Durham County Council5 days agoChildren's home approved despite 200 objectionsThe home will care for two children aged between six and 17 years old in Toronto, Bishop Auckland.5 days ago6 days agoTown bus station gets £2.5m for upgradesIt is hoped the refurbishment will help make the facility safer with new lighting and CCTV cameras.6 days ago7 days agoAuthority's council tax rise lower than plannedThe increase was reduced from a proposed 3.1% rise after additional funding from the government.7 days ago8 days agoCouncil workers to vote on strike action over payAbout 30 workers are involved in the dispute, involving those working in house maintenance.8 days ago14 Feb 2026Date set for demolition of council headquartersDurham County Council is set to move out of its ageing headquarters in the summer.14 Feb 20269 Feb 2026Quarry to continue operations for 18 yearsTarmac says millions of tonnes of materials will be dug up from the quarry in County Durham.9 Feb 20268 Feb 2026School 'has to clean dog poo from park off kids'Cockton Hill Recreation Ground in Bishop Auckland is blighted by dog mess, a school worker says.8 Feb 20267 Feb 2026PCC defies councillors to approve police tax riseJoy Allen adds £3.50 "exceptional flexibility" increase to proposed £15 police precept increase. 7 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Council to move out of ageing HQ in summerThe local authority also says its County Hall building is expected to be demolished next year. 6 Feb 2026...
