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The Rifles’ Sounding Retreat to Honour County Durham’s Military Heritage at The Story
County Durham residents are invited to celebrate their shared heritage and longstanding ties with The Rifles at a special event taking place next week at a local heritage and registration venue. The Story at Mount Oswald – a Durham County Council site – will host The Rifles’ Sounding Retreat i...
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Kynren 2025: History Comes Alive in Bishop Auckland’s Unmissable Summer Spectacle
Kynren’s 1,000-strong volunteer cast and crew wowed friends and family on Saturday night during the final dress rehearsal for the spectacular tenth anniversary season of Kynren – An Epic Tale of England. The summer run officially begins on Saturday 19th July in Bishop Auckland. The breathtaking ...
Independents’ Day UK Comes to Durham with Outdoor Markets and Live Entertainment
Durham will be flying the flag for independent traders on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th July as part of Independents’ Day UK – a nationwide initiative that celebrates and promotes the UK’s independent retail and small business sector. The two-day national event, supported locally by Durham Marke...
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Durham County Show returns with Shetland pony racing, vintage cars and a Carnival Village
Traditional Durham County Show will be back this July 5-6 weekend with a variety of extras
‘Be Cool, Park Away from School’: County Durham Pupils Take a Stand on Road Safety
Pupils at a County Durham school have come together to design posters encouraging safer parking outside the school gates. Working with Durham County Council’s road safety team and police community support officers, the school council and teachers at Tanfield Lea Primary School, in Stanley, have be...
Four Years On: Sue’s Skydive Tribute to the Team That Saved Her Life
A STOCKTON woman is celebrating the four-year anniversary of the day she nearly died with a skydive, but with a twist. Sue Wilkinson, 73, suffered a cardiac arrest back in July 2021 and has been marking her “death day anniversary” with a significant event ever since. Two years ago, Sue made the ...
RSPCA Debunks 10 Common Myths About Keeping Pets Cool in a Heatwave
As the majority of England experiences the hottest temperatures of the year so far, the RSPCA has debunked ten common myths about keeping pets cool. As the Met Office confirms temperatures are rising further today topping 30 degrees celsius (86°F) widely across England, pet owners up and down the c...
Poundland thief strips naked in street after stealing entire outfit from store
The thief stole underwear, as well as other items of clothing, and got changed outside the Durham city centre Poundland store
Durham Veteran to Lift Weight of a Tank After Near-Fatal Motorbike Crash
Ten months on from a motorbike accident that nearly killed him, a former member of the Light Dragoons is using the motto ‘Cavalry Never Fail’ to spur him on in his effort to raise money for the Charity that supported his recovery. Dan Thomson, 43 years old and from Durham, who owns the Legion St...
Top shows around Newcastle to book now, from Greek Fest to Sopranos
Here's a pick of shows on offer around Newcastle, Northumberland and Durham, including a meet-and-greet with stars of The Sopranos, a Big Fat Greek Fest, circus skills, comedy and free treats
County Durham Supper Club Gets Year-Round Boost Thanks to Karbon Homes Grant
A community centre based in County Durham has been awarded £3,990 by Karbon Homes to run a year-round family supper club for residents. Burnhope Community Centre’s project gives families in the area the chance to come together, learn about new foods and how to prepare them and eat a meal at the e...
Seaham Food Festival Serves Up a Feast of Flavours and Family Fun This August
A North East food festival will be serving up more than just amazing eats this summer, with a fun-filled programme of live entertainment adding extra excitement to the menu. Seaham Food Festival will bring back its unmissable blend of live cookery demonstrations and more than 100 traders to the Coun...
RSPCA Urges Durham Residents to Become Local Animal Heroes This Summer
The RSPCA has revealed that hedgehogs are the wildlife most likely to need help this summer in Durham – as the animal welfare charity launches a new ‘Local Animal Hero’ guide to mobilise local residents to help sick and injured animals. New findings from the RSPCA’s new 2025 Animal Kindness ...
Police dog Jet is a hit with children during visit to County Durham nursery
Police dog Jet delighted children during a community visit by Durham Police officers Connor and Claire to Clever Clogs Day Nursery in Bowburn, where they introduced the kids to police work
Raby Castle Volunteer Jimmy Nicol Nominated for Durham Tourism Superstar
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Face of vile predator who tried to rape teenage girl in County Durham woodland
A vile County Durham man with a “fantasy” for sex attacks on women tried to rape a teenage girl walking alone in woodland.
Met Office weather forecast for County Durham and Darlington for the weekend
The Met Office has issued the following weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham from Friday, June 27.
Smiley County Durham tot Finley fighting aggressive brain cancer at 14 months old
Just two months ago, County Durham tot Finley celebrated turning one; now he’s facing a battle against an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Popular city centre sandwich shop put on the market for £75,000
Popular sandwich shop, The Picnic Basket on Elvet in Durham has been put on the market, with the business available for £75,000.
Cannabis farmer jailed after police bust drugs factory seizing hundreds of plants
Police arrested a man who greeted them when they called at a house which was found to have been given over to the cultivation of cannabis.