Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has addressed multi-agency partners at a conference highlighting the innovative work underway to tackle violence from young people towards their parents or caregivers. The County Durham and Darlington PCC was invited to open the Durham Child to Parent Abuse Conference where she provided an overview of the...

By Steven Dawson As we move into Spring this week, it looks like some of our members have had a spring in their step with some excellent performances this week including a number of personal best’s. Sunday saw the inaugural Middlesbrough Half Marathon, with 8 members taking part. Representing the club were Mikey Taylor (1:21:37),...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section. 24th 25th February Under 7’s – Travelled to Whitby to play their first game since the winter break. Aycliffe played some amazing football and worked hard, scoring through Cooper. In a very even game, both teams enjoyed themselves. Under 8’s Whites –...

The Work Place business manager Angela Wilkinson is optimistic about the future… We’re looking forward to a positive year ahead after a very successful 2023 for The Work Place. We’re getting an increasing number of companies on the business park signing up to the many courses we offer here at the heart of Aycliffe Business Park,...

Durham County Council has received national recognition for its work to support the Armed Forces community. The North East’s largest council has been re-awarded the Ministry of Defence's (MOD) Gold Award as part of its Employer Recognition Scheme. The award recognises employers which demonstrate positive attitudes and policies towards...

Two local businesswomen have joined forces to help expand the reach of the Power of Women campaign with a special event next week. Marcia Atkinson (above left), finance director of Newton Aycliffe-based BTS Facades and Fabrications, and Nicky Jolley, managing director of Darlington HR agency HR2day, are helping to organise the ‘POWwow’...

Woodham Academy students participated in a weekend residential at Derwent Hill Outdoor Activity Centre situated in the Lake District. The focus of the weekend was centred on outdoor education, teamwork and resilience. Year 8 and 9 students worked in small groups alongside instructors to complete a series of outdoor challenges such as...

Newton Aycliffe 3, Cleethorpes Town 3 Newton Aycliffe recorded their third consecutive draw on Saturday against Cleethorpes Town after coming from 3-1 down with a spirited performance. Liam Jarvie had Aycliffe's first chance, but his shot quickly found the hands of Cleethorpes' Heath Richardson. It was somewhat against the run of play...

HR2day managing director Nicky Jolley with some useful personnel tips for businesses... While the term “HR compliance” may sound daunting, it is essentially a set of practices aimed at ensuring that organisations adhere to employment regulations and industry standards. Being HR compliant is not just a legal obligation; it's a strategic...

Police in County Durham and Darlington are to give away free pouches to motorists to help prevent mobile phone distractions at the wheel and tackle car theft thanks to funding by Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen. The County Durham and Darlington PCC has invested £1,000 into Faraday Pouches. The pouches work by containing...