Carers reminded that help is available if they’re struggling to cope
A CARER has urged people to swallow their pride and seek help as the pandemic makes looking after their loved…
Santa rides to the rescue as hospice stops COVID stealing Christmas
CHARITY fundraisers have enlisted the help of Father Christmas as they strive to achieve better financial tidings. St Teresa’s Hospice…
School reaches national final for keeping students learning through lockdown
DEDICATED school staff reached the final of prestigious national awards after being nominated for their efforts during the pandemic. Beaumont…
Hospice hoping to light up Christmas
HUNDREDS of festive lights will lift the gloom of a COVID Christmas as a community remembers its loved ones and…
Former pupils goes back to school as apprentice
A FORMER pupil is getting down to business at his old school after securing an apprenticeship. Philip Roberts, ex-head boy…
Project to help vulnerable people live independently supported by Darlington Building Society donation
AN initiative to provide vulnerable people with comfortable accommodation for up to a year has received vital financial support from…
MP praises construction firm’s commitment to apprentices during site visit to St Hilda’s Church
An MP has praised Wharton Construction’s commitment to apprenticeships during a visit to view progress on the new St Hilda’s…
Experienced headteacher excited to be taking on new leadership role at Darlington schools
A HEADTEACHER with a wealth of experience has spoken of her pride and excitement at taking on a new leadership…
St Teresa’s is a shining example
A MUCH-LOVED hospice is again appealing to the community for help as the second pandemic lockdown impacts on its ability…
Teachers turn to technology to support GCSE students
TEACHERS have taken an innovative approach to boosting life-chances for students by turning to technology and tapping into a national…
Flower Power – teenagers plant thousands of bulbs in Darlington park
This autumn NCS teenagers in Darlington have been out in force, dedicating time helping to support their local community through…
Successful physio business moves to new premises in Darlington
IT’S business as usual during lockdown for a popular Darlington physio business – with a move to new premises taking…
Extended furlough is stark warning to employers, says HR expert
The extension of the government furlough scheme to March 2021 is a warning to employers that the second lockdown may…
Lockdown music project strikes a chord with North-East musicians
A PROJECT launched to support North-East musical artists and help develop songs they wrote during the summer lockdown has received…
At your service – charity to deliver free meals to veterans on Armistice Day
A CHARITY is to deliver free meals to the homes of North-East military veterans on Armistice Day. Age UK North…