Local councillors have lashed out at plans which are expected to see Newton Aycliffe police’s response team being relocated to Bishop Auckland. Durham Constabulary have confirmed its 10-year lease agreement with Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service has come to an end – and is seeking new premises on the town. But the force says...

As the managing director of a third generation, award-winning family business, Matthew Stiller knows that when it comes to remaining competitive and enjoying continued success, reinvestment is key. That’s why Stiller, specialists in the storage and distribution of palletised goods, has made a significant investment in new trucks and trailers...

Heroic police officers who died in the line of duty will be remembered by colleagues during a charity cycle ride. Officers from Durham Constabulary are taking part in The Police Unity Tour at the end of this month to raise money for the Care of Police Survivors (COPS) – a charity which supports families who have lost a loved one in the line...

Woodham Academy recently marked a significant milestone as 140 bright young minds from nine different schools successfully completed the highly acclaimed Science Ambassador Programme, in collaboration with Durham University. The scheme, designed to foster a passion for science and inspire future generations, proved to be a resounding success...

She juggles a legal role with being the driving force behind a mental health charity set up in her husband’s memory. And now Headlight Project founder Catherine Devereux has another role to contend with, having been named the Tees region’s most inspirational business leader in a prestigious annual poll. Catherine was revealed as overall...

By Steven Dawson It has been another busy week for Aycliffe Running Club as members continue to take part in a variety of different races. The week started on Tuesday, July 4, and the Bridges of the Tyne five-mile race. Representing the club was Richard Holland (32:28), Paul Dalton (34:40), Carley Gibson (43:33), Jayne Rudd (50:32) and...

Pupils from primary and secondary schools across County Durham put on their wellies and picked up their spades to help tackle climate change. This planting season 3,224 trees were planted by more than 2,600 children and young people, as part of Durham County Council’s Trees for Children project and its climate emergency programme. The...

A highly respected training company has moved to a bigger home, thanks to increasing demand from companies offering local apprenticeships and other training programmes. NC Group has a growing number of apprentices from employers on Aycliffe Business Park – and word of mouth is leading to even more employers seeking out its training...

Great Aycliffe Town Council has announced the passing of councillor Bob Fleming. Bob – who died on Monday – served the town council with distinction for some 36 years, having been elected to the council in 1987. He was awarded the rare honour of Freeman of the Town in 2015 for his long service, outstanding achievement and relentless...

Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket… Saturday 8th July – NYSD Division 2 Bedale 1st XI v Newton Aycliffe 1st XI – the weather was warm and overcast. Bedale won the toss and chose to bat first. Bedale 1st XI 223 for 9 after 41 overs James Layfield-Carroll 4 for 44, Joe Teasdale 2 for 33 and Luke Telford 2 for 73 ...