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The annual canvass is once again about to get underway in County Durham, with residents reminded to check their voter registration details. Durham County Council will be carrying out the canvass to make sure all households’ details are up to

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why victims of rape and serious sexual offences deserve a justice system that listens, explains and stands beside them from the moment they come forward. This is why the Crown Prosecution Service’s

Residents are being invited to shape the future of the county, from housing and jobs to transport and town centres, through the creation of a brand-new County Durham Plan. Durham County Council is preparing its new local plan to meet

A County Durham landlord responsible for 300 properties has been fined over £42,000 for serious breaches of his licence. Durham County Council took legal action against Carter Property Services in Sedgefield, owned by portfolio landlord Glyn Carter, 59, after officers

Organic Waste Solutions is processing an estimated 9,000 tonnes of household food waste per year from Durham County Council, converting county-wide collections into renewable energy and agricultural bio-fertiliser. Durham County Council has started household food waste collections across the county,

The Environment Agency has closed down a waste site in County Durham after reports of illegal dumping on protected land. A court order is now in place prohibiting anyone from importing waste onto land known as Park Head Plantation, at

Cameron Gosling A County Durham mum whose teenage son tragically drowned after jumping into a river, is urging parents to speak to their children about the dangers of the water. Fiona Gosling has spent more than a decade raising awareness

Residents of Fir Tree and Harperley gathered on Tuesday evening to learn more about a regional project examining ways to improve transport in rural communities. The meeting followed growing concerns raised in neighbouring Witton-le-Wear, where members of the Women’s Institute

By Rob Beeson The July 2026 ‘Firewave’ continues to challenge our landscapes, but the dedication of our moorland communities remains unwavering. For nearly three weeks, the Crowden/Arnfield wildfire has been rumbling on through deep peat ignitions. With a very real

Residents living across Weardale are set to benefit from access to free, independent advice asCitizens Advice County Durham continues to deliver its Rural Advice Service throughout thedale.The service is designed to support people living in more isolated and rural communities,

Holdham Group recognised for customer service excellence as inspirational 23-year-old Chief Executive Luke Allan Holmes is shortlisted for outstanding personal contribution A rapidly growing County Durham rail business has been shortlisted for two of the railway industry’s most prestigious national

A lady from Hunwick has opened her own ‘Fudge Cupboard’ in the village.  Vikki, a former school teacher, began her small enterprise as a way to cope with her grief after the death of her mother. She turned an enjoyable

Following the massive success of his iconic antagonist, Eve Valentine, Midas has announced the upcoming release of a brand new game, scheduled to launch in early September. ​Designed to be played at home, the game offers a unique experience that

Sixth Form students at the event from left: Jack Burdess, Flyn Waites, Elliot Metcalfe, AJ Pye, Leon Rudd, Hudson Maddison, Bez Umoru and Codey Austin. Year 12 students at King James I Academy have won ‘The KEY+ Pitch Innovators of

Families can enjoy a full day exploring Bishop Auckland’s heritage, art and culture for less than ever before this summer as The Auckland Project launches a new all-inclusive Discovery Day Pass and opens its attractions seven days a week. A

THE Hamsterley Forest Planning Application that was submitted almost two years ago has still not been heard and therefore decided. The application by Forestry England, Forest Holidays and Go Ape was first submitted in November 2024 and deferred four times