Empowering Education: ‘Smashed’ Alcohol Awareness Tour Reaches 16 Schools in the North East
More than 4,300 pupils in 16 schools throughout the North East are set to undergo a compelling educational experience focused on the perils of underage drinking.
This initiative unfolds as the alcohol awareness theatre production...
Switching off the Lights Saves Durham Business £30,000 a Year
Do you ever think about how much money and energy you waste by leaving lights on unnecessarily?
Here are some sobering statistics. Leaving just one light on overnight can cost a business £24 per year....
‘Oh, Jeremy Corbyn’ – Over 200,000 Flock to Durham Miners’ Gala
Durham Miners’ Gala witnessed record crowds of over 200,000 on Saturday as ex-miners and their families, trade unionists and left-wingers flocked to the city to hear speakers like Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and film...
Discover County Durham’s Mining Heritage at Killhope This October Half Term
The Killhope Lead Mining Museum has organized a range of activities to provide families with entertainment during the October half term.
Situated in the North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty, the Durham County Council-run attraction...
Auckland Castle and Spanish Gallery: Rising to the Elite 10% of World Attractions
A renowned tourist destination and historical site in the North East has earned a prestigious tourism award, positioning it within the upper echelon of the world's top 10% attractions.
Part of The Auckland Project, The...
Upgrades to County Durham’s National Cycle Route 1
Durham County Council has been able to extend its current work on the county’s 23-mile stretch of the National Cycle Route 1 (NCN1), which runs from Dover to the Shetland Isles, thanks to additional...
Horden Train Station Opens for Business
The first scheduled train stopped at the new Horden station this morning, marking the entry into service of the £10.55 million development near Peterlee.
Located on South East View, the station links the east of...
Hopes of Deal in Durham Teaching Assistants’ Dispute
There are hopes that a deal might be struck in the long-running pay dispute between Durham County Council and its teaching assistants.
Yesterday the council issued a statement saying there had been “productive talks” with...
Saving Money During These Coronavirus Days
Covid-19, the Cosmopolitan Virus, is causing some companies to help you out financially
The clever folk on the County Durham Covid-19 Mutual Aid facebook page have worked out that there are goodies to be had...
Dedicated Natural Cemetery Volunteer Wins Durham’s Top Award
A
dedicated volunteer who has devoted his time to County Durham’s natural
cemeteries and given support to bereaved families has been honoured for his
work.
Stephen Robson, from Langley Park, has been...
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