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  • Quilting classes
    Crafty folk can have quilt-making all stitched up thanks to a series of workshops starting this weekend. Killhope: the North of England Lead Mining Museum is hosting three sessions for people who want to learn the art of quilting. Led by expert quilter Vicky Boase, of Frosterly Bazaar, the complete course will see learners taking on the challenge of making a cot quilt. The full-day sessions take place on the following Sundays: 20 May – piecing together 3 June – wadding and quilting 24 June – binding The full course costs £130 and all materials are provided. Places must be booked in advance. For more information call 01388 537 505 or email info@killhope.org.uk
  • Horses, Hunting and Heroes
    Fans of the film War Horse can find out more about the real-life equine heroes of the battlefield this weekend. Author and lecturer Dr Karen Jones will discuss the relationship between horses, sports pursuits and the military at the DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery on Saturday, 19 May. A senior lecturer in history at the University of Kent, Dr Jones will consider the role of horses in the UK and US during the second half of the 19th Century during a talk entitled Horses, Hunting and Heroes: Playing War in the British and American Army in the Late 19th Century. The session will look at the developing relationships between the leisure economy of hunting, horsemanship and cavalry training as well as celebrity animals. Tickets are priced at £4.60 for adults, £3.60 for concessions and £2.60 for children aged from four to 16-years-old. Prices for annual pass holders are £2.60 for adults, £2.10 for concessions and £1.60 for children. Normal museum admission charges also apply. The talk, which starts at 2pm, replaces Remembering War Horses, a talk by Pip Dodd. Tickets purchased for the Pip Dodd session will be valid. The DLI Museum is open daily from 10.00am to 5.00pm. For more information visit www.durham.gov.uk/dli, call 0191 384 2214 or email dli@durham.gov.uk
  • New chairman appointed at Durham County Council
    Councillor Linda Marshall, JP, has today been appointed as the new Chairman of Durham County Council. Vice Chairman for the previous 12 months, Councillor Marshall succeeds Councillor Dennis Morgan and becomes the authority’s first female chairman following local government reorganisation in 2009. The former Roseberry Comprehensive School pupil, who represents Pelton Fell and Chester-le-Street West Central, Councillor Marshall runs the family printing business in Craghead, Stanley, which was established in 1919. The mother of three is from a family steeped in local politics and both her husband David and son Carl are Durham County Council councillors. Councillor Marshall, 56, has another son Adam a fitter, and a daughter Sally-Beth, who is a Stanley Town Councillor representing Craghead. Clouncillor Marshall’s hobbies and interests include looking after hens and geese on the family allotment, social networking, travel and experiencing new cultures and would, in the future like to become a beekeeper. The chosen charities of Councillor Marshall during her term in office are CRY – Cardiac Risk in the Young and the Royal British Legion. On accepting her appointment, Councillor Marshall presented Councillor Morgan with the former Chairman’s medal, and said: “Can I say what a tremendous honour and great privilege it is to be chosen as Chairman. “I am looking forward to representing the people of County Durham and will strive to enhance the reputation of Durham County Council.” On leaving school Councillor Marshall attended Durham Technical College where she studied catering before joining the family printing concerns. The new Chairman has been a Magistrate in North Durham for six years and is a member of Rotary Club of Derwentside. Councillor Marshall has been a GMB Union member since she was 17 and at 18, she became the youngest Branch Secretary of one of the biggest geographical branches, covering Berwick-upon-Tweed to Middlesbrough and to Cumbria in the west. She has been a Labour Party member for almost 40 years and a governor of Pelton Roseberry School for 27 years. The new Vice Chairman is former teacher Councillor Pauline Charlton who represents the Evenwood Ward. During his 12 months in office, outgoing chairman Councillor Dennis Morgan raised £10,000 for his chosen charity the Rainbow Children’s Trust.  
  • In the swim for charity
    Little swimmers gathered for a presentation today. To promote school swimming and encourage a healthy lifestyle, all schools across County Durham participated in a team one-mile swim for their school. The mile, which took place in local leisure centres and school pools, was timed with the fastest school, Hunwick Primary, winning free swim vouchers. Durham County Council organised the event with participants gathering at Hunwick Primary School today for the presentation. (Wednesday, May 16) Lee Dalzell, school swimming development officer, said: “We wanted to get schools in County Durham involved in the Big Splash Mile event. This gave children the opportunity to work as a team to complete the swim while having fun at the same time.” The winning schools were: first, Hunwick with a winning time of 2mins 12 secs, Second, St Godric's Sharks with 2mins 29 secs and third Brandon year six team with a time of 2mins 30 secs. The Big Splash Mile was raising funds for Sports Relief 2012.
  • Find out more about community governance in Crook.
