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News-Free After 3pm returns to County Durham this Christmas
Published December 10, 2024 11.54am
We have announced we will once again offer free parking after 3pm in our car parks this festive season.
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News-National award for cutting carbon emissions
Published December 10, 2024 9.35am
We have secured a prestigious national climate change award while retaining our green accreditation for the third year running.
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News-Supporting County Durham women through homelessness
Published December 09, 2024 11.58am
A new facility opens its doors today offering safe housing and longer-term support for women across County Durham.
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News-Industrial artwork celebrates past and future of Durham cultural attraction
Published December 09, 2024 10.21am
An industrial artwork at the heart of the DLI Museum and Art Gallery will serve as a unique time capsule celebrating the venue's past and future.
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News-Christmas food boxes spread cheer to families in need
Published December 09, 2024 10.05am
Thousands of families in County Durham will be given some extra Christmas cheer through a food box scheme.
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News-Consultation on proposals to balance our budget
Published December 06, 2024 10.57am
Residents are being asked to have their say on new savings proposals as we work towards finalising our budget proposals for next year.
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News- Construction firm fined £10,000 for failing to repair Grade II listed church
Published December 06, 2024 9.06am
The owner of a Grade II listed church located at the heart of a conservation area has been fined £10,000 for failing to carry out essential repairs.
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News-Open your heart and your home through Shared Lives
Published December 06, 2024 9.03am
"Every day there is something new when you have people to stay for respite. Even just a little difference can be huge for them. It's our pleasure having them to stay - I wish I'd done it years ago."
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News-Spreading Christmas cheer across County Durham
Published December 04, 2024 5.07pm
Towns and villages across County Durham are being transformed into festive wonderlands this month.
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News-Changes to County Durham bin collections at Christmas
Published December 04, 2024 11.24am
Residents in County Durham are being reminded of changes to bin collections over the Christmas period.
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News-Roman brings festive sparkle to County Hall
Published December 04, 2024 10.08am
A civic building in Durham City has received some extra festive sparkle thanks to a nine-year-old boy and his siblings.
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News-New roundabout to cut congestion at busy crossroads
Published December 03, 2024 10.25am
A new roundabout designed to reduce congestion at the busy Seaton Lane junction is now open.
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News-Seaham Food Festival dates confirmed - trader applications open now
Published December 03, 2024 10.01am
Though the weather might be getting colder, organisers of one of the region's biggest summer food festivals have announced dates for next year.
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News-Shop closed after £16,000 of illegal items discovered behind fake wall
Published November 29, 2024 10.10am
A shop in Peterlee has been ordered to close after illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes worth over £16,000 were found hidden in the premises.
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News-Council adjusts budget to reflect Autumn Statement
Published November 29, 2024 9.25am
Leaders at the region's largest council will be given an update on its financial position following the Autumn Budget.
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News-£11m funding for NETPark
Published November 27, 2024 6.00pm
Our North East Technology Park (NETPark) is to receive more than £11m towards its expansion.
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News-Meeting County Durham's housing needs
Published November 26, 2024 3.20pm
Councillors in County Durham will discuss the allocation of social housing when they meet next week.
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News-Millions invested into towns and villages in County Durham
Published November 26, 2024 2.14pm
A £25 million scheme to transform towns and villages across County Durham is going from strength-to-strength, with more than £13 million invested and many more exciting projects in the pipeline.
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News-School scoops prestigious prize for outdoor play
Published November 26, 2024 9.55am
A wildlife garden, mud kitchen, sports zone and tunnel are just some of the exciting activities on offer at a County Durham primary school with one of the best outdoor play offers in the country.
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News-Council asks for views on future of Bishop Auckland
Published November 25, 2024 10.19am
Residents and businesses are being asked to have their say on their feelings for and interactions with Bishop Auckland to help support its ongoing regeneration.