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The Very Best of Rock - Normally NO Cover Charge Stephenson Way’s key stage with several classes now Saturday 28th June - “Storme” 2 classes are competing featuring towering tomato Road (formerly Bluebell Garden Centre) against each other in a race to plants. Newton Aycliffe DL5 7JQ Gig-pit review: “Normally I wouldn’t bother with a new band but in this case it’s line up convinced be crowned the most green- The competition will not me it would be worth a punt. The band comprises some heavyweights of the local scene with Steve Smith (Hocus Pocus and Whodlums) on drums, Pete Tunnah (Hocus Pocus) guitar, Patrick on vocals fi ngered class by cultivating just be judged on size. The (NEDC), Phil bass (ex This Machine) and Alan (ex Prognosis) on keyboards. tomato plants in their winning class will be the Without any fuss straight into David Lee Roth “Living in Paradise” and then Foreigner’s “Feels like classrooms. one who has presented the the First Time. We then had a parade of lesser covered tracks interspersed with good old cover band Each class received a small healthiest tomato plant, with tunes. Journey, Jefferson Starship’s “Jane”, Van Halen, Ozzy “No More Tears”, Bad Company “Good Loving Gone Bad”, Whitesnake’s “Is This Love” and Wings “Live and Let Die” or was it Gun’s ‘n’ Roses? pre-planted pot at the the condition, amount of A short interval then the second set and we had the greatests hits of Python Lee Jackson, a Thin Lizzy beginning of May and were tomatoes and bushiness of the number, a long Marillion number very reminiscent of Rush and showcasing Pete’s excellent guitar tasked with researching the plant taken into account along playing. I know you shouldn’t have favourites but he is my favourite local guitarist. I had also forgotten how good Phil is on bass. It’s good to see him out of retirement. “Whole Lotta Rosie” ended the set crop in order to create the with size. keeping the cheesemakers happy before departing into the night. optimal growing environment As the competition enters its It was a good night and it is always a pleasure to see a band that has a keyboard player and this for their plant. fi nal weeks, the inter-class only adds to the variety that every punter needs. The crowd loved it and that’s the important thing”. Organised by the school’s competition is really heating Saturday 5th July - “Born Villains” gardening club, the up with children eagerly Only their third appearance at the Tub, but already one of our favourites. competition has been eyeing up other classes plants Durham based classic/hard rock/alt rock, 5-piece (3 guys and 2 girls) covers band. A professional successful in encouraging and feverishly comparing covers band cranking out songs from all the biggest and best rock bands from the last 40 something the whole school to become them to their own. years. This band are one of the most highly rated new bands in the region, they will be massive. Covering tracks by Foo Fighters, Stereophonics, Whitesnake, AC / DC, Guns n Roses, Metallica, Black involved with the labours and Other than the pride of NOW OPEN IN NEWTON AYCLIFFE Sabbath, Aerosmith, Led Zepellin, ZZ Top, Pearl Jam, Bon Jovi, Nirvana, Alice Cooper and more. joys of gardening on a small nurturing the biggest and TELEPHONE: 01325 324689 scale. Children throughout healthiest plant, classes are Saturday 12th July - “F.M.” upper school have taken a also competing for a mystery great interest in the progress prize that has been put on For more information on bands go to their plant has been making. offer by the gardening club, Members of each class have to be won by the winning www.turbiniapub.co.uk or 313034 watered, pruned and nurtured class. The competition will be Free Function Room - Free Disco/Karaoke the plants and the competition judged in the fi nal week of the is looking to be a tight one, school year. NEWTON NEWS www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 3 FEEL GOOD FILM SHOW More Volunteers Needed MAYOR RAISES FLAG FOR to Clean the Lakes ARMED FORCES WEEK

St Clare’s Church “Feel Good Film Show” on WEDNESDAY 2ND JULY will feature “THE BLIND SIDE” based on an extraordinary true story, starring SANDRA BULLOCK in the powerhouse roll that won her Oscar and Golden Globe Best Actress awards. Tea and coffee will be served at 1pm (included in the £2). The fi lm starts at 1-15pm. We provide a variety of chairs for your comfort, and provide tables so that you can bring a spot of lunch to eat while you watch the fi lm. EVERYONE IS MOST WELCOME TO JOIN US. Watching in friendly company makes all The Mayor of Great Aycliffe, thank the volunteers of St. of the Public and Councillors the difference. For further Councillor Mrs. Wendy Hillary, Clare’s Church for supplying who were present to show details please ring Ric attended the War Memorial tea/coffee and biscuits in the the Town’s appreciation and outside of St. Clare’s Church on church hall which was greatly support to our Armed Forces Hargreaves 01325 316755 Monday, 23rd June 2014 at 11 appreciated. both past and present serving Chairman and Secretary of a.m. to raise a fl ag on behalf of A big thank you to Members personnel. the Town to mark the beginning Friends of West Park, Ken of ‘Armed Forces Week’. The Robson and Arun Chandran