July 25th, 202305589A family run business that provides purpose-built swimming pools for families with babies and young children is splashing out with ambitious plans to expand its operations.
Newton Aycliffe-based The Fish Tank has appointed property specialist @retail to acquire new sites across the North-East with target locations including Durham,...
July 24th, 202301119JR Cleator Cup
Newton Aycliffe 1, Boro Rangers 1
(Aycliffe win 4-3 on penalties)
By Ryan Livingston
Newton Aycliffe FC continued their pre-season preparations with a cup win at the weekend.
The JR Cleator Cup, the Northern League's traditional curtain raiser, was held on Saturday at the SecuriCorp Stadium – a fixture...
July 24th, 20230767County Durham residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details to make sure they don’t risk losing their right to vote.
Forms will be posted through doors across the county this week as part of Durham County Council’s annual canvass.
Where Durham County Council holds an email address for any or all...
July 24th, 20230904In the ever-evolving landscape of business, fostering growth and building sustainable success requires strategic partnerships, tailored support, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by local enterprises.
Enter Business Durham's Business Engagement Team, a dynamic group of professionals dedicated to driving economic...
July 23rd, 20230730Colleagues, volunteers and service users from the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) gathered to honour one of its longest serving employees.
Carol Gaskarth joined the health and wellbeing charity in 2003 as a project co-ordinator, managing a range of health and wellbeing projects.
From there she progressed from a middle...
July 20th, 202301797By Paul Blythe
A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 7’s – Hosted a good Chiton side, playing four fifteen-minute games and enjoying every second in their first ever outing.
Under 7’s Whites – Played Jarrow Jaguars and put in a wonderful team performance. MOTM was James.
Under 7’s Reds...
July 20th, 20230801A museum engager who has devoted almost 40 years to ensuring visitors have an unforgettable experience has been crowned Durham Tourism Superstar 2023.
Ian Bean, an engager at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, secured the most public votes in the annual competition, which is organised by Visit County Durham, Durham County...
July 20th, 202301040Aycliffe-based businesswoman and crafting queen Sara Davies is helping SmartWorks Newcastle to raise much-needed funds with a large clothes donation.
Dragons’ Den star Sara, who has been an ambassador for the regional arm of the national charity for more than two years, met up with chair Sophie Milliken to donate a variety of...
July 19th, 202301210Woodham Sparkies, a primary science club, recently wrapped up its successful year with an exhilarating water rocket competition that brought together parents, families, and budding young scientists.
The event not only showcased the students' scientific knowledge and skills, but also fostered a sense of community and excitement...
July 19th, 20230710By 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...
