Are you a business owner or a local nonprofit leader and need to hire help for the summer? If so, our Durham YouthWorks Recruitment Fair may be the answer you’re looking for.

We’re proud to announce that The League of American Bicyclists has designated Durham as a Bicycle Friendly Community.

The State of Our Streams report is now available for you to see on our website. It shows that we received a score of 71 out of 100 on the Water Quality Index, which means we basically got a “C.” Find out some of the primary reasons for why we got that score.

We now know what the preliminary proposed plans are for a multi-sport complex here in Durham.

The City Council is considering a proposed ordinance that would govern trespasses from City property. Find out what would be included in the ordinance and why it’s needed.

We are once again beginning the process of finding a development partner for 505 West Chapel Hill Street. Find out what the first phase is in this two-phase process.

In an innovative step toward helping to create shared economic prosperity for all Durham residents, we are moving closer to launching a Business Registry and Legacy Program. Find out how the program will work.

We will soon be working with a new company to process and market our recyclable materials. We share how this will help maximize the value of Durham's recyclable materials.

An important sewer improvement project will soon be getting underway at Forest Hills Park. Learn more about what will be involved with the project and why it’s needed.

We now officially have a vote in how Durham County’s transit plan is implemented as well as future Transit Tax revenue funding. Find out how and why this is an important change.

A number of new projects to protect cyclists and pedestrians are underway or will soon be underway throughout the city.

It’s officially summer and that means it’s time to take advantage of our outdoor pools and spraygrounds. Find out everything that @DPRPlayMore has to offer to help your family stay cool when the temperatures heat up.

The Police Department’s First Quarter Crime Report is offering mixed news. The report shows that Part 1 violent crime during the first quarter was down while Part 1 property crime was up.

The City Council and the Durham County Board of Commissioners are considering a grant request from Housing for New Hope to help with the creation of a new supportive housing campus.

You’re invited to attend an upcoming one-of-a-kind art gallery opening reception featuring pieces by Durham’s long-term residents, immigrants, and refugees. Find out how you can experience the Peace by Piece: Art, Belonging, and Community exhibit.

The Triangle Apartment Association is making recommendations about how to make multifamily housing in Durham more affordable. Find out what those are.

The planned annexation of the 751 South development into the City will move ahead as scheduled with some significant changes to the original plans. Find out what those are.

A significant street maintenance repair project will soon get underway that will impact approximately 850 locations across Durham. We explain why the project is needed.

A significant street maintenance repair project will soon get underway that will impact approximately 850 locations across Durham. We explain why the project is needed.

A new Parkwood Lift Station will help to more efficiently manage wastewater in south Durham. We share why the project is needed and how it will benefit us all.

The City Council is now considering a $610M proposed budget for the coming year. Find out some of what is and what isn’t included in the proposed spending plan.

Thanks to an innovative partnership, we will move halfway to our goal to power 100 percent of our operations with renewable energy by 2026. Find out how Duke Energy’s Green Source Advantage program works and how we will all soon benefit from it.

Construction on the Lakewood Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project is underway. We share why this project is needed and how it may impact nearby residents, businesses, and travelers through the area.

Our new Solid Waste Management Director is already hard at work leading this vital department as it provides important services to our community every day. We’ll introduce you to James Lyon and tell you why his and the department’s work is so important.

Now that lawn growing season is in full swing, it’s a good time for a reminder about our mandatory odd/even watering schedule. Find out when your house or business can irrigate your landscape in the coming months.

If you live near or simply love @DPRPlayMore Merrick-Moore Park, here’s an event for you! Come celebrate the re-opening of the park’s playground as well as the completion of its new sensory garden on May 11! Get all of the details.

It’s National Drinking Water Week and your chance to learn more about where your water comes from. The week is being celebrated May 7-13 and is an annual celebration recognizing the vital role water plays in the everyday life of our community. Learn more.

This year’s point-in-time count to assess the number of people experiencing homelessness in Durham County is shedding light on an uncomfortable truth. Find out what that is.

Summer is just around the corner, and the @DPRPlayMore newly released June-August Play More Guide is available to help you make your plans. Find out how.

Families in East Central Durham are getting a chance to weigh in on what they want to see from future improvements at Grant Street Park South. Find out how you can offer your input.

Anyone interested in becoming a Durham Police Officer is invited to attend one of our upcoming hiring events. The next events will be held both on May 4 and May 18 from 6-7pm at Durham Police Headquarters.

Our Water Shortage Response Plan has been extended for another five years. That means that we’re ready at all times to take proactive and coordinated steps to ensure a more reliable water supply during short-term water shortages.

The Cornwallis Road railroad crossing near Miami Boulevard will be made safer and the surrounding area made more accessible for bicyclists and pedestrians.

As you’re starting to make plans for your summer, you’ll want to be sure and leave room for our Rock the Park Concert and Movie Series.

If you’re in the market for used vehicles, heavy equipment and other items, you might be interested in attending our upcoming virtual surplus property auction. It will be held online at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 19.

Calling all local businesses and nonprofits in need of high-quality help for the summer. This year’s Durham YouthWorks Program needs your participation. Find out what the program is and how you can get help while also making a difference in your community.

If you’re interested in learning more about and giving feedback on our most recent Stormwater Management Plan, you now have a chance to do that. We share what the plan is, why it’s so important, and how you can have a say in it.

Work is continuing with our local partners and the state to protect our natural resources within Durham. Find out about the latest proposal for the future of 215 acres of land north of Club Boulevard in East Durham.

If you’re interested in Durham’s natural landscape, it’s not too late to get involved with Keep Durham Beautiful’s BioBlitz for this year. Find out what a BioBlitz is and how you can get in on all of the fun scientific research.

Mark your calendars now for the 53rd annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival! The free event will be held on June 3 from 1-7pm at Rock Quarry Park. Get all the details on how you can enjoy a day of live music and performances, tasty traditional food, and much more.

If you live in Durham, Mayor Elaine O’Neal is encouraging you to take a pledge to save water and potentially earn prizes as part of this year’s National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation.

Sections of four of Durham’s busiest streets are being made safer for cyclists. We share how federal Surface Transportation Block Grant funds will be used to add more protection for buffered bike lanes.

A significant sidewalk improvement project will be getting underway this summer at locations throughout the city.

Beechwood Cemetery is about to undergo a much-needed expansion. Learn why the expansion is needed and what new elements will be added to the cemetery.

International Compost Awareness Week is just around the corner. The week, which will be recognized from May 7 -13, emphasizes using composting to create healthier soil while keeping food waste out of the landfill.

If you’re looking for a chance to play and have fun while you work, a position with our Parks and Recreation Department may be a good fit for you. We share all the details about the upcoming @DPRPlayMore job fair.

The Durham Fire Department is welcoming 26 new firefighters to its ranks. The graduation ceremony for Fire Academy 35 was held on April 7. Find out what kind of training they received as well as how you could become a Durham Firefighter.

The Durham Police Athletic League – or DPAL – is inviting all rising sixth graders who are Durham residents to attend its free summer camps this year. Find out all the details.

Durham is leading the way once again when it comes to reducing our carbon footprint. In this latest example, we are piloting innovative carbon removal technology through our recent sidewalk project at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Find out more.