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Local features, events, what's on and local stories! This is the latest from Durham OnAir.


Apr 21, 2022
10-year-old boy living with Becker muscular dystrophy wins Chief Scout’s Commendation
Louis Jackson, from Spennymoor, has won a prestigious scouts award. He has been given the Chief Scout’s Commendation for Meritorious...


Apr 21, 2022
Street Museum launches in Blackhall
Tuesday 19 th April saw the launch of a street exhibition and treasure hunt around Blackhall that connects the former mining village in...
Apr 21, 2022
Future of HQ building to be discussed
Durham County Council Cabinet will discuss proposals for our headquarters and civic and office accommodation requirements at a meeting...


Apr 21, 2022
Lifesaving mother and community advocate receive prestigious award
A young mum whose quick thinking and first-aid skills saved a man’s life, and an activist dedicated to improving his community, have been...


Apr 15, 2022
New festival promises laughs for Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland was once the childhood home of comedy great Stan Laurel, a pupil at King James School. A bronze statue of Arthur Stanley...


Apr 15, 2022
Brassed Off to take centre stage at Gala Durham
A story of love, tragedy and brass will take centre stage at Gala Durham later this year as the venue announces its next production....


Apr 15, 2022
"Durham Does Disney Land" Durham OnAir Live at World Heritage Day Extravaganza on Easter Monday
On Easter Monday Durham’s history will come alive like never before as the city celebrates its World Heritage Site status on...


Apr 13, 2022
Durham Store 'Moon Jewellery' Auctions Necklace's for Ukraine Aid
A Russian Jewellery designer has donated two of her works to be auctioned by Durham store 'Moon Jewellery' to help in the effort to...


Apr 13, 2022
Man fined for illegal fish killing
The Environment Agency is urging anglers and river walkers to remain vigilant to suspicious activity after a County Durham man was fined...


Apr 12, 2022
Branching further into outdoor learning
A County Durham primary school is branching even further into outdoor learning with a new addition to its woodland. Bishop Ian Ramsey...


Apr 12, 2022
Commonwealth Games North East Batonbarers Confirmed!
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has today confirmed the inspirational people from communities across the North East who will take...


Apr 11, 2022
Spennymoor boy takes on world’s fastest zipline to fundraise for brother with muscular dystrophy
William Jackson from Spennymoor, County Durham, is strapping into the world’s fastest and Europe’s longest zipline with his cousin,...


Apr 8, 2022
New energy efficient lighting in place at Durham Cathedral
New light is being shone on historic Durham Cathedral after the completion of a revamp project. A team, including officers from Durham...


Apr 8, 2022
Free Fun and Food activities for children this Easter
Young people are being encouraged to make a splash with free swimming sessions at County Durham’s leisure centres as part of fun...


Apr 4, 2022
‘I love the job and have no plans yet to retire’ says 72-year-old care home worker
Kathleen Ashurst has worked at Croft House in Shotton Colliery, County Durham for 21 years, and at the age of 72 is one of four members...

Apr 2, 2022
BRASS headliners ready to take on iconic Durham Cathedral
Performers at this year’s Durham BRASS have spoken of their excitement ahead of its return after two years. The festival, which is set to...


Apr 2, 2022
BILL BAILEY’S EN ROUTE TO NORMAL HEADS TO STOCKTON GLOBE THIS MAY
Bill Bailey is back with a string of brand-new shows to add to his current live tour, En Route to Normal. The zinging musical comedy...


Apr 2, 2022
EX PRO FOOTBALLER KICKS OFF FITNESS CHARITY DRIVE ‘24 FOR RUBIE’
Ex Pro Footballer turned Fitness Coach, Simon Ramsden has unveiled the ultimate fitness charity challenge to support a courageous...


Apr 2, 2022
Artist confirmed for residency to amplify queer voices in celebrating the region’s marine heritage
A North East performance poet and illustrator will work with local people to collect and help tell their stories as part of a year-long...
Apr 1, 2022
Actor Charlotte Riley to receive honor from Durham University
Charlotte Riley, the award-winning actor and founder of The WonderWorks nursery, is to be honoured by Durham University this week. Riley,...
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