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News-Popular panto returns to Horden
Published December 17, 2024 9.15am

Christmas hampers and free pantomime shows are bringing extra festive cheer to a County Durham village.
News-Spreading Christmas cheer across County Durham

Published December 04, 2024 5.07pm

Towns and villages across County Durham are being transformed into festive wonderlands this month.
News-Council asks for views on future of Bishop Auckland
Published November 25, 2024 10.19am

Residents and businesses are being asked to have their say on their feelings for and interactions with Bishop Auckland to help support its ongoing regeneration.
News-Community set to benefit from centre handover

Published October 28, 2024 9.32am

The keys to a County Durham community centre have been handed over to its residents.

Towns and villages news

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News-Popular panto returns to Horden

News-Spreading Christmas cheer across County Durham

News-Council asks for views on future of Bishop Auckland

News-Community set to benefit from centre handover