West Auckland8 days agoBypass plans axed with £36m costs a 'grim picture'A council says £750,000 will be given to improve road safety in Toft Hill after axing bypass plans.8 days ago3 Feb 2026Bypass could be axed after costs triple to £36mA council says inflation and construction costs has led to the cost of the A68 bypass tripling.3 Feb 202624 Feb 2025Hundreds of people respond to bypass surveyThe Council has put forward five routes around High Toft and says the responses will help it decide.24 Feb 202510 Jan 2025Man, 90, dies in chip pan fireFirefighters ask people to check their smoke alarms following the man's death in West Auckland.10 Jan 202529 Oct 2024Consultation on A68 bypass launched after delaysThe council is asking those with knowledge of their area for feedback on the plans for the bypass.29 Oct 202416 Jun 2024Holiday park plans approved by councilIt would see the creation of 104 chalets, 63 pitches for caravans, as well as a cafe and shop.16 Jun 20246 Jun 2024Consultation on new bypass 'to open after election'Residents want a bypass to prevent large vehicles and HGVs going through their village.6 Jun 202417 Apr 2024Football 'pioneer' in Hall of Fame after campaignJack Greenwell, who won trophies around the world, is Barcelona's third most successful boss.17 Apr 202422 Feb 2024Textile and pigeon racing histories celebratedHistoric England's Everyday Heritage programme aims to celebrate working class histories.22 Feb 2024...
