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Alison Paterson, manager of Blackhall Community Centre, in East Durham

Local government

East Durham issues plea for North East mayor to support 'left-behind' villages

David Mordue, Headteacher, Sarah Howes, Deputy Headteacher, with pupils from the school Credit: BISHOP IAN RAMSEY SCHOOL

David Mordue, Headteacher, Sarah Howes, Deputy Headteacher, with pupils from the school Credit: BISHOP IAN RAMSEY SCHOOL

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County Durham school rated 'good' in latest Ofsted inspection

Voters in County Durham and Darlington are set to go to the polls for the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) election.

Voters in County Durham and Darlington are set to go to the polls for the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) election.

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Durham Police and Crime commissioner election: All you need to know ahead of poll

Defendant Luke Connor apologised to a judge at Durham Crown Court for his behaviour in recent years

Defendant Luke Connor apologised to a judge at Durham Crown Court for his behaviour in recent years

Durham Crown Court

County Durham man took his 'ex' to Appleby Horse Fair in breach of restraining order

Cllr Elizabeth Scott with a Link2Work bus

Cllr Elizabeth Scott with a Link2Work bus

Local government

A new home to work bus service will cover these routes in County Durham

The landlord of a property on Seventh Street, Horden, was prosecuted in 2023 and ordered to pay £15,000.

The landlord of a property on Seventh Street, Horden, was prosecuted in 2023 and ordered to pay £15,000.

Local government

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County Durham disorder and poor housing conditions linked to rogue landlords

Joy Allen, Labour candidate and current Durham Police and Crime Commissioner.

Joy Allen, Labour candidate and current Durham Police and Crime Commissioner.

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Joy Allen: Labour PCC hoping for re-election to continue tackling Durham crime

Jonathan Mann Developments Ltd, based on Delves Lane in Consett was convicted of causing unauthorised deposition of controlled waste

Jonathan Mann Developments Ltd, based on Delves Lane in Consett was convicted of causing unauthorised deposition of controlled waste

Peterlee Magistrates Court

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County Durham company fined £1.6k for ditching illegal waste over two months

Parents and politicians have raised alarm at children coming home from school hungry due to the quality and price of food available.

Parents and politicians have raised alarm at children coming home from school hungry due to the quality and price of food available.

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'Absolutely shocking': Concern over quality of school meals in County Durham schools

Nigel Boddy, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Durham PCC election

Nigel Boddy, Liberal Democrat candidate for the Durham PCC election

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Nigel Boddy: Lib Dem candidate reveals he would 'abolish' Durham PCC role

As a former police officer in County Durham, Robert Potts is hoping to upset the odds and become the region’s first ever Conservative PCC.

As a former police officer in County Durham, Robert Potts is hoping to upset the odds and become the region’s first ever Conservative PCC.

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Robert Potts: Conservative candidate hoping to cause upset in Durham PCC election

lans for 32 affordable and eight self-build homes had been lodged for a site in Delves Lane, Consett.

lans for 32 affordable and eight self-build homes had been lodged for a site in Delves Lane, Consett.

Planning and development

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Plans for 32 affordable homes in County Durham refused by council after backlash

Durham Constabulary's Operation Endurance initiative aims to tackle issues with off-road bikes

Durham Constabulary's Operation Endurance initiative aims to tackle issues with off-road bikes

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Nuisance off-road bikers causing mayhem in County Durham communities

Cllr Jonathan Elmer, Green councillor and candidate at the next election

Cllr Jonathan Elmer, Green councillor and candidate at the next election

Local government

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Green Party reveals six candidates to stand in County Durham seats at next election

Labour members campaigning for a new leisure centre in Chester-le-Street in 2023

Labour members campaigning for a new leisure centre in Chester-le-Street in 2023

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'Disappeared off the face of the earth': County Durham leisure plans criticised

Nigel Boddy, Liberal Democrat councillor for Durham Police and Crime Commissioner

Nigel Boddy, Liberal Democrat councillor for Durham Police and Crime Commissioner

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Liberal Democrats announce candidate for Durham Police and Crime Commissioner

The Nursery in Consett has received a

The Nursery in Consett has received a

County Durham nursery receives 'good' Ofsted report after 'uncertainty'

John Wright has been jailed for his role in a violent attack on a man in Catchgate during a long-running feud

John Wright has been jailed for his role in a violent attack on a man in Catchgate during a long-running feud

Durham Constabulary

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Baseball bat and scythe used when long-running feud erupted into violence

Neighbourhood crime has increased by almost a quarter across County Durham and Darlington.

Neighbourhood crime has increased by almost a quarter across County Durham and Darlington.

