October 4th, 202301792By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Travelled to Stockton Town Blues, in their first time playing on a 3G pitch. Archie made some great saves in goal, and in a great attacking display, goals were scored by Harry (3) and Joey.
Under 8’s Whites – Played Leon FC Blacks,...
October 3rd, 20230838Councillors will be asked to approve a public consultation on a new strategy to help reduce homelessness and rough sleeping when they meet next week.
Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be presented with a draft of the Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy in a meeting at County Hall on Wednesday, October 11.
The strategy...
October 2nd, 202301295Brighouse Town 2, Newton Aycliffe 1
By Ryan Livingston
Newton Aycliffe were unlucky not to gain a point at Brighouse, where two quick goals in the second half were their undoing in West Yorkshire.
A game played in constant rain, Aycliffe worked hard in the first half. Cieran Jackson was arguably the biggest handful for Brighouse...
September 29th, 202305050A local golf club is creating new jobs after investing a six-figure sum into a major facelift.
Woodham Golf and County Club in Newton Aycliffe has invested £400,000 into a refurbishment programme which has vastly improved facilities.
The club was brought back into management by its owners, local firm Hall Construction, after its...
September 29th, 20230784Shortlisted amongst ten charities, the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is the only organisation in its category to deliver solely in the North-East.
IIP celebrate and recognise organisations around the world that strive to develop their people. PCP holds gold accreditation standard from IIP, which reflects how it leads, supports and...
September 27th, 202301178By Steven Dawson
It has been another busy week for Aycliffe Running Club as we move into autumn and winter races.
The week started with three members taking part in the South Shields monthly mile. Angela Sutheran (6:50), Dave Stothard (7:00) and Ian Stothard (9:06) all achieved personal bests for the distance.
Ian has now taken...
September 26th, 202301448A Newton Aycliffe-based procurement specialist is targeting a £2m turnover within the next two years having once feared the global pandemic could actually bring an end to the company he owns.
Johnson Procurement Solutions, based at the Incubation Centre on Aycliffe Business Park’s Durham Way South, recovered from a tough period at...
September 25th, 20230920Inspectors have been appointed to oversee the final development of a new policy document for minerals and waste development in County Durham.
Durham County Council has been developing its Minerals and Waste Development Plan Document (M&WDPD) which will outline policies for the consideration of mineral or waste developments, such...
September 22nd, 202301469By 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, 202302262Woodham 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...
