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If Registered Office: 40 Church Street, Shildon, Co Durham, DL4 1DX Tel: (01325) 319519 you put a poster up in your www.elachi.restaurant Registered in England. Registration Number: 4905360 PAGE 2 www.newtonnews.co.uk Students Give MP Tour of STUBBING OUT SMOKING Film Show IN BUS STATIONS “IT’S A MAD MAD Anne Frank Exhibition A crackdown is being MAD MAD WORLD” Greenfi eld Arts are excited launched on smoking in to be hosting the Anne County Durham bus stations. The “Feel Good Film Frank Outreach exhibition Durham County Council Show” at St Clare’s Church, at Greenfi eld Community offi cers are teaming up with on Tuesday 26th January, College – Sunnydale bus companies Arriva and features the hilarious, zany, Campus and Aycliffe Site, in Go North East to send out side splitting Laughfest The Greenfi eld Gallery. the message that smoking “It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad This exhibition, which is a will not be tolerated in the World” starring Mickey travelling outreach display county’s stations. Rooney, Phil Silvers, Edie and has come especially The campaign, which runs Adams, Ethel Merman, to Greenfi eld Community until February, will see our Spencer Tracy, Milton Berle, College from the Anne Frank staff visiting bus stations Terry-Thomas, Dorothy Museum in Amsterdam, and issuing fi nes to anyone Provine, Jack Benny and includes a display of caught smoking. Since 2007, dozens more stars, as nutty photographs and text, as almost all indoor public motorists speed off on a well as a response from places and workplaces, mind-bending, car-crashing the students of Greenfi eld including vehicles, have sites. Arriva and Go North East been required to be smoke Our Public Protection are supporting the campaign race to fi nd a fortune in lost Community College and loot. free by law. Offi cers and Neighbourhood by spreading the message local primary schools in Smoking is also prohibited in Wardens will be visiting among their staff, especially It’s mad mad mad mad but Shildon who have taken part it is sure to lift your spirits all enclosed or ‘substantially stations at Durham, , those who work in county creative outreach sessions. enclosed’ public places and Stanley, and Bishop stations. too. We were very honoured to workplaces, including bus Auckland. They will be Joanne Waller, our head of Tea, coffee and juice will be give a private tour at The stations. But despite the law, reminding people that it is environment, health and served at 1pm, included in Greenfi eld Gallery to Phil some people continue to against the law to smoke consumer protection, said: the £2, and the fi lm starts at Wilson MP who talked in smoke in and around county in bus stations, issuing “Smoking in bus stations is 1.15pm. depth with the students about stations. fi xed penalty notices to illegal and yet some people A variety of chairs are his visit to the Anne Frank We recently carried out anyone caught doing so continue to do it. provided for your comfort, Museum, Amsterdam, and a survey at some of the and providing advice and “It is a health hazard and and tables so that you can asked the Ambassadors lots county’s bus stations which guidance on smoke free a nuisance to other station bring a spot of lunch to eat of great questions about the revealed that over 71% of issues. Information posters users and we will be taking while you enjoy a great fi lm exhibition. people surveyed have seen will also be displayed in the action against anyone we in friendly company. Commenting on the smoking in or around the stations. catch fl outing the law.” Everyone is most welcome. exhibition Phil said “It Further info from Ric is important to keep the The students have done the Ambassadors and young Hargreaves on 01325 memory of what happened 316755. a tremendous job, I was people have achieved on all those years ago alive. very impressed with their Holocaust Memorial Day knowledge around the Wednesday 27th January at subject and their confi dence. The Greenfi eld Gallery and TTHEHE TTURBINIAURBINIA I would advise anyone who live performance of The Tin hasn’t to visit the exhibition.” Ring. To fi nd out more about * SSaturdayaturday NightNight LiveLive * Students from both campuses the exhibition or to book a have had the opportunity group visit, please contact to train as Ambassadors for Greenfi eld Arts on 01325 The Very Best of Rock - Normally NO Cover Charge the exhibition, in which they 379048 or info@greenfi eld- have been leading tours of arts.co.uk. Thank you to the the display, highlighting key many people involved in this Saturday 23rd January - “Bon Jovi Forever” areas and engaging students. exciting programme. with special guest support - ‘THE KILL’ £4 cover charge, sorry no tickets, pay on the door only It is so important to share this history so it doesn’t get Gig Pit Review: “I went up the Tuns, glad I did, never seen ‘The Kill’ before, known Mark for years, lost or forgotten. what a band, top drawer! Not a great fan of Bon Jovi, but I have to say these are the best tribute act I’ve seen, and Greggs vocals in both bands was awesome, guitar playing was immense and the The Ambassadors trained HAVE YOU rhythm section tight as anything. Grown men stood open mouthed and the women went beserk. with the Anne Frank Trust Great nite lads!” for two days, looking at how GOT NEWS Rockermouth review:“Great band! Still haven’t seen the Bon Jovi Forever set, but it’s the same line- they can explore the Second up as the Kill . . . and they rock! Talented lads, the lot of them. A great set of musicians and Gregg has frontman skills and stage presence to back up his excellent voice. Then add to that a cool and World War, prejudice, FOR US? interesting set list, a quality P.A. rig and you’ve got a superb package. Can’t wait to see the lads play compassion and respect We are always interested again. But maybe next time at the Office”. through the story of Anne in local news stories. Recent gigs include O2 ACADEMY, NEWCASTLE Coffee Afternoon Frank and how they can We like to feature good Friday 5th February, 1pm – 4pm pass this onto their fellow news and interesting Saturday 30th January - “Uncle Gilbert” students. This has been items on achievements Bluebell Hub Community Centre a great educational tool, & community service For more information on bands go to (Newton Aycliffe, DL15 7LN) giving the Ambassadors a Tel: Syd sense of responsibility and www.turbiniapub.co.uk or 313034 Tombola, Raffle, Cakes, Biscuits skills in presenting to their 01325 300212 Free Function Room - Free Disco/Karaoke peers as well as sharing the or [email protected] Bluebell Close Residents in aid of important information. Students said they feel they wouldn’t have engaged as well without the Ambassadors and have learnt so much about prejudice within society. The Ambassadors also noted how much they have learnt NNewew TTileile SShowroomhowroom NowNow about managing a group of students. 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These need motorists – particularly the excessive speed of vehicles, to be put in writing and sent in advance of the meeting. in the Peaseway and Stephenson Way areas of the town. The Board will be receiving update presentations in relation I wish to acknowledge that we share those concerns, to the Fire Service’s Integrated Risk Management Plan, and the Council’s Poverty Action Plan. take those concerns seriously, and are working with In addition, Mr Ron Hogg (Police & Crime Commissioner) our partner agencies to look at ways to alleviate the will be available at the meeting venue from 5.30pm, for issues, such as the implementation of traffi c calming people to have the opportunity to comment on the Police & measures. Precept Council Tax for 2016-17 before the main meeting Offi cers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will starts at 6pm. be conducting community Speedwatch activities in the Anyone who would like to attend the Board meeting should area and I would ask for anyone who resides in the local register in advance by ringing 01325 327441, or by emailing area, who may be affected by these matters, and would [email protected] - Great Aycliffe & Middridge be interested in volunteering to contact ourselves and Partnership is one of 14 Area Action Partnerships set up by Durham County Council in 2009. to work with us when performing such initiatives. All I would say is that whilst we can take enforcement action, environmental factors and education are key to successfully tackling these issues and the Police cannot Pupils who have been do this alone. The answer lies in partnership working involved in the Future and community cohesion. 