🎬Looking for something to do this half term? From family favourites to must-see movies, @GalaDurham has cinema tickets for just a fiver! Grab your popcorn and enjoy a trip to the big screen. 🎫 galadurham.co.uk/gala-cinema…

Our teams have been out supporting residents in response to Storm Boelo. Across the weekend, we’ve been responding to reports of fallen trees, damage to buildings, fencing and street lighting, flooding, and debris obstructing roads. All calls were responded to and areas were made safe. We also provided support to @Northpowergrid when members of the public were affected by power outages. This included opening Warm Spaces at Consett, Woodhouse Close and Spennymoor leisure centres for people to charge their phones, keep warm, use the shower facilities and have a hot drink. Work continues to clean up the county in the aftermath of Storm Boelo. Our countryside rangers are out assessing the damage, and we continue to respond to incoming calls. We estimate that the clean-up operation will take place across most of this week. We would like to thank residents for their patience while we work to keep our communities safe and the county moving.

Our Employability Durham service is staging a free drop-in event at Newton Aycliffe Library for those affected by the Crafter’s Companion announcement. Sessions will take place from 10am to 11.30am and from 1.30pm to 4pm on Thursday 29 October. The team can support with: ✅CVs and applications ✅Job searching ✅Training and skills ✅Confidence building ✅Advice and next steps No appointment needed, just drop in. ☎️If you can’t make it on the day, you can still get in touch with Employability Durham by calling 03000 262009 or online at durham.gov.uk/employability Please share this post with friends, family, neighbours and colleagues who may have been affected by the recent announcement. A simple share could help someone access the support they need at a difficult time.

Heading out this half term? Up to 3 children aged 11 and under travel free on the bus with a fare paying adult. 📷 #KidsGoFree

📢 Household Waste Recycling Centre update All other sites will open as usual. durham.gov.uk/hwrc

⚠️ Storm Boleo is causing disruption across the North East. If you see a fallen or unstable tree that poses an immediate risk to public safety, or if you require sandbags due to flooding, please call 03000 260000 and stay on the line to report the emergency. 🚫 Please note that all Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) are currently closed due to the severe weather conditions. ℹ️ For emergency information, visit: durham.gov.uk/emergencies

The @metoffice has issued a yellow warning for wind between 3am and 11.59pm on Tuesday 27 October. For more information visit ow.ly/U1LQ5100Kbj

Having a clear out this weekend? Don't forget to check our website before you travel for opening times of your local Household Waste Recycling Centre, emergency closures and more info: durham.gov.uk/hwrc

Looking for a new opportunity with excellent rewards and benefits like these? 🌟 Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme 🌟 Family friendly policies 🌟 Up to 32 days annual leave Here are our jobs of the week! Building Control Officer tinyurl.com/4nv74ajc Strategic Construction – Site Manager tinyurl.com/2ey2svs7 Leisure Centre Receptionist tinyurl.com/yerp7yb2 Legal Clerical Assistant tinyurl.com/36jypy4k Home Care and Support Worker tinyurl.com/4kj4xbd8 View all our current vacancies: durham.gov.uk/CurrentJobVaca… Follow us: facebook.com/durhamcountycou…

A former Masterchef contestant is set to bring Bishop Auckland’s first tasting menu experience to the town, thanks to a fund which brings empty properties back into use. durham.gov.uk/article/37550/…

We’re pleased to confirm the operator of a council-funded bus service has made changes to a route so that it now serves residents of Henknowle. Weardale Motor Services operates the number 85 bus, which we fund, and which runs between Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle. The company has now made changes so that in addition to the stops the 85 was already serving, it now calls at Henknowle too. Cllr Tim McGuinness, our Cabinet member for rural, farming and transport, said: “We’re pleased to see Weardale reviewing its route and being able to find a way to serve the people of Henknowle, who I am sure will welcome the additional service. “We fund operators to run services in the best interest of our communities and it’s good to see Weardale doing exactly that.”

🗣️Could you spot the signs that someone is struggling? Everyday conversations can make a real difference. If you work, volunteer or spend time with people in your community, this free suicide prevention training can help you recognise when someone may need support, build confidence in having supportive conversations, and understand where to signpost for help. The courses re being run by @ifucareshare in partnership with ourselves. Together, we can create safer, more supportive communities across County Durham. Sessions are running until the end of the year online and in person You can find out more and book your place: ifucareshare.co.uk/training/…

The @metoffice has issued a yellow weather warning for wind for the North East from 6pm on Saturday 24 October until 9pm on Sunday 25 October. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Keep an eye on road conditions if driving or bus and train timetables if taking public transport, amending your travel plans if necessary. For more info: weather.metoffice.gov.uk/war…

🤝 @DurhamCouncil are looking for a Community Project Coordinator to help deliver the Shildon and Newton Aycliffe Strategic Heritage Place Programme. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/W8La51002eL 💷 Salary: £36,581 - £40,444 📅 Closing date: 12th November #NorthEastJobs

Learn more about our Seaham Townscape Heritage Project in Seaham tomorrow (Friday 23 October) at a special drop-in event 📆 Find out more: durham.gov.uk/article/37553/…

Visiting The Light Durham this week? Make sure to stop by our new display especially for #NationalAdoptionWeek. Our regional adoption agency, Adopt Coast to Coast , has been working with children to create a series of colourful artworks which express what adoption means to them. Their artwork has been transformed into 15 flags and strings of bunting, creating a powerful celebration of their voices and experiences. The flags will be on display until Saturday 24 October, so don’t miss the chance to see this amazing project!

Looking for something fun this October half-term? Come down to The Light for a variety of free and bookable activities 👇 durham.gov.uk/article/37524/…

Were you, a friend, or a family member affected by the closure announcement at Clayton Glass last month? Please don’t forget that we are here to help. Our Employability Durham team will be running another free support session for anyone affected at Annfield Plain Community Centre (DH9 7SY) from 1pm to 3pm on Monday 26 October. The team can support you with: ✅CV updates and job applications ✅Finding new employment opportunities ✅Training and skills development ✅Advice on next steps and available support ✅Building confidence and planning for the future Can't make one of the sessions? You can still access support by contacting Employability Durham on 03000 262009 or by following the link 👇 Please share this post with friends, family, neighbours and colleagues who may have been affected by the recent announcement. A simple share could help someone access the support they need at a difficult time. 📷The Northern Echo durham.gov.uk/employability