Author: Courtney McCarten

Graduate’s Goal in Securing Sporting Success

Kirsty Gibbon went from first class degree to the Premier League after joining the physiotherapy team at Middlesbrough Football Club.

Summer Fair Success at Ingleby Care Home

OVER £400 was raised at Ingleby Care Home’s annual Summer Fair – thanks to more than 70 visitors.

Couch to 5K in Durham Dales

Would-be runners are being urged to put their best foot forward and join new exercise sessions in the Durham Dales.

New jobs as Teesside Law Firm Goes for Growth

Teesside’s leading firm of commercial solicitors has strengthened its team by creating four new jobs as it pushes on with growth plans.

Darlington Businesses to Benefit from Manhattan’ Expansion

A Darlington cocktail bar has expanded its services to serve the business community a ‘slice of the big apple’.

City Centre Offices to Undergo Six-Figure Refurbishment

A city centre office building located near the successful Stephenson’s Quarter is undergoing a six-figure refurbishment in a bid to attract new tenants.

Building Society Sponsors National Music Festival Initiative

Darlington Building Society is supporting a cultural music event to enable it to return the town later this year.

The OZ Couple Arrive in Billingham after 10,500 Miles Globetrotting

A couple from New South Wales (NSW) in Australia have landed in Stockton-on-Tees after travelling over 10,500 miles.

Sweet dreams are made of this!

The Outlet Centre for Newcastle, Royal Quays has ensured its customers sleep easy as it welcomes the arrival of Dreams.

Hospice Launches 2020 Vision

STAFF and volunteers at a hospice that has been 30 years in development have pledged to continue their pioneering work to help patients live with their illnesses.

Afternoon Tea for Tweens and Under

Tweens and children now enjoy an early taste of life as a grown up with a very special afternoon tea.

Triple Appointments at Narrative

A North East integrated communications agency has made three appointments across its core services to further strengthen its offering.

Poet to Explore the Trouble with Compassion

POET Kirsten Luckins is to host an event exploring the nature of kindness.

Bongos, Beer and a Barbie This Bank Holiday

One of Tyneside’s most popular bars will be celebrating the August bank holiday with a day of beer, barbecue and bongos – all in aid of charity.

North East Woman Entrepreneur of the Year AWward Launched

The region’s female entrepreneurs and business leaders are being urged to enter the annual awards aimed at celebrating their achievements.

The Big North Tattoo Show

Total Tattoo Magazine and Tattoo.TV are excited and proud to announce the biggest Tattoo Convention ever seen in the North East.

Northallerton Sixth Form A-Level Results

STUDENTS from Northallerton College and Sixth Form are looking forward to bright futures after receiving their A-level results.

Students shine at Sunderland College

SUNDERLAND College students are shooting for the stars, after recording a 99 per cent pass rate for the eighth year running.

New Menu Unveiled at North East Restaurant

THE North East’s leading Pan-American restaurant is launching a brand new menu, mixing popular favourites with new healthy options.

16-year-old Holly is star student with early A levels

A student who taught herself GCSEs has collected three A* grades in her A levels – on her last day as a 16-year-old.

Outstanding Results from Top Art and Design College

Students and staff from a specialist art and design college in the north east are celebrating after achieving a series of fantastic results in A-levels and BTEC Extended Diplomas.

College named in top six in country for student success

Bishop Auckland College has been named one of the top six best performing further education institutions in the country for student success rates.

The Merchants Tavern Beefs up its Menu

A TYNESIDE gastro pub is raising the steaks with an evening dedicated to the best of British beef.

Bede Academy’s A levels

Students at Bede Academy celebrating another positive year for results.

Local Talent Strengthens Team at Space Architects

THIS Summer Space Architects has added two new creatives to the team at its Newcastle studio.

Bristol Street Motors Vauxhall Newcastle Recognised for Outstanding Customer Service

Bristol Street Motors Vauxhall in Newcastle has been recognised with a national award for excellent customer service.

Children can learn the basics of first aid at free summer event

Young people in Bishop Auckland can learn how to respond to an emergency at a free course this month.

Help on hand for teens taking their first steps into the world of work

Teenagers who are receiving their exam results this August are being offered help to find a job, apprenticeship or training.

Dancing their way to health

Older people in the West End of Newcastle have been dancing their way to health and happiness thanks to an innovative programme delivered with local GPs.

Foundation Futures and their quest to find some funding for their vital bus!

A specialist learning provider which works alongside local authorities and schools to engage with the hardest-to-reach children is hoping to raise £10,000 for a new bus to allow it to continue its life-changing work.

Charity Fundraising Partnership set to be a Huge Success with Support from Barratt Developments

16 August 16: Barratt Developments Yorkshire East has raised over £20,000 for the Brain Tumour Charity following a major fundraising drive.

Inspired Event Helps To Reward Hard-Working Staff

A GROWING North East contact centre is demonstrating its commitment to employees and proving it is a great place to work by creating an annual event to recognise the hard work of its staff.

Stunning new venue for fourth Festival of Thrift

The award-winning Festival of Thrift, the UK’s only national celebration of sustainable living, is back for the fourth year running at a stunning new north east-based venue.