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Progress continues for new County Durham Plan
A public consultation will mark the first formal stage of a new planning framework for County Durham. Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked next week to agree proposals for the council to engage with residents, businesses and stakeholders on
THE WEARDALE ASSOCIATION FOR THE PROSECUTION OF FELONS AND OTHER OFFENDERS
President Clement O’Donovan (centre) with Andrew Patterson, left and Terry Ashby, right. IF you were the victim of a crime, you would expect the judicial process to begin, involving the police, the public prosecution service and the courts culminating in
Weardalians shake their bootees in Seaham
A GROUP of Weardalians set off to Seaham on Sunday night to take part in a Silent Disco Walk event. Organised by the Shoreline Shakers, headed by Karen Savage, the walk began at Nose’s Point on the western side of
PCC Joy Allen invites public input on Anti-Social Behaviour ahead of July Accountability Meeting
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen is calling on residents and businesses to share their experiences of anti-social behaviour (ASB) by completing her latest survey ahead of her next Public Accountability Meeting (PAM) on 2 July 2026, which will focus
Stanhope Community Centre
Harperley 10-year-old chosen for Team GB
A TEN-year-old from Harperley Hall has been chosen to represent her country in an international gymnastics showcase. Imogen Atkinson, a pupil at Witton-le-Wear Primary School, is a member of Astrid Academy of Movement, based in Kirk Merrington. She currently attends
MP attends Stanhope Open Air Pool
A LOT has been going on behind the scenes with the group who is working hard to try and re=open Stanhope Open Air Swimming Pool. And recently, they welcomed the Dale’s MP, Sam Rushworth, to see what has been happening
Christian Choir Director Needed
IS there anyone out there who may be interested in becoming a Choir Director for churches around the Dale? Rev Graeme Holdsworth is experimenting with the idea of perhaps developing a Christian Choir that would move up and down Dale,
Robson Green brings BBC’s Made Of Here campaign to Alnwick Castle
One of the North East’s best known screen stars has voiced a unique BBC film projected onto the landmark Alnwick Castle. Robson Green provided the voiceover for the distinctive footage which was created to underline the BBC’s commitment to homegrown
Santa Express returns to Weardale Railway this Christmas
The magic of Christmas is set to return to Weardale Railway this winter, as the much-loved Santa Express welcomes families back for a festive experience running from 28 November to 24 December. Promising to be bigger and better than ever,
New College Durham approved to deliver Apprenticeship Units
(L-R) Natasha Francis, Director of Apprenticeships and Partnerships and Sharon Bennett, Assistant Principal, Partnerships and Skills, New College Durham New College Durham (NCD) has been approved by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to deliver Apprenticeship Units, marking a
12 Local Network drop-in events taking place across the county over the coming weeks.
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
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
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
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
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
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