Planned roadworks in the North East: summary for Monday 19 to Sunday 25 October
Planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week.
PolyPhotonix sleep mask named one of 100 Objects that Changed the World
A pioneering sleep mask to prevent blindness, created in County Durham, has been named among the top 100 Objects that…
County Durham Cake Company’s Sweet Taste of Success
A YOUNG NORTH EAST entrepreneur is enjoying the sweet taste of success, after being nominated for a string of awards.
Wills warning to families from Latimer Hinks
Leading County Durham law firm Latimer Hinks is warning families that their children and loved ones could lose out if…
Back of the net – Sunderland software firm bag brace of website wins
A WEARSIDE software developer scored at the double, securing new contracts with two very different clients.
Handbag Clinic launches recruitment drive to take on 12 apprentices in 12 months
County Durham-based Handbag Clinic has taken on three new apprentices, and pledged to employ two more every month for the…
Successful mindfulness project extended in schools
A pioneering project, which helps North East children develop essential life skills and coping strategies, has proved so successful it…
Review of children and young people’s public health services
A report on the future of health visitor and school nurse services in County Durham will be discussed by councillors…
Paths plan to be discussed
A three-year plan to improve public rights of way in County Durham is to be discussed by councillors.
Cabinet to be updated on streetlights project
A total of 55,000 streetlights in County Durham will be upgraded with improved LED lights – 13,588 more than first…
National campaign provides major tourism boost
A national tourism campaign promoting County Durham has so far brought an extra £13.1m into the local economy.
Housing group helps to shed some light on carpenter’s career
An East Durham tenant has turned his passion for woodwork into a career thanks to County Durham Housing Group.
Awards recognise Sporting Champions
Sports clubs, volunteers, community groups and individuals will celebrate their success at an annual awards event in County Durham.
UK’s first Rainworks project
Young people in County Durham have taken part in a project to help people prepare for problems like flooding.
Young musicians in tune for Showcase
Young musicians from across County Durham and Darlington are tuning up for a major public performance.