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Any saving is based on tour operator brochure price. of Tigi Service with Katie to those people in Aycliffe Products (with this advert) currently unable to upgrade THE UK’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT TRAVEL AGENT to a fi bre broadband service.” US ON FOLLOW PAGE 4 www.newtonnews.co.uk CONSULTATION ON FUTURE Recycling Scheme Raised Honest John Over £200 for Charity Latest News OF YOUTH SERVICES Recent donations include £865 to provide a Heart Defi brillator for the Parents, children, staff and proposals would lead to prioritising and protecting benefi t of all who train or rehearse at councillors are all to be improved school attendance youth services for as long Acorn House, Aycliffe Business Park. asked their views on the and grades, and fewer as possible, the service is in £400 to Heighington Junior FC Under future of Durham County exclusions; fewer young regular contact with only 7 10’s team to supply new strips for the upcoming season. Council’s youth service. people not in education, per cent of all young people Fundraising is now taking place for another Heart Defi brillator Across the county the employment, or training and 9 per cent of those in the to be placed in a suitable area in Newton Aycliffe. council funds a range of (NEET); fewer referrals most deprived areas. Thanks for all the donations of items to sell and to customers activities, groups and youth to children’s services; and “Other authorities in the for your continued support. Honest John centres - but where that fewer teenage pregnancies. North East have cut their support goes has been based Councillor Lucy Hovvels, budgets for youth services, on historic agreements and cabinet member for adult in some cases by over 70 not where it could have the and health services said: “I per cent, while Durham has most benefi t. believe the proposed new reduced its funding by less BowenTHE Clinic Now, following a review of way of providing these than one fi fth. On 9th January 2016 Bishop Beech Tree Nurseries, the service, a consultation is services would be the right “However, with continued Auckland Rotary Club Windlestone Nurseries, The Bowen Technique is a soft tissue therapy to be launched on proposals thing to do. budget pressures we face teamed up with Butterwick Toronto Allotments, Peel that would see money and “An awful lot of time and some diffi cult decisions and Hospice volunteers to collect Street Warehouse, Oliver’s focusing on muscles, ligaments and tendons. Units, Low , Harry’s resources targeted towards energy has been put into it is important that we ensure the many real Christmas For help with back and neck pain, those young people who these proposals because every penny we spend has Trees in the area to recycle Farm & Raby Castle.” sciatica, sports injuries, knee problems, need it most, stronger links people recognise how the greatest benefi t. for residents whom had Helen Kirby from frozen shoulder, arthritis, asthma, with the voluntary and important it is to keep “With this in mind a review donated to the Butterwick Butterwick Hospice said “we hayfever, irritable bowel syndrome, community sectors, and providing for young people, of youth services has been Hospice in order to use this hope this scheme grows year anxiety, depression, stress and more... youth centres transferred who are our future. carried out and a series service. on year, this was our second into the hands of local “Hopefully when this of proposals have been Throughout December year in partnership with The Bowen Clinic, The Pioneering people. process is all fi nished it will drafted that would see a leafl ets advertising the Rotary Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe Councillor Ossie Johnson, be better for the people we new approach introduced to recycling scheme were and we have already seen an Jane McAneney RN Cert ECBS Bowen Technique Practitioner the council’s cabinet member represent.” identify and help the young available from various increase in bookings for tree for children and young The council’s Cabinet people and families who outlets selling real trees, Bill collections. Special thanks Telephone Jane on 07751 920 464 people’s services said: “At a discussed the review at its would gain the most from Robson, from the Rotary must go to the collectors www.the-bowen-clinic.co.uk time of continuing fi nancial meeting on Wednesday our support. Club said, “We would like to were Ian Clark, Butterwick pressures, with £124m in January 13 2016, and “No decisions have yet thank those businesses in the Volunteer & John Yeomans, savings to be found across agreed to conduct a public been made. The results area that agreed to hand out Tony Sanderson, Bill the council by 2020 on top of consultation on the plans, of the review will be leafl ets for us which detailed Robson, Keith Black the £153m we have already which will run from 1 presented to the council’s how you could have your tree Bishop Auckland Rotary found, it is more important February to 27 April 2016. cabinet on January 13 and, collected and recycled as Club and Robbie Izat ( San than ever that we make Following feedback from subject to approval, the well as Graham Holmes and Jose, Evergreen Rotary every penny count. that consultation, fi nal recommendations it contains Son whom provided a van Club). I would also like to “I believe these proposals to proposals will then be would be put out for a full for the day. This is a great thank Bishop FM for also develop a targeted approach, developed and presented to 12 week public consultation way to save you trying to supporting the scheme and which aims to ensure we cabinet in autumn 2016. beginning in February.” dispose of your tree yourself inviting us on air to talk reach those who are most in Carole Payne, Durham In County Durham there are and supporting a great cause. about it.” WALK IN BARBERS Professional Hair Cuts need, are long overdue. County Council’s head of 17,987 13 to 19-year-olds Those outlets were; Tesco, We hope to run the recycling “I hope as many people as children’s services, said: living in households in areas Asda, B & Q, Homebase, scheme again next year. MALE IMAGE GROOMING possible will take part in “Across County Durham that are among the top 30 Specialists in all aspects of Mens Hair Design. this consultation and help there are nearly 18,000 per cent most deprived in the us to modernise the service children living in areas that country. UGLY URBAN STREET Special Packages for Groom and Groomsmen. and make it fi t for the 21st are among the most deprived There are also 7,670 children Contact Emre on 07738 066723 Century.” in the country. from homes whose income Overall it is hoped the “Yet currently, despite is at least 60 per cent below LIGHTING ON AYCLIFFE OPENING TIMES the national average. Monday to Thursday: 9am - 6.30pm Only 9 per cent of young VILLAGE HISTORIC GREEN! Friday: 9am - 7pm people from the least well Saturday: 8.30am - 5pm SIMPSONS SHOE REPAIRS off areas have regular Dear Sir, when it comes to eco lighting Sunday: Closed ** Award Winning Shoe Repairs *** contact with the council’s My jaw dropped when I saw but I am 100% certain that a youth service. workmen directly outside village in, say the heart of WE ALSO OFFER: Key Cutting, It is believed that – despite my house over Christmas England, would not allow Unit 1 Blue Bridge Centre Trophy Supplies and Engraving the council having to fi nd erecting new street lights for their Council to erect such Aycliffe Business Park Watch Battery Replacement £1m of savings from its the Village Green. My jaw eyesores - they would do Newton Aycliffe DL5 6DS Established over 50 years £8.67m One Point budget – dropped even further when what they do in France and Mobile: 07738 066 723 the service can have a bigger I realised that the lights are, knock them down! Tel: 01388 777 7099 impact by redistributing what can only be described PS: I would welcome any 24 Church Street, Shildon funding across the service’s as suitable for the Industrial communication from the 10 areas, and targeting Estate, and not for Aycliffe’s Council and invite them to services to young people much revered Village Green. put their case forward to the who need them most. Please tell me I am dreaming village as to why our money The consultation is also and when I wake up I will was spent on this street looking at the funding see traditional street lighting lighting and why we were given to more than 50 youth columns fi t for a beautiful not consulted beforehand. projects through the Youth and most charming English Lesley Hislop           Work Support Grant. Village Green. The Green Currently groups receive To add to the ugly sight Aycliffe Village grants ranging from £430 that bestows me each time to £27,768, but again this I look out of my windows, is based on what each not only do we have to organisation historically suffer these monstrosities received and not on where of urban ugliness, but there        needs are greatest. are additional ones too!!! In 2015/16 the budget for Why?? the Youth Work Support Aycliffe Village is not an Grant is £194,684, but after Industrial Estate. It is not meeting savings targets that Blackpool illuminations. will be reduced to £138,000. 