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.
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Bike sessions promote joy!
Children at County Durham schools are discovering the joy and confidence found in riding
a bike, as part of council-funded sessions.
Delivered in a fun, positive and supportive environment, the sessions form part of Durham
County Council’s Bikeability programme being delivered in schools across the county.
Plus, the council is set to deliver a programme full of free rides, workshops, festivals and
inclusive cycling opportunities as part of Bike Month this May.
NFU Mutual agency to occupy County Durham unit
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.
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).
Volunteering at the British Heart Foundation Furniture & Electrical store
A shop selling pre-loved furniture and electrical items in Bishop Auckland is looking for volunteers to join the team.
Parkinson’s UK support group in Bishop Auckland seeks volunteers
A support group for local people living with Parkinson’s and their loved ones has issued an appeal for volunteers.