Top cyclists will battle it out on the streets of County Durham as the Velo29 race returns for 2016. Having already welcomed thousands of spectators for the Pearl Izumi Tour Series’ visit to Durham City, fans of pedal powered sport can now look forward to more fast and furious action, on the streets of Bishop Auckland. Cllr Neil Foster,...

Guidance on where people can park in County Durham and for how long goes before councillors for approval next week. Durham County Council has produced the County Durham Parking Policies document which set out its position on the provision and management of on and off street parking across County Durham, and on other parking controls. The...

A round-up of the weekend’s cricket action... Saturday 2nd July – NYSD Division 2 Guisborough 2nd XI v Newton Aycliffe 1st XI – weather was cool and cloudy. Guisborough won the toss and asked Aycliffe to bat first. Newton Aycliffe 1st XI 206 for 5 after 50 overs Mark Woodhead 111 not out, Adam Gittins 37 and Colin Myers 29 not...

Views are being sought on proposed changes to how gambling is controlled in County Durham. Durham County Council has begun consultation as part of a review of its gambling policy, which sets out how the authority assesses licence applications for gaming and betting facilities. Joanne Waller, the council’s head of environment, health and...

NOF Energy, the business development organisation for oil, gas, nuclear and offshore renewables sectors, is offering a new service to start-up companies in the energy industry. It is launching a new membership band for businesses, which have been trading for less than 12 months. The subscription for the new band represents a reduction of...

Young victims of crime will be helped to rebuild their lives thanks to a new initiative launched by Durham Constabulary. Eight young people between the ages of 12 and 17 will be offered the opportunity to take part in the ‘Bounce Resilience Academy’. All of those selected have overcome adversity in their lives. Bounce aims to provide...

County Durham’s proud manufacturing heritage inspired dozens of bright young minds to make products for the 21st Century home as part of a popular schools competition. Talented young entrepreneurs from Durham Johnston School, in Durham City, were awarded the accolade of Future Business Magnates 2016 at a glittering awards ceremony at The Xcel...

Aycliffe club runners participated in the Ropner 5k trail race, part of the Stockton Summer Trail Series. Conditions were ideal for running. The outstanding performances came from John Surtees, who was first home for the club in a time of in 17:23, placing him third overall and Tracey Surtees who was fourth female overall in a time of...

Phil Wilson MP outlines his disappointment following Brexit, but says we must all now move forward... Britain has voted to leave the European Union. Having passionately campaigned for a Remain vote, I, like many, am deeply disappointed by the result and concerned about the impact of this decision on our region and our country. Britain’s...

Great Western Railway (GWR) has unveiled the first of a fleet of new Hitachi built trains as part of a special journey celebrating 175 years to the day since the very first train ran on the line between Bristol and London. The new Hitachi fleet is being introduced as part of the biggest investment on this railway since Brunel, including...