Mayor was assisted by Offi cers along with Andy Anderson Aycliffe Computers and representatives from UPGRADES - SERVICING - SOFTWARE PROBLEMS meet every Sunday at 9am 102 Battalion (REME) and to litter pick Woodham 201 Field Hospital (A.Det.). GOT A PROBLEM WITH YOUR PC? Burn adjacent to the Park, Standard Bearers from the GIVE ME A CALL - I CAN HELP METAL AND WASTE then at 10am litter pick the Royal British Legion were • Systems built to your own specifi cations RECYCLING SPECIALISTS whole of West Park. present together with members • Software problems resolved All rubbish removal work Around 11am they enter the of the British Legion. • Hardware/Upgrade installations Domestic & Commercial The bagpipes were played by • Crash Recovery/Virus Removal top lake and spend a few • Internet Set Up (Broadband/ADSL) Fully Licensed & Insured hours raking out the algae Arthur Middleton (a retired member of the 102 Battalion • Spares and Parts Available Landlords, Save £££s and pond weed fi nding that • Anti-Virus Protection REME Pipe Band) during the using an ordinary lawn • Wireless and Wired Systems All scrap metal & electrical service and fl ag raising. • Data Recovery and Networking rake is the most effective Representatives of ‘Churches items, collection free method. They capture most • Windows 8 Installations Together’ performed the • Tablet Setup and Sync of the weed and algae drain Aycliffe Computers is not associated Service, Revd. Julie Wing from • NO CALL OUT FEE with the shop in the town centre House clearance a speciality. it ready for lifting out onto St. Clare’s Church and Pastor Call for a free estimate the side in tidy piles for Geoff Walvin from the Harvest CONTACT ROB ON 310737 One call, Steptoe sorts it all! Council Staff to collect. Church. [email protected] At the present rate it will The Council would like to (available Afternoons, Evenings & Weekends) - Excellent Rates - Discretion Assured Mobile: 07546 319311 take about eight more

AGENCY OF THE YEAR North East, HAVE YOU MADE A WILL? Yorkshire and We can help protect your family’s interests. North Midlands Protect your PROPERTY for your loved ones. Sundays a couple of hours be necessary to fl ush both 2014 Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Storage. each time to clear the Top lakes dry and remove debri SUMMER Call NOW on 01325 324515 for appointment Lake and when complete from the lakes. This might £49.00 inc VAT (per will) and Free Home Visit should be easy to maintain also encourage the Ducks During the day or evening thereafter. The volunteers to migrate to safer land so E.M.P. 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MEETINGS PER PERSON FROM 5* ALL INCLUSIVE PACT Meetings will be held at the following venues. 7 NTS / JULY SIMPASTURE COURT Coffee Lounge Tuesday 1st July £ PER PERSON FROM from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. AYCLIFFE VILLAGE Hall Saturday 5th July from 11.00am 178 £ to 12noon. PC Alan Thompson & PCSO Richard Scott are 412 your Community Police Representatives.Councillors & Partners will attend if available. Visit www.durham.police.uk Visit our Website to view for more information on whats going on in Newton Aycliffe. THINK HOLIDAY MONEYY£ $ NEW DAY and TIME for PACT MEETING our excellent selection of Tuesday 1st July at 6.30pm Evangelical Church, Lady- THINK HAYS TRAVEL € bower, covering GREENFIELD, BYERLEY PARK pre-owned cars in the AND HORNDALE AREAS. PC Mike Welch PCSO Mike £1000-£3000 price range Hutchinson Park Wardens Neighbourhood Wardens and County Councillors will be in attendance. www.shaftowayservicecentre.co.uk WEST WARD A PACT Meeting will be held at the Methodist Church, 42 Beveridge Way, Newton Aycliffe All vehicles are covered by Burnhill Way on Thursday 3rd July from 6.00pm. Please come along to hear updates and have your say on local issues. our own personal guarantee PC Mike Welch & PCSOs Nicola Shaw & Chris Noble are Tel: 01325 320611 haystravel.co.uk your Community Police Offi cers. Local Ward Councillors RING DAVID or STEPHEN in Attendance. 316839 or 316791 For more information on whats going on in your area visit THE UK’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT TRAVEL AGENT www.durham.police.uk dĞƌŵƐĂŶĚĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐĂƉƉůLJ͘ƐŬŝŶƐƚŽƌĞĨŽƌĨƵůůĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘ PAGE 4 www.newtonnews.co.uk NEWTON NEWS BUDDING WRITERS VISIT MEDIA CENTRE CHARITY SHOWS Appointments Boost Budding Year 10 Sports Writers from Woodham ALTERNATIVE TO Academy were able to hone Tekmar’s Business their journalistic skills whilst COURT PROCEEDINGS Leading offshore cable covering the Durham Jets protection specialist, T20 game against Leicester A 61% rise in people across court because they cannot the North East representing afford high cost solicitor Tekmar Energy of Aycliffe, Foxes last Friday. has reinforced its senior The school enjoys a themselves in family courts fees.” highlights the need for Figures from a Freedom management team with highly productive working couples to seek out a more of Information request the appointments of a relationship with Durham pragmatic solution for their show the number of people non-executive technical County Cricket Club which family’s future, instead of representing themselves in director and a technical sales stems from their involvement heading straight to court, says private law child proceedings manager. with the Woodham Sports Changing Lives’ Families in the North East rose from Dr Terry Sheldrake and Academy and has evolved Talking service. 