A blitz on environmental problems and neighbourhood nuisances will start next week in an East Durham village.

Tracing a stolen horsebox, helping to apprehend a drink driver and ensuring the successful prosecution of an abusive youth have added to a busy period for street wardens in East Durham.

The swinging sixties and flamboyant seventies will provide the soundtrack to a charity evening next month.

Dog owners are being urged to be more responsible and have their pets microchipped.

Three licensed premises in East Durham have been fined after selling alcohol to under-age drinkers.

East Durham’s unsung heroes are celebrating after being honoured at the second annual Pride in Easington awards last night.

Can you spare a few hours to help make a major community festival a success?

Residents are being alerted to bogus callers working in the district through a special early warning system.