Julie Griffiths is elected after previously representing the Murton ward until 2025.

New powers that would put local people at the heart of decisions affecting their communities have been tabled.

In a five-hour meeting last month, the Planning Commission heard from residents opposing four large housing projects in rural areas of Durham.

Local authorities in have issued updates on whether they plan to introduce booking systems at rubbish tips after a similar scheme was rolled out ...

The number of empty shops in County Durham's town centres has increased for the third year in a row. Vacancy rates have risen in nine areas to record an overall score of 19.1%, above a target of 13.9% ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Durham County Hall opened in 1963 [LDRS] The demolition of an ageing council headquarters is expected to start in March 2027.

Investigations into allegations of bullying, harassment and the conduct of councillors cost more than £36,000.

Plans to demolish the former Tudhoe Victory Club and build bungalows have been submitted to Durham County Council.

The demolition of an ageing council headquarters is expected to start in March 2027. Durham County Council will leave its County Hall building at Aykley Heads, in Durham City, this summer, and ...