4,698 (April to December Charlie Sullivan have taken to incorporate the Durham Families Talking, part of the 2012) to 7,562 (Apr – Dec up the respective roles which CCC initiative, Learning Changing Lives charity group, 2013), an increase of 61 per further underpin Tekmar’s Beyond The Boundary. works across the Tees Valley cent. engineering-led technical Woodham is one of only and including Darlington, “But the ‘courtroom fi rst’ expertise. two schools working in , Newton Aycliffe. culture is deeply fl awed,” she Dr Sheldrake, a specialist The charity provides practical adds. “There are alternative partnership with the LBB in developing technology information and guidance for and better ways to settle Tekmar, James Ritchie, team where students are able strategy, will support to explore the different forms adults and children who are disputes that put children said: “Appointing Terry and experiencing problems and fi rst. Family mediation the development and Charlie greatly strengthens of media used to cover the Northern Echo, BBC Radio At the game’s conclusion the implementation of the game from their privileged Newcastle and The Journal, students prepared questions distress as a result of family can provide long-lasting, our technical team and breakdown, separation or common sense solutions that fi rm’s innovative products enhances our industry position in the state of the students wrote summaries of for Durham star and former servicing both the oil and art media centre. Sharing the game as well as regularly England wicketkeeper divorce. avoid a courtroom drama, standing for delivering on “Most couples across the especially for children gas and offshore wind time and within budget for the stage with professional ‘tweeting’ to give updates as batsman Phil Mustard and industries. He joins Tekmar journalists from The the game developed. conducted a video interview North East who have decided caught in the middle of their clients. to separate think their only parents’ disputes. Mediation after 15 years in the post “Terry’s extensive ex- on the game’s highlights and of technology leader at GE key moments. option is to head straight is quicker, less stressful, and perience in strategic to court,“ says Kay Duffi e, it’s cost-effective too.” Wellstream. A further visit is scheduled planning and development GREAT AYCLIFFE TOWN COUNCIL Manager of Families Talking Duffi e ends: “Legal Aid is “I’m joining an inventive of technology is a huge for 25th July where a full Service in Middlesbrough. still available for mediation company known for stadium tour is planned, boost to the business. His Dates and Times of Statutory Meetings “Legal Aid cuts introduced too – a cheaper and quicker developing industry-leading knowledge should support which will include the last year mean more and way of resolving family technology that brings a of the Town Council and its Committees changing rooms and the Sky us as we continue to bring more people are representing issues than heading straight real benefi t to the market,” new technologies, which Television broadcast area. themselves when they get to off to court. People who want Wednesday 2nd July 2014 said Dr Sheldrake, who has minimise risk and drive to know more should call sat on several technology down costs, to market while 01642 222967 or visit our strategy boards and worked Charlie will play a key role website www.familiestalking. on the steering committee for Policy & Resources BENGAL LOUNGE co.uk” in ensuring our growth is fl exible pipe standards.” in line with our business It follows the results of a Mr Sullivan joins Tekmar Committee - 7.15pm survey carried out by the strategy.” CELEBRATE ANOTHER Bureau of Investigative from Wilton Engineering With over 25 years’ QUESTION TIME Journalism, The Independent where he was also technical experience, Tekmar is a A period of up to 20 minutes has been set aside for an elector on Sunday and the sales manager. He will market leader in the design, to ask questions, give evidence or make representation on any ANNIVERSARY Magistrates’ Association, be responsible for further manufacture and supply of item of business included on the agenda of the Council, and driving forward Tekmar’s subsea cables, umbilicals and its Committees. using a sample group of 461 magistrates sitting in a commercial and business fl exible protection systems If members of the public have any questions it would be variety of courts across the development for new for the renewable energy and appreciated if they could make them known prior to the start UK. Nearly two thirds of projects while also providing oil & gas industry. For more of the meeting. Agendas/Reports are available on the Council’s magistrates think ‘litigants technical support for information about Tekmar Website on the Friday afternoon preceding the meeting. in person’ have a negative engineering led enquiries. please visit – www.tekmar. (www.great-aycliffe.gov.uk) impact on the court’s work. Chief executive offi cer at co.uk The Press and Public are cordially invited to attend.

