An insurance company has opened a new base at a Spennymoor business park, with help
from a fund which brings vulnerable buildings back into use.
Durham County Council contributed £50,000 of its Towns and Villages Vulnerable
Buildings Fund to finish the construction and refurbishment of a large unit at Thinford Park.
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.
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 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.
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.
Our community is celebrating the remarkable contributions of local volunteers who have been awarded the prestigious Chairman’s Medals, the highest civic honor in our area.
The cost-of-living crisis is believed to be a significant factor behind the sudden surge in demand for social housing. As communities and tenancies have become more stable, the turnover of social housing has decreased, leading to longer waiting times for those on the register.
Commissioner Allen emphasized, “Victims, residents, and businesses have been consulted at every stage of the plan’s development. The resulting draft focuses on the issues that local people frequently identify as increasing their fear of crime and negatively impacting their quality of life.
The community of Ferryhill and Bishop Auckland can look forward to a new chapter in local governance, with councillors dedicated to addressing their needs and concerns.
Key to this vision was the participation of the community in the planning and development of the centre. The McIntyre Centre now features a training kitchen and restaurant to prepare individuals for careers in the hospitality sector, a digital suite for enhancing digital skills, and spaces for start-up businesses to thrive.