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AFTER 18 long months, the MS shop in Stanhope has re-opened with a whole new refurbishment and lots of high-quality goods at very affordable prices. The official opening was a step back in time with all the old faces gathering

Situated in Angate Street and run by Ken Craven for the last 37 years, the fish and chip shop will close and be made into Ken’s adjoining home. He is retiring and at the age of 85, with a lifetime

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why her connection to SSAFA Durham is deeply personal, shaped by her years as the wife of a serving soldier and her time living and working within the military community. Those experiences

A local crafter is preparing for an experience of a lifetime by showcasing and selling her innovative designs in Birmingham. Claire Nicholas, originally from Howden-le-Wear and a former pupil of Wolsingham School, is heading to the BBC’s Gardeners’ World Live

Visitors to the Durham Dales Centre in Stanhope can now enjoy a fresh new dining experience following the opening of Cavaliere, a new Italian-inspired café from the owners of the popular Buon Appetito restaurant in Wolsingham. The new venture, which

The Moorland Association are seeking your views on this rural question as follows: Defra is consulting on proposals to prohibit trail hunting in England and Wales. The consultation follows the Government’s commitment to introduce a ban and asks a wide

Music lovers can dance, walk and ride to the beat in a new feature for Durham Brass Festival. The region’s biggest brass celebration returns to County Durham from Sunday 12 to Sunday 19 July, bringing seven days of exciting performances,

Robert Omerod from Wolsingham with some of his exhibits. FOLLOWING on from the Fusion Art Group’s exhibition and sale in the St Anne’s Centre came the similar event held in St Thomas RC church hall in the town on Saturday.

Village Hall set to be the beating heart of a community By Shelley and Jackie There was a real buzz in Howden Village Hall on 30th May. The event gave user groups a chance to showcase their activities and, as

THE highly popular and successful Fire Cadet Scheme in Stanhope is to end in a few weeks’ time with the young people and their parents very upset at the news. The scheme, introduced in 2017, provides fire service training for

Local school-girl Freya Hodkinson has knocked on the door of No. 10 Downing Street and hand-delivered a letter to the Prime Minister as part of her campaign to raise awareness of Tourette syndrome.  The Crook-based family visited Parliament on Monday 1st June,

Dog owners are being warned that hugging their pet may not be as comforting for the dog as it feels for the owner, with some dogs simply tolerating the interaction rather than enjoying it. Jo Hinds, COAPE-certified behaviourist and Dynamic

A scheme designed to reduce congestion caused by roadworks has been recommended for approval. Next week, Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to note an application to government to introduce a Lane Rental Scheme in County Durham. Lane Rental

A council is celebrating a successful financial year of investment, increased employment, reduced fly-tipping, and prevention of homelessness, as it continues to meet its priorities for the county. At the end of last year, Durham County Council set out its