Durham County Council16 hrs agoHow much is council tax rising in your area?Eight of the region's 14 authorities are imposing maximum 4.99% tax rises from April.16 hrs ago2 days agoRiverside pub appeals against toucan mural refusal The pub says the mural creates "visual interest", but a council calls it "excessive" and "harmful".2 days ago3 days ago'Years of decline but we are not ready to die'Shildon residents and businesses say they are tired of being defined by statistics and stereotypes.3 days ago8 days agoDomestic abuse support service expandedThe Halo Project supports women and girls from minority backgrounds at risk of domestic abuse.8 days ago6 Mar 2026Labour wins county council by-election Julie Griffiths is elected after previously representing the Murton ward until 2025.6 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Reform deputy's AI photo condemned as 'fake news'Darren Grimes says his critics should focus on County Durham's problems rather than his use of AI.5 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Empty shops in County Durham rise for third yearSeaham reported the lowest percentage, highlighting its community coming together.3 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Delayed military museum set to reopen in summerDurham County Council says the military museum, renamed The Light, faced supply chain issues.3 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Reform council deputy admits post image was AIDarren Grimes says the picture was used for "illustrative purposes" in his blog.2 Mar 2026...
