May 17th, 202301886By Berni Borsberry
As most of our boys teams having completed their season, the spotlight is veery much on our girls.
After the tournament success last weekend. the u13 Angels started the week, knowing that they had the chance of the league and cup double.
Stockton Town 1 v 2 U13 Angels
On Thursday the girls travelled to...
May 17th, 20230737Places to eat in County Durham have signed up to an innovative new scheme which will see carbon ratings included on their menus.
Durham County Council has launched its second Food for the Planet campaign which is aimed at encouraging both eating establishments and their customers to think more about the carbon emissions associated...
May 16th, 20230774Thanks to an ambitious new project, children from across Newton Aycliffe are developing a passion for science.
It is hoped that the new initiative, led by Woodham Academy, will improve science education across the town and inspire a new generation of scientists.
The project, which will benefit more than 600 children, has been made...
May 16th, 202302482Newton Aycliffe FC’s jubilant players were recognised for their historic promotion-winning season as plans get under way for the new campaign.
It was confirmed by the FA this week that Aycliffe will start the 2023-24 season in the Northern Premier League Division One East after winning the Ebac Northern League first division.
The...
May 16th, 202301164Parts of Aycliffe Business Park are a little cleaner thanks to the work of Aycliffe Running Club.
The club decided to try out an initiative called “plogging” – a recreational activity originating in Sweden which incorporates jogging/walking and picking up litter.
Club members took part in the initiative which is part of the...
May 15th, 20230833Local authorities in the North-East have secured funding to help tackle gambling-related harm in the region.
The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) for the North-East has successfully bid for £750,000 from the Gambling Commission’s Regulatory Settlements Fund to develop a regional three-year pilot programme dedicated...
May 15th, 20230416Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket…
Saturday 13th May – NYSD Division 2
Newton Aycliffe 1st XI v Marton 2nd XI – weather was mild and sunny. Newton Aycliffe won the toss and chose to bowl first.
Marton 2nd XI 130 all out after 41.2 overs
Luke Telford 4 for 49, Matty Greaves 3 for 9 and Leo Mercy 2 for 11
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May 15th, 20230893What started out as a couple of people attending the befriending group, quickly grew to over 20 people joining weekly.
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP)’s Befriending Services offers an in-person befriending group.
Ran by volunteer, Jean Griffiths, Jean credits the group to making a difference and offering a friendly space....
May 12th, 202301119By Paul Blythe
A round-up of this week’s football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
U7s Whites – Played Durham United Wolves. Aycliffe played very well but could not get the goal they deserved. MOTM was awarded to Charlie and James.
Under 11’s Blacks – Entertained Coxhoe, in a game full of goals, it was Bradley, Harry...
May 12th, 202303456Welcome to the 62nd issue of Aycliffe Business.
We’re delighted to bring you another jam-packed issue of the magazine for Aycliffe Business Park.
Our cover star feature is with an old friend of mine, Nev Jones from J&C Coaches, which has been on the business park for 50 years.
I’ve known Nev and his family since I left...