County Durham’s Green Spaces Shine Once Again: 8 Parks Earn Coveted Green Flag Accreditation
Once more, County Durham's green spaces have been granted esteemed national recognition.
Durham County Council's dedication to maintaining these areas has resulted in eight parks and green spaces earning the prestigious Green Flag accreditation from...
Who Are Durham’s General Election Candidates and Could Labour Lose?
Unless you’ve been enjoying a long vacation in the solar system’s outer reaches, you should know that a general election will take place on 8th June.
But do you know what your voting options will...
Festival of Lights Set to Return in 2017
It has been confirmed that the Lumiere Festival will take place in Durham in 2017. It will be the first time the extravaganza of lights has run in the city for two years in a...
Ukraine’s Independence Day Illuminates Durham: Stories of Resilience and Support
“There were missiles and rockets damaging buildings. Every day the drones attacked. Our city is right on the frontline.” So reflects Karina Zaiats on the troubles in her home country, which she and her...
The Devil’s Stone: A Red Carpet Premiere Unveils County Durham’s Newest Horror Gem
New horror short, The Devil's Stone was given a red carpet Premiere in Durham at the Odeon Luxe this week.
It is a brand-new movie from award-winning County Durham filmmaker Dean Midas.
The film features...
Woman’s Hour Host to Give Durham Talk on Inspirational Women
A presenter of Radio Four’s Woman’s Hour is due to give a talk at Durham’s Gala Theatre this February.
Jenni Murray will base her talk around her book A...
Durham Brass Festival to Return this Summer
Durham Brass Festival – which will feature sounds ranging from soul to jazz to traditional brass band music to classical – is set to return to the city for the eleventh time this summer.
The...
Durham County Council Honored with MOD Gold Award for Armed Forces Support
The North East’s largest council has received national recognition for its work to support the Armed Forces community.
Durham County Council has been re-awarded the Ministry of Defence's (MOD) Gold Award as part of its...
Durham Vocal Festival to Bring Week of Music to City
A week-long festival of choral music is due to be staged in Durham. The Durham Vocal Festival, which will begin on Saturday 28th January, is set to feature performances from composer and conductor Will...
Hi-tech Gear Trialled to Keep Durham Clean & Fight Climate Change
New cutting-edge technology has been trialled in County Durham, as part of efforts both to keep the streets clean and fight against climate change.
An electric bin lift and electric road sweeper have been piloted...
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