Enjoy the magic of panto at home
A festive story filmed in four thrilling instalments is set to deliver pantomime magic to County Durham and beyond next week (oh...
Pandemic restricts funding sources for local animal rescue charity
A Coxhoe-based animal rescue and welfare charity is encouraging animal lovers to help see it through the Covid-19 pandemic by donating electronically...
Chilton remembers the fallen
Despite the Covid restrictions, on Sunday 8th November, Chilton remembered their fallen in a scaled-down but very poignant manner that reverently marked Remembrance Sunday...
Spennymoor remembers
Spennymoor's official Remembrance service took place on Sunday in socially distanced circumstances.
Town Mayor, Cllr Liz Maddison said: "It...
Soldiers’ stories brought to life for Remembrance
An interactive programme which uses actors, virtual sessions and objects to tell the stories of County Durham soldiers has been produced to...
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.
Community defibrillator unveiled in Chilton
Chilton Town Mayor, Councillor Elizabeth Bruce, met with Alex Mason, the North East Ambulance Service's Community Resuscitation Officer and Gary Armstrong of...
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...
Second Bishop Auckland pub closes after breaking covid rules
A second Bishop Auckland public house has been forced to close by Durham County Council community protection officers after a serious breach...
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...
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