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Flower Club of the year, says: “The salt, emergency beacon, wash with a good quality, training partnership local people to be at the Other developments arrival of more typical tow-rope and other useful purpose-made additive between the North East’s heart of its wider success. planned for the castle The winner of BBC2’s Great winter weather will have items to reduce the chance of newest heritage attraction “That’s why we are include the reworking of Chelsea Garden Challenge – many of us reaching for the AA patrol of the year Max freezing. While you’re at and a college is set to create creating training and the historic walled garden, the amateur garden designer thermostat but it’s not just Holdstock’s winter tips are: it, run your fi nger down the scores of highly skilled jobs volunteer opportunities, a new visitor information whose garden was built at us who feel the chill. The Battery: keep it charged up wiper blades to check for for young people. apprenticeships and jobs, building, and an institute the RHS Chelsea Flower cold can cause problems for and if its old, get it checked nicks and tears. If they are Auckland Castle and Bishop and providing openings of Spanish art and culture Show – Sean Murray - is your car too, and in more and changed two years old or more they Auckland College have for local businesses and in Bishop Auckland Market the guest demonstrator at ways than many people Short, stop-start journeys should be replaced, a quick joined forces to launch enterprises to be able to take Place. the next meeting of Shildon realise. especially during winter and easy job on most cars a new apprenticeship advantage of the expected In turn, new business and District Flower Club “Breakdowns can double when the battery is under Also give the windscreen academy to equip students infl ux of visitors, which and job opportunities on Monday, 1st February at in very cold weather but additional strain and doesn’t a thorough clean, inside with the expertise needed will in turn create further will be created as visitors 7.30pm at Shildon Civic Hall. up to half are potentially get a chance to charge up and out, as a layer of grime for the planned £60m possibilities.” are attracted to Bishop Sean, 51, is an occupational preventable through regular is a recipe for an electrical quickly builds up and redevelopment of the former Camilla Race, Bishop Auckland, helping drive therapist and nurse who lives servicing and maintenance ‘coronary’. you’d be surprised what palace home of England’s Auckland College’s economic growth in this with his wife Eileen and checks. The most common If your car has been having a difference it makes at only Prince Bishops. Employment Services part of south west Durham. 21-year-old daughter Ellen in call to the AA for help is a problems starting and the reducing dazzle. The Auckland Academy Manager, who is in charge of The new apprenticeship Northumberland. fl at battery.” battery’s more than fi ve Lights: keep them clean and is believed to be the fi rst the new academy, said: “The academy will work with He was chosen f rom hu nd reds He advises keeping an ear years old, get it tested by replace blown bulbs time an independently run existing apprentices we young people between of entrants to become one out for local traffi c and a garage and replaced if Walk round the car and heritage attraction and have at Auckland Castle are the ages of 16 and 20. of six would-be designers who were mentored by Joe weather reports and driving necessary. Cold weather make sure you have no further education college a credit to themselves’ and Participants will start on Swift of BBC2’s Gardeners’ in severe winter weather reduces battery effi ciency cracked lens or blown bulbs has teamed up in this way. are progressing brilliantly. a Level 2 apprenticeship The ground-breaking “They have been the qualifi cation, moving on to World. The participants had only if it’s essential. so it it’s already tired, it and don’t forget to check only four days and a limited “The vital thing is to drive might not start your engine. full beam headlights, fog initiative has grown from inspiration for the Level 3 in their second year. an existing affi liation with partnership. It is a As an employee, the budget to build show gardens smoothly, keep your speed Coolant: check and make lights and indicators. Keep in different styles – including down and avoid sharp sure it has correct anti- spare head- and tail-light Bishop Auckland College fantastic chance for both apprentices will earn a which has already seen four organisations to support wage and work alongside cottage gardens, formal acceleration, braking or freeze mix bulbs in your glovebox and gardens and conceptual cornering as far as possible Engine coolant also needs make sure you know how to apprentices join Auckland local young people into experienced staff to gain Castle’s rapidly expanding the many apprentice skills while staying in gardens – in order to impress by keeping plenty of space checking. It should be a change them – check your RHS Judge James Alexander workforce over the past six opportunities that will education, returning between yourself and the car 50/50 mixture of water and car’s handbook. Sinclair and Gold medal- months. be forthcoming as the regularly to Bishop in front. Be alert to black antifreeze but people make Tyres: check tread depth, winning garden designer ice particularly on unsalted the mistake of topping up tyre condition and pressure. With more than 100 new Auckland Castle project Auckland College – Ann-Marie Powell. The roads – it’s diffi cult to see with plain water over the Think about winter tyres full and part-time posts develops.” rated the top performing prize was the opportunity as the road will simply look year, so it gets too diluted Check all tyres for predicted to be generated Auckland Castle needs educational establishment to create a Show Feature wet. On an icy road, start and can then freeze in condition, pressure and at Auckland Castle alone to fi ll a variety of jobs, of its kind in the region for at Chelsea inspired by the in second gear or engage winter. This can lead to the tread depth. The AA by the exciting restoration from horticulturists to overall success rates for 16- RHS Greening Grey Britain winter mode if an automatic engine damage and a very recommends at least 3mm and expansion plans set to business administrators, 18 year olds – for further campaign. and keep in as high a gear as large repair bill. of tread for improved get underway this year, the maintenance staff, trainee training. The would-be designers were possible. On most cars the coolant grip during winter, so if charitable trust behind the chefs, customer service and Auckland Castle will pay judged on how well they met “Prepare for the worst but shouldn’t need topping up, so the treads are getting low Bishop Auckland-based hospitality workers, and the apprentices it takes on, the brief, their horticultural hope for the best: keep warm if you’re losing coolant, you seriously consider buying tourist destination, is keen events and promotions. with others placed with knowledge, design skill clothing in your car, fi rst aid know you have a problem. new tyres. to nurture the area’s young Among those who will additional employers in and their garden’s sense of kit, personal medication, If you are concerned, a Consider winter tyres, talent. be taken on will be 34 the area. Rebecca Coates theatre. The BBC’s Great high energy refreshment garage can quickly check particularly if you live in Between 15 and 20 apprentices over three years said: “All will be on the Chelsea Garden Challenge such as chocolate, drinking the concentration. a rural area, as they offer students are expected to supported by the Heritage Auckland Castle pathway. competition was fi lmed at water, torch, keep your Windscreen wash and wiper signifi cantly better grip and sign-up for the inaugural Lottery Fund (HLF), The apprentices will hit the gardens across the country, phone charged and take a blades: keep them sparkling braking performance on academy course starting which last year awarded ground running through including RHS Garden snow, ice and on wet roads this September, which will £9m towards the total this partnership and the Harlow Carr, while the fi nale in cold conditions. offer work experience, £17m cost of conserving fl ow of skills into the took place at RHS Garden Some drivers believe training, and apprenticeship Auckland Castle’s state wider community will be Wisley. reducing air pressure gives opportunities at not just rooms, and the building of increased. Sean’s fl ower demonstration better grip in snow and ice – Auckland Castle but other a new two-storey museum “It’s an alternative route is entitled ‘Hortus Expostus’ it doesn’t and can adversely local employers, alongside wing to house an exhibition into employment offering Intrigued? Then why not affect performance and academic qualifi cations. exploring the impact faith of different qualifi cations and come long and fi nd out more braking, as well as more Not everyone who wins all denominations has had training. There’s this myth whilst enjoying an evening of quickly wear your tyres a place on the two year on the nation’s history and that apprentices are not the fi rst class fl ower arranging Screen chips and bodywork academy programme will people. highest academic achievers with this inspirational garden GREAT AYCLIFFE TOWN COUNCIL damage: repair chips on be guaranteed a fi nal job. Preparations for the start of and that it’s an easy option. designer? glass and body But Rebecca Coates, interior work on the castle Nothing could be further Free to members, Visitors £5 In cold weather windscreen Auckland Castle Trust’s and the museum extension from the truth.” (pay on the door) Customer Panel Meeting chips can grow and become Human Resources Director, irreparable, so it’s important who is leading on the The next meeting of the Customer Panel will be held to act