May 3rd, 20230691By Steven Dawson
It has been another busy week for Aycliffe Running Club.
The week started with the Neptune Relays on Wednesday 26 April which saw teams of four runners run approximately 1.7 miles each around Hardwick Park in Sedgefield.
Tracey Surtees was fastest lady on the night finishing her leg in a time of 9:55. It was...
May 3rd, 20230631A 10-week consultation on proposed new electoral boundaries for County Durham is now underway.
The Local Government Boundary Commission wants to hear what residents and local organisations think about the proposals for the future of Durham County Council’s electoral divisions.
The commission, an independent body responsible for...
May 2nd, 202301649Lee Weldon kicks off the 2023 cricket season with his regular round-up from the wicket…
Saturday 29th April – NYSD Division 2
Saltburn 2nd XI v Newton Aycliffe 1st XI – weather was cloudy, damp and very cold. Newton Aycliffe won the toss and chose to bowl first.
Saltburn 2nd XI 215 for 9 after 50 overs
Luke Telford 4...
April 27th, 20230412An industry-leading Aycliffe seafood supplier continues to thrive and expand as it marks more than 40 years in business.
Collins Seafoods, based at Heighington Lane Business Park in Aycliffe, has been an integral part of the seafood industry since it was established in 1980.
It delivers to fish and chip shops, pubs and restaurants...
April 26th, 202301238By Paul Blythe
A round-up of this week’s football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section.
Under 10’s Blacks – Travelled to Hartlepool St Francis for the last away league game of the season. Aycliffe started off brightly and grew in confidence after creating some chances, Tyler then scored both of Aycliffe’s goals. It was an...
April 26th, 20230643Electricians, plasterers, civil engineers and business administrators are among more than 40 apprenticeships roles on offer at Durham County Council.
Applications are open now, with a closing date of Sunday May 21, and successful applicants will take up their posts in September.
The apprenticeships are open to people of all ages...
April 25th, 202301038By Berni Borsberry
It was yet another wet weekend, but we managed to get some games on at the Oakleaf…
Hardwick Youth 2 v 8 U12 Eagles
The boys were up for it from the initial whistle and although seemed a little rusty at first it didn't take them long to find their form. Going a goal down with a shot from distance within the...
April 25th, 20230589Durham County Council has bolstered its road sweeping fleet in order to keep communities clean and tidy.
The local authority has taken on three road sweepers that will be deployed in town centres and elsewhere, as part of its work to help communities look their best.
The bigger fleet means that places like Newton Aycliffe, Durham...
April 20th, 20230861By Steven Dawson
The results from the South Park 20 mile race that took place earlier this month have just been released with three members representing the club.
This included Kevin Tatham (2:56:46) and David Stothard (3:40:14). Unfortunately, Kirsty Cameron had to withdraw part way through the race. This was not before...
April 20th, 20230811Bishop Auckland Food Festival returns to the town this weekend, bringing celebrity chefs, street food traders, live entertainment and fun family activities.
The festival, organised by Durham County Council, will take over the town’s marketplace from 10am to 5pm this Saturday and 10am to 4pm this Sunday.
Last year’s event pulled...