“The Public Entrance to the Council Chamber will be open 30 minutes prior to the commencement of meetings”. STEPHENSON WAY COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

“This is a good school.” - Ofsted 2014

All comments are from the Ofsted 2014 report GREAT AYCLIFFE TOWN COUNCIL “All groups of children Customer Panel Meeting make good progress.”

The next meeting of the Customer Panel will be held on: TUESDAY, 8th JULY, 2014 Commencing at 6.00p.m. The Panel meet in the “Pupils behave well and Council Offices, School Aycliffe Lane, Newton Aycliffe. feel safe at school.” ‘At this meeting the following item will be discussed’:-

“NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN UPDATE” We are always looking for new members. If you would “Pupils who join part like to know a little more about us and our work this would be a great meeting to attend. The group are way through Key Stages informal and quite often have lively debates about a wide range of Town Council matters. 1 or 2 sett le quickly and Bengal Lounge the popular restaurant and takeaway at Why not come along and join us at this meeting – we Woodham celebrated its anniversary on 16th June offering make good progress.” look forward to seeing and meeting new members. customers a different insight into Indian cuisine. The chefs used their culinary skills to prepare a mouthwatering Further information can be obtained from Christine traditional banquet. Places available. Book your child’s place for September now. Customers tucked into Roast Chicken Bhuna and Lamb Walton on 01325 300700 e-mail: Christine.Walton@ Chop Korma with all the usual extras on the menu. A Henna great-aycliffe.gov.uk artist was present decorating hands and forearms with dainty For more informati on or to arrange a visit, or bespoke designs. The Public Entrance to the Council Chamber will be The family members of Abdul Basir thank customers for please contact the main offi ce, Tel 01325 300324 open 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the their attendance on the night and for their loyal support over meeting. the years. “Without you there would be no Bengal Lounge” School Website: www.swcps.co.uk said Abdul. NEWTON NEWS www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 5 NINE YEAR WAIT Music Stars of the Future TEARWAYS DIRTY FOR MARRIAGE Support Rotary Charity Night DANCING IN JULY Some of Aycliffe’s young “Hungry Eyes” and “She’s keeps a watchful eye talented musicians and Like The Wind “ are just backstage on the whole singers featured in a Charity two of the many song and performance. The Tearaways Music Night at the Royal dance tunes that are in The have kept to the movie story Navy Club this month Tearaways Youth Theatre that everyone knows with organised by the town’s Groups musical adaptation just a few additions of their Rotary Club. of “Dirty Dancing” which own. All they need is an Among the young singers will be performed the fi rst audience to perform it to. was Alice Jordan a 14 year week in July at the Civic That’s where you the reader old girl who has autism. She Hall, Shildon. comes in: Performances are was such a joy to listen to Local girls Charlotte Mc from Thursday 3rd July to and has a lovely personality. Adam, Jordan Sandford Saturday 5th July at 7.30pm Alice was discovered two and Hana Stephen take Afternoon show: Sunday years ago and has blossomed on the lead roles of Baby 6th July at 2pm. 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Woodham Academy has Wildcats Basketball Club for During the season, the team always been something that the last 10 years working in has won the Durham Sport the school has rightly been a variety of roles, extending County Finals, the Durham proud of. A proven track from junior National League Wildcats festival as well as record and extensive list of coaching U14,15,16 and 18 the Durham Wildcats Central students who go on to earn teams to Assistant Coach to Venue League competition. regional and national honours Dave Elderkin with the men’s The latter being the most is testimony to the high quality BBL team. During his time at signifi cant of the achievements opportunities and provision Woodham, school teams have due to the fact that largely the Woodham students can enjoy. reached National Schools’ competition were made up In recent times 2 students fi nals and semi fi nals and 5 of club sides who could call have made the England teams have reached the last upon a player pool from much National Under 16 squad and 32 and two players have been further afi eld. a further 20 have represented selected for the England Under It is also likely that 4 of the The “All Sorts” Charity Shop situated along the path from St. the North East Region at 16 squad. current squad will be training Clare’s Church to the halls on the right of the church is run National Championships. As Having coached successful with the North East Regional by Godfrey Bennett, long time resident of the town. He opens the 2013/14 season draws to school teams, with 13 squad with the opportunity every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10am to 1pm. a close, the Academy teams Woodham players representing to be selected to play in the The shop has hundreds of interesting items including have enjoyed one of their most the North East Region at regional competition that is successful seasons ever. England trials at Lilleshall in 8 effectively a trial from which household goods, toys, bric-a-brac, jewellery etc. Many The Year 7 team have won years, Danny was approached the England Squad is selected. donations have been made to various charities and the most the Durham Wildcats Under by Durham Wildcats Head Under 16s basketball seasons recent was to St. Clares Roof Appeal. 