quickly. Also, the salt partnership with Bishop Auckland College, said: on: deposits on the roads will attack any bodywork chips, “What we will be able to TUESDAY, 26th JANUARY, 2016 so touch them up to avoid give the students is a better bigger problems later. opportunity to fi nd other & commencing at 6.00p.m. The Panel meet in the Council Be prepared skilled jobs. Offices, School Aycliffe Lane, Newton Aycliffe. Max Holdstock says: “The academy is as much “Winter is a punishing about the castle and Bishop FIND A DOG At this meeting the following items will be discussed:- time for your car, so it’s Auckland College working 1. Finance Update important to make sure it’s together to better equip 2. Works and Environment Update up to the job. If your car young people to go out into a home (The newly appointed Works and Environment Officer is due its annual service, the wider community to Home wanted for Harrier Hound gain a skilled, full-time job, will be in attendance) get it done sooner rather than later and get into the as us being able to offer full- Harriet is an 11 year old Harrier Hound who originally habit of doing these regular time employment. came to the Dogs Trust Darlington Rehoming Centre We are always looking for new members. If you would “The idea is not just for the maintenance checks. following being found as a stray. She has been in a like to know a little more about us and our work this castle to be creating jobs, but “For additional peace of home for the last 3 years but sadly has recently returned. would be a great meeting to attend. The group are mind, many garages offer about setting a benchmark informal and quite often have lively debates about a free or cheap winter car for excellence that we hope Since arriving back at the centre Harriet has been spending most of her time relaxing in an wide range of Town Council matters. checks, which are good will be supported by other office, as she isn’t overly keen on kennel life. for fl agging up potential employers in the area. Harriet is used to living in a quiet home with another dog. She loves to have company Why not come along and join us at this meeting – we problems. Best to get them “We want to create a pool of so would prefer her companions to be around for most of the day to give her plenty of look forward to seeing and meeting new members. sorted now than at the side properly trained, confi dent, cuddles. As Harriet is an older girl she may be best placed in a family with children over 8 of the road on a cold, dark able and ultimately years old. Harriet would make a fantastic friend for someone who likes a dog who is quite employable people to go out Further information can be obtained from Christine evening.” happy snoozing for most of the day and taking short strolls. Max concludes: “Not only into the wider community Walton on 01325 300700 or who can make sure Bishop Harriet’s carers hope that she now finally finds her forever home so she can leave kennel e-mail: [email protected] is keeping your car in good working order essential Auckland town, not just life behind her and enjoy the rest of her retirement. for its continued reliability the castle, is ready for the If you think you could give Harriet the loving home she deserves please visit Dogs The Public Entrance to the Council Chamber will be and safety but it also helps massive developments about Trust Darlington at Hill House Farm, , DL2 1SL. The centre is open open 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the protect its resale value, so to get underway here. Thursday-Tuesday 12pm-4pm and closed on Wednesdays, or please call 01325 meeting. it’s something you can’t “The castle may be the 333114 to speak to one of her carers. afford not to do this winter.” initial attraction, but the www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 7 No Decision Gallery Room Dedicated in Brafferton Village News DO YOU NEED A on Teaching POP UP BANNER Memory of Norman Cornish MBE ACTIVITIES LAUNCHED TO PROMOTE Assistants’ We are very pleased to be able to introduce an ever-growing timetable of regular classes coming to Brafferton starting YOUR CLUB OR Terms and Monday 25th January (please keep an eye out for new activities being added!): Monday 11.30-12.30 - MokyFit (Dance fi tness) ORGANISATION? Conditions £3 (*25th Jan free!*) Prices from £80.00 Dear Sir, Tuesday 7-8pm - AHM-Fitness (Cardio-combat) May we assure residents £3.50 Contact: Newton Press and Teaching Assistants of Saturday 10.30-11.20 - Little Learners 01325 300212 this: the Labour Group at £3.50 taster class Durham County Council has *Little Learners is a fun and engaging mark-making class for NOT voted, neither have we ages 5 months - 5 years and needs to be booked in advance. the seven Aycliffe Labour Email: [email protected] - Full fi ve week course County Councillors voted, starts w/c 8th February. to “cut teaching assistants And we have some dates for your diaries: wages” as Maud Gray alleged February Half term - Various activities in last week’s Newton News. Sunday 13th March, 10-12 - Nearly New Sale The accusation is unjustifi ed baby & child items (to book a stall contact info. and totally untrue. [email protected]) Local Authorities Saturday 19th March - Children Earth Hour event. throughout the country have Saturday 23rd April - St George’s Day Charity evening been for a number of years (in aid of Alzheimer’s Society). moving to review TAs’ Sunday 15th May - National Children’s Day UK events terms and conditions, and Details of these will be available in due course. Durham is one of the last Mike Thonton, former head Teacher at Greenfi eld and son-in-law There will be a full timetable of half term activities authorities to visit this issue. of the late Norman Cornish announced separately and if you’d like a sneak preview go to A consultation was held our Facebook page Facebook.com/BraffertonVHA last year which ended on 7 In January 2015 Spennymoor we’re delighted that this cultural attraction across On the Facebook page you will also fi nd details of the new December. The returns are Town Council approved a will continue into 2016 and County Durham including chat group we have recently launched where people from currently being considered, proposal to designate a room beyond, starting with this The Mining Museum at Brafferton and the surrounding areas can chat about all and the Council is speaking in The Bob Abley Gallery to fi rst-rate exhibition. Spennymoor Town Hall. things relevant. with the Unions. be called the Norman Cornish “We’re excited to At the moment, we must Room in memory of Norman be discussing future stress, NO DECISION HAS Cornish MBE. opportunities to support BEEN MADE. Readers The purpose of the room will the legacy of the Cornish will appreciate, given the be to exhibit the Permanent collection - including a personal, complex and legal Collection of work by PhD studentship; work with Norman Cornish with Beamish Museum and other Your very own nature of the matter, why additional support from The partners; conservation and we have been careful not to Permanent Collection of his heritage research linked to comment. When the issues work at The University of the University’s Northern- have been resolved, and after Northumbria. ness programme; forensic a full report, a fi nal decision Northumbria University’s support; and the ongoing will be made by the County Associate Dean of Business care, stewardship and impact NEWTON AYCLIFFE Council; then, of course, we and Engagement for Arts, of Norman’s work - which will be happy to explain how Design and Social Sciences, will mark a new and exciting we have voted. Dr Heather Robson, said: phase in our partnership.” Yours, “The University has a The dedicated space provides County Councillors Eddy strong relationship with the an opportunity to exhibit Adam, John D Clare, Mike Cornish family – through the work by Norman who Dixon, Joan Gray, Jed its collection of Norman’s spent his entire life living Hillary, Kate Hopper and work, which has a permanent and working in Spennymoor. Estate Agent Sarah Iveson home at Northumbria - and It is quite possible in the history of art that no other town has received so much attention by one artist in his lifetime. Norman The Village Pharmacy Cornish is Spennymoor’s most famous son and he has Pioneering Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe taken the cultural landscape Pharmacist: Alisdair McConnell MRPharmS of Spennymoor to a global audience, not only via his paintings but also in the many Pioneering Care Centre, Burn Lane TV documentaries which Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham DL5 4SE have spanned his lifetime. John Cornish: As an artist, Telephone: 01325 311297 my father’s vision was only Email: [email protected] focused on Spennymoor; to him it had everything he www.thevillage-pharmacy.co.uk needed. He was able to record every aspect of Spennymoor OPENING TIMES life with great skill and empathy because it was the Monday-Thursday 8.30am-5.30pm community in which he Friday 8.30am-6.00pm lived and worked - a world Saturday 9.00am-12.00noon he knew well. The town’s rich social, cultural and (Closed 1.00pm-2.00pm for Lunch) industrial heritage can never be forgotten now. This ‘slice We provide a wide range of services including: of life’ has been captured *when you list your property with us today you will be entered into a free draw to win this exciting holiday for 2. 