Durham County Council4 days agoShop granted alcohol licence despite concernsNeighbours are worried about potential parking issues and anti-social behaviour in Brandon.4 days ago5 days agoRoadworks expected to end in SeptemberThe £2.94m scheme includes new traffic lights, a pop-up park and ride and bus shelters.5 days ago16 Jan 2026Concerns over plan to cut neighbourhood wardensThe City of Durham Parish Council says the plan would undermine public confidence.16 Jan 202613 Jan 2026'Difficult decisions' warning amid tax hike planDeputy council leader Darren Grimes says savings will be delivered to avoid higher rises.13 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Scores of homeless offered beds during cold snapCouncils say they activated severe weather protocols when temperatures dipped below 0C (32F).13 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Wildlife protection consultation extendedDurham County Council is producing a strategy to protect animals such as red squirrels and moths.9 Jan 20268 Jan 2026City centre bus stops to be closed for 16 weeksThe stands on Durham's Milburngate are being closed to allow work to make them more accessible.8 Jan 20266 Jan 2026Skydiver death report to be released in fullA British Skydiving report into Sam Cromwell's death must be shown to investigators and his partner.6 Jan 20266 Jan 2026Village hall to be given more traditional entranceThe community group behind Jubilee Hall in West Rainton wants to make it a "first-class" facility.6 Jan 2026...