Fighting Loneliness: Durham’s Silver Friends Grows with Major New Funding
A Durham befriending service, helping older and vulnerable people across the region overcome loneliness and isolation, is set for expansion thanks to a £74k...
Could You Be the One? RSPCA Launches Adoptober Drive for Cats in Need
Rescue cats are waiting a week longer to find loving homes
The RSPCA is urging people across Durham to consider adopting a rescue cat from RSPCA...
If U Care Share to Lead Countywide Suicide Prevention Training in Durham
Durham County Council has commissioned leading mental health charity If U Care Share Foundation to deliver suicide prevention training across County Durham over the...
Free Glasses and Care Bring Confidence to Homeless Community in Durham
In a bid to make eye care more accessible within the local community, Specsavers Bishop Auckland hosted a dedicated in-store clinic for people experiencing...
Have Your Say: Stanley Residents Invited to Shape Town’s Future Vision
People living and working in Stanley are being encouraged to share their thoughts on a new redevelopment plan for the town.
Durham County Council has...
Durham Teen Scores Confidence Boost Thanks to Contact Lens Breakthrough
A Durham teenager is back on track to chase his football dream thanks to a breakthrough at his local Specsavers.
Thirteen-year-old Perry March had been...
Nominations Open for County Durham Environment Awards 2025
Nominations are now open for an awards ceremony celebrating those making a difference for nature and the environment.
The County Durham Environment Awards 2025 will...
County Durham Backs Catch the Bus Month with Discounted Fares and Events
Residents across County Durham are being urged to make the most of discounted bus fares this September as part of a national drive to...
County Durham Brothers Climb Snowdon to Support Little Troopers Charity
Phoenix (9) and Chase (12) Keys from County Durham are preparing to conquer Mount Snowdon on Saturday 6th September 2025 to raise money for...
RSPCA Launches ‘Not Just a Pet’ Campaign to Support Heartbroken Owners
People need more support to deal with "heartbreaking" pet bereavement, as the RSPCA and TV's Matt Johnson join forces to help those suffering from the...