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East said: “We are really or email: info@nefi rstcu.co.uk Sue Clark- Parenti ng Practi ti oner Newcastle GB. There is a fundraising excited to be partnering at Peaseway Clinic The lucky winners of the element to the competitions Miss North East GB, it’s a local competitions will win and funds this year are fantastic opportunity for real automatic entry into the Miss being raised for Butterwick women across Newcastle, for further details Tel 01325 529000 North East GB competition Hospice Care and Capital Sunderland, Durham and Table Top later in the year and many Radio’s charity ‘Make Some Teesside to become the face other exciting prizes and Noise’. of our region and at the Newton Aycliffe opportunities such as a Clair McGregor, Events same time to raise money R.A. TAYLOR contract with competition Team Lead for Butterwick for a fantastic cause Global’s sponsors, modelling and Hospice said: “Butterwick Make Some Noise, to help Dip CDT RCS(Eng) casting agency, Headline Hospice is really excited to change young lives.” Dental Technician Models! be one of the chosen charities Further details and entry Miss North East GB of the Miss North East GB to the competition is 1 Norman Terrace, Chilton DL17 0HF - 01388 721284 Director, Simon Robertson, competition. It is a fantastic via the website www. 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The fi nals will £2.50 per night, fi rst night free be spectacular events with catwalk shows, dinner and entertainment and our theme The bit.ly and ow.ly links are shortened URLs; type them of Moulin Rouge promises into your browser to go to the relevant webpages. to make it another superbly CALL YOUR exciting event.” COUNCIL “We are also very excited •My report on Wednesday’s DCC Council Meeting: bit.ly/ about this year’s competition DCC200116 LOCAL to fi nd the most beautiful •Despite double the normal rainfall, DCC’s fl ood defences young women in the North coped well in December: bit.ly/DCCFloodDef POLICE East because the eligibility •If you cast your devolution vote online, it will signifi cantly criterion for entry to the reduce the cost of the Poll for the County Council. competition has changed to •DCC/Dog’s Trust free microchipping and health check become more inclusive and event, Spennymoor Leisure Centre, 8 February, 11am-3pm •GAMP Board meeting, Tuesday 26 January, 6pm, Oakleaf Sports Complex. Ron Hogg (PCC) will be available from 5.30pm for comments on the Police Funding consultation HAVE YOU •Latest roadworks information: bit.ly/Roadworks15Jan •Last week’s report from our MEP: bit.ly/JKD15Jan 101 GOT NEWS COMMUNITY • Groundwork North East launches a scheme to help IN AN EMERGENCY communities/groups improve local ‘grot spots’: bit.ly/ FOR US? GNEgrots ALWAYS CALL 999 We are always interested • Energy Advice Day, St Clare’s Church, Friday 29 January, in local news stories. 10am-4pm - to book an appointment please 01325 313449: 101 is now the number to call when you want to contact your local police - when it’s less We like to feature good bit.ly/EA29Jan urgent than 999 news and interesting • Healthy Living Course, Newton Aycliffe Youth and items on achievements Community Centre. Twelve FREE sessions starting WHEN SHOULD I CALL 101? Thursday 4 February, 10:30-11:30am. Phone 07826884687 to To report less urgent crime or disorder and for & community service register an interest general police enquiries, for example: • A new Apprenticeship Academy has been set up by • if your car has been stolen; Tel: Syd Auckland Castle and Bishop Auckland College: bit.ly/ • if your property has been damaged; • when you suspect drug use or dealing; AppAcad • to report a minor traffi c collision; 01325 300212 • PACT report, Greenfi eld & Middridge: bit.ly/GMPACTJan16 • to give information about crime in your area; or [email protected] • Cars left unattended to warm up send out a clear message: or STEAL ME! • if you would like to speak to your local police offi cer www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 9 Helping Hands Needs SCHOOL Say NO to North East Mayor Your Hands to Help LUMIERE Helping Hands, the Newton of people who are unable to Aycliffe based Lifeline commit to regular hours with EVENT & NECA says Councillor Community Action Project them every week but who Dear Sir, Enterprise Zones, through voted to keep a relevant to a No answer. which has helped over 3,000 would still like to volunteer. On the 23rd October a the current bidding round, council leader and cabinet In 2004 77% of the electors individuals and families Anyone who this applies to WITH FREE devolution agreement to and from local leadership model in 2012, abolishing in the North East rejected a experiencing short term should still get in touch as you transform the North East over European funding. the independent Mayor Northern Assembly fi nancial crisis now needs can still volunteer on their ADMISSION economy and bring new Further details would be role. Newcastle rejected the In County Durham the seven your help. ‘On call’ list. Volunteers opportunities for businesses set out at and following the chance to have a mayor the district councils undertook In order to continue offering who register this way would and residents was signed spending review through a same year. The North East, a referendum in June 2007. this well used and much agree for the Charity to call FOR between members of the place-based settlement and by and large, did not vote There was an excellent needed service every Monday upon them when they are unelected North East a single capital programme, Conservative or for George turnout, with nearly 40% of and Friday from 10.30am particularly busy and ask the Combined Authority and demonstrating fair funding. Osborne’s devolution Bill and the electorate voting and, of – 2pm at St Clare’s Church volunteer if they are free to CHILDREN the Government. To devolve A Mayor for the North that the mayor could be used these, 76.4% voted against near the Town Centre, the give them a hand. funding and responsibilities East would be established, as a buffer for government to the idea of one large unitary Charity needs to recruit As well as volunteers for Vane Road School are to the region in respect working as part of the shift blame on to for cuts. council, but it still went new volunteers to help meet the Helping Hands project repeating their popular of transport, investment, Combined Authority and The Chancellor’s Northern ahead. demand for their service. they are also hoping to Lumiere event on funding, skills training, and with a strong partnership Powerhouse plan also places A clear two thirds of the Alwyn White, the Helping fi nd a someone who would Thursday 28th January business support, housing with business. Elections signifi cant focuses on electorate voted against a Hands project Manager consider themselves to be a from 5.15 to 6.15. and strategic planning. would take place in 2017. boosting cities but the North Northern Assembly and a explained “We are looking for general handyman/women All children have If agreed and approved We will together review East Combined Authority Durham County Unitary people who can help us on a or someone who would contributed work which by councils, The North the appropriate relationship covers the largest area of Authority. I have no doubt regular basis, people who are be willing to help out at will be displayed and East Combined Authority between the mayor and the any combined authority that electors will once again able to unload pallets, stack fundraising events, if either suitable illuminated. This controlled by a newly elected role of police and crime in the country, and a good reject a North East Combined shelves and help make up of these apply to you they year the school received Mayor would take control of commissioners. portion of it is rural. Is it Authority when they get the the packages which are then would love to hear from you. some funding from the the new devolved powers in Final agreement remains realistic to assume one mayor chance and it remains to be collected by our service users. No specifi c qualifi cations are Microbiology Society 2017. subject to the Government’s can represent the NECA seen if their vote is respected Ideally we would like needed and they will give any and Year 6 have worked In the preamble it says spending review and the area? The role proposed b y D u r h a m C o u n t y C o u n c i l . to recruit enough new training necessary, all they with a scientist and a The deal would enable the legislative process, and is would represent the cities of The £40 million a year volunteers, able to give us a ask is that you are committed willow artist to fi nd out Combined Authority to also conditional upon further Newcastle and Sunderland, Public Health budget which regular commitment, to have to help the Charity and are more about luminescent create an Investment Fund public consultation and the as well as the counties of was devolved to the County an additional 2 volunteers self-motivated to help others. bacteria in angler fi sh focused on supporting the agreement of the seven local Northumberland and County Council three years ago North East to compete councils which make up the Durham - an area stretching looks as though it is to on duty at each of our St By becoming a volunteer and their work will be in international markets, combined authority. Durham from Berwick to Newton be phased out altogether, Clare’s sessions every week. you gain valuable experience displayed at the event. worth up to £1.5 billion, County Council Leader Aycliffe. leaving the County with This would make a major of working with people and The fi nale includes an with an initial allocation of Simon Henig has indicated This consultation exercise the responsibilities, but no difference to the number of working as part of a team exciting fi re act and revenue funding for capital that Durham County Council will cost County Council money. people we can help and have a which enhances your CV and there will also be an fi nancing of at least £30 will seek the opinion of tax payers approximately Nowhere could I fi nd how this positive impact on the service also gives you a great deal of illuminated stilt walker. million a year for 30 years. County Durham residents £230,000. Durham NECA and North East Mayor we provide” satisfaction from knowing Refreshments are for sale The incoming Mayor would through a poll which will be University is to examine the would be paid for, or any Project Coordinator Pauline that you have contributed in and glow items priced also have the option, with held by 8th February 2016. responses and analyse it for borrowing except putting up Chambers told us that helping those less fortunate from 50p to £3.50. business support, to raise This will be used to guide the County Council. The Business Rates, nor how the in addition to volunteers than yourself and you have Entrance is 50p for adults up to a further £30 million Durham County Council’s Council will then make the up to £1.5 Billion Investment who can give a regular helped your community. For with free admission for a year through a business decision with the Combined fi nal decision. Fund would be fi nanced, it commitment which are much further information please children. 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Report from TELLING THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE GYPSY HOLOCAUST the Front Line The harrowing, and often times and will be staffed on 27 explain the genocide to other unheard, story of the gypsy January. secondary school students from Hello again Newtonians – the sessions will last for holocaust during the Second It is being hosted by pupils from the area. There will also be a it’s Mark Edwards here from three hours, details will be World War will be told at an The Hermitage School in the speech by holocaust survivor the Neighbourhood Policing circulated via social media exhibition to raise awareness of Chapel of Nine Altars and will Zdenka Fantlova. Team. For this article I would and other local media such as the atrocities. like to stay with the subject the Newton News. Durham County Council is of PACT (that’s Police and This ties into the review that hosting the Gypsy, Roma Communities Together). we have been doing of the Traveller Service’s display By now you may have seen or PACT process as a whole and entitled ‘Porrajmos – Through IIP Award for Woodham heard of ‘POP IN PACT’. This you may recall from earlier the Eyes of Children’. is a forum that does exactly bulletins my statement that It tells the widely unknown what is says on the tin – it is a we are in no way withdrawing story of the deaths of hundreds new initiative that launched in from community engagement. of thousands of gypsies at the the town centre on Wednesday In the town centre – hands of the Nazis during the 20th January 2016 and – for historically, there has been a Second World War. that particular location, is regular meeting (monthly at The Porrajmos, translated as essentially a drop in venue fi rst, then moving bi-monthly) ‘the devouring’, is the term where the NPT have use of a which tended to receive used to describe the genocide shop unit (the former ‘Select’ poor attendance levels. By of Europe’s Roma and Sinti store) and shoppers, retailers, removing this one hour (gypsy) population between partner representatives, and session and replacing it with a 1934 and 1945. local residents can ‘pop in’ three hour drop in forum we Up to 500,000 Roma and Sinti and speak to Offi cers about hope to see a more effective were killed or died as a result of any problems they may be means of engagement. starvation or disease and many experiencing or to raise Naturally this will be subject more were imprisoned in forced awareness of other issues. to review. labour camps and subjected to The event is monthly and Similar ideas will be getting forced sterilisation and medical rolled out across the rest experimentation. Woodham Academy has the two day visit, Investors of the town in the coming However, despite the atrocities once again been credited in People interviewed a weeks although some areas the story remains largely with the prestigious variety of teaching and non- Place your VALENTINES DAY will see no change at all to unknown. Investor in People teaching staff, exploring existing structures. The ‘POP The free exhibition, which will Standard. This benchmark how the school helps staff IN PACT’ will be making an be held weekdays between 19 appearance in Woodham as has been developed to develop and progress in Greetings in your local community and 29 January from 9am until describe the capabilities their professional lives. of the 9th February 2016 at 4pm in the Durham Room at the Community Centre on St. County Hall in Durham City organisations need to newspaper, “NEWTON NEWS” Elizabeth’s Close at 10.30 am. to coincide with Holocaust succeed and highlights Christine Forsyth, Likewise this will be a regular Memorial Day on 27 January, the small steps required Headteacher says “The Write out your copy in the box fi xture. aims to change that. to achieve excellence. By quality of education in a CCasanovaasanova HHenriettaenrietta below, add up the words, put the total Please keep watching/reading It will include a short educational meeting the Investors in school is determined by for details of other PACT documentary produced by the People Standard, Woodham the quality of the staff. At To “Lover Boy” cost and hand in to: forums planned across the Plymouth and Devon Racial Academy is confi dent Woodham Academy, we on Valentines Day town as they are announced. Equality Council/Devon that it is amongst the very are privileged to work with love from your NEWTON PRESS You can also fi nd details on Learning and Development best when it comes to highly-skilled, committed St. Cuthberts Way the Durham Constabulary Partnership as well as additional people management. The professionals, all of whom bunny website www.durham. information about the genocide. YOUNGS NEWSAGENT police.uk from the ‘Your Standard explores practices work tirelessly for the good xx The aim is to play a part in and outcomes within an of the children in their care. Town Centre or Neighbourhood’ section. helping to ensure that lessons are WALKERS BUTCHERS Witness Appeal - Burglary learned from the past in terms organisation under three Woodham Academy is proud Above example: On the subject of Woodham of exclusion, discrimination, performance headings: to receive this recognition Simpasturegate there have been two burglaries racism and hatred of other leading, supporting and of our commitment to staff £12.00 (inclusive) reported to Newton Aycliffe religions, beliefs or ways of life. improving. Throughout development.” (maximum 15 words) Deadline: 5pm Wednesday, 10th February Police that occurred overnight The Porrajmos exhibition is between 6 pm on Monday part of the Safer Communities ANTHONY To my “squidgy Published: Friday 12th February 2016 18th January and 1.30 am on Awareness event and staff widgy” on Valentines Day, love Tuesday 19th. REDZ Fish Bar from the Safer Communities J&C COACHES and Lagoon Hair and Beauty team will be on hand to provide from Cleopatra xxxx presents were targeted by thieves. At information about wider ‘Lagoon’ entry was gained community safety issues and JANE To my honey bunny, all my into the premises after the Billy Elliot support to those who need Sunderland Emprire Theatre love on Valentines Day, love from suspects jemmied open the advice or assistance. Tarzan xxxx front metal doors and around Cllr Joy Allen, Cabinet member Thursday 7th April 2016, matinee performance £1100 worth of JOICO hair for safer communities, Durham £59.50 includes ticket and coach fare Above examples: products were stolen. A County Council, said: “This similar method was employed important exhibition will tell Busted 15p per word at the Fish shop (REDZ) the story of the Romany victims Live at Newcastle Arena where – amongst other of Nazi persecution. Sunday 15th May 2016 things, a till and safe were “We hope the event goes (Bk 216) £64.50, price inc. coach and ticket ADAM stolen. Local CID Teams are some way towards promoting To my “squidgy widgy” investigating these crimes and community cohesion and on Valentines Day, love are appealing for anyone with encouraging visitors to refl ect Russell Howard from Eve xxxx any information or who may on the impact of unchecked “Round the World” have witnessed suspicious discrimination and racial Newcastle Metro Radio Arena activity in the