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12 Local Network drop-in events taking place across the county over the coming weeks.

27 May 2026

The Local Networks are building on the work of the Area Action Partnerships (AAPs) that you may have previously had some contact with. These drop-in events are being held to provide an opportunity for residents, partners, councillors and community group

Gardening Column by Sara Milne

26 May 2026

THE SCENT OF SUMMER June is a lovely month to be in the garden – and although there are still plenty of jobs to do you can take time to sit back and smell the roses, as they will be

Council prepares for Appleby Horse Fair

26 May 2026

Temporary Stop Over Areas (TSOAs) are being set up in County Durham ahead of this year’s Appleby Horse Fair. The fair is taking place from Thursday 4 to Wednesday 10 June, and Durham County Council is establishing TSOAs along roads

Fun Day on Wolsingham Farm a tremendous success

25 May 2026

THE first Fun Day at Holywell Farm, Wolsingham was very popular with both Weardalians and visitors yesterday (May 24th). Organised by farmer, Steven Love and his partner, Arrianne Nelson it was held in a large field usually used for fattening

Jessica’s sheep support show

25 May 2026

THE Manager of the Lakes and Dales Co-op in St John’s Chapel has been busy for weeks – making sheep. In her spare time, Jessica has been crocheting all breeds of the favourite farmyard animal to herald the annual Eastgate

Big Weekend at Stanhope

22 May 2026

Get ready for a Big Weekend at the Weardale Railway in early June. Organised by the indefatigable County Councillor Anita Savory, the two-day event will be held in and around the Weardale Railway. There will be craft and food stalls

Residents invited to Local Network drop-ins

22 May 2026

Residents in County Durham can find out more about their Local Network at a series of information events. Each of Durham County Council’s 12 Local Network’s will be hosting drop-in sessions for residents throughout June. Residents and partners can meet

Mental Health Matters – and So Does How We Respond

22 May 2026

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why mental health must be seen not only as a health issue, but also as a community safety issue. She also highlights the day-to-day impact on police officers and staff, and why

Alzheimer’s Society special train comes to Weardale

22 May 2026

A TRAIN full of people with dementia and their carers left Bishop Auckland Railway station and journeyed into Weardale on Tuesday. They enjoyed the scenic ride, pausing at Wolsingham where they were entertained by the Weardale Warblers, led by Sinead

PRESS RELEASE: Firefighters issue wildfire and water safety warning ahead of Bank Holiday weekend

22 May 2026

Firefighters are urging the public not to have disposable BBQs in the open or take risks near the water during the hot weather this Bank Holiday weekend. With temperatures set to soar to over 26°C across the North East over

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