A team which helps people with disabilities, neurodiversity, and long-term health conditions into work has been recognised as one of the highest-performing supported employment services in the UK. Durham County Council’s DurhamEnable service was ranked as “excellent” in its most recent Supported Employment Quality Framework...

Volunteer police cadets who are playing a pivotal role in reassuring communities impacted by anti-social behaviour have received high praise from Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen. The cadets, aged between 11 and 17, are supporting the delivery of a national trailblazer pilot providing ‘hotspot' enforcement patrols across 34 communities...

Stocksbridge Park Steels 1, Newton Aycliffe 1 By Bob Wood Newton Aycliffe recorded a 1-1 draw against Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday. It was a frustrating, niggly game which wasn't really one for the neutral. While a point away from home would otherwise be a good result, a feeling of "what if" will pervade in the Aycliffe camp...

Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen is inviting residents to have their say on how policing will be funded for the upcoming financial year. The online survey will help the County Durham and Darlington PCC determine support for a small rise in the policing precept – the portion of council tax that helps to fund policing locally – as she...

By Steven Dawson It has been another positive week for Aycliffe Running Club with some excellent performances and PB’s. On Friday, one member took part in the tenth race of the York 5k series of races. This is a race, with an excellent standard of competition. Matt Muir was the sole representative for the club, smashing his previous...

A project to restore 213 hectares of rare coastal habitat in County Durham has been launched with nearly £1m of funding. Durham County Council has partnered with the National Trust and Durham Wildlife Trust to deliver the Coastal Grasslands Reconnected Project. The project, which has received £975,000 from the Government’s Species...

By Paul Blythe A round up of Newton Aycliffe Juniors Action… Under 8’s Blues – Were at home to Riverside Juniors Barca. Aycliffe started strong and remained in control throughout. The goals come from MOTM Nate who helped himself to a classy hat-trick, with Carter scoring two goals. Under 8’s – Travelled to face Norton and...

A popular competition which aims to inspire enterprise amongst County Durham school children is back for its 20th year. Future Business Magnates (FBM), which is organised by Durham County Council’s business support service, Business Durham, will see students from 13 schools compete to create a winning business idea. This year’s theme is...

Newton Aycliffe 3, Bradford (Park Avenue) 1 By Ryan Livingston Newton Aycliffe put in yet another superb home performance on Saturday as they comprehensively defeated Bradford (Park Avenue) 3-1. This was their fifth consecutive league win and they now lie eighth in the league. While all the goals came within the first half, it was an...

The region’s largest council has been recognised with a prestigious award for its work to support and recruit apprentices. Durham County Council’s HR and employee services enjoyed success at this year’s LGC Workforce Awards, which showcases innovation in local government and celebrates services which have made a difference to their local...