12 tournament and fi nished Coach, Dave Elderkin, to review The photo shows Godfrey presenting the donation to new runners up in the schools work on their junior national The highlight of the under Rector Rev Chris Pearson who visited the shop last week. county tournament. 7 members league programme. Danny has 16s season was a visit to Godfrey extends a warm welcome to all readers. of the current team have been worked as assistant coach for RAF Menwith Hill to play a the men’s BBL team during the game against the American 2012/13 season. High School team from their Danny has coached the Air Force Base. Through AYCLIFFE Wildcats under 16 team to the the American Football league championships as well teams involved in the EVANGELICAL as coaching fi ve Woodham European DODDS League, invited to attend the Regional Wildcats County Tournament school teams that reached at a good relationship has been CHURCH Performance Programme to as well as the Durham least the last 32 of the national developed between the two hone their skills and take the Wildcats CVL; winning all schools tournament. schools, and opportunities Ladybower opportunity to showcase their without losing a game during Danny has also coached to provide high quality Signposted off skills to regional coaches. the season. two players, who he fi rst match experience has proved Meadowfield Way The Year 9 team have Basketball at Woodham is encountered as novices, who invaluable to both sets of proven to be unbeatable in overseen by the expert eyes of have been selected in a 20 students. Every Sunday all competitions they have Assistant Headteacher Danny player England squad, one of The under 16 team gives Services at 10.30am entered during the course Morgans who has extensive whom has played for England. opportunities for the more and 6.30pm of the season. With North experience working with During the 2013/14 season able Year 9 students to gain East point guard Ryan Harris young players and developing the U14 basketball team won more challenging experience Everyone Welcome orchestrating the plays, the their skills in preparing a clean sweep of all County and they are surrounded by Honest John invites you to view his large selection of goods at Tel: 07830 375913 team overcome all opponents them for National League Durham and Durham Wildcats 5 players in Years 10 and 11 www.aycliffe-ec.org in the Durham Sport County Competition. competitions. all of whom have signifi cant Championships, Durham Danny has been involved on a The under 12s have enjoyed experience of National League an excellent season having Basketball; 4 with Durham THE CUBBY spent the year working with Wildcats and 1 who has been Monday to Saturday 10am to 3pm Durham Wildcat BBL player a key player for both the Mark Elderkin. Working Newcastle Eagles and the Visit our main shop inside the Cubby. on an intensive programme North East Regional side over that is focused on developing the last few years. Small selection of goods displayed on the lawn fundamental skills, the team Playing fi xtures both home (Weather permitting) is technically extremely and away against an American profi cient and in later years High School provided the their skill progression will be students with an exciting Large selection of goods always available, eg: signifi cantly enhanced through opportunity to play against Paperback Books 50p - Hardback Books £1 their experiences. their American counterparts DVDs £1 each - CDs 50p each Most of the 12 strong squad the majority of whom will were new to the game when have had exposure to the game starting Woodham in Year from a much younger age. Plus many more items, too numerous to list 7 and can be very proud With the school having Come along, browse and enjoy a cup of tea of their development and such strong partnerships TURNERS OF performances this year. The with Durham Wildcats, team fi nished runners up in regional coaches and local the Durham Sport County league clubs, largely due Finals as well as the local to the network of contacts district schools competition, that have been developed The Village Pharmacy 2 players have also played an through their association with Pioneering Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe instrumental role in the under Woodham Academy Assistant 14 team winning the Durham Headteacher, Danny Morgans, Wildcats CVL in the spring. aspiring basketballers can As a result of their skills, be assured of a high quality Pioneering Care Centre, Burn Lane Ford Dealership 7 players have been learning environment in which recommended to regional to develop their skills, as well Newton Aycliffe, Co. 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Pregnancy Testing, Care in the Chemist In addition to the school Pharmacist always available for help/advice Serving Newton Aycliffe, Durham, Darlington competition, 4 have been and the surrounding area invited to ply their trade and gain exposure to a signifi cantly Pharmacist: Alisdair McConnell MRPharmS higher level of competitive basketball by playing for Call us for more details on (01325) 311297 SEDGEFIELD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE Durham Wildcats Under 16s where our friendly staff will be happy to help. in the England Basketball US ON FOLLOW NEWTON NEWS www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 7 VOLUNTEERS WANTED TO HORNDALE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION Flower Demo Tuesday 1st July meeting at 6.00pm centre on 01325 328080. “These Are a Few of My HELP WITH