A 4.6 million investment will upgrade the water network in County Durham, benefiting residents with more reliable supplies. County Durham Water Supply to Improve with £4.6m Investment The water company plans network improvements. These upgrades will help Westerton residents. They will also benefit those in Ferryhill, while Kirk Merrington and Coundon will see improvements too.…
Believe Housing’s grants top £1 million, aiding 700+ local projects in County Durham, tackling cost of living and Covid impacts. Believe Housing Grants Reach Million Pound Milestone in County Durham Believe Housing gives out funds since 2017. These funds help non-profits in County Durham. Grants range from £500 to £30,000. They have supported over 700…
Durham cracks down on fly-tipping with increased fines, court actions, and vehicle seizures, yielding positive results. Durham Council Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Fly-Tipping Durham is serious about stopping illegal dumping. Since June 2021, they have issued many fines. 181 fines went to people caught fly-tipping. 187 fines targeted unlicensed waste carriers. Another 60 fines went…
A construction worker was traumatised after discovering century-old baby remains under floorboards in County Durham. Worker Finds Century Old Baby Skeleton Hidden Under Floorboards A construction worker found baby remains under floorboards in County Durham. He is still upset months after the discovery. The baby’s skeleton was wrapped in old newspaper from around 1910. Police…
A 26-year-old driver received a ban and fine for speeding on the A1(M) in County Durham in April 2024. A1(M) Speeding: Driver Banned and Fined in County Durham Jacob Taylor sped on the A1(M). He lives in Green Acres, near Bedale. He is 26. Courts banned Taylor from driving for six months. The Peterlee court…
Several County Durham residents face fines for failing to clear waste from their properties after warnings. Durham Residents Fined for Waste Disposal Violations The court cases happened in Peterlee. They took place at the Magistrates’ Court last week. Lisa Blanchard lives on Fairbairn Road in Peterlee. She must pay £726 for not following a notice.…
Old farmhouse in Mickleton, Teesdale, for sale. Development opportunity to build three homes. Run Down County Durham Farmhouse on Market for £230,000 There’s property for sale in Mickleton, Teesdale. George F. White is the estate agent. This is a development opportunity, and you can convert it into three homes. The site has an old farmhouse…
A County Durham teen crashed a stolen motorcycle during a police chase and broke his leg. He was sentenced to 14 months. Teen Thief Breaks Leg in Police Chase After Stealing Motorcycle Hey, listen to this crazy story! Ciaran Parker got in major trouble. Police spotted him riding a stolen Kawasaki. It happened in Pelton…
Police visited David Moore after TEWV suggested a protest. Moore seeks inquiry into the trust following his daughter’s death. Police Visit David Moore’s Home After TEWV Protest Claim in Durham Okay, listen to this crazy story about David Moore. He lives in County Durham. Police showed up at his house; it really surprised him. It…
Two council members in County Durham engaged in a physical altercation, leading to a hearing for alleged misconduct. Council Chaos Pensioner Fight Rivals Jackie Weaver Drama Two council members got into a fight. Someone called it a wrestling match. Jackie Weaver says councils are usually boring. She became famous for a chaotic Zoom meeting. It…