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Harry Potter Actress Ellie Darcey-Alden Joins Durham Filmmaker's Horror Project

Dean Midas Triumphs as North East’s Director of the Year

Dean Midas, a filmmaker from Durham, is rejoicing over the honour of being crowned the North East Film Director of the Year by the renowned music, lifestyle, and creative magazine, Darkus. Dean's team also won...
Revolutionizing Bishop Auckland: A Futuristic Wellbeing Hub Emerges

Revolutionising Bishop Auckland: A Futuristic Wellbeing Hub Emerges

The green light has been given to establish a fresh wellbeing and community hub in Bishop Auckland. This initiative will merge leisure activities with library services, all housed conveniently in one space. The planning committee of...
Lumiere 2023: Illuminating Durham's Emerging Artists

Lumiere 2023: Illuminating Durham’s Emerging Artists

During Lumiere 2023, the vibrant streets of Durham City and Bishop Auckland were illuminated with dazzling displays and showcased local artists' talents. As a highlight of this year's light-art biennial, the Durham County Council's community...
Dean Midas Films: Making Strides Against Food Poverty in the North East

Dean Midas Films: Making Strides Against Food Poverty in the North East

On Saturday, December 9th, esteemed filmmaker Dean Midas will embark on a 7.1-mile journey from Willington Cricket Club to Durham Cathedral. His purpose? To support Feeding Families, a charity rooted in North East England, dedicated...
Durham's Eco-Revolution: Nestlé's Groundbreaking Plastic Recycling Plant

Durham’s Eco-Revolution: Nestlé’s Groundbreaking Plastic Recycling Plant

Nestlé UK and Ireland are making a substantial investment in a groundbreaking plastic recycling facility slated to launch in Durham. Impact Recycling will open the new facility to process hard-to-recycle flexible plastics, typically used in...
AI-Powered Meal Kits Tackle Food Waste in Durham

AI-Powered Meal Kits Tackle Food Waste in Durham

A council in the North East is innovatively merging artificial intelligence (AI) with a surplus food initiative to support families while combating food waste. Durham County Council is utilizing its nurseries to distribute meal kits,...
Festive Illumination: How Students from East Durham College Lit Up Auckland Castle

Festive Illumination: How Students from East Durham College Lit Up Auckland Castle

Lately, eight students from the area have been aiming for the stars quite literally. They were all enlisted by Auckland Castle to assist in adorning the tallest Christmas tree in northern England with an impressive...
Co-op Funeralcare's Comfort Café Extends a Helping Hand in Hartlepool

Co-op Funeralcare’s Comfort Café Extends a Helping Hand in Hartlepool

A Hartlepool funeral home extends an invitation to locals for its monthly support group, tailored to offer assistance to individuals facing loneliness or grappling with the challenges of grief and bereavement. Co-op Funeralcare Hartlepool’s free-to-attend...
The Bishop of Durham supports new course on hand-on activism ahead of the General Election.

The Bishop of Durham supports new course on hand-on activism ahead of the General...

Christian Aid, an international development agency, has collaborated with various partner organizations, including the Baptist Union, Methodist Church, United Reformed Church, Church Action on Poverty, and the Trussell Trust, as part of the Act...
Embrace Durham's Diversity: The Do Durham Differently Tourism Initiative

Embrace Durham’s Diversity: The Do Durham Differently Tourism Initiative

A fresh campaign has been launched to enhance Durham County's tourism industry, drawing inspiration from its distinct and varied offerings, exceptional attractions, and a wide range of unique accommodations. Do Durham Differently is the latest...

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