    Local residents are being urged to come along to the next Three Towns Area Action Partnership (AAP) Board meeting to find out more about how the options for community governance in Crook are progressing.  The meeting will take place on Thursday, 24 May at St Catherine’s Community Centre, Market Place, Crook, DL15 8NE. At 5.30pm, Colette Longbottom, Durham County Council’s Head of Legal Services will give a presentation about the different community governance arrangements which are being explored. People attending will be able to ask questions about the different options. Then at 6.00pm the full Three Towns AAP meeting will take place. The meeting is the AAP’s AGM and the Board will be electing a Chair and Vice Chairs for 2012/13. The Board will discuss the partnership’s work and where the money was spent over the last 12 months. Local people are invited to attend to observe proceedings. People can also raise any local issues they would like the board to address. These need to be put in writing and sent in by Monday, 21 May. Anyone who would like to attend the community governance presentation, board meeting or to put an issue forward for discussion should register in advance. Tel: 01388 761989 Email: threetownsaap@durham.gov.uk
  • It's a rap for foster families
    Foster families of Durham County Council Fostering Service created a special rap at an event to mark the beginning of Foster Care Fortnight (14 – 27 May). The annual awareness campaign – co-ordinated by the Fostering Network – aims to encourage people to find out more about fostering. To recognise the work that foster families do, Durham County Council invited foster carers and their families to join in and have fun creating a rap. During the workshop facilitated by Urban Games and Hip Hop, foster families worked together to create an exciting new rap for fostering: “Fostering Rocks, care like a bear It’s fun like a fair, the love that we share Friends and family together Going on a journey whatever the weather Thunder storm, rain or shine I’ll keep you warm all of the time Turn that frown upside down Your trusts worth more than a million pounds” Rebecca, a foster carer attended with her two sons Lewis and Alex, she said “Lewis and Alex found the event great fun and they both really enjoyed joining in to create the rap” Young people will have the chance to add music to their rap as part of a bigger event during the summer holidays. Anyone interested in becoming a foster carer can contact Durham County Council’s fostering team on 0191 370 6149  email fostering@durham.gov.uk    visit www.durham.gov.uk/fostering Alternatively pop along to a fostering drop-in session taking place on Thursday, 24 May between 4.30pm and 6.30pm at the Freemans Quay Leisure Centre, Walkergate, Durham, DH1 1SW.
  • Public can still help decide on parish councils
    Members of the public are being reminded there is still time to take part in the next stage of a consultation on the creation of new parish councils in Durham City and Crook. Durham County Council is looking at options for the future governance of the two areas following requests from residents. An initial consultation on outline proposals took place at the end of last year and the feedback received was used to prepare more detailed proposals. The second phase of the consultation began on April 2 and until May 31 residents can fill in the relevant forms to have their say. Cllr Simon Henig, Leader of Durham County Council, said: “We are grateful to everyone who responded to the initial consultation. This is an extremely important review of the way in which a range of services in Durham City and Crook will be managed in the future. “The next stage of consultation provides a number of options which are being put forward in direct response to the feedback we received during the first stage. “I would strongly urge residents and all other interested parties to take part and put forward their views before the consultation ends at the close of May.” Householders should have received their new consultation documents in early April. Further information on the consultation, including the full draft recommendations for each area, is available at www.durham.gov.uk/communitygovernance. If any resident requires further forms they should contact: For Crook: crookcgr@durham.gov.uk (or telephone 0191 383 3679) For Durham: durhamcgr@durham.gov.uk (or telephone 0191 383 3861)
  • Family fun at Hardwick Park
    Everyone can join in the fun at Hardwick Park, Sedgefield on Sunday, 27 May – even the dog! Two events are taking place which will tempt your countryside conservation skills and show off your favourite pooch’s talents. Between 10am and 12 noon join Durham County Council’s Countryside Service and help pull up ragwort. The unwanted plants are growing in the wildflower meadow near the Temple of Minerva.  Everyone can take part, it’s really easy and even five minutes of help will make a big difference. Tools will be provided but wear old clothes and sturdy footwear as it can be dirty work. This community conservation event is part of the Meet the Species project set up to find and record 2012 plants and animals in the year of the Olympics. After a bit of weeding, why not head over to the Stray Aid Dog Show Gala. The event, which has been organised by the local dog shelter to raise funds, promises lots of dog themed fun. Enter your pooch in the dog show from 10am (all entrants £2), and then get your face painted, jump on a bouncy castle and try your luck at the tombola. The dog show will be opened by HRH Princess Helen of Romania and the gala runs between 11am and 3pm. Entry is free but charges will apply for individual activities. Hardwick Park Manager, Sara Fortune said: “Why not come along and lend a hand to this unique conservation initiative and if you bring your dog you could even win a prize at the gala!” For more information visit www.durham.gov.uk/hardwickpark or call the Hardwick Park Visitor Centre on 01740 621 505.  
