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Amanda Hopgood Begins Term as Mayor of Durham for 2026/27
A long-serving councillor who has spent two decades in local politics has taken on a new civic role.
Cllr Amanda Hopgood, who became the first...
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County Durham’s Wartime History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at...
A thought-provoking new exhibition examining the lasting impact of conflict on County Durham’s communities has opened to the public.
A Debt Beyond Words explores the...
Brassed On Returns to Durham with Unique Collaborations Between Rising Stars...
Emerging artists and acclaimed brass musicians will share the stage this summer as one of the North East’s most distinctive music festivals returns to...
Durham Business
As part of its ongoing STEM activities, Avove invited pupils to submit design ideas for the school’s garden area, with the winning concept used as inspiration for the project. Delivered during the half-term break, the works have transformed the garden into a safe and environmentally responsible outd…
A thought-provoking new exhibition examining the lasting impact of conflict on County Durham’s communities has opened to the public.
A Debt Beyond Words explores the...
A long-serving councillor who has spent two decades in local politics has taken on a new civic role.
Cllr Amanda Hopgood, who became the first...
Emerging artists and acclaimed brass musicians will share the stage this summer as one of the North East’s most distinctive music festivals returns to...
Science & Technology in Durham
Children and families across County Durham and Darlington are set to receive quicker access to vital heart assessments following the donation of a new...
YOUNG engineers at a North East school are enjoying life in the fast lane after successfully building and driving their own go-kart.Pupils from Durham Academy, in Ushaw Moor, took part in the STEM on Track programme, a national scheme which empowers young people from across the UK and Ireland to des…
Work is well underway on a new home for Durham Academy, in Ushaw Moor, which will provide modern, custom-designed facilities for more than 500 County Durham students.The site was recently inspected by Durham Academy’s student council, with one Year 7 student inspired to pursue his ambitions in the b…
A new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) parking system went live at Darlington Memorial Hospital on Thursday 21 May 2026.
The updated system replaced traditional...
Durham Lifestyle
Pupils Help Design New Outdoor Learning Garden at Pelton Primary School
As part of its ongoing STEM activities, Avove invited pupils to submit design ideas for the school’s garden area, with the winning concept used as inspiration for the project. Delivered during the half-term break, the works have transformed the garden into a safe and environmentally responsible outd…
County Durham Pupils Build International Friendships During Spanish Exchange Visit
PUPILS from a North East primary school bid "Buenos días" to new friends in Spain after taking part in an international education exchange funded through a Government travel scheme.The group of 14 children from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, in Coundon, near Bishop Auckland, travelled to the t…
How the New Renters’ Rights Act Impacts the Private Rental Sector in Durham
As of 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has introduced significant reforms to the private rental sector in England. This legislation establishes...
Dr Louise Newson Bringing Hormone Health Tour to Darlington Hippodrome
Dr Louise Newson, physician and the founder of the free Balance hormone health app (which has more than 1.5 million downloads to date), the Newson Clinic and host of the award-winning Dr Louise Newson podcast, is embarking on the UK-wide tour to educate as many people as possible around the science …
RSPCA Launches Summer of Kindness to Celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday
Sir David Attenborough is regarded not only as a national treasure but as a global icon. As the world marks his 100th birthday, the...
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