The Light shines on Durham – Bishop FM takes a first look inside the city’s newest cultural venue.
It is part gallery, part museum, part community space and part experiment in what a modern cultural venue in County Durham can be.
Community Update
Consultation on selective licensing scheme proposed.
A scheme which regulates privately rented properties in County Durham could be reviewed.
Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to agree to a consultation to review it’s selective licensing scheme beyond 31 March 2027.
St George’s Day celebrations across County Durham
Celebrations are taking place across County Durham this week to mark St George’s Day.
Durham County Council has organised a range of family-friendly activities to celebrate St
George’s Day on Thursday (23 April).
Bishop Auckland Town Council Launches Mobile Can‑Crushing Station to Support Local Foodbank.
Bishop Auckland Town Council has launched a new mobile can‑crushing station that will be used at community events and activities across the town, with all proceeds from recycled cans being donated to Woodhouse Close Church and Community Centre Foodbank.
Plot To Plate at Bishop Auckland Food Festival.
While many people simply attend the Bishop Auckland Food Festival to sample the food and enjoy the social atmosphere, it was wonderful to see others engaging with the wide range of free activities on offer.
New Night Hub Transforms Lives and Strengthens Community.
Now settled into his new home in Shildon, Michael volunteers at the Safe Night Hub twice a week, eager to share his story of transformation with the community and local leaders, including Sue Snowdon, the Lord Lieutenant for County Durham.
Weardale Community Sees New Opportunities with Proposed Lithium Extraction Plant
This project is expected to create hundreds of jobs over its lifetime, presenting a significant opportunity for the regeneration of the Eastgate site.
Anti-Social Behaviour Blights Bishop Auckland Shopping Destination.
The community’s well-being is our priority. Anyone found causing disruptions in these areas will receive a dispersal order, restricting them from returning. Ignoring this order will lead to arrest.
Library book collection service to be extended
A new service to help people in County Durham access library books is being extended.