July 24th, 20230933In the ever-evolving landscape of business, fostering growth and building sustainable success requires strategic partnerships, tailored support, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by local enterprises.
Enter Business Durham's Business Engagement Team, a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to driving economic...
July 23rd, 20230758Colleagues, volunteers and service users from the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) gathered to honour one of its longest serving employees.
Carol Gaskarth joined the health and wellbeing charity in 2003 as a project co-ordinator, managing a range of health and wellbeing projects.
From there she progressed from a middle...
July 20th, 202301832By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Hosted a good Chiton side, playing four fifteen-minute games and enjoying every second in their first ever outing.
Under 7’s Whites – Played Jarrow Jaguars and put in a wonderful team performance. MOTM was James.
Under 7’s Reds...
July 20th, 20230831A museum engager who has devoted almost 40 years to ensuring visitors have an unforgettable experience has been crowned Durham Tourism Superstar 2023.
Ian Bean, an engager at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, secured the most public votes in the annual competition, which is organised by Visit County Durham, Durham County...
July 20th, 202301066Aycliffe-based businesswoman and crafting queen Sara Davies is helping SmartWorks Newcastle to raise much-needed funds with a large clothes donation.
Dragons’ Den star Sara, who has been an ambassador for the regional arm of the national charity for more than two years, met up with chair Sophie Milliken to donate a variety of...
July 19th, 202301262Woodham Sparkies, a primary science club, recently wrapped up its successful year with an exhilarating water rocket competition that brought together parents, families, and budding young scientists.
The event not only showcased the students' scientific knowledge and skills, but also fostered a sense of community and excitement...
July 19th, 20230735By Steven Dawson
It has been another very busy week for Aycliffe Running Club as members continue to take part in a variety of different races.
The results are now in from Saltwell Fell Race which took place on Tuesday, July 4.
Representing the club was Martin Turnbull (56:20), Shaun Dodd (69:50) and Sandrine Hewitt...
July 19th, 20230846Consultation begins today on proposals to apply additional council tax premiums on long term empty and second homes in County Durham.
Durham County Council is seeking views on the proposals which are intended to bring properties back into use whilst also generating additional spending power for the authority, at a time when it is...
July 18th, 202301146One of the region’s best-known providers of IT business solutions is looking to establish a name for itself in Newton Aycliffe – and a familiar face to the area is leading the charge.
County Durham-born and raised Gemma Holmes has been the business development manager at Cornerstone Business Solutions for the last 18...
July 17th, 20230866Rich and vibrant tones of brass music could be heard right across County Durham last week, as organisers declare the success of Durham Brass Festival.
More than 30,000 people attended events across the county – between Sunday, July 9 and Sunday, July 16 – in a week packed with spectacular performances, new commissions, free...