GIRLGUIDING with refreshments at 5.45pm, Your local councillors and a representative Favourite Things” will be (01325) 311204 or log on Evangelical Church. from Livin will be at our meeting to talk Area Demonstrator Eileen to www.girlguiding.org. At this month’s meeting we will discuss to and listen to any problems or concerns Baraclough’s theme when uk/joinus. There are lots of “Fab Friday” which is a fun day to be you may have. This a good opportunity to she presents an evening of opportunities, not just Unit held 29th August at The North East meet people to discuss any ideas to make Leaders and not all requiring a fl ower arranging. Autism Centre, which is a great asset our good neighbourhoods better. The meeting is on Monday qualifi cation. to our town and needs as much support To register girls for Rainbows, Please remember that the PACT meetings 7th July at Shildon and as possible to improve the lives of the are now held on the fi rst Tuesday of the Brownies, Guides or the District Flower Club Senior Section please log people that use the services. month at 6.30pm. Our meetings are friendly on to www.girlguiding.org. 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After lots of hard work (and Qualifi cation badge and a frustrating delay in getting certifi cate from Division the fi le verifi ed and returned) Commissioner, Becci Barnett, Trudy Holman, Leader on Friday 23rd May. in Charge of 1st Newton If any reader is interested in Aycliffe Rainbow Unit, fi nally volunteering with Girlguiding received her Adult Leadership please speak with Becci on

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Greenwell Road Aldi Crossing Needs Lights Dear Sir, cross and that is only from Are the good people of one direction. There is Newton Aycliffe and the also pedestrians from the Highways Authority aware direction of Argos and Tesco. of the accident just waiting The road is a nightmare and to happen at the crossing not only do we have to avoid in Greenwell Road outside traffi c coming the other way Aldi? (some heavy goods delivery Drivers are, and I dread vehicles) but have to avoid approaching this crossing them overtaking the cars because of the number of parked outside the Cubby, people streaming out of Aldi thereby coming on to our and straight across without side of the road whilst our looking. Yes, many are road minds are focussed on the conscious, but many more crossing. are not. I know not what technical Bicycles come hurtling issues were considered when across, young un’s with a the crossing was installed, mobile attached fi rmly to but surely it could have their ear, or texting quite been a crossing with lights, unaware of an approaching making it far safer to cross. vehicle. High time the police and I slow down when I approach Co. Durham Highways the crossing and just when I Department came out and think it is safe to proceed, iinspected what is going on I’m the neighbour fromm downstdownstairs... another load of lemmings choosing a busy time. bent on suicide decide to Margaret Chappell, Chilton it’s about time you visitedted Franks! Town Council Senior “If we can’t do you a better, like for like deal on your bed, Citizens Excursions

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Council! It would have Tell me ladies, are you in the Z been better if the Mesdames habit of taking yourselves off Z Humble and Tinkler had for the day, travelling over complained about their 100 miles, paying for fuel, supposed ‘poor meal’ direct morning coffee and biscuits to the hotel management, and and then a three course presumably they rated it on meal? I very much doubt the questionnaire provided it, so why complain when by the Council, handed out you’ve had all this for FREE on the homeward journey. I (oh, and please don’t start fail to see why they feel the spouting about it coming need to spoil their otherwise from your Council Tax, we complimentary letter by already know that, just think bringing this comment to the of it as a summer trip savings fore! scheme!) on selected items As a previous employee of On behalf of all those the Town Council I am well with NO complaint, well aware of how much hard done GATC, and Marie work goes into organising in particular, for another www.frankstheflooringstore.com these trips (and all the sucessful season of trips. A local family company with stores across the North East other events provided), and M Miller PAGE 8 www.newtonnews.co.uk NEWTON NEWS

Help a child to read, grow and succeed LETTERS DOCUMENTS PUT Parking in Can you spare a few hours a week to help a child to learn to read? TO THE EDITOR ELDON WHINS IN Disabled Bay Then get in touch! Beanstalk is a charity that trains Dear Sir, volunteers to help children aged 6-11 NEWTON AYCLIFFE Went to Tesco’s last night become confident and literate. Primary School Graded to do some shopping with For more information please contact Dear Sir, NOT scrapped, and it is Reference deletion of still a valid reference by my wife. The 3 disabled Policy H7 (S.B.C Local Order of the Secretary of bays closest to the “GOOD” by OFSTED Plan)2007, by W.J.Mellors State in 2004 also in the entrance were occupied Dear Sir, under headline: “Old North East Plan - Regional by 2 cars and a van I would like to offer my Plans For Eldon Whins Spatial Strategy to 2021. without a disabled badge. congratulations to all staff, I informed the Tesco Beanstalk Scrapped”. Donald Fraser 0845 4500344 pupils and governors at The Policy H7 was a Woodham. security men who said [email protected] Woodham Burn Primary PHASING POLICY Editor: Copies of the above there was not much we for the GOOD