area during hatred. Friday 24th March 2017 JULIET the times referenced to get in “There will also be an Ticket and Coach Fare £51.40 To my honey bunny, all my touch. All information will opportunity to fi nd out more love on Valentines Day, be treat in total confi dence. about wider community safety “The Perfect Christmas Gift” love from Romeo xxx The NPT will be in the local initiatives and access advice and Telephone: community progressing these support from partners.” Book early to avoid disappointment enquiries. A separate exhibition organised Above examples: And that’s it for this week. by the Gypsy, Roma, Traveller TEL: 01325 312705 No of words ...... @ ...... p = £ ...... Speak again soon. Education Service is being Office hours: 9.30am to 4pm weekdays www.jandccoachesltd.co.uk 30p per word Heart advert is required YES/NO = £12.00 Mark J Edwards held at Durham Cathedral from Aycliffe Neighbourhood 25-29 January during opening www.facebook.com/jandccoaches.newtonaycliffe Inspector www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 11 Fine Wins for Youthy Teams Newton Aycliffe Running Club News The U12 Falcons and worked goals in the 1st Rangers, currently in It was a fantastic day for by the senior and veteran Robinson 18:00, Mark Wade parents had an early start half from Louis Parnaby in 4th place, Leam always Aycliffe Running club women who all managed 10:31. and a road trip to Whitby the top corner then Dylan compete and with a very as they braved the wet to get under the 16 minute Meanwhile other members to face unbeaten Whitby Stewart did exactly the good keeper, the girls’ and windy conditions for marker; Michelle Scott bravely took part in the Brass Fishermen U12s. same with his 2 efforts! knew only their very best the Gerry Kearsley 10k 13:16; Michelle Zamir 13:31; Monkey half marathon. This The pitch was frosty so Barney pulled a goal back would do. Both teams handicap race at Sedgefi eld. Michelle Jane 13:30; Natalie was quite a bright day but kick-off had to be delayed and the game was far from started brightly but it was It was a tough course over a Duffelwier 15:55; Jodie still cold and icy. Trish Kay to allow the ground to over at half time 3-1 Aycliffe who created the multi-terrain route through McMaster 15:32; Mandy arrived over the fi nish line soften. The Falcons started Barney had nothing to early opportunities with 2 Fishburn and Bishop Heywood 15:49; Susan in a time of 1:46:23 while well, and looked solid from lose in a tough 2nd half. goal line scrambles but still Middleham. In fi rst place Cranswick 13:56; Eve Doe Sandra Collins was fi rst the off. The bobbly pitch We defended really well no opener, Aycliffe then overall was Peter Smith 22:12; Penny Johnson 15:26 lady back for the club in a made fl owing football and but Barney were coming stepped up a gear and as who has just come back respectively. time 1:44:19 good passing very tricky, it at us more and more and the ball zipped from player from injury after fi fteen The last of the teams were Ropner Park was also on was going to be a day for got the goal they deserved. to player the opening was months with a handicap the fast and furious senior the agenda for three other tackles, working hard and Going in to the last 5 mins created for Hattie to smash time of 51:23.00. Peter has men who took the course by members. Everyone did keeping positions. it was very close and nerve home, another phase of just started back cycling and storm with excellent results; extremely well on one of Falcons took the lead when wracking but the boys held quick passing found Hattie running and has become Shane Doe 12:30, George the coldest days of the year a cross from Dylan went on to win 3-2. MOTM to calmly slot home 2-0. a great inspiration for the Dixon 12:13, Ste Smith to achieve times of John straight into the net 0-1. Louis Parnaby - well done Then as our defence were club. 12:37 Burnside 21.53. Cyd Denise Straight from kick off boys great game great caught fl at a ball over the Following on ahead was Rob Smith 13:20 Craig 23.38 Ray Todd 32.11. Dylan nipped in and poked win!!! The second game top fi nds the striker to give Mark Wade in 38:40 John a short back pass beyond was hard work as it was Faith no chance. A foul Surtees 40:17 Peter Milburn the keeper and into the net getting colder and colder. just inside the opposition 43:00 John Burnside 47:43 0-2. After going 1-0 down half and Hattie steps up Michelle Jane 49:59 Susan Whitby, being a good team in the 1st half so had it and fi res goal wards, the Milburn Kelly 54:04 and showed their class with a all to do but heads never ball misses everyone and Rob Nicholson 57:50 well worked goal, cutting dropped. ends up in the net HT respectively. inside past 2 or 3 defenders Second half saw Travis 3-1. The second half was On the 17th December and slotting the ball past Dixon taking it round the comfortable with little the club took part in the Cameron 1-2. keeper and slotting it home opportunity for Leam to Durham Cathedral Relays. The match was played in 1-1. Alex was fouled in the get back into the game and It was a cold and icy day a decent spirit considering box, the ball fell to Louis the girls played out the with minus temperatures how competitive both sets Baxter, he was fouled, it fi nal whistle FT 3-1. which meant all runners had of boys were. then fell to Jack Allen who Next up, Washington to battle to make it around Man of the match award took the advantage of the Wildcats, who were short the 1.8 mile route. All the going to Kieran Gillham loose ball and scored his of players we had to play teams did very well with the for a strong defensive 1st goal for the club. Well 6v6 but the girls controlled veteran men setting a high display, with a couple of done Jack for getting the the game, and the goals standard. very important tackles at winning goal. Game ended came along on a regular Jason Dixon 13:16, Dez key times in the game. FT 2-1. Big well done to the basis, with a full squad Fielden 11:12, John 1-2 Falcons on a brave display of 11 girls it was good to Heywood 13:26 72nd. Alan It was back to winning and getting both wins! see different names on Wilkes 13:33 (3rd over ways for Under 9 Falcons Two teams visited the score board. As Olivia 65), Gary Minns 14:56, NEWTON NEWS against a tough Barnard Greenfi eld to play the grabbed a brace and Hattie Dave Blewitt 13:48 82nd: NEWTON NEWS is published and printed by Newton Press, which was first Castle team. A game that Under 11 Girls’ as the and Kate each completed Jimmy Wilson 17:00, Rob established in 1948 and incorporates “The was full of excitement and Leagues venues continue hat-tricks, the fi nal goal Nicholson 15:27, Geoff Newtonian”. Visit the on-line version at www.newtonnews.co.uk plenty of goals. to be cancelled. went to the hard working Miles 16:54. 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Your Whatever the reason – be it every need catered for with November for offences such Crimestoppers at www. Stray Aid on 0300 999 4247. getting fi t, participating in as littering and untidy back personal attention. Tel 07719 a sporting event, signing- 592 302 for a quote. yards. Town Centre up for a once-in-a-lifetime The council’s neighbourhood challenge, like a trek to protection teams work with Newton Aycliffe Everest base camp, or taking police and other partners to Public Notice up voluntary work, improve the environment The Children’s Trust would and promote safer love to hear from you. The DONATIONS needed of Bric- Tel: 316600 communities. a-Brac and other good condition Children’s Trust is the UK’s Using powers under the items for Newton Aycliffe good leading charity for children love to hear from runners Anti-social Behaviour, Funding for Project that causes. Ring Honest John 316 with brain injury and by who would like to join-up to 630 taking part in one of our Crime and Policing Act Support Children and Young People (UK) Weddings The Children’s Trust team for 2014, they tackle nuisance Registered Charities that work with young people have the RSPCA North Tees & District many fundraising events the Virgin Money London cats and kittens for adoption, issues that affect people’s opportunity to apply for grants through the DM Thomas CLASSIC WEDDING CARS you will be helping to make Marathon, the Great North fee applies to cover 1st and 2nd a difference to some very quality of life, including Foundation for Young People (formerly the Hilton Foundation) offer a superb collection of Run, Brighton Marathon or Central Grants Programme. Registered Charities can apply for vaccination, also neutering and special children and their persistently straying dogs or ID chip. Please Tel 311 215 cars for your special day the BUPA 10K. anti-social behaviour. grants ranging from a few hundred pounds up to £30,000 per including Rolls-Royces, families. Alternatively, if you are year for up to 2 years that are working in the areas of education The Children’s Trust has lots In November, 66 Fixed Bentleys, Jaguars, Beaufords, looking for a new venture, Penalty Notices were handed or health with one of the Foundation’ four chosen focus groups. Daimler Limousines and VW of fundraising activities to perhaps you would like These are: Tuition appeal to all – with the ever out for littering, one for dog Campervans. 