AlterNativity scene goes on display in Auckland Castle
A nativity scene consisting of 24 life-size models has gone on display at Auckland Castle.
Bishop Auckland
Free parking after 3pm returns for shoppers
Parking in Durham County Council owned car parks will be free after 3pm during December.
Christmas light switch-ons announced in County Durham
We’ve rounded up the details of this year’s Christmas lights switch-ons in Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Crook, Spennymoor and Durham.
Electric cars on show in Market Place
Some of the latest electric cars have been on show in Bishop Auckland with visitors able to give the alternative transport a go.
Auckland Castle re-opens doors following conservation work
Auckland Castle has re-opened to the public following three years of extensive conservation work.
New projects set to help adults find work
Two new services are aiming to help people aged 25 and over across County Durham into employment, thanks to European funding.
Christmas fayre raises nearly £900 for nursery
Children in Bishop Auckland are looking forward to a fun filled Christmas party after an event raised nearly £900 for their nursery.
College supports Christmas hamper donation campaign
Staff and students at Bishop Auckland College are supporting a North East charity which is providing Christmas hampers to needy families.
Mining Art Gallery wins NE Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award
Durham businesses were celebrating after scooping a number of prestigious awards at the 2018 North East England Tourism Awards last night. The awards, which were announced at a glittering ceremony in Newcastle Civic Centre’s Banqueting Hall, shine a spotlight on the tourism industry. BBC Radio Newcastle breakfast show presenter Alfie Joey hosted the ceremony and … Read more
Local gymnast Amy Tinkler welcomed home with bus parade
Gymnast Amy Tinkler has been welcomed home in Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor with an open-top bus parade.