Local Volunteers Honored with Chairman’s Medals
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.
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Ensuring Fair Allocation of Social Housing in County Durham.
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.
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.
Durham PCC Joy Allen Unveils Strategy to Safeguard Local Communities
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.
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.
Ferryhill & Bishop Auckland Community Welcomes New Representation
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.
McIntyre Centre to Foster Community Pride in Bishop Auckland
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.
NatWest Bank to Close Bishop Auckland Branch, Community Services to Follow
This closure follows HSBC’s exit from Newgate Street in 2022. Despite these closures, Barclays, Santander, and Lloyds continue to serve the town.
Disruption to weekend trains during Darlington station works
Installation of a new footbridge at Darlington station will affect rail services in February and March.
Bishop Auckland two-bed house could be sold for £20,000
Currently tenanted, the house brings in an annual income of £5,040, making it an attractive investment for both landlords and community-minded individuals seeking affordable housing solutions.