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A couple who moved into their tenant's spare bedroom while she was still living there have both received criminal convictions.

Owners and tenants in Bishop Auckland looking to redevelop their properties, or bring empty buildings back into use, can benefit from a new round of grant funding.

The illustrator behind Rupert Bear's official annual and a teenager with a talent for creating striking artworks from glass are both featured in a free exhibition celebrating the talents of artists who live and work in County Durham.

A shared vision for Durham City will be discussed by councillors when they meet next week.

Ensuring everyone has access to a warm, safe and affordable home that meets their needs is just one of the priorities set out in a new housing plan for County Durham.

A proposal to combine an infant school with a neighbouring junior school to ensure the best possible outcomes for children will be considered by councillors next week.

Employment levels and productivity rates across County Durham now exceed pre-Covid levels of performance.

A new fleet of tractors is helping to prevent slips and falls in County Durham this winter.

Virtual parking permits are now available for residents in Durham City who live within the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ).

Parents in County Durham are being reminded of the upcoming deadline to apply for a primary school place for their child.

A shop owner found with £5,620 worth of illegal tobacco products on his premises has received a suspended prison sentence and has been left more than £1,000 out of pocket.

A County Durham heritage and registration venue has attracted almost 60,000 people in its first five months - more than twice the number of visitors projected.

A landlord with a portfolio of houses has been fined in court for a second time this year, for failing to comply with his licensing obligations.

Residents are being reminded that Customer Access Points and most of our other buildings will be closed over the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Christmas hampers and free pantomime shows are bringing extra festive cheer to a County Durham village.

Up-and-coming musicians from across the North East are being invited to apply to be part of one of the region's biggest events.

Repairs to a historic County Durham bridge have reached a key milestone as the final pieces have been dismantled.

We have announced we will once again offer free parking after 3pm in our car parks this festive season.

We have secured a prestigious national climate change award while retaining our green accreditation for the third year running.

A new facility opens its doors today offering safe housing and longer-term support for women across County Durham.