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Grant applications for up to £10,000 can be approved LESSONS issued to properties with Autos taking place. a volunteer at one of our by the Committee, and applications for more than £10,000 are Acoustic and Classical untidy gardens or yards. And, if you are planning to charity shops, which I have recommended to the Trustees for fi nal approval. There is no limit Beginners to Advanced take on a new challenge to get enjoyed doing myself, please Wardens removed 110 stray on the amount of money that a charity can request. However, Stigs Motor Factors fi t, we have available places contact us via the website dogs, a total of 173 anti- the Foundation is a small charity and generally will not make Learn to play fast! Unit 4 Whitworth Avenue in many famous running at www.thechildrenstrust. social behaviour incidents awards of over £30,000 (per year). Funding can be requested for were investigated and up to 2 years for any particular project. 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Tel 07401 licensed waste carrier Chris 07969 547744 Kenny Walk, enclosed garden BUSINESS IN N/AYCLIFFE make an appointment 133459 Tel 07519 376870 www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 15 WATER POLO REPORT Free Junior Activities at Racecourse Congratulations In the recent National District team. under 14 Championships for The Team managers were Sedgefi eld Racecourse is racecourse will be offering A Hospitality Taster Package boys and girls Sedgefi eld Lee Craggs and Allison aiming to attract even more families the chance to is also available in the Andrea Sproates John Williamson Water Polo club had 4 boys Mendelson from Sedgefi eld. family visitors to their track experience the Collins restaurant for this raceday in the North East team of In the Girls championships on Sunday 31 January by Suite boasting indoor so the fi ne dining can be 13. North East consists the NEC team came third offering a family fun day that viewing facilities, a balcony sampled at an affordable of Durham, Cleveland, which is a big improvement will see free indoor activities overlooking the Parade price of £30* per person; Northumberland and on previous performances. offered to children allowing Ring and a number of free children under 8 years of age Yorkshire. The boys were Representing Sedgefi eld the adults to concentrate on activities for the children only £10*. Michael Hampshire, Haydn were Lauren Chatt, Kate the six races throughout the to enjoy including Punch & For more information about Craggs, Jake Mendelson and Harrison, Crystal Elliot, afternoon. Judy, balloon modelling & racedays, or to buy tickets, Daniel Millington. Jessica Webb, Hollie Entry is free for all children magic shows. visit www.sedgefi eld- After a tough two days North Turnbull and Poppy under 18 when accompanied Jill Williamson, Executive racecourse.co.uk or call East came out on top to win Stephenson who was MVP by an adult, therefore in Director at Sedgefi eld 01740 621925. *Advance this championship for the for the North East team. terms of value a family ticket Racecourse says: “At a bookings only. fi rst time beating favourites The Coaches of the girls of 2 adults & 2 children can time when family leisure North West in the fi nal. team were Adam Woods and be purchased in advance activities are increasing in Michael Hampshire was David Elliot from Sedgefi eld. for only £20 for this fi xture price and the age limit for Birthday the top scorer in the whole The Sedgefi eld club had making this the perfect free entry for children is Remembrance tournament and named Most more players in the teams family day out. Plus, due forever lowering, we feel Tuesday 26th January Valuable player in the NEC than all their big City rivals. to the winter weather the that the racecourse offers Happy Birthday Andrea. Happy 70th Birthday a competitive rate to other George You are a very special to Newton News’ regular local attractions, making a person and all of your photograph contributor family day out at the races an Smith friends and family are from all at Newton News looking forward to affordable, yet entertaining 24th January 1932 CLASSIFIED option. Children love days celebrating your birthday out at Sedgefi eld – fresh air, We cannot send a birthday with a few glasses of the thrill of seeing horses card, your hand we cannot champagne and of course Paul Oliver ADVERTISING run and the free activities touch. But God will take the odd glass or two of red. that are offered to keep our greeting to the one we Enjoy the cruise with team them entertained for the love so much. CAT and your relaxing week at Sandals and keep in the afternoon.” Thinking of you George on your birthday. smiling because that’s why A very special person we all love you. From all of Love and miss you, your family and friends x For Sale Madge, Sue, Roly, Christopher, Fiona, Great Happy 50th birthday Grandchildren Charlie and Andrea. Your Local Community Newspaper “ALL SORTS” Charity George xxxxxxxxxx Have a fabulous time Shop at the side of St. Clare’s celebrating. We can’t wait Church is open 10am to 1pm for the cruise . . . not long SALES • WANTED • PUBLIC NOTICES • JOB VACANCIES every Tuesday, Thursday and now! Lots of love, Joanne, PERSONAL • JOBS WANTED • LOST & FOUND • AUTOS Saturday. On sale is a huge Births Stuart, Karen and Rob selection of bric-a-brac, toys, xxxxx THANK YOU • IN MEMORIAM • CONGRATULATIONS household goods, jewellery, Happy 60th Birthday BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE • OBITUARY • PETS electrical goods . . . the list is Love forever, Susanne, endless. 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For both games the lads put in We begin with a joint Chris it’s about the overall 100% but were under a lot exhibition by Sharron effect and feeling. Again of pressure from the off with Bates and Alexa Batty who Rosi Thornton, who runs the cold also affecting their are both textile artists. our Re-Jig sessions on a game. St Mary’s came away Sharron works with silks Monday night, has turned winners in both games, and recycled fabrics the focus on her own work despite goals from Isaac and has a background to look at the memories and Ethan. Aycliffe had lots in illustration creating she fi nds in the materials of chances but some goal wonderful imagined she uses. Contact us for line heroics prevented them spaces, whereas Alex is information about the Re- from gaining an advantage. a surface designer and Jig textile sessions. Man of the match awards mixed media artist who We also offer the SHED this week went to Isaac and is infl uenced by Polish facility which is a creative Ashton. Folk Art. Both coming hub space for artists, The Under 8’s switched together to create a space who can pay a one off the venue of their planned for escapism. membership fee and away game at We also have our annual use the various facilities Synthonia to play on the 3G Open Art exhibition - on offer to develop Newton Aycliffe FC meant that many Aycliffe their reward is a 550 mile pitch at Sunnydale facing a featuring a fantastic range and produce their own returned to Moore Lane fans missed out seeing the round trip to Camberley team who had beaten them of work from across the creative work for sale or Park last weekend for one team’s victory. They now Town in Surrey the following earlier in the season. Great local area! This exhibition display. of the biggest games in their get their chance with the all weekend. 572 clubs started passing football in the fi rst always provides a superb If you would like to fi nd history. The club has reached Northern League clash on out on the road to Wembley half was not enough to stop range of work in different out more about any of the the Fourth Round (last 32) of Saturday. in this season’s FA Vase Aycliffe going down 2-0 media and contains a exhibitions or how you can the FA Vase & play Marske The two sides last met on the & for our town’s team to before half time. winning ways with a 5-2 win range of subjects. It is display your own work in United on Saturday. Aycliffe opening day of the season make it this far is a great The quality though over Washington Juniors an excellent opportunity the gallery please check beat Atherton Collieries in with Aycliffe beating the achievement. However, the improved in the second half Orange. Sam returned to the for artists who aim to sell out our website www. the repeatedly delayed Third current league champions, management & players are and 3 great team goals were team as captain and led an their work, would like to greenfield-arts.co.uk, Round match last week. Marske, 2-1 with Dennis determined to keep going. fi nished off by Harvey (2) entertaining team display in promote their work for contact Greenfi eld Arts That game was switched Knight netting the fi rst of the Kick off on Saturday and Rhys to put Aycliffe cold and icy conditions. Bo commissions, or simply on 01325 379048, info@ to Durham’s artifi cial pitch 12 goals he’s scored so far 23 January is 3:00pm. 3-2 up. However the fi nal was fi rst on the scoresheet would like to be inspired greenfi eld-arts.co.uk or at short notice to beat the this season. Admission: £6 adults, £4 kick of the game resulted and he also doubled the lead by the work of others. pop in and speak to one of weather. 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