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Three more celebrity chefs confirmed for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published February 20, 2024 10.55am
A BBC Saturday Kitchen presenter, an award-winning chef and a food content creator with millions of TikTok views will headline the Sunday cookery demonstration slots at this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival weekend.
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The Story to open this summer
Published February 16, 2024 10.11am
A brand-new visitor attraction telling the tale of County Durham's heritage will open this summer.
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BOSH! First celebrity chefs revealed for this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published February 01, 2024 10.52am
A duo billed as "the world's biggest vegan and plant-based chefs" are among the headliners at this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival, organisers have revealed.
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Charitable trust would bring "numerous advantages" to County Durham's cultural scene
Published January 10, 2024 10.08am
A proposal to establish a new charitable trust to boost fundraising support for County Durham's cultural venues and activities will be considered by councillors next week.
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Comedy legend takes final bow at best-selling panto
Published January 05, 2024 10.13am
Comedian and actor Tommy Cannon has announced his retirement from pantomime following record-breaking performances in Consett Empire's Jack and the Beanstalk.
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Work of 99 "incredibly talented" local artists goes on show at Bishop Auckland Town Hall
Published January 04, 2024 1.37pm
Stunning seascapes, animal portraits, and a model of the theatre once managed by Stan Laurel's father are among the artworks on display at an exhibition in Bishop Auckland.
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75 years of Newton Aycliffe
Published April 19, 2022 11.36am
Celebrations are taking place across one County Durham town today, marking 75 years since it was created.