Software innovator Excelpoint has developed and implemented an automated software system tailored to the needs of Middlesbrough based Polar NE. The two companies came together to revolutionise the current project delivery processes of Polar NE, developing a management system with forecasting tools for planning resources and greater visibility...

Nine novice runners from Crafter’s Companion in Newton Aycliffe are hoping to complete the Great North Run in the hopes of raising more than £3000 for Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, which supports families caring for a seriously ill child. Sunny Pahal, Amy Gray, Katy Jones, Chantel Gray, Paige Todd-Archbold, Jade Craggs, Sarah-Jane...

Newton Aycliffe logistics firm Stiller Warehousing and Distribution can now transport hazardous products around the UK and Europe after teaming up with an established national network. Family-run Stiller has joined the Hazchem Network, which has 60 members around the UK, Ireland and in 28 European countries. Hazchem is similar to a standard...

The region’s largest council is looking to recruit 66 apprentices to a wide range of posts, from entry to degree level. Durham County Council is advertising the vacancies to coincide with the launch of its Apprenticeship Strategy for 2019-2022. Representatives from the council and the GMB and Unison trade unions were joined by current...

Professional skaters will be coming from across the country this weekend to celebrate the new installation of a Skate Park in Newton Aycliffe. The new facility in the Town Park replaced a very popular skate park earlier this year and – after being officially opened by the town’s mayor (pictured above) – has already been well received by...

A leading independent councillor has labelled Aycliffe’s latest selections as “ridiculous” after great grandmother Mary Dalton was appointed the town’s mayor for a fifth time. The selections, made during Great Aycliffe Town Council's AGM last week, were met by opposition from some members who said the council was a “Labour...

A round-up of the weekend’s cricket action… Saturday 18th May – NYSD Division 2 Guisborough 1st XI v Newton Aycliffe 1st XI – weather was cold and overcast. Aycliffe won the toss and chose to bowl first. Guisborough 1st XI 152 all out after 46 overs James Layfield-Carroll 5 for 25, Jack Slatcher 3 for 39 and Patrick Howe 1 for...

A Newton Aycliffe resident who’s bidding to bring the Great Aycliffe Show back in 2020 has acquired the services of an events expert. Russ Gibson (above left) has joined up with entrepreneur Chris Petty (above right), who successfully brought about the return of the air show at Durham Tees Valley Airport in 2016 after a 29-year absence. Mr...

Students from Woodham Academy continue to visit Hamsterley Forest after school on a Friday evening, with help from GAMP funding. There are a wide variety of challenging red graded mountain bike trails that the students continue to enjoy. On average, students cover about 10 miles and the mix of challenging climbs followed by exhilarating...

“If somebody gives me work to do that I’ve done 100 times, I struggle with being able to do it because my mind tells us I’m not good enough to do it, or that I’m going to make a mistake, or I’m going to do it wrong.” These words offer a glimpse inside the mind of a man who suffers from anxiety and depression, who has chosen to speak...