judgement listing conditions as to references have been left can do about it and they awarded to the school when Eldon Whins could with me and are available changed the subject. by OFSTED after their and would be developed. for inspection. Disabled War Pensioner. inspection in May 2014. Deletion of Policy H7 A GOOD judgement for removed those inhibitions overall effectiveness, from the development of especially under the new Eldon Whins as a Housing framework, is a very clear Site. endorsement of the success The Policy for developing of the school and the result Eldon Whins, and other of a lot of hard work by sites in the former everybody concerned. The Sedgefi eld Borough is Hl. full report is now available to view on both the OFSTED Sites listed as Policy H2. and the schools own website. governors will continue The point was, that I would also like to take this to ensure your children Eldon Whins is part of opportunity to thank parents receive the best education development within the and carers of all the children possible in a happy and safe Planned Boundaries of at the school for your environment. Newton Aycliffe TOWN. continued support. Jay Steward Copies of Policies Hl, Rest assured the staff and Chair of Governing Body H2 and H7 are with the Editor for evidence showing ELDON WHINS AS A PART OF THE Missing Councillor DEVELOPMENT OF Dear Sir, NEWTON AYCLIFFE. I cannot understand how we can have someone still on the Copies of the validity of the Town Council claiming expenses whilst living and working S.B.C LOCAL PLAN as a abroad for the best part of a year. Surely he should have stood “Saved Plan”, by direction down from his position to give someone else the opportunity. of the Secretary of State are J Williams given along with a copy of the Planning Approval for Newton News contacted the currently out of the country Housing on Woodham Golf Town Council to pose the undertaking seasonal Course, 20th November question and received the employment. Cllr Summers 2012, DCC,PP,l-4.which following statement. advised of this employment details that validity in the Cllr D Summers is and his wish to cease Planning Approvals. receiving his Councillor The S.B.C. Local Plan was Allowance during this period. It is confi rmed that no allowance has been paid during this period. Should Cllr Summers not attend a Council meeting Local Solicitors with expertise or other relevant qualifying event within six months, he in all areas of law, including will cease to be a Councillor, due to disqualifi cation.  Personal Injury Alternatively, Cllr Summers SOLICITORS  Wills and Probate may request the Council to  Family consider a ‘leave of absence’  Crime for any further absence  Employment beyond the six months and the Council may or may not Whatever your legal problem grant his request. please contact us for expert advice Andrew Bailey, Town Clerk

Christmas Eve Suite 5, Avenue House (next to Argos) Telephone: 01325 316170 Accident at www.hewitts.co.uk Macdonalds Dear Sir I am needing a little help looking for witnesses to an incident that happened last Christmas Eve 2013 at lunch time at Macdonalds. Myself and another car reversed into each other, but no damage was done. The other driver is now claiming, 6 months later, for a large amount of damage to his car against me. I have tried to get CCTV footage from Macdonalds but they only go back to February. I have no witnesses at the moment and was wondering if any Newton News reader could help me. If you can could you contact this newspaper direct on 300212 as I have reasons not to identify myself. Reader NEWTON NEWS www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 9

PROUD TO HELP LETTERS MIDDRIDGE COUNCIL ARE AYCLIFFE FOODBANK TO THE EDITOR Dear Sir, receive the food I had worked JUST AFTER THE MONEY! I would just like to thank hard to buy. I simply thought, Sir, additional houses will expand the housing they simply want the narrow minded views I hope someone can feed their The latest letter from the tax base on which Council the money it brings. of the man who wrote into children this week, and feel I Can’t Believe it! Middridge fi nally bares the Tax is calculated thus reducing The Town Council had no the Newton News about the happy that this week someone Dear Syd in London, that they have truth, namely that to Middridge everyone’s council tax. choice but to request for the “unnecessary” Food Bank a is eating and not as hungry as It would seem that Victor made a mistake. Council this is all about If it remains in Middridge’s County Council review which couple of weeks ago. they were the week before. Meldrew is alive and well money. Council Tax as well boundary, Eldon Whins is lawful, democratic, proper This story highlighted to One day any of us may need Is this person always in and living in Newton such a rush, so impolite, as Community Infrastructure residents will outnumber and above board open and me that Newton Aycliffe the food bank for one reason levy (CIL). and out vote any Middridge morally justifi ed. Aycliffe hiding behind and without compassion that has a food bank, which I or another, redundancy, In 2011 the submissions from Village attempt to stop further To do otherwise would have was previously unaware of. divorce, who knows. But the ubiquitous “name and they feel they can not stand address supplied.” I refer Middridge to the County development. It’s council will been a dereliction of duty I am not in need of a food what I do know is if I ever aside for a minute or two Council on future housing be out voted indeed elected by our Councillors, who are bank, however am educated need help, I know now where