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A green space in Leadgate, County Durham, where there is a proposal to build 97 new homes. It is an area of fairly wild grassland bordered by trees and hedges. A wide, concrete path leads a short way into the main field.

Unanimous backing for 97 new homes plan

There were objections from those fearing loss of countryside and the impact on local services.

A light brown horse walks towards the camera. Surrounding it are several people standing on a wet day.

Rain fails to dampen spirits at Appleby Horse Fair

Photographer Debbie Todd, from Consett, shares some of the pictures she took at this year's event.

An empty shop. The windows are blacked out and there are two sets of doors in the middle, one of which is automatic. A lone CCTV camera points down towards the entrance.

Empty shops prompt 'ghost town' fears

The number of empty shops in seven Durham towns is at its highest rate ever, a report states.

A close up picture of a Reform UK blue and white rosette attached to a suit.

Reform councillor resigns one week after election

Andrew Kilburn has stood down after failing to declare that he worked for Durham County Council.

Abigail Devanney takes a selfie in the back of a car. She has blue eyes, a nose ring and long light brown hair. She is wearing a blue shirt.

Girl killed on 18th birthday by 'show off' driver

Abigail Devanney was killed, and three teens injured, when Charlie Whittaker lost control at speed.

A large group of men in cycling gear and helmets race down a bending road.

Cycle festival returns after six years

Organisers say it would have been a "tragedy" not to bring the event back after its 2019 success.

Simon Bainbridge is kneeling down in a field of pasture. He has a short beard and short wavy brown hair.

What to do to stop the spread of bird flu

Bird flu cases are being found across England but the public can help stop the spread of the virus.

A swan swimming in a body of water (stock image)

Warning after dead swans found in park

People are told not to go near dead or sick birds after dead swans were found in County Durham.

Rows of white chickens looking away from camera.

Poultry to be culled after bird flu discovered

A governmental body says cases have been found at two sites.