Darlington business owner welcomes rise in self-employment figures
A Darlington businessman has welcomed the latest Government statistics into self-employment, which revealed a 21% rise between 2008 and 2015,…
Students’ performance proves to be out of this world
PERFORMANCES proved to be out of this world when students blended classic Shakespeare with science fiction.
The Lord Mayor of the City of London Visits North East England
The Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman the Lord Mountevans, has been seeing first-hand how investment in people…
Tenants made safer thanks to a landlord’s sprinkling of help
Vulnerable tenants can feel safer in their home in the event of a fire thanks to a Durham City Homes…
Students stage Rio carnival to celebrate Games
STUDENTS delivered a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and music bringing a touch of carnival to class.
Two Darlington parks and West Cemetery named among the best in Britain
More parks and green spaces than ever will be flying the Green Flag Award this year – more than 1,600…
Grab a Free Little Book, Get a Big Bargain
DARLINGTON shoppers can once again enjoy big bargains, thanks to the latest issue of the popular Little Book of Offers.
Darlington School Mark their Creativity with Art Exhibition
STUDENTS made their mark with their creativity with an end of term art exhibition that proved to be a red…
Student Shaves Hair for Charity
A STUDENT who hasn’t had more than a light trim for six years has lost her luxuriant locks for a…
Young footballers get new drive thanks to motor dealer sponsorship deal
BUDDING football stars have been given new drive thanks to a sponsorship deal with a family run motor dealer.
Town bids a fond farewell to stalwart headteacher
A STALWART principal was given a swansong to remember after transforming the fortunes of a primary school over the past…
Head of Steam’s education programmes recognised
Hot on the heels of securing its VisitEngland accreditation, the Head of Steam – Darlington Railway Museum has now been…
Olympian urges young sports stars to make sacrifices for their goals
AN OLYMPIC swimmer, whose dedication to his sport lost him a best friend, urged budding athletes to set goals and…
Students celebrate success as school doubles in size
A SCHOOL, which has doubled in size in three years, celebrated student success at a special ceremony to remember.
Fun Day Celebrates Fostering across the Tees Valley
FAMILY fun was the name of the game at a special celebration of the life- changing role played by fostering.