October 26th, 202001765
Newton Aycliffe 1, Whickham 1
By Joe Ramage
Newton Aycliffe came from behind but were held at home to Whickham on a frustrating afternoon at the Beaumont Landscapes Stadium.
Scott Robson gave the Lang Jacks the lead with a speculative strike from range early in the second half before Lewis Walton slid in at the back post to...
October 26th, 202001288
A scheme to protect hundreds of homes across County Durham and Darlington by reducing burglaries and improving community safety is set to be expanded.
This summer, it was announced that Darlington (Northgate and North Road areas) and Horden were to receive a share of the Home Office’s £25 million Safer Streets Fund.
The areas...
October 26th, 202001735
A metal recycling company which was launched at the start of the coronavirus pandemic has seen its workforce grow after its owner invested over £1.5m in infrastructure and equipment.
Northern Metal Recycling was founded by owner Jordan Bell, who wanted to create a one-stop shop for businesses across the North East.
With his vast...
October 23rd, 202001560
Aycliffe school Woodham Academy has produced a slick promotional film after their annual open evenings fell victim to Covid.
Woodham would normally have held a series of Year 6 open evenings for Aycliffe parents around this time of the year.
To make up for it, they commissioned a professional film which showcases the school, its...
October 23rd, 202001059
The unique architecture of a popular County Durham park will become the focal point of a new upcoming art project.
Durham County Council’s community arts team has commissioned artist Ed Carter to develop a new piece centred around the architectural history of Sedgefield’s Hardwick Park.
From now until Spring 2021, Ed will be...
October 22nd, 202001316
By Paul Dalton
Slim pickings on offer for those looking for a race or event over the course of the last week as many of the established events on the race calendar were cancelled some time ago.
Two Members who did find an event to run in were Richard Holland and Simon Turner, who had a crack at ‘The Philosopher’s Run’, on...
October 22nd, 202001689
Tekmar Group has announced that Alasdair MacDonald has been appointed as chief executive officer, taking over from James Ritchie.
Alasdair was chairman of Tekmar Energy for five years prior to the company's flotation in June 2018, when he became non-executive Chairman of Tekmar Group.
He has over 30 years' experience in offshore...
October 21st, 202011895
By Gary Beacom
This week’s round up from Newton Aycliffe Juniors FC…
The U8s whites played against Hebburn Madrid in the RFYL. It was a frustrating game for Aycliffe who were up at half time with a Regan goal but it should have been much more as the team had loads of chances and a missed penalty which Oscar scored left top...
October 21st, 202001363
A strategy which envisages more than 30,000 jobs and 25,000 new homes has been endorsed by the North-East’s largest council.
Durham County Council has today agreed to adopt the County Durham Plan, through which it seeks to ensure the county is a successful place to live, work, invest and visit by focussing on supporting and...
October 21st, 202001940
A family-run Newton Aycliffe business is laying the groundwork for their local football club with a naming rights deal that will bring major stadium improvements.
Northern League first division club Newton Aycliffe FC have agreed a stadium naming rights deal with nearby sports turf experts Beaumont Landscapes.
Aycliffe-based...
