costly court appearance follows County Durham fly-tip

25 February 2026

A woman has been ordered to pay almost £1,000 following a County Durham fly-tip. Durham County Council’s wardens found a large amount of household waste at the back of Brewer Street, Bishop Auckland, in March last year. Among furniture, bags

Fields of waste: Farmers under siege as fly-tipping hits new levels

25 February 2026

Farmers’ fields and country lanes are being buried under piles of waste, with new figures showing fly-tipping in England has hit record highs with a 9% year-on-year increase in fly-tipping incidents. Breakdowns of some key factors in North sub-regions (North

The Auckland Project strikes gold with VisitEngland

24 February 2026

Hazel Robson and Sarah Townsend. Photo: Chris Booth The Auckland Project’s heritage holiday accommodation has been recognised at the highest level after achieving outstanding results in its latest VisitEngland quality assessment. A selection of properties within Auckland Palace Stays were awarded

CLA comments on Environment Secretary’s £345m funding announcement

24 February 2026

The CLA (Country Land and Business Association) has commented on Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds’ announcement today of £345 million to fund innovation, new technology and infrastructure to boost farm productivity and support the conditions for more affordable food over time.

International Women’s Day Event to help unemployed women with jobs and funded training

24 February 2026

Wave, a national water retailer and major County Durham employer, is hosting a free event to help unemployed women find jobs and free training. Up to 200 women can sign up to the Helping Women into Employment event at the

The Auckland Project appoints Director of Marketing and Communications

23 February 2026

The Auckland Project has appointed Stephen Reed as its new Director of Marketing and Communications, strengthening the organisations senior leadership team as it continues to grow its cultural and heritage profile. Stephen has more than two decades of experience in

We’re Putting More Police on your Streets

20 February 2026

When local people talk to me about policing, they are clear about what matters most. They want to see more police officers and PCSOs on our streets, and firm action against the crimes that cause the greatest harm. That message

Fire service offers child ‘golden ticket’ prize as it launches firefighter for a day competition

20 February 2026

A lucky youngster in County Durham or Darlington has the chance to win a ‘golden ticket’ to become a firefighter for the day in a rare fire service competition. County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) is offering

“Town of Culture 2028 Bid”: People of Bishop Auckland we need you

20 February 2026

Bishop Auckland Town Council is delighted to announce that it is pressing ahead with a formal bid for Town of Culture 2028, marking an important step in showcasing the town’s heritage, creativity, and vibrant community spirit. The bid will celebrate

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