County Durham library cuts spark protests
MORE than 8,000 people have joined campaigns opposing cuts to three libraries in County Durham.

6,000 respond to Durham County Council's consultation over library cuts
A MAJOR public consultation on cutting opening hours at 38 county libraries received more than 6,000 responses, a council has revealed.

Cameras installed to protect Barnard Castle bridge
CAMERAS have been installed on a historic bridge to stop HGV drivers ignoring weight limits and causing structural damage.

Borrowers protest against library cuts
MORE than 8,000 people have joined campaigns opposing cuts to three libraries in County Durham.

Pressure mounts over Durham County Council library cuts proposals
PRESSURE is mounting for councillors to abandon plans to reduce opening hours at 38 county libraries.

Protest over library cuts in Consett and Durham
THOUSANDS of people in Consett and Durham have signed a petition urging council bosses against cutting library opening hours.

Drive for Japanese investment
AN ENTREPRENEUR is backing a drive to increase Japanese investment in County Durham.

Troop 99 Scout Ryan Varian earns Eagle Leadership Project of the Year award for Newtown's Veterans Park
NEWTOWN - The Advancement Committee of BSA Bucks County Council has recognized Troop 99’s Ryan Varian for his work in Newtown’s Veterans Park naming it the 2011 Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project of the Year. This is the first year such an award was made locally and there was considerable competition.

A guide to walks in the country
A NEW programme featuring guided walks and countryside events has been produced by a council.

Thousands turn out to see top cycling in Durham
AROUND 8,000 people lined Durham’s cobbled streets to witness the drama of a high-speed cycle race featuring some of the sport’s top stars tonight.