A new bridge over the River Gaunless will link Oakley Green and St Helen Auckland, improving access for walkers and cyclists. New River Gaunless Bridge Planned for West Auckland Area Durham wants to build a new bridge. It will connect Oakley Green to St Helen Auckland. The bridge will use steel and will improve access…
Beamish Museum received approval to add a large Ferris wheel to its fairground, enhancing the tourist experience. Beamish Museum Gains Approval for a Large Ferris Wheel Installation Beamish Museum can add a big Ferris wheel! Victorian Carousel Ltd. proposed it. They manage Beamish’s fairground now and want to make things even better. Durham County Council…
42 affordable bungalows approved for Trimdon Village, addressing housing needs despite local concerns about location and traffic. Green Light Given for Affordable Bungalows in Trimdon Village Hey, I have some housing news! They’re building 42 bungalows in Trimdon Village. Karbon Homes and DAMHA will share them. The developers call it an “affordable” project. These are…
Council gives go-ahead for Sherburn Hill Community Centre signage, ensuring adherence to safety and advertising rules. Sherburn Hill Community Centre Sign Plans Approved by Council Durham County Council had a plan. It involved signs for Sherburn Hill center. The center is on Front Street. They wanted an ad board and two signs. Someone submitted the…
Consett Empire Theatre could limit opening days. Locals fear for its future plus the impact on the town’s economy. Consett Empire Theatre Faces Uncertainty Amid Reduced Hours Consett’s Empire Theatre may close three days each week due to a proposed revised timetable from Durham County Council. Locals fear this change will hurt the theater and…
Council approves plan for house to become a HMO in Grange Villa. Interior changes only, external untouched. Durham Council Greenlights Grange Villa HMO Application The house at 33 Front Street will get some work inside. They won’t change the outside look of the house. Marvin Hazell owns the place. He asked to turn it into…
Residents petition for double yellow lines to improve visibility and safety at a hazardous junction near Hillside Gardens. Stanley Residents Demand Road Safety Improvements After Risky Junctions A petition wants safer streets near Hillside Gardens. It also covers Pelaw Avenue in Stanley. People are worried about a dangerous spot. The petition describes a risky junction…
Free insulation caused damage to homes in Chilton; after installation, residents report dampness and other major structural issues. Chilton Homes Damaged After Free Insulation: Residents Report Problems Some homes in Chilton have problems. The residents live on West Chilton Terrace. Their homes show flickering lights and peeling paint. Mould and crumbling walls are also present.…
Council gives the green light for a small HMO with conditions, including management plans and storage. Durham Council Approves HMO Plans for Sherburn Road Property Tracy Newton wants to change a house. It’s at 18 Laurel Avenue. She wants to make it a small HMO. It will house three people. Durham council said yes on…
ANPR camera goes live February 17 at Neville’s Cross junction on A167, targeting yellow box violations. A167 Neville’s Cross Junction Gets New Traffic Enforcement Camera Heads up, drivers! They will start enforcing rules at Neville’s Cross. This is on the A167. An ANPR camera starts monitoring February 17. It will watch for yellow box junction…