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Visitors are invited to step back in time with two new exhibitions showing the giant prehistoric monsters that once roamed the UK and Europe.

A new visitor attraction celebrating the past, present and future of County Durham will open to the public next week.

One of the region's best-loved music events is once again going on the road when it makes its eagerly-awaited return next month.

In a week when the contribution of volunteers is under the spotlight nationally, three County Durham residents have spoken about the transformational impact volunteering has had on their lives.

Young drivers have been learning about the 'fatal four' causes of collisions as part of a programme to improve safety on roads.

A Consett shop which was reportedly selling illegal vapes and tobacco to underage children has been ordered to shut for three months.

The full celebrity line up for Seaham Food Festival has been confirmed with the announcement of the final chefs who will be taking to the cookery stage.

People in County Durham are being reminded that they must be registered to vote if they wish to have their say in the forthcoming UK Parliamentary General Election.

A popular series of guided walks in a County Durham coastal town will return this month.

Work to refurbish a gateway to Durham City will begin next month.

A charity supporting premature and sick new babies and a group that tackles loneliness and social isolation are set to receive an extra boost.

A County Durham man who was spotted collecting scrap metal has been ordered to pay out more than £600 after he failed to produce the required documentation.

An evening of live theatre featuring four short plays from North East writers will be performed at a County Durham venue this week.

We have committed more funding to a charity that provides vital advice to residents across County Durham.

Two Seaham businesses have been ordered to close for three months after more than £7,000 worth of illegal cigarettes and vapes were seized.

Walking and cycling routes to Durham City's main employment, education and tourist sites are set to benefit from better connections as part of a £3.7million scheme.

A prospectus presenting 24 of County Durham's most compelling investment opportunities has been launched to an international audience at a major trade conference.

A County Durham man has been fined hundreds of pounds after failing to assist with a fly-tipping investigation.

A woman who uses her pub to connect others, a man who helps young people gain important experience and skills, and a farmer who has dedicated a quarter of a century to his community have each received a prestigious award.

A shop in County Durham has been ordered to close for three months after selling illegal cigarettes and tobacco.