Durham Schools Scoop Prizes for Biggest Pumpkin and Tallest Sunflower
Two local schools have triumphed in a north-east gardening contest – by growing County Durham’s biggest pumpkin and tallest sunflower.
Early this year, Durham County...
Sculpture Commemorating Tragic WWI Brothers Wins Environment Award
A sculpture commemorating four brothers – three of whom lost their lives in the First World War – has been declared one of the...
Lifesaving County Durham Schoolboy Rewarded with Medal
A County Durham schoolboy who saved another youngster from drowning has been awarded the Chairman’s Medal, the county’s highest honour.
While on holiday, Blake Stephenson...
Hear the Fascinating Stories of North East Brides through the Ages
An illustrated talk later this month will outline the fascinating history of brides in the north east.
The talk, featuring wedding photos from the archives...
County Durham’s Hardwick Park May Be Voted UK’s Best
The residents of County Durham are being asked to vote for Hardwick Park to help it clinch a prestigious prize.
Hardwick Park, a country park...
Huge Numbers of Fish Released into North East Rivers
Massive numbers of fish have been put into the north east’s rivers to improve the environmental health of the region’s watercourses.
The Environment Agency has...
Massive Profits Boost for Employee-Owned County Durham Firm
A County Durham roofing company – which is owned by its own employees – has reported an enormous boost in profits and sales.
CA Group...
Durham Event to Discuss Massive Brexit Impact on Countryside
An event at Durham’s Gala Theatre is set to discuss the enormous impact that Brexit will have on farmers and the countryside.
The public debate,...
Snap General Election: Which North East Seats Could Change Colour?
Today Theresa May shocked many by announcing her intention to hold a snap general election on June 8th.
According to electoral law, two-thirds of MPs...
County Durham Time Capsule to Be Locked for 300 Years
A map of the moon, a music box and an American superhero comic are among the items that have been placed in a time...
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