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News-Stop smoking for Stoptober
Published September 26, 2024 1.46pm
Stoptober is back, calling on smokers in the North East and across England to join the 2.5 million others who have made a quit attempt during the national campaign.
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News-Council tax reduction scheme extended across County Durham
Published September 25, 2024 12.00pm
Councillors have agreed to extend a council tax reduction scheme which supports County Durham's most vulnerable residents.
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News-New mural celebrates mining heritage
Published September 24, 2024 11.34am
A mural honouring a town's mining history has been unveiled in County Durham.
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News- Award for parking and transport
Published September 23, 2024 10.15am
We've won a national award for our parking and transport services.
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News-County Durham marina reaches full occupancy
Published September 23, 2024 10.09am
An award-winning marina is going from strength-to-strength, with all berths and commercial units now fully occupied.
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News-Residents' views sought on our budget
Published September 20, 2024 11.50am
Residents in County Durham are being invited to have their say on proposals to balance our budgets next year and beyond.
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News-Anti-social behaviour controls get the go-ahead for Durham City
Published September 18, 2024 12.43pm
New proposals to control anti-social behaviour in Durham City have been given the green light.
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News-Unlicensed landlord prosecuted after failing to address multiple hazards in family of eight's home
Published September 13, 2024 10.13am
An unlicensed landlord who failed to carry out repairs to one of his properties, resulting in a family of eight living in damp and unsafe conditions, has been ordered to pay out more than £3,000 in court fines and charges for breaching legislation.
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News-Councillors to consider extending council tax discount scheme for most vulnerable residents
Published September 11, 2024 10.29am
A proposal to extend a council tax discount scheme which supports County Durham's most vulnerable residents will be considered by councillors next week.
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News-Food waste collections considered for County Durham
Published September 11, 2024 9.28am
The region's largest council will consider preparations to begin collecting food waste.
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News-Support for plans to control anti-social behaviour in Durham City
Published September 10, 2024 4.00pm
Proposals to control anti-social behaviour in Durham City could move a step closer next week following the outcome of a consultation.
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News-Autumn exhibitions bring unique insights and challenge preconceptions
Published September 09, 2024 10.39am
Two thought-provoking exhibitions will provide first-hand insights into the experiences of young people in care and those with disabilities in the workplace.
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News-Chewing gum busters hit city centre's streets
Published September 06, 2024 6.34pm
A dusk til dawn blitz on chewing gum is underway in Durham City.
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News-Unlicensed scrap metal dealer ordered to pay £2,500 by court
Published September 06, 2024 10.50am
A man previously banned from collecting scrap metal after being convicted of multiple offences in both County Durham and Northumberland has been caught flouting the law again.
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News-Empire Consett reopen to public
Published September 06, 2024 9.52am
The stage is set for Empire Consett to reopen following the completion of remedial works.
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News-Major milestone as first tenant signs up for £100million science park expansion
Published September 05, 2024 5.22pm
A leading tech firm which supplies components and subsystems to space, aerospace, defence and telecoms is the first tenant to sign up for a new unit in a growing County Durham science park.
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News-10 fascinating experiences to enjoy during Heritage Open Days 2024
Published September 05, 2024 9.06am
Behind the scenes tours, guided history walks, special train rides and free entry to some of the region's most popular attractions - County Durham is all set for Heritage Open Days 2024.
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News-Celebrating 75 years of Newton Aycliffe
Published September 04, 2024 9.10am
Live music, family entertainment and a host of classic cars and vintage buses will greet visitors to Newton Aycliffe this weekend.
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News-From Glasto to Gala - tickets go on sale for Durham singer-songwriter's homecoming gig
Published September 03, 2024 10.19am
She's played at Glastonbury, supported the likes of Tom Jones and Martha Reeves, and won international music awards.
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News-County Durham to benefit from life-saving health checks to tackle cardiovascular disease
Published August 30, 2024 9.57am
County Durham is set to receive £119,000 to provide life-saving workplace health checks, helping to save people from heart disease, high blood pressure and strokes.