North East charity launches urgent fundraising appeal after COVID causes £130,000 drop in income
North East based international children’s charity COCO (Comrades of Children Overseas) has launched an appeal following a huge loss in…
County Durham firm rolls up its sleeves to support charity
County Durham self-storage company U Hold The Key is rolling up its shirt sleeves to support a fledgling social enterprise…
Dash! series launches virtual #dothedash initiative for primary schoolchildren in County Durham
Following the inevitable postponement of the Dash! series of events that were due to conclude this month, organisers have worked…
County Durham business hangs up the bunting to celebrate success
The owner of a small creative business in County Durham who has had to adapt during the coronavirus crisis has…
North East container firm offers free storage to social enterprises during COVID-19 outbreak
North East self-storage company U Hold The Key is offering free storage to social enterprises during the COVID-19 outbreak. The…
New sporting chance for schoolchildren at Eleven Arches with the first Bishop Auckland Dash!
An initiative that helps thousands of primary schoolchildren to participate in sport is preparing to grow. New for 2020, the…
County Durham card creator and boutique owner team up to spread Christmas sparkle and promote ‘shop local’ message
Two female business owners are getting in the festive spirit by teaming up to support each other’s ventures this Christmas.…
Steve Cram and Jeff Brown complete Mercy mission for children’s charity
Athletics legend Steve Cram and BBC Look North presenter Jeff Brown have joined a team of fundraisers to complete a…
Search begins for superheroes to celebrate 10th anniversary of Sunderland City Runs
Double world record holder Aly Dixon has teamed up with North East athletics legend Steve Cram and Sunderland City Council…
Residents urged to back The Sedgefield Plan in community referendum
Residents in Sedgefield are being urged to vote for a plan that will give the community a formal say in…
North East children’s charity has eyes on adventure with bold appointment
Newcastle based international children’s charity COCO (Comrades of Children Overseas) has recruited a new team member in response to the…
St Cuthbert’s Hospice team gets set to take on Prince Bishops Durham City Run
A group of 24 runners is set to take part in this year’s Prince Bishops Durham City Runs to support…
Marathon man Ben Smith to join local 1000 x 10k running fundraiser at Durham City Run Festival
A father of two from East Durham is ready to take on the Prince Bishops Durham City 10k later this…
Global debut of Paula’s Families on Track brings out the smiles in Durham
Wet weather failed to dampen the enthusiasm of 100 families who signed up for the first ever Paula’s Families on…
Elites and experts bring free advice sessions to the Durham City Run Festival
A packed line up of experts and high-profile speakers from the world of running will take over the Gala Theatre…