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Durham police pledge tough action on criminals after 24% rise in neighbourhood crime

Carol Vorderman and Tory Chairman Richard Holden argue in social media spat

Carol Vorderman and Tory Chairman Richard Holden argue in social media spat

Carol Vorderman

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Carol Vorderman and Tory Chairman Richard Holden in social media spat

County Durham's new High Sheriff, Harry Swan, centre right, with Judge Christopher Prince and other figures after today's swearing-in ceremony at Durham Crown Court

County Durham's new High Sheriff, Harry Swan, centre right, with Judge Christopher Prince and other figures after today's swearing-in ceremony at Durham Crown Court

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Company CEO follows in father's footsteps becoming new High Sheriff of County Durham

Angela Sterling, Conservative member for Delves Lane, will contest the new Blaydon and Consett constituency in the upcoming General Election.

Angela Sterling, Conservative member for Delves Lane, will contest the new Blaydon and Consett constituency in the upcoming General Election.

Local government

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Richard Holden MP will not contest County Durham seat as Tory candidate revealed

Durham County Council played down the figures, saying the majority of properties in County Durham are between Band A to C.

Durham County Council played down the figures, saying the majority of properties in County Durham are between Band A to C.

Local government

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County Durham households paying the tenth highest average council tax in England

April Mackie, nine, on Weeman, Mia Selby, 13, and Evie Hillas, six on Scarlett are riding a 100 miles in April to raise money for Bone Cancer Research Trust

April Mackie, nine, on Weeman, Mia Selby, 13, and Evie Hillas, six on Scarlett are riding a 100 miles in April to raise money for Bone Cancer Research Trust

Meet the girls who are spending their Easter holidays cantering to fight cancer

Ray Lonsdale created Seaham’s iconic ‘Tommy the soldier’ statue.

Ray Lonsdale created Seaham’s iconic ‘Tommy the soldier’ statue.

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Hopes for a new Ray Lonsdale steel sculpture in County Durham town

From left, Philip Crawford, Ruth Foreman, Caroline Crawford, Nicki Diamond and friendship and support volunteers, Kelly Smith, Kathleen Smith, Karen Hall and Wendy Mabin with with fundraising volunteer John Foreman

From left, Philip Crawford, Ruth Foreman, Caroline Crawford, Nicki Diamond and friendship and support volunteers, Kelly Smith, Kathleen Smith, Karen Hall and Wendy Mabin with with fundraising volunteer John Foreman

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'Building hope': Thousands raised towards finding solution to homelesness

Ryan Atkinson carried out his drunken threat to set fire to his now ex-partner's home after a row

Ryan Atkinson carried out his drunken threat to set fire to his now ex-partner's home after a row

Drunken man carried out threat to set fire to ex-partner's County Durham home

We have looked to google reviews to find the 3 best fish and chip shops to go to this Good Friday

We have looked to google reviews to find the 3 best fish and chip shops to go to this Good Friday

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The 3 best rated fish and chips in Consett according to Google reviews

Images of how a 288-house estate in County Durham will look once it's built have been revealed as part of a campaign by the housebuilder behind the project

Images of how a 288-house estate in County Durham will look once it's built have been revealed as part of a campaign by the housebuilder behind the project

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How this 288-home County Durham housing estate will look once built

The Grey Horse boasts a 4.5 star rating on trip advisor

The Grey Horse boasts a 4.5 star rating on trip advisor

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Best pubs in Consett to try amid Wetherspoons closure according to Trip Advisor

Candidates speak to residents at the North East mayoral hustings in Barnard Castle

Candidates speak to residents at the North East mayoral hustings in Barnard Castle

Local government

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North East mayor hopefuls say County Durham will not be forgotten in devolution

Drunk County Durham man pushed police officer in chest before he was arrested

Drunk County Durham man pushed police officer in chest before he was arrested

Newton Aycliffe Magistrates Court

Drunken County Durham man pushed police officer in the chest before his arrest

From the left, Dr Tony Lloyd, Celebrate Difference Qb Lead Joanne Stanton, Qbtech Clinical Team Manager (UK) Jess Brunet, Celebrate Difference founder Nicola Jayne Little

From the left, Dr Tony Lloyd, Celebrate Difference Qb Lead Joanne Stanton, Qbtech Clinical Team Manager (UK) Jess Brunet, Celebrate Difference founder Nicola Jayne Little

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Launch of piece of tech in County Durham will be 'game-changing' to ADHD diagnosis

Consett's McDonald's on Genesis Way will be closing its doors

Consett's McDonald's on Genesis Way will be closing its doors

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County Durham McDonalds branch announce temporary closure for refurbishment

