Durham County Council4 days ago'Patriotic' £12k roundabout redesign divides townChilton Town Council says it "strongly opposed" the plans to spend the money on the roundabout.4 days ago7 days agoInquest delays into videographer's parachute deathAn inquest hears a council-led investigation into the incident is still ongoing.7 days ago27 Apr 2026Funeral for mystery baby found beneath floorThe remains of a boy found wrapped in a newspaper from 1910 are finally laid to rest.27 Apr 202627 Apr 2026More homes planned near proposed 1,200-house siteOne resident says the volume of plans being submitted is making it an "unpleasant place to live".27 Apr 202626 Apr 2026How is town's new leisure centre being built?Work is progressing on Bishop Auckland's new leisure centre, which is due to open next summer.26 Apr 202623 Apr 2026Solar farm refusal overturnedThe Planning Inspectorate has reversed a council decision refusing a large solar farm in Burnhope.23 Apr 202620 Apr 2026'Hub for disorder' dessert shop licence revokedPolice say Sweet Trap, in Shotton Colliery, became a "focal point" for large groups of youths.20 Apr 202618 Apr 2026Village to wait months for collapsing road updateHamsterley residents believe Durham County Council does not consider fixing the road "a priority".18 Apr 202616 Apr 2026Rebuild of military museum completeInternal works at The Light in Durham can now begin ahead of its reopening in the summer. 16 Apr 2026...
