By Martin Walker Peacocks in Newton Aycliffe has survived a cull of stores and nearly 200 jobs in the North-East. The Aycliffe store is one of 16 in the region to stay open, while 10 face the axe. Peacocks’ deal with Edinburgh Woollen Mill will save 388 shops and more than 6,000 jobs nationally. But administrators from KPMG said...

By Martin Walker Phil Wilson says he expects to see more demolitions in Aycliffe’s town centre coming soon as part of its long-term redevelopment. Our MP has told Aycliffe Today the row of shops at the Beveridge Arcade end of the town – excluding the arcade – from the post office down to the town clock will be pulled down, as will...

Aycliffe Today have joined up with the FA and Middlesbrough FC to offer our readers the chance to win a pair of tickets for the England U21 game at the Riverside Stadium on Wednesday February 29 (6pm kick-off). We have FIVE pairs up for grabs! For a chance to win a pair of tickets for the big game, simply answer this question: Which...

By Martin Walker Police are investigating a number of crimes committed on Aycliffe Industrial Park last week. One offence has resulted in the theft of an exhaust from a van, while a separate incident involved five gallons of diesel being stolen. On the evening of Wednesday February 15 (about 5pm) into 7.30am on the Thursday (7.30am),...

By Ryan Gillham Durham Wildcats are looking at a tough weekend when they face second-top Worcester Wolves on Friday night in the BBL. The Wildcats in the past couple of games have struggled to find their touch as they faced heavy defeats from Leicester Riders and Newcastle Eagles. Durham have seen the fixture list lately as unkind to...

Do you know someone caring for someone else’s child? February 20 to 24 is national Private Fostering Week and Durham County Council is urging people to come forward with private fostering arrangements to help families get the help and support available to them. Private fostering is when a child under the age of 16 (or 18 if they are...

The benefits of investing in renewable energy technologies are to be discussed by councillors in County Durham next week. Members of Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to consider a report presenting the findings and recommendations of a review which looked at the environmental, economic and social benefits of such...

Darlington FC have today announced a seven-game ticket incentive for the rest of the season. In the hope of attracting as many fans as possible between now and the end of the campaign, the Quakers have produced a package for the final seven home games of the season. The seven-game ticket, which will save an adult more than £50 on...

Twenty charities and good causes from across County Durham and Darlington have received a cash boost from the police and fire services. Police HQ at Aykley Heads hosts the bonfire and fireworks event, organised by Durham Constabulary and Co Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service, every November. Thousands of people attend the...

By Martin Walker The Olympic spotlight could fall on Boro this summer with a visit from the Team GB football team – but much could depend on the support Teessiders show for international football when England Under-21s come to town next week. Former Boro Chief Executive Keith Lamb, a senior FA figure, believes Team GB may not only form...