Aspiring entrepreneurs with ambitions to set up retail, leisure or hospitality businesses in County Durham can apply for a new grant to help make their dream a reality. Durham County Council has launched the Retail Start Up Grant to support businesses in their first six months of trading. It is part of the local authority’s Towns and...

A programme of world-class events, skills development and community-led activities has received a £1.25m Place Partnership award from Arts Council England through the National Lottery. Durham County Council submitted the bid on behalf of a consortium of the council, the Culture Durham Partnership and Durham University to support the £7.2m...

By Steven Dawson Although It’s early New Year, the races have been coming along thick and fast for members of Aycliffe Running Club with some challenging races to start the year. David Stothard (7:12) and Ian Stothard (949) both represented the club at the South Shields Monthly mile on Wednesday, January 10. January 13 saw a brilliant...

A Newton Aycliffe cabinet manufacturer has marked its 20th anniversary by substantially increasing its manufacturing capacity with the help of a five-figure investment. Trinity Kitchens is a leading manufacturer of high-quality cabinets for kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, which are supplied to tradesmen and retailers right across the...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section. Under 8’s Whites – Played Leon FC Blacks and could not get the result they wanted against tough opposition. Under 8’s Whites – Played against Houghton Albion Lions, in tough conditions Aycliffe could not get a goal in the first half. MOTM was awarded to...

Durham County Council has been praised by Ofsted inspectors for its work to prepare and support young people as they leave care. The council works closely with care leavers, ensuring they have suitable accommodation and offering advice on education, training, employment, money and personal wellbeing. During a two-day inspection focusing on...

Newton Aycliffe 2, Liversedge 0 By Ryan Livingston Newton Aycliffe defeated Liversedge in this mid-table clash in the NPL East. The result will feel like much needed revenge for Aycliffe considering the 5-0 defeat at Liversedge earlier in the season. Aycliffe's first goal was well worked when Liam Adamson crossed to Ryan Barrow who ran...

A committee that helps to maintain high standards of governance and financial management at Durham County Council is seeking two new members. Applications are now open for two Independent Person Posts on the local authority’s Audit Committee, which advises the council and its Cabinet on audit and governance issues. Working alongside...

More than 1,100 tonnes of British Steel have been successfully installed as Darlington Station’s huge overhaul takes shape. The steel frame of the imposing new gateway and multi-storey car park on the east side of the station is now in place as part of the £150m project. Construction chiefs say the gateway project is running on time,...

A proposal to establish a new charitable trust to boost fundraising support for County Durham’s cultural venues and activities will be considered by councillors next week. The proposed County Durham Culture Trust (CDCT) would open up access to funds, grants and donations that are not available to Durham County Council. It would also be...