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Rare photographs from the First World War are now on show at Durham County Record Office.  The photographs show a British raid on a German...

A glittery show inspired by the drag scene and dealing with LGBTQ+ issues will be staged at Durham’s Gala Theatre this Friday. Drag Me to...

A play is to bring to life the 800-year-old story of Durham’s grade-one-listed manor house Crook Hall, including the legend of its alleged haunting. The...

A major conference on lighting – which will coincide with the Lumiere festival – is expected to draw international delegates from more than 70...

Durham’s amateur gardeners have been rewarded for helping Durham City triumph in the recent Northumbria in Bloom contest.  Not only did Durham win gold in...

With Durham City full of new students as the university’s Freshers’ Week begins, concerns have been raised about river safety. Over the last few years...

A smartphone app aimed at the parents of toddlers is to be trialled at Durham University. The EasyPeasy app sends activities and tips to...

Hardwick Hall is once again putting on an unmissable festival later this month, with bands, DJs and comedians all taking to the stage. The...

Dunelm House – a Brutalist Durham building threatened with demolition – could be saved from the wrecking ball thanks to a recently announced review.  The...

An unusual classroom is being built on the banks of the River Wear in woodland below Durham Cathedral.  Natural materials – especially willow – are...