Plans to create 12 Local Networks across County Durham will be discussed next week. Durham County Council is proposing to replace its current 14 Area Action Partnerships (AAPs) with the 12 Local Networks from April 2025. The aim of the new model is to enhance the capacity of local communities and individuals to become involved in improving...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of Newton Aycliffe Juniors Action. Under 8’s Blues – Travelled to Barnard Castle, Aycliffe put in an impressive performance which showed how well the team are developing. Opposition and parents POTM went to Lennox for some outstanding saves. Goals from both games were scored by Carter, Alex (2), and...

Businesses, community groups and schools across County Durham are being urged to sign a single use plastics pledge. Durham County Council is asking individuals and organisations to commit to reducing their plastic waste by switching to reusable items which can be used over and over again. Cllr Mark Wilkes, Durham County Council’s Cabinet...

Newton Aycliffe 3, Carlton Town 2 By Ryan Livingston Newton Aycliffe defeated Carlton Town in spectacular fashion on Saturday. It was among Aycliffe's best performances of the season, seeing Brian Atkinson's side valiantly win 3-2 after going 2-0 down in just 15 minutes. The win moved Aycliffe up to eighth in the NPL East Division on...

Preparations for winter are well underway across County Durham. Durham County Council is ready to keep the region’s roads clear and safe with a fleet of 87 gritters and snow blowers all set for the colder weather. The council has already taken delivery of 42,000 tonnes of salt across its depots to tackle any snow and ice on the county’s...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of Newton Aycliffe Juniors Action… Under 9’s Juniors – Entertained Marton FC Yellows, on a gloriously sunny day. Aycliffe had their work cut out against a big strong side but matched them in a great game. The goals were scored by Reign, Kian and Linc. MOTM went to Flynn for keeping a calm head when...

Fascinating untold stories of children from County Durham’s past will be the focus of a new exhibition curated by young people. ‘Welcome to our County: The Children of Yesterday and Tomorrow’ has been devised and created by Durham Youth Council and opens on Saturday 2 November at The Story – Durham County Council’s heritage and...

One of the winners in this year’s Aycliffe Business Make Your Mark is celebrating a double win after bagging a new contract. After being crowned Small Business of the Year at the 2024 Make Your Mark awards, held at Hardwick Hall in May, training firm NC Group was contacted by Stockton-based Harrison Packaging. And the two companies have...

Newton Aycliffe’s FA Trophy run came to an end at the weekend with a 2-1 defeat at Stockton Town on Saturday. Aycliffe had achieved a fantastic win at Premier division side Whitby Town in the last round. But their fellow Step 3 team Stockton proved too strong for Aycliffe on this occasion. Stockton opened the scoring with less than 5...

Twenty creative practitioners will have the opportunity to bring their work to life in County Durham, thanks to £70,000 of new commissions to enhance cultural participation in the county. The innovative ‘Cultivate Commissions’ project offers a springboard to enable creative practitioners and arts organisations to develop their work with...