July 19th, 20230695By Steven Dawson
It has been another very busy week for Aycliffe Running Club as members continue to take part in a variety of different races.
The results are now in from Saltwell Fell Race which took place on Tuesday, July 4.
Representing the club was Martin Turnbull (56:20), Shaun Dodd (69:50) and Sandrine Hewitt...
July 19th, 20230801Consultation begins today on proposals to apply additional council tax premiums on long term empty and second homes in County Durham.
Durham County Council is seeking views on the proposals which are intended to bring properties back into use whilst also generating additional spending power for the authority, at a time when it is...
July 18th, 202301102One of the region’s best-known providers of IT business solutions is looking to establish a name for itself in Newton Aycliffe – and a familiar face to the area is leading the charge.
County Durham-born and raised Gemma Holmes has been the business development manager at Cornerstone Business Solutions for the last 18...
July 17th, 20230822Rich and vibrant tones of brass music could be heard right across County Durham last week, as organisers declare the success of Durham Brass Festival.
More than 30,000 people attended events across the county – between Sunday, July 9 and Sunday, July 16 – in a week packed with spectacular performances, new commissions, free...
July 17th, 20230942A software company is drawing on more than 20 years’ product development to offer manufacturers a “transformative” customisable product they can use to automate processes, analyse data, improve collaboration and manage workflow.
Excelpoint has a readily available software solution to simplify end-to-end business processes that...
July 16th, 202301177Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket…
Saturday 15th July – NYSD Division 2
Newton Aycliffe 1st XI v Saltburn 2nd XI – weather was cool with heavy showers. Saltburn won the toss and chose to bat first. Match sponsored by Unison
Saltburn 2nd XI 204 all out after 48.3 overs
James Layfield-Carroll 3 for 32, Matty...
July 15th, 202302099Local 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...
July 14th, 202301164As 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...
July 13th, 20230483Heroic 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...
July 13th, 2023041Woodham 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...