Young people in County Durham are being given the opportunity to have a final say on funding for community projects. 3 Towns Partnership’s (AAP) newly-formed Youth Panel gathered for the first time to assess applications for its Children and Young People’s Small Grants fund. Jointly managed by the AAP and the Youth Panel, the fund...

Global entrepreneur Sara Davies is putting her running shoes on for this year’s Great North Run in support of her local NHS Charity! Sara said: “I am so thrilled to be doing the Great North Run for County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Charity and love that I'm able to combine my love of running with providing much-needed support...

Voluntary and community groups in the Great Aycliffe and Middridge areas are better able to support residents after receiving almost £150,000 in funding. Durham County Council’s Great Aycliffe and Middridge Area Action Partnership (AAP) has awarded £146,652 to 14 groups to enable them to provide a wide range of activities, social groups,...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of this week’s football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section. Under 7’s Whites – Played Whiteleas Cobras and had an exciting game, it was Felix who grabbed a all three goals for Aycliffe with one being spectacular free kick. POTM awarded by parents went to Felix and POTM awarded by the coaches was Oscar who...

Digital Edge director – and all round good egg – Ian Proctor kicks off a brand new series of features… Name: Ian Proctor Position: Director Company/organisation: Digital Edge Online Solutions Age: 44 From: Newton Aycliffe Lives: Newton Aycliffe – Gods Country 1: What was your favourite subject at school? A: Geography and I got...

By Berni Borsberry Once again the oakleaf pitches were closed with the pitches waterlogged , however some teams did manage to play. Eaglescliffe U23’s 2 v 3 Newton Aycliffe U23’s (cup) Away trip in cup as we looked to extend our unbeaten run, Aycliffe had chances to take the lead before Jake’s square ball found Richard who forced home...

People in County Durham whose homes are not connected to a mains gas supply are set to benefit following the success of a funding bid. A total of 250 properties will be eligible for work to make them more energy efficient after Durham County Council was successful in a bid for £5.185m from the government. The money comes on the back of...

Two volunteers are being sought to help ensure high standards of conduct among county, town and parish councillors across County Durham. Applications are now open for two Independent Person posts to support Durham County Council’s monitoring officer and Standards Committee in their work to uphold the high ethical standards required of elected...

Jacksons Law Firm corporate/commercial lawyer Sam Dixon with valuable advice to businesses considering employee share schemes… Currently, there is a particular focus on recruitment and retention of employees for many businesses. Providing incentives to employees can help retain and motivate key members of staff who have the skills to make...

By Paul Blythe A round-up of this week’s football from Newton Aycliffe Junior Section. With the snow fall leaving most games postponed, only three games survived the weather this week. Under 7’s Juniors – Travelled to Cleveland Juniors in what looked like it would be tough match. Aycliffe trailed in the first ten minutes, but never...