  • The voice of Dr Hook
    The voice of Dr Hook arrives in Durham next week when singer Dennis Locorriere performs at Gala Theatre. With a distinctive vocal style, Locorierre is recognised the world-over as the lead singer of the 1970s rock band – but the charismatic and engaging performer is so much more. His songs have been recorded by a wide variety of artists including Bob Dylan, Jerry Lee Lewis, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Southside Johnny, Crystal Gayle, BJ Thomas, Olivia Newton-John and Helen Reddy. He released his third solo album Post Cool which was met with huge critical acclaim. On Monday, 21 May he will perform acoustic versions of songs from his extensive back catalogue at Gala Theatre. The show starts at 7.30pm and tickets are priced at £20. To book, visit Gala box office, call 0191 332 4041 or go online at www.galadurham.co.uk
  • New Chairman supports women’s centre
    The new Chairman of Durham County Council, Councillor Linda Marshall JP, will perform her first civic duties in her new role this week with a visit to the Bridge Women’s Education and Support centre in Chester-le-Street. During the visit on Thursday 17 May between 10am and 12 noon, Councillor Marshall will hear about the range of support offered by the centre and about the groups which use it. The Chairman will also get the opportunity to speak to some of the women who benefit from the centre’s services. Councillor Marshall will be met by the centre manager Jan Vincent who will take her on a tour of the buildings. For more information on the centre pleas contact Jan Vincent on 0191 389 1504  
  • Everybody’s doin’ the ‘Local Motion’
    At least that is the ambition of a new green transport initiative in south Durham which aims to get people out of cars and on to their feet, their bikes and public transport. Local Motion is being delivered by Durham County Council and aims to promote sustainable travel within the south Durham area, particularly around Bishop Auckland, Shildon and Newton Aycliffe. Sustainable travel is any means of transport with a low or reduced impact on the environment and natural resources. The scheme is funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) through the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) and the County Durham initiative will link into a successful similar scheme which has been operating in Darlington for the past five years. Councillor Neil Foster, Cabinet member for regeneration and economic development, said: “Transport is an important part of modern life and how you travel is even more crucial. With a little bit of thought it is easy to be healthier, save money and make a difference to the world around us. “Local Motion is here to offer information and tips to help residents think about how they get to wherever they are heading. “My message is simple; come and join the Local Motion and help us make our county even better.” Local Motion Travel Rangers will be out and about in Newton Aycliffe and Shildon from Monday, 14 May and Bishop Auckland and Shildon from Monday, 21 May, leading up to the two official launch days. The rangers will be on hand to provide general travel information to the public and to encourage people to join in the launch events which are detailed below. Newton Aycliffe/Shildon launch event: Saturday May 26, 9.30am – 4pm, Beveridge Way         • Local Motion Travel Rangers      • Durham Police • Hartlepool Cycle Clinic       • Sunsett Balloons – face painting and balloon modelling • Bishop Trains • PCT • Road Safety • Arriva Bishop Auckland launch event: Saturday May 19, 9.30am – 4pm, Market Square • Local Motion Travel Rangers • Durham Police • Hartlepool Cycle Clinic • Sunsett Balloons – face painting and balloon modelling • Bishop Trains • Take Two Entertainments - Laurel & Hardy look-alike • Electric Car • PCT • Road Safety • Arriva A number of partners and other organisations have been invited for the two launch days and available will be bike postcode marking and a Dr bike clinic.   
  • Time running out to send in your talents
    Time is running out to send in video auditions for Durham’s Got Talent. The deadline for 11 to 19-year-olds across County Durham to send in their video auditions is 31 May 2012. People should visit www.getoutthere.info/talent.php to submit their audition. At the end of the audition period, the videos will be judged and narrowed down to 20 semi-finalists before an online public vote determines the ten finalists for the Durham’s Got Talent final on Sunday, 8 July 2012 at Gala Theatre, Durham. Youngsters could win up to £250 towards developing their talent. Durham AAP, one of 14 set up by Durham County Council in 2009, is funding the event with support from Durham County Council’s Positive Activities for Young People team. For more information on the contest please contact Simon Bourne. Tel: 0191 3834946 Email: dgt@durham.gov.uk
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    • Collapse of road, 15th May, DH8 9UF
      The amount of water coming down from Townfield/Hunstanworth because of blocked drains has caused an area of the road to collapse.

