September 22nd, 202301446By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Hosted Seaton Carew Lions in their first ever league game. In a game full of goals, all players enjoyed the game. Goals from Harry (3), Mathew and Alfie.
Under 8’s Whites – Played against Belmont United Hawks, in an exciting game it...
September 22nd, 202302212Woodham Academy students embarked on a World Challenge expedition to Tanzania this summer.
The trip was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and students relished every opportunity, embracing the adventure.
The expedition was part of an 18-month project, where students continuously worked hard to raise funds.
Woodham says it’s...
September 21st, 20230815Advocates for the environment are being sought out as nominations open for prestigious awards.
Entries are now being accepted for the 34th County Durham Environment Awards, run by Durham County Council and the County Durham Partnership.
The annual awards recognise individuals and organisations for their hard work and commitment to...
September 21st, 20230808By Steven Dawson
It has been another busy week for Aycliffe Running Club which started with the seventh and final race in the Darlington Trail 5k series of races at Baydale Beck on Wednesday, September 13.
Fifteen members took part including Richard Holland (21:07) who finished second, Gareth Hamblin (21:44), Dave Blewitt (24:00),...
September 20th, 202301196Dozens of handmade shirts have gone on display at a County Durham arts venue as part of an exhibition exploring masculinity.
‘The Quest for the Perfect Shirt’, from North East-based textile artist Richard Bliss, is on show in Bishop Auckland Town Hall’s gallery until 4pm on Thursday, November 30.
The gallery, run by Durham...
September 20th, 202301433Newton Aycliffe 1, Ossett United 3
By Ryan Livingston
Newton Aycliffe were looking to build on the victory against old rivals Ashington in midweek, but Ossett United ran out 3-1 winners at Moore Lane on Saturday.
It was a contest where the final scoreline was incredibly harsh for Aycliffe, where it was a very even game where a...
September 20th, 202305332A Newton Aycliffe primary school teacher has given up her job to pursue her passion for promoting health and fitness.
And the success of Aycliffe-based Sophie Clothier in building an international client base has led to the publication of her first cookbook.
Sophie set up her online healthy eating and exercise platform...
September 20th, 202301201Durham County Council has been recognised for its commercialisation and entrepreneurship at a national awards ceremony.
The local authority was selected as a finalist in two categories at this year’s Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards, which celebrates achievements in local government.
Its commercial services...
September 19th, 202303261Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket…
Sunday 17th September – NYSD Women's 100 Pairs Cup Semi-Final at Norton CC
Newton Aycliffe Senior Ladies v Norton Senior Ladies – the weather was mild with sunny spells. Newton Aycliffe won the toss and chose to bat first.
Newton Aycliffe Ladies 109 for 6 (net score 79) after...
September 19th, 20230987The annual Durham FA awards were held at the Ramside Hall Hotel in Durham this month.
These awards recognise the dedication of coaches and volunteers to their grassroots club.
This year two volunteers from Newton Aycliffe Youth FC were give an award in recognition of 25 years’ service to the club.
Secretary Berni Borsberry...
