In August Explain Market Research, one of the most successful research companies in the North, developed a new tool that enables private and public sector organisations to measure the levels of ‘Trust and Confidence’ that their customers and wider stakeholders have in their business, products or services.
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Average North East rental property takes three months to find a tenant – but homes in Consett take almost half that time.
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Local insurance broker, Coversure Insurance Services (Newcastle) based in Gosforth, Newcastle has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious national UK Broker Awards, due to be held in London on 16th September 2016.
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Rachael Benford is taking the next step up the career ladder after being appointed by Newcastle Building Society to run its unique branch inside Yarm Library. The new community branch, which has been developed in partnership with Stockton Borough Council, is due to open in early September.
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Sunderland businesses are being encouraged to celebrate local pride on this year’s National Mackem Day.
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A student who has endured more than a decade of hospital visits and treatment for rheumatoid arthritis has been recognised by his school for his determination and resilience.
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A new ‘Tree of Memories’ is set to allow families to leave a lasting tribute to loved ones who have passed on while also raising money for the successful North East charity behind the project.
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As part of the Active Sunderland programme of events and activities for 2016 the series of Active Sunderland Community Sports Festivals continues with the next event at Seaburn. It takes place from 12 noon – 4pm on Wednesday 10 August on the beach and promenade opposite the Seaburn Centre, Whitburn Rd, Sunderland SR6 8AA
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A Darlington-based contractor celebrated its fifth anniversary in business by raising thousands of pounds for a charity close to its heart.
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The TTE Technical Training Group is expanding its training facilities with the addition of a recycled Water Treatment Plant donated by Northumbrian Water Ltd.
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A talented violinist is adding a significant string to her bow by securing a place at a prestigious music school.
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SHIPSHAPE students enjoyed a voyage of discovery after setting sail across the North-Sea on an historic tall ship.
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NOF Energy, the energy industry business development organisation, is encouraging North East supply chain businesses to take advantage of opportunities in the United Arab Emirates by taking its flagship conference, Energy: A Balanced Future, to the region for the first time.
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THE sound of percussion and pyrotechnics reverberated across the Tees last night as this year’s Stockton International Riverside Festival came to an exhilarating close.
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Hit The Saddle this Summer With The Wiggle Super Series
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In partnership with the National Landlords Association (NLA), National Energy Action (NEA) invites landlords in Goole and the surrounding areas to a meeting on Monday, 25th July, to learn about a new initiative that could offer substantial savings on the installation of first-time gas central heating systems.
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How these lucky 7 could profit and thrive from Brexit
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NATYS is an independent, not-for-profit producer, sponsored by Roberson Wines
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THE SUCCESS of Sunderland’s newest destination restaurant has led to some exciting new seasonal additions to its menu, along with extended opening hours for its food offering.
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A POPULAR real ale and cider festival continues this month with three big events aimed at the whole family.
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As part of the Ofcom 2015 NGCS review, Ofcom previously announced that 0500 numbers would be withdrawn at a future date, the date has now been set and the UK 0500 range will be withdrawn from service on 3rd June 2017. After this date 0500 numbers will cease to operate.
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Don’t miss out on your chance to vote. That’s the message Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is sending to its residents, who will have now received their 2016 voter registration information forms.
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Business Interruption can be a vital, additional element to your overall insurance package. However, some rural and farm businesses do not understand the importance of this cover; and for some it may not be accurate.
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Two of the Country’s hottest dance talents will be making an extra special appearance this coming Saturday [August 13th] at the Billingham Forum Theatre as part of the opening day of the 52nd Billingham International Folklore Festival of World Dance.
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Pupils from a school in Bishop Middleham swapped learning for teaching as they educated people about responsible dog ownership.
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Over 4,500 people from across the North East donned their best Caribbean outfits and enjoyed Redcar Racecourse’s Caribbean Carnival Day on Saturday 6th August.
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In a prosecution brought by Ryedale District Council, The Old Lodge Hotel in Malton has been fined after a member of public fell down the cellar through insecure doors sustaining injuries.
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Tom Blenkinsop has praised the steelworkers’ union’s decision to nominate Owen Smith in the current Labour leadership contest.
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A housing association has donated a mass of workwear to the British Red Cross following a merger, as part of its commitment to helping local causes.
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Local housebuilder, Barratt Homes North East, has donated £2,000 for the renovation of the garden and outdoor space at Piper Court Care Home on Sycamore Way in Stockton. Work has now been completed, providing quality outdoor space for the residents of the care home to enjoy.
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The Prime Minister congratulated swimmers Adam Peaty and Jazz Carlin who won gold and silver medals respectively at the Rio Olympic Games.
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Not to be out-done by its noisy city centre rivals The Cherry Tree restaurant in Jesmond, Newcastle, is hosting its own ‘Restaurant Week Celebration’.
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Another meeting to defend Jeremy Corbyn has been organised in South Shields due to overwhelming popular demand.
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The next South Shields Defend Corbyn meeting will be on Tuesday, August 16 @ Ocean Road Community Centre in Ocean Road, South Shields town centre.
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Planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week.
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Businesses are invited to apply for funding of up to £1 million to develop new ways to minimise the use of animals in research.
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MOTHERS FROM ACROSS THE REGION gathered in Sunderland today (5 August) to help celebrate World Breastfeeding Week.
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Clixifix, a Spennymoor-based company developing digital solutions for the building and construction industry, has received a six-figure investment to fund its expansion.
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Crowne Plaza Newcastle – Stephenson Quarter has teamed up with Virgin Trains to provide staycation fun this summer.
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H&H Land and Property have announced the winner of their first Young Rural Entrepreneur Programme, run in conjunction with the Upper Teesdale Agricultural Support Services (UTASS). Ali Collinson, of Middleton-in-Teesdale, has been awarded a programme of business mentoring, full support and use of the facilities of (UTASS), worth £3000 for her work establishing Sweet Tooth.
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FOR one mum, running the Tees Pride 10k this year is a chance to say a huge thank you to a local charity that makes a real difference.
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A new initiative to unlock the arts for looked after children and young people across Darlington has been awarded a £30,000 grant from the Arts Council England (ACE) National Lottery Funded Grants for the Arts programme.
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The next phase of a major scheme to improve journey times on the main route through Durham City starts later this month which may mean disruption for some.
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FocalPoint Business Coaching North East has announced the launch of their new website, http://robmorgan.focalpointcoaching.com which is now live.
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A powerful, moving and at times discomforting show, immersing the crowd in a collage of sound, light and pyrotechnics, opened the 29th Stockton International Riverside Festival (4 August).
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Durham Markets is planning one of its busiest fortnights of the year with a number of special markets and events in the heart of Durham, giving locals and visitors great reasons to come into the city centre.
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The Kingslodge Inn in Durham City will launch a new menu bringing a taste of summer to Durham, and is also looking for more Chefs for its busy kitchen.
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Scotland prop Jon Welsh will make his comeback from injury on Saturday when Newcastle Falcons meet Greene King IPA Championship side Nottingham at Darlington Mowden Park’s Northern Echo Arena (kick-off 3pm).
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Following consideration of comments received during a six week public consultation, Trafford Council has now adopted new planning guidance and revised the boundaries for some of its conservation areas.
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ONE-OFF GRANTS are available to families and individuals on low incomes in the run-up to winter.
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