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


Feb 13, 2022
Fairytale favourite set to gain new followers on County Durham tour
Families can sing and dance along with an interactive update of the classic Cinderella tale when it tours County Durham this month. The...

Feb 13, 2022
Shaparak Khorsandi comes to Barnard Castle Witham!
Celebrated stand-up Shaparak Khorsandi is set to take to the stage for a brand new 27-date tour beginning this autumn and running right...


Feb 8, 2022
St Nics hosts Racial Justice Sunday service for BBC Radio 4
A Durham Church has been chosen to host a special service for the four nations in Britain and Ireland, to be broadcast on BBC Radio 4. St...

Feb 8, 2022
You’re “too old” to go to an Adele gig at 53, according to The BRITS
You’re “too old” to listen to Justin Bieber by the age of 39 and no one over 53 should attend an Adele concert, according to Brits · ...


Feb 7, 2022
Interview: Justin Fletcher brings big tour to Stockton!
Children’s television megastar Justin Fletcher is heading out on the road in 2022 with his all singing and dancing show Justin Live – The...


Feb 7, 2022
Justin Fletcher brings family show to Stockton Globe
Children’s television megastar Justin Fletcher is heading out on the road in 2022 with his all singing and dancing show Justin Live – The...


Feb 7, 2022
North Durham Retail Park on track for completion
The steelwork of three retail units that form the core of a new Durham retail park has been completed by GMI Construction Group. Work...


Feb 5, 2022
Great entertainment at Empire Consett this spring
An action-packed line up of comedy, theatre and fun for all the family awaits audiences at Empire Consett this spring and summer. The...


Feb 5, 2022
Nominate an unsung hero of the pandemic
Do you know someone from County Durham who has gone above and beyond during the coronavirus pandemic? Durham County Council is searching...


Feb 3, 2022
County Durham finalises its bid for UK City of Culture 2025
Being named UK City of Culture 2025 will attract millions of visitors to County Durham and the north east, create thousands of jobs, and...


Feb 3, 2022
Council leaders welcome County Durham devolution plans
News of a potential devolution deal for County Durham has been welcomed by council leaders. A Government White Paper published today...


Jan 30, 2022
Support for County Durham Power Cuts
Emergency services, the local authority and other key organisations are working with Northern Powergrid to support residents in County...


Jan 25, 2022
Work on new Durham City bus station back on track
A multi-million pound project to deliver a new state-of-the-art bus station in the heart of Durham City is getting back on track...


Jan 24, 2022
Home Time exhibition explores life under lock down
An exhibition exploring the lockdown experiences of some of County Durham’s most vulnerable residents has gone on display at Gala...

Jan 24, 2022
Win Valentines dinner for two at Lumley Castle Hotel!
Still trying to find the perfect valentine plan? Look no further! You could win one of four dinners for two at the stunning restaurant at...


Jan 19, 2022
Film makers encouraged to send work to North East studio
Having celebrated and concluded their successful Open Day Event in October 2021 with a special Film Screening Evening, NES have decided...


Jan 6, 2022
Electric vehicle loans let businesses try before they buy
Small businesses in County Durham are being invited to borrow an electric van, to experience for themselves the benefits of going green....

Dec 30, 2021
WL Distillery raises a glass to growth one year on!
Nature. Aroma. Taste. It’s been just over a year since WL Distillery relaunched their signature 1st Edition gin in the height of lockdown...


Dec 27, 2021
'Fresh' encourages smokers to quit with free app
SMOKERS are being urged to put quitting on top of their New Year 2022 resolutions for family, better health and for their finances. It...


Dec 27, 2021
Durham Woman wins wedding reception for sister on Christmas morning!
The winner of the Durham OnAir & Lumley Castle Hotel £10K Christmas giveaway has been announced. Everyday during December, a Durham OnAir...
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