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Durham Students Turn the Lens on Generative AI in New Exhibition ‘portrAIt’ at The Dead Dog Gallery
At a moment when headlines are dominated by existential warnings, ethical panic, and corporate anxiety surrounding artificial intelligence, a group of young creatives in County Durham are offering something far…
ADHD advocate Ryan Swain brings powerful You, Me & ADHD talk to Barnard Castle this Friday
An award-winning ADHD advocate who has taken his message into schools, communities and Parliament is bringing his acclaimed You, Me & ADHD® talk to County Durham this Friday. Presenter,…
Poetry by Heart Competition 2026
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Durham Sixth Form Centre Open Events 2026 & 2027
Durham Sixth Form Centre Open Events 2026 & 2027 Are you a student or parent considering post-16 education in Durham? Durham Sixth Form Centre is inviting prospective students and their…
Students Develop Podcast Series Showcasing Creative Careers
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Dennis Southwell Award 2026
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Students test limits at University of Sunderland
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Durham Magazine
- County Durham and Darlington NHS Service Receives More Than 2,000 Referrals
by Barbara Parker on 8th October 2026 at 7:08 pmA specialist service supporting women and birthing people with pelvic health during pregnancy and after birth is celebrating its first anniversary, after receiving more than 2,000 referrals in its first year. The Perinatal Pelvic Health Service at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust provides personalised advice, assessment and treatment for women and birthing people The post County Durham and Darlington NHS Service Receives More Than 2,000 Referrals appeared first on Durham […]
- Miss Durham Nicole Hanson Completes 115ft Charity Abseil
by Durham Tracy on 5th October 2026 at 7:59 pmMiss Durham 2026, Nicole Hanson, has completed one of her biggest challenges yet, abseiling 115ft down the side of the Francis Crick Institute in London to raise money for charity. The 22-year-old from Darlington travelled from the North East to the capital to take part in the challenge as part of her Miss GB journey, The post Miss Durham Nicole Hanson Completes 115ft Charity Abseil appeared first on Durham Magazine.
- Antiques Roadshow Expert Mark Smith Coming to Bishop Auckland
by Barbara Parker on 5th October 2026 at 6:54 pmA popular Antiques Roadshow star will bring their expertise to County Durham this autumn. Durham County Council will welcome renowned medals and militaria specialist Mark Smith to Bishop Auckland Town Hall. Considered one of Antiques Roadshow’s most popular experts, Mark will present For Valour: The Story of the Victoria Cross. Audiences will get the chance The post Antiques Roadshow Expert Mark Smith Coming to Bishop Auckland appeared first on Durham Magazine.
- Dean Midas Releases New Horror Short Filmed in Durham
by Durham Tracy on 4th October 2026 at 6:07 pmAward-winning North East filmmaker Dean Midas has announced the official release of his latest short horror film, The Stitcher, which will be available this weekend on YouTube and Facebook. Filmed entirely on location in and around Durham, The Stitcher shines a spotlight on some of the city’s most recognisable historic landmarks and vibrant venues, including The post Dean Midas Releases New Horror Short Filmed in Durham appeared first on Durham Magazine.
- Northumbrian Water Begins Upgrade at Trimdon Sewage Treatment Works
by Barbara Parker on 2nd October 2026 at 9:16 pmWork is beginning on an £8.3 million investment to protect and improve water quality in the River Skerne. Northumbrian Water is upgrading its sewage treatment works in Trimdon, County Durham, to further improve the treated water it returns to the environment. By installing new processes to remove phosphorous as part of the treatment, the investment The post Northumbrian Water Begins Upgrade at Trimdon Sewage Treatment Works appeared first on Durham Magazine.
The Northern Echo Durham
- 'Hidden' County Durham garden centre that's also home to the county's only zooby patrick.gouldsbrough@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough on 11th October 2026 at 5:30 pm
A County Durham garden centre has a restaurant, tropical attraction and zoo alongside its plants, gifts and garden supplies.
- The County Durham mining village that was almost completely wiped off the mapby patrick.gouldsbrough@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough on 11th October 2026 at 4:00 pm
Seven streets, 170 homes and a huge mining community once stood at Cornsay Colliery. Today, one remarkable part of the County Durham village survives.
- The County Durham village hiding one of Britain's largest ancient monumentsby patrick.gouldsbrough@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough on 11th October 2026 at 4:00 pm
Cockfield may look like a quiet County Durham village, but its fell is one of Britain's largest scheduled ancient monuments, with mining remains, walks and wildlife.
- Stargazers treated to Northern Lights across North East - and it could return tonightby alex.oleary@newsquest.co.uk | Alex O'Leary on 11th October 2026 at 12:15 pm
Stargazers across the North East were treated to a dazzling Northern Lights display overnight - and it could return tonight.
- What we know about separate County Durham A1(M) crash and incident which closed roadby freya.cain-metcalf@newsquest.co.uk | Freya Cain-Metcalf on 11th October 2026 at 11:15 am
A1(M) closures remain in place after a serious crash and a separate police incident in County Durham overnight, with the northbound carriageway expected to stay shut into the afternoon.
