Finding an 85-year-old missing man and arresting a man wanted for robbery were just some of the good results officers had as part of Operation Checkpoint this week. Operation Checkpoint is a one-night, multi-force operation targeting travelling criminals operating between counties in the North of England and Scotland. It has been identified...

Woodham Academy has appointed Taylor Jones and Katie-Mae Stabler-Griffith as the new head boy and head girl respectively. These two students, both in Year 11, will replace the outgoing head boy and head girl - Sonny Fielding and Hannah Cox – who left the Academy this summer to begin sixth form. As always, the appointments follow a...

Police are today reminding drivers to check their tread as Thursday, October 1, marks the beginning of National Tyre Safety Month. The awareness raising month is organised by TyreSafe, who are encouraging drivers to check the air pressure, condition and tread depth on their tyres at least once a month and prior to long journeys. Roads...

There was a mixed reaction from the business community to the government’s new job support scheme, announced by chancellor Rishi Sunak. Businesses have broadly welcomed the new support to protect jobs – but reckon more must be done. Sunak confirmed that the new job support scheme will allow staff to be paid by their employer for working...

By Paul Dalton Last weekend’s action mainly revolved around the track, as more events took place as part of a delayed outdoor track season. On Saturday, September 26, several members attended the ‘Back to Track II’ meeting, hosted by the Darlington Harriers and Athletics Club at a brutally windy Eastbourne Sports Complex. The...

Newton Aycliffe shoppers will soon be among the first in the country to try Aldi’s new takeaway style chicken range, as part of a new trial. Featuring five delicious fried chicken dishes for under £3 each, including Chicken Strips and Dip, Southern Fried Drums and Thighs in a Bucket as well as a two pack Spicy Chicken Thigh Burger, the new...

Work is progressing well on the next phase of a new housing development in Heighington, as the first row of homes has now been built. The first eight homes have been constructed within the second phase of Bellway's Meadow Rise development, off Walworth Lane in the village. House-hunters are eager to live in Heighington – which was named...

The DurhamWorks employer grant has helped over 50 small businesses employ and support young people in the past 12 months. DurhamWorks is a partnership between Durham County Council and seven organisations, working together to support young people, and to help them create their future. DurhamWorks offers:• One-to-one support with a...

By Gary Beacom The weekend only saw three of our teams in action with new regulations stopping all friendlies and the TJFA league not officially starting this weekend. Here’s a round-up… Newton Aycliffe U8 Whites played against Harton. Brilliant work from all the players with great team effort. Will and Oscar C covering each other...

A County Durham market town has secured a welcome government grant to help support its local economy during these challenging times. Bishop Auckland has been awarded £750,000 to fund projects that will have an immediate impact in the town and help build a stronger and more resilient economy. After applying for the grant in the summer,...