Library collection scheme reintroduced in County Durham
A collection service that enabled County Durham residents to access library books during the initial coronavirus lockdown has been reintroduced.
Council launches free school meals scheme for half-term
As children across County Durham begin their half-term holiday, a new scheme has been launched to support families who rely on free...
Virtual storytelling for families returns with a seasonal twist
Creative craft sessions and a spook-tastic story will be available online for families to enjoy this half term.
Durham...
Council steps in to provide half term school meals support scheme
Senior members of Durham County Council’s Cabinet have met to discuss a scheme to provide support for eligible families during next week’s...
North East communities tackle Covid through high spirits
From Friday, September 18, stricter lockdown measures were introduced for parts of North East England which included Northumberland, North Tyneside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, South...
Sleepers keep heritage story on track
Members of the Brusselton Incline Group have collaborated with local businesses and Durham County Council to introduce a new rail heritage installation...
Entries open for 31st Environment Awards
A prestigious County Durham award, which celebrates groups and individuals who are championing a greener environment, is looking for entrants for its...
County Council pledge public consultation on Sunnydale
In a letter to the Crier this week (see below for full content), Durham County Council’s Cabinet member for children and young...
Free training hub to improve mental health and wellbeing in the workplace
A free training hub is raising the standard of mental health support for employees across County Durham.
Small and...
Managed decline: the slow death of Sunnydale must be resisted
It is over seven months since Durham County Council announced there would be an inspection of the Sunnydale campus of Greenfield Community...
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Works begin at Festival Walk
Work to transform the outdated Festival Walk shopping precinct in Spennymoor has started this week.
Redevelopment plans were finalised...
