Lee Weldon’s weekly round-up from the wicket… Saturday 4th September – NYSD Division 2 Newton Aycliffe 1st XI v Bedale 1st XI – weather was cool and overcast. Newton Aycliffe won the toss and chose to bat first. Newton Aycliffe 1st XI 265 for 7 declared after 47 overs Sam Telford 117, Luke Telford 64 and Jack Slatcher...

Community groups across County Durham have the opportunity of winning 2,000 bulbs to brighten up their area. Green-fingered champions across each of Durham County Council’s 14 Area Action Partnerships (AAPs) are in with a chance of securing the floral treats for their community open spaces. Groups entering will need to provide the postcode...

Mossley 1, Newton Aycliffe 0 Emirates FA Cup By Bob Wood A spirited second half performance wasn't enough to take Newton Aycliffe's FA Cup first qualifying round tie to a replay with Mossley, who play in the division above. The Newtonians went behind in the 24th minute in what turned out to be the only goal of the game. Despite a...

Food and its ability to bring people together will be essential ingredients in County Durham’s bid to be UK City of Culture 2025. Whether it is meeting a friend for coffee and a cake, fish and chips on a Friday night or the feast at the heart of a religious celebration – food is a key part of life. It is also closely linked to childhood...

The Salvation Army and UK drinks manufacturer Clearly Drinks are jointly funding a project to create employment opportunities for people in the North-East. The region has been highlighted by the Government as a priority area through its £4.8 billion Levelling Up Fund. Clearly Drinks will part-fund a new employment development co-ordinator...

Durham County Council is calling on individuals and carers to share their experiences of using Changing Place toilets, as part of plans to improve facilities for those with disabilities. Local authorities in England have been invited to submit an Expression of Interest to “opt in” for a proportion of £30m in funding (based on need), to...

Local businesses have displayed tremendous resilience over the last 18 months in dealing with the unprecedented economic shock the pandemic has caused. During that time, Business Durham, the business support service for Durham County Council, saw at first hand the challenges established enterprises and budding entrepreneurs faced. A common...

Officers are warning young people and their parents of a dangerous new trend involving vaping after one boy was left debilitated. It is believed the teenager vaped a mixture of CBD and THC oil – a harmful concoction which can cause a range of nasty side effects. Thankfully the teenager was at home at the time and was able to get help when...

New street surveillance cameras and security measures for homes are set to be installed in County Durham and Darlington as part of an £830,000 scheme to reduce crime in our neighbourhoods. Earlier this year, the Durham Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office, together with Durham Constabulary, submitted two bids to the Home Office’s £18.3...

Aycliffe manufacturers are among a host of North-East companies benefiting from world-class support from the SAM Project. Peter Barron explains what’s on offer… With a wealth of experience in manufacturing behind him, Roger O’Brien is well versed in coming up with innovative solutions that drive businesses forward. Having spent 20...