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The new vicar in Weardale – Rev Graeme Holdsworth – is writing a weekly blog, which is both informative about Christianity but a very interesting insight into the life and work of a rural Pastor. You can follow his musings

An eye-opening educational programme is underway to immerse teenagers in the reality of driving dangerously or irresponsibly on the region’s roads. Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has contributed £1,000 towards the multi-agency initiative, led by the constabulary, which has

A plan setting out how children with special educational needs and disabilities will be supported in County Durham has been submitted to government. Durham County Council has submitted its SEND Local Area Reform Plan (LARP) to the Department for Education,

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why ensuring the vehicle you are driving is roadworthy is hugely important and that it is rarely one action that prevents a collision, death or serious injury but a series of small

Press pass applications for the Great Yorkshire Show must be received by no later than this Friday 26 June: https://media.yasdigital.com/press-pass-applications/ The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) will host a variety of activities at their stand (Number 194) at this

(L-R) Cllr Adrian Schulman, Durham County Council’s deputy armed forces champion; Cllr Robbie Rodiss, Chair of Durham County Council; Cllr Dawn Bellingham, Durham County Council’s Cabinet member for communities and civic resilience; Commander Ian Berry MBE, Deputy Lieutenant for County

Work has started on a £4 million petrol station scheme. Contractors have broken ground on an EG On The Move site, convenience store and Starbucks drive-thru at the Integra 61 development, near Bowburn, County Durham. Bosses say the venture will

A more preventative and outcome-focused approach is key to tackling poverty and financial insecurity across County Durham, councillors will hear. Durham County Council’s Cabinet will next week learn more about the authority’s strategic approach to tackling the issue, and hear

An interim planning policy could soon be implemented across County Durham to prevent an overconcentration of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), following a consultation with residents and local organisations. Last year, Durham County Council agreed to increase its coverage of

An opening date has been announced for Durham City’s latest cultural attraction, heralding the start of an exciting new chapter for art, history and innovation in the North East. Durham County Council has confirmed The Light will open its doors

MP Dr Sam Rushworth with the young dancers from Tow Law with their Maypole. THE annual Summer Fayre at Fir Tree was held on the Brewery field on Saturday (June 20) and the sun shone on it from start to

The CLA (Country Land and Business Association) has commented on the Prime Minister’s resignation earlier today. CLA President Gavin Lane said: “A change in Prime Minister must mark the beginning of a rural reset.” “The next leader should seize this

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

PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, the importance of listening to the people she serves and why joint public engagement surgeries help identify common concerns and gaps in awareness (particularly around victims’ rights). One of the most important

TWO decades after it closed as a place of worship, the magnificent Grade II* listed Methodist chapel at Westgate in Weardale is to be restored and run by Trades4Care (T4C) to create opportunities for young adults interested in pursuing careers

A COFFEE Morning held to raise funds for the forthcoming Flower Festival in Tow Law took place in The Barn at Blackhall Farm at Harperley Hall. It was a huge success with scores of people – many from Tow Law

Caleb Watson, youth representative from Stockton-on-Tees and Nancy Best, youth councillor for County Durham. Youngsters from across the North East and Cumbria have united in their first ever political summit. Youth councillors and Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) from ten