During Fourth of July weekend, it will take residents collective effort to reduce safety threats posed by holiday traditions and COVID-19. The City's Police and Fire Departments encourage residents to follow these health and safety precautions. Read on...
Due to the Fourth of July holiday and amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) is anticipating a higher volume of people visiting the parks for some fun in the sun. Review these park rules and safety measures before you go. Read on...
In this episode: City takes more steps for sustainable operations; re-examining the Falls Lake Nutrient Management strategy; full-scale composting operation is on track; and City continues work with hazardous waste collection vendor. Read on...
The City is now seeking proposals from qualified organizations to support planning virtual events this year as well as virtual and in-person events in 2021 for new or existing cultural and arts festivals and special events. Read on...
PeopleForBikes has released its third annual ratings of the best cities for bicycling in the United States, with Durham ranking no. 54 nationally and achieving the highest ranking of cities in North Carolina. Read on...
As the number of positive cases of COVID-19 continues to increase in Durham County, learn more about the impact on the Latinx community and what’s being done to try to protect this vulnerable community. Read on...
If you’re a local or regional artist, your work could be featured on nine new solar-powered bus shelters in Durham. Artists are invited to apply for this new public art project funded by the City of Durham’s Participatory Budgeting Project. Read on...
New report highlights $100 million update for Durham’s two water treatment plants; millions of gallons of water saved by helping customers diagnose leaky plumbing; and honors for the best-tasting water in North Carolina for the second year in a row. Read on...
Any person interested in Durham Police Department (DPD) crime incidents, arrests, and calls for service can now find and download these data sets through the expanded Open Data website. Read on...
DPD is proud to have recently raised more than $10,000 for the Autism Society of North Carolina, and to be a supporter of the Special Olympics of North Carolina Torch Run and the recent National Alliance of Mental Illness virtual walk. Read on...
The City's website, DurhamNC.gov, has a new look and improvements to make it easier to use, including a cleaner design, updated navigation, and icons to highlight popular information throughout the site. Read on...
If you live or travel in and around downtown and the central area of the Bull City, the City of Durham Transportation Department wants your feedback on the final draft plan for the Move Durham Transportation Study. Read on...
City Council has authorized creation of the Durham Small Business Recovery Fund program to offer grants and loans for small businesses adversely affected by COVID-19. Info session webinars will take place on June 17, and applications will open June 18. Read on...
The 2020 Census counts every person living in the United States, and this information is used to determine how funding and resources are distributed to our community. Learn more and make sure you are counted.
The City is committed to the safety of our residents and employees - learn more about our reopening status, the Safer-at-Home Order, and available COVID-19 resources.
ENGAGEDurham is a new initiative to ensure all Durham voices are involved in City and County projects. Find out how you can give input on our community's new comprehensive plan, transit plan, trail projects, and more.
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