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COUNCIL

• DCC Leader Cllr Simon Henig talks about Durham developments

• ‘This Is Durham’ showcased County Durham in the House of Commons

• Drug and alcohol recovery services consultation • Changes to health appointments transport programmes

• Tuesday 14 February is the last date to sign up to the Garden Waste Collection Scheme

• The GAMP Board is seeking representatives

• Latest Roadworks information

COMMUNITY

• Hate Crime Survey

• Should Darlington A&E close? Register for the NHS Better Health Programme consultation event in Sedgefield, Wednesday 23 February, 6-8pm

• Help for Teens contemplating their future

• How to donate regularly to the Foodbank

• Good news for the Kings Drive estate

• Horndale Residents’ Association meeting

• Newton Aycliffe Youth & Community Centre prepares for Asset Transfer with a makeover

• Winter Toy Fair, 1819 February, 10am-4pm, Locomotion Museum Shildon