Tag: DurhamCountyCouncil
Curry Company Feels the Heat Thanks to Overloaded Vehicle
An Indian foods company is just one of a number of firms that have been handed somewhat spicy fines thanks to overloaded vehicles.
Recently, three...
County Durham Battles Snow and Freezing Winter Weather
Teams across County Durham have been working hard to ensure life in the county is disrupted as little as possible despite snow, ice and...
Cut Sugar to Tackle Childhood Obesity Crisis, Parents Urged
Parents in County Durham are being urged to limit the sugar consumption of their children.
In County Durham, nearly a quarter of four and five-year-olds...
Hospice’s Festive Reindeer Saved by Council Logs Donation
Rudolph and his reindeer friends will be brightening up County Durham’s homes and gardens this Christmas – thanks to a donation of logs from...
150 County Durham Small Businesses Helped by £1 Million Scheme
A scheme set up to boost County Durham’s small businesses has just helped its 150th company.
The Targeted Business Improvement scheme, established by Durham County...
County Durham Gears up for Freezing Winter Temperatures, Ice and Snow
Durham County Council is preparing to take on the ice, snow and freezing temperatures of winter.
The council has gritters, snowploughs and snow blowers at...
War Memorial to Be Rededicated after Locals Raise £90,000 for Renovation
A war memorial in the village of Burnhope, near Consett, is to be rededicated today following a £90,000 renovation project.
Burnhope War Memorial, on Holmside...
Family Warn of Fatal Dangers of Cold Water Shock
The mother and brother of Cameron Gosling – a County Durham teen who died after jumping into the River Wear – have spoken to...
50 Teen Parents Celebrated after Completing Life Skills Course
Over 50 young County Durham parents have been celebrated after finishing a course to learn vital life skills.
The parents were invited to an event...
Council Offering Cash to Help Homes and Businesses Get Faster Broadband
If you’re frustrated with the speed of your internet connection, Durham County Council may be able to help.
The Better Broadband Subsidy Scheme (BBSS) gives...