A mischievous Jack Russell puppy sparked a rescue operation

A mischievous Jack Russell puppy sparked a rescue operation

County Durham vet's heroic rescue as nosy puppy gets head stuck in bin lid

A woman in her 80s has been taken to hospital following a ‘serious’ collision on the A692 Rotary Way in Consett

A woman in her 80s has been taken to hospital following a ‘serious’ collision on the A692 Rotary Way in Consett

Woman in her 80s in hospital after 'serious' crash on County Durham road

LIVE: County Durham road closed in both directions after serious crash

LIVE: County Durham road closed in both directions after serious crash

LIVE: County Durham road closed in both directions after serious crash

Emergency services were called to a serious collision on the A692 Rotary Way in Consett, at about 10.30am, following reports of a crash

Emergency services were called to a serious collision on the A692 Rotary Way in Consett, at about 10.30am, following reports of a crash

Pedestrian in hospital after being hit by car on County Durham road

Bishop Auckland is undergoing change and is receiving significant investment that is expected to create new opportunities for the retail and hospitality sectors in the town., the council said.

Bishop Auckland is undergoing change and is receiving significant investment that is expected to create new opportunities for the retail and hospitality sectors in the town., the council said.

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Revealed: The worst County Durham high streets for empty shops and retail units

Durham Police responded to three incidents involving teenage defendant Mackenzie Short and illegally-taken motorbikes within 16 days earlier this year

Durham Police responded to three incidents involving teenage defendant Mackenzie Short and illegally-taken motorbikes within 16 days earlier this year

Teenager rode, or was pillion on, three illegally-taken motorcycles in County Durham

New government investment will help fund the new officers to ensure Durham Constabulary maintains its current headcount in 2024-25

New government investment will help fund the new officers to ensure Durham Constabulary maintains its current headcount in 2024-25

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Police chief's plea for support as just 11 new Durham officers to be recruited

Arriva in County Durham was ranked the worst bus operator in the wider North East area

Arriva in County Durham was ranked the worst bus operator in the wider North East area

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Bus services in County Durham and Darlington ranked as some of worst in England

The kitchen team at The HUB Consett with manager Donna Tunney (third from the left)

The kitchen team at The HUB Consett with manager Donna Tunney (third from the left)

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New coffee shop championing local produce opens its doors at hub in County Durham

Joy Allen, Durham's Police and Crime Commissioner

Joy Allen, Durham's Police and Crime Commissioner

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Anti-social behaviour decline in 'hotspot' Durham and Darlington areas hailed by cops

Former Consett village church

Former Consett village church

Unique former village church on the market in the North East for over £500,000

Consett's Company Row Wetherspoons which is set to close for three months.

Consett's Company Row Wetherspoons which is set to close for three months.

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County Durham Wetherspoons to close for three months for 'remedial works'

Durham County Hall

Durham County Hall

Local government

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County Durham households to pay more council tax after 5% increase approved

Adrian Usher and Richard Tucker from the Prisons & Probation Ombudsman

Adrian Usher and Richard Tucker from the Prisons & Probation Ombudsman

Investigators losing sleep after talking to County Durham abuse survivors for inquiry

Po.lice have seized Land Rover parts in Leadgate

Po.lice have seized Land Rover parts in Leadgate

Police seize Land Rover parts in raid after thefts in Darlington

Council awarded £6m to tackle rough sleeping and provide new accomodation

Council awarded £6m to tackle rough sleeping and provide new accomodation

Local government

Award of £6m to tackle rough sleeping with new accommodation in County Durham

7 under-the-radar fish and chips in County Durham you have to try

7 under-the-radar fish and chips in County Durham you have to try

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7 under-the-radar fish and chips in County Durham you have to try

County Durham Glenn McCrory has revealed how “two years of hell” battling a court case left him on the brink of homelessness

County Durham Glenn McCrory has revealed how “two years of hell” battling a court case left him on the brink of homelessness

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Ex-boxer Glenn McCrory's 'two years of hell' left him on brink of homelessness

Residents and campaign groups mounted significant battles to stop the construction of the incinerator

Residents and campaign groups mounted significant battles to stop the construction of the incinerator

Local government

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Victory for campaigners as High Court dismisses Consett Incinerator appeal

Brandon Fettis will be sentenced for two counts of house burglary and one of car theft at Durham Crown Court next month

Brandon Fettis will be sentenced for two counts of house burglary and one of car theft at Durham Crown Court next month

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Man admits County Durham house burglaries and taking a car from one address

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