November 22nd, 202304433Preparatory works have begun ahead of a major upgrade of Newton Aycliffe’s road network.
The Durham County Council works, which involve a series of public utilities diversions, have started along the A167.
The main scheme will follow from January and will deliver improvements to the A167’s Central Avenue and Ricknall Lane...
November 22nd, 202301873By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Travelled to Bishop Auckland St Marys, it was a game full of goals. Archie scored wonderful goal directly from a goal kick, with the other goals came from Harry and Alfie.
Under 8’s Whites – Played against Leam Rangers, in a tough game...
November 21st, 202301014The Pioneering Care Partnership’s (PCP) annual Christmas Fayre is taking place on Saturday 2nd December from 10am–2pm.
Local residents are encouraged to go along to the Pioneering Care Centre on Carer’s Way, Newton Aycliffe, and discover a selection of festive stalls for stocking filler shopping and more.
The event is free,...
November 17th, 20230533By Steven Dawson
It has been another busy week for Aycliffe Running Club as winter racing continues.
On Sunday, two members took part in the Run Durham Remembrance Day 5 Miler.
David Stothard (53:44) was third in the over 50 category with Ian Stothard (59:17) fourth in the over 50 category.
At the same time, two members took...
November 16th, 202301508A trailblazing bank and a lighting and testing firm with an inspiring story at its heart were among the big winners at the Best New Tees Business Awards 2023.
On a night of celebration at the Kirkleatham Walled Garden Pavilion, Middlesbrough-based GB Bank emerged with the coveted Best New Business title.
The awards event was...
November 16th, 202301037A personalised service which helps people with disabilities and mental health needs find work has received the highest possible rating in an independent inspection.
Durham County Council’s DurhamEnable service was graded as ‘Excellent’ in an audit carried out by the British Association for Supported Employment after receiving a...
November 15th, 202301834By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Played Stockton Town, in an entertaining game, Lewis scored a penalty. With changes to the team in the second half, it didn’t disrupt Aycliffe and Cooper scored Aycliffe’s second. Archie then saved a penalty brilliantly.
Under 8’s...
November 15th, 202304827Former Big Brother winner Anthony Hutton, who also owns a hair salon in Darlington, has launched a campaign to encourage men to speak up about their mental health, following his own battle with depression.
The 41-year-old introduced his ‘Never throw in the towel’ campaign in a presentation at Newton Aycliffe-based manufacturing...
November 14th, 202301342Teesside University’s London campus is now complete and was showcased to potential students during an open day for those looking to study in the capital.
Several hundred students are now studying at Teesside University London, with a fresh intake enrolling this month.
And, this week, visitors were invited to an open day to find...
November 14th, 20230930Durham County Council is combining artificial intelligence (AI) and a surplus food scheme to help feed families while reducing food waste.
The local authority is delivering a meal kit scheme through its nurseries to help families facing difficulties with the cost of living.
Working in partnership with supplier FareShare North East,...
