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People in County Durham are being encouraged to volunteer to help look after their countryside.

Proposed changes to the way in which we work with residents, communities, councillors, and partners will be considered next week.

New opening arrangements are being proposed at four Customer Access Points in County Durham amid changes to how people access services.

Decisions to consult on savings whilst seeking to protect frontline services in the face of both inflationary and demand-driven cost pressures are set to be discussed by councillors next week.

Roadworks will get under way at a busy Durham City junction next week as part of a scheme to make it safer for people to cross.

Plans to enhance Consett and create a vibrant and thriving town centre have moved into their final stage.

A feast of free family fun lies in wait for visitors to this summer's Seaham Food Festival.

Killhope Lead Mining Museum has announced its programme of events for the summer holidays.

A precautionary road closure will be put in place on an approach to a County Durham crossroads next week.

Proposals have been submitted to create a new centre which brings together leisure, library, and children's services.

People are being encouraged to have their say on a new housing strategy for County Durham.

Year-long celebrations are set to begin to mark 75 years of an East Durham town.

A scheme has been recognised for its efforts to create social value opportunities across County Durham with a prestigious national award.

Staff and elected members at a North East council will celebrate civilian and uniformed personnel on a national day to honour the armed forces community.

A care worker who has played a key role in supporting vulnerable children and young people in County Durham has been awarded an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours.

Plans to extend one of Durham City's three Park and Ride sites have been given the green light.

A County Durham man has been left with a bill of almost £12,500 after trading standards officers found illegal vapes being sold from his shop on two separate occasions.

Four County Durham residents have been recognised for outstanding service to their communities.

A former headteacher and lifelong Durham resident has taken over as the city's new mayor.

The latest famous faces heading to the County Durham coastline for a popular food festival have been announced.