      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Hunstanworth
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    • Severe flooding, 15th May, DH8 9UF
      Shoddy work on the drainage at Baybridge a few weeks ago has meant that yet again, the road has flooded when it rains heavily. This time the water was so deep that several cars could not get through

      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Blanchland
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    • Whitwell Acres Dropped kerbs and pavements, 15th May, DH1 2PX
      I have just tripped over a plank of wood which was placed beneath a dropped kerb aggravating an osteoarthritic hip and putting me in great pain.The dropped kerb crossings on Whitwell Acres are years overdue being replaced. At the local authorities admittance they are not within the recommended dimensions for such crossings and are continually doing damage to our cars by ripping the skirtings and damaging suspensions. Many have planks of wood beneath them to reduce damage. If you reverse off straight you rip the bottom of your car. if you reverse at an angle to avoid parked cars you damage your suspension bouncing off 6 inch kerbs. They aren't low enough or wide enough for modern standards. The pavements are crumbling and it looks like a street in decline.

      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 4 Whitwell Acres, High Shincliffe
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    • Blocked drain, 14th May, DH8 9UF
      The drain outside theOld School House Hunstanworth is completely blocked. Last week this caused major flooding down the road to Baybridge. This flooding has caused deep erosion of the side of the road on the left hand side of the road from Hunstanworth to Baybridge
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Hunstanworth
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    • Dried lump of cement on carriageway, 14th May, DH8 9UF
      There is a large area of congealed cement on the road. Some of it is several inches high and is extremely dangerous for cyclists
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Hunstanworth
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    • Sign damage, 13th May, TS27 3ES
      A vehicle has collided with the hartlepool sign
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Coal Lane, Hartlepool
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    • Potholes, 11th May, DL5 5HX
      Potholes run from Anne Swyft Rd garages towards Clarence Chare close to the gutter.They are causing problems for cars as they are difficult to avoid as its a narrow road and cars are parked opposite the potholes.
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Jowett Way, Newton Aycliffe
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    • Litter, 10th May, DH8 9QD
      Large amounts of litter on verges, fast food wrappers, cans, crisp packets etc
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Consett Lane, The Grove
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    • Litter, 10th May, DH8 9QD
      Alot of litter on verges heading down to Knitsley Mill. Fast food debris, containers, empty bags, cartons, cans etc
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Longedge Lane, Knitsley
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    • Pot Hole, 9th May, DL11 7DW
      Large Pot hole has reappeared just befor you get to Norbeck Bridge . Last attrempt to patch it up was washed away with the heavy rains. It is dangerous and could seriosly damage cars and injure passengers on the main route out of our village
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Norbeck Bank, Barningham
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    • Potholes galore!, 8th May, Nevilles Cross Durham
      On Farley Mount, particularly near to its junction with Percy Lane but stretching as far as lamppost 2082, there is a major concentration of deep holes which have gradually been getting worse over the last 6 months, to my knowledge. They are a major hazard for cyclists and almost impossible for cars to avoid. Perhaps this part of the road has not been adopted by the County Council or has been missed out from its recent road condition surveys.
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 1 Farnley Mount, Durham
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    • No drop curb, 8th May, DL16 7GB
      Opposite the entrance to the play fields and the street exit there is a drop curb on one side of the road (studley drive side) but not on the opposite side of the road, and the curb is very high at that point. I would of thought with the playing fields and the street exit that this would be a common place for people to cross heading into Spennymoor, especially as you have to cross here to avoid walking on the grass.
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Carr Street, Spennymoor
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    • Incomplete building, and associated mess, 8th May, DH7 8NB
      At the rear of 30/30A Frederick Street North - a small bulding has been partially erected, but has been in this state for over a year. Neither myslef or my neighbours recall receiving notification of planning applications, and we have been told that the owner - who has a plumbing business - intends using it for commercial storage and loading purposes, which we would object to most strongly (it being a single-track road).
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Brandon
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    • Nettles and damage to trees, 7th May, DH1 5NS
      There are now a number of nettles growing in and around the play equipment at the park on the field. Mainly amoung the rocks on the west side and around the base of the climbing web. This does not make a safe environment. A number of the young trees near the see-saw type equipment are leaning to one side. This is caused by young people climbing and deliberatly bouncing on them.
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Richmond Road, Framwellgate Moor
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    • Alleyway overgrown, 7th May
      Almost half of the path is over grown now

      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 24 Barrasford Road, Framwellgate Moor
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    • Lights not working, 7th May, DL4 2AQ
      2 lots of Lights are out in Maple Avenue
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    • Street light been out for 2 weeks!!!, 5th May, SR7 8JW
      Hi a street light has been out here for 2 weeks its right on a cut way and opposite a phone box and my wife has to walk up the cut way on a evening after work im concerned she could get attacked or mugged since it is pitch black as the nearest working street light is a fair disitance away...
      Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 22 Webb Avenue, Seaham
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