Dozens of young apprentices have been educated about the ‘fatal four' driving risks as part of a project backed by Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen. The educational session was delivered in partnership with Durham County Council and Durham Constabulary as part of the Project Edward initiative and saw 35 apprentices aged between 16 and...

By Steven Dawson It has been a very busy week for Aycliffe Running Club with some excellent performances and PBs with a number of runners taking part in one of the most iconic races there is. On Thursday, September 5, two members took part in a unique race in the final race of the Muddy Roads 5k series, the HMP Kirklevington 5k. Part of...

Carl Senior lost 1.5 stone in weight and felt the benefits in his physical and mental wellbeing thanks to support from our Eatwise programme. Healthcare Assistant Carl has multiple health issues including Long Covid and Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and, after having difficulties throughout 2023, was diagnosed with Arterial Fibrillation and...

Stiller Warehousing and Distribution has recently undertaken a project to trial a renewable gas-powered heavy goods vehicle. In partnership with CNG Fuels, the leading operator of Bio-CNG refueling infra-structure in the UK, the trial will enable Stiller to benchmark the test vehicle against its existing diesel powered trucks on local mileage...

Newton Aycliffe Football Club has announced a new youth team to its ranks. As part of the club’s commitment to developing young players, the Newtonians have welcomed Newton Aycliffe FC Under 17s to the club. The Under 17s team will be playing in the Teesside Junior Football Alliance (TJFA) Division 1 league. Their next two games are at...

A stolen John Deere tractor and muck spreader were tracked down near Bishop Auckland this week. After extensive enquiries, the vehicle was located and recovered, much to the delight of its owner. An investigation is ongoing to identify those responsible. Durham Constabulary launched the Rurali initiative earlier this year to work together...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of Newton Aycliffe Juniors Action… Under 8’s Juniors – Kicked off their season with a home game against local rivals Bishop Auckland, Aycliffe did very well from the start with goals from Cooper (2), Harry (2), Joey (2), Lewis, Oliver, and an OG. Under 8 Blues – Had their first ever league game away to...

Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket… Saturday 7th September – NYSD Division 2 Redcar 1st XI v Newton Aycliffe 1st XI – weather was warm and overcast. Redcar won the toss and chose to bowl first. Newton Aycliffe 1st XI 171 all out after 37.2 overs Tom Dearden 52, Adam Gittins 41 and Chris Palmer 17 Redcar 1st XI 175...

A proposal to extend a council tax discount scheme which supports County Durham’s most vulnerable residents will be considered by councillors next week. Durham County Council’s Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme offers a council tax discount to eligible residents on low incomes whether in work, unemployed or retired. Just over 53,800...

Durham County Council will consider preparations to begin collecting food waste. The local authority’s cabinet will be asked to approve changes to the county’s household recycling collections in line with the Simpler Recycling reforms introduced by government. The new legislation makes it a statutory requirement for councils to collect...