to the letter headed ‘No for someone less able than provision theywere all decided by the majority in elected and paid to serve Great enough to understand that not to go. Room for Market in Thames themselves? Are they aware opposed to any houses being Eldon Whins on everything, Aycliffe not Middridge. I fully everyone is as fortunate. It would be great if Aycliffe Centre’. that a similar situation can built on Eldon Whins. Yet now out voting the original Village support our Town Councillors In life you will always get food bank could provide us It is to the owners of The and does sometimes arise in Middridge Council is getting residents by at least 2 to 1. in seeking this change it individuals who take what details of how volunteers Thames centre and the stall Tesco, or are they one of the all upset, not because housing The really stupid suggestion will benefi t Great Aycliffe, they don’t deserve, even in could help, as I’m sure holder’s credit that they people who barge through has been approved for that that we should wait several be fair, and reduce Council my place of work you get there will be a lot of proud support the public and have the isles regardless, tutting site for the future, but because years for the houses to be built, Tax, by adding to our Tax people who come in to work Newtonians (including a commitment to a market at other shoppers and the Great Aycliffe Town Council then ask the residents which Base, whilst at the same time repeatedly late, take longer myself) who would be willing on the town centre despite free standing baskets that get dare to request that an area of parish they wish to belong to, ensuring people living in part than their hour for lunch, but to give up some spare time to having to squeeze into in their way piled high with future housing that will form a is the same as ‘do turkeys vote of Newton Aycliffe pay their the majority of us don’t. help out. a relatively small space. goods they do not want? natural part of Newton Aycliffe for Christmas’. fair share and contribute to Just two hours after reading It may also benefi t the He/she says “Imagine I was not surprised that this should come under the Town If we wait for the houses to be what the Town provides. The the article in the paper we went gentleman who wrote in to stalls, mobility scooters, person was the only one Boundary. built why would any resident tail does not wag the dog. Sign to do our grocery shopping spend a few hours at the food wheelchairs and all the complaining to Newton The consequence of the houses choose to pay a higher Council the petition. and the local food bank was bank helping out to see the people”. News as most considerate (and at least 342 are envisaged Tax to Great Aycliffe Town K Curry set up outside the shop with a benefi ts of this cause. The Dear me he/she missed out people take into account that by the County Council) are that Council, when they could Stainforth Close list of items you could buy to time it took him to write his the inconsiderate mums with the Aycliffe stalls are the if they remain in Middridge simply choose to pay the lower help out. We went and set one mindless article could have pushchairs! Supporters of Parish boundary they get the tax to Middridge Council but bag aside for the food bank, been spent helping families only source of income for the market do not have to some stallholders. Council Tax and CIL money still use everything in Newton which we donated afterwards. in need. from it. People in Eldon Whins Aycliffe without the cost that Life Story of We don’t repeatedly have p.s I would also like to thank imagine, they are shopping My message to name and and making the best of a will be geographically part of everyone else in Great Aycliffe spare cash to do this, but a this man for highlighting address supplied is - if Newton Aycliffe, use Newton Shares. This is what happened diffi cult and hopefully short Peter Lee few sacrifi ces from our own a certain supermarket who you don’t like it avoid Aycliffe’s facilities and with the Chestnuts area of shopping every now and then would not donate to our food term job without complaint the Thames Centre, don’t services yet contribute nothing school Aycliffe. Our Town On Wednesday 2nd July at seems worthwhile. bank. I am proud to say I as it is a service they want denigrate people who are to Newton Aycliffe. Council is absolutely right. 7pm in Aycliffe Village Hall, When I donated my bag of won’t ever give them another on the town centre; it is trying to make a difference. I totally support our Town Great Aycliffe Town Council the Local History Society food, I did not feel bitter that penny of my money. their way to try to show the Andrea Bergg Council in having the have done the sensible and will be hosting a talk by Win someone undeserving may Leyanne Pennington-Foster owners, the monied people Lascelles Ave. Boundary changed, these proper thing by asking Colman entitled ‘The Life people will be part of Newton Middridge Council to mutually and Times of Peter Lee’. Aycliffe in every respect, and agree the change hence it All are welcome, members INSURANCE £1 and non members £3 FREE should pay their share just would have removed the need QUOTES Thames Centre Mall like everyone else in Great for a Community Governance includes tea/coffee/biscuits. ESTIMATES Aycliffe. Indeed by being review. Middridge Council Further details from 01325 VEHICLEVEHICLEB BODYODY REPAIRSREPAIRS Now a Vibrant Area within our boundary the realising they could not stop 301093. 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Roundabout Unit 25 Whinbank Road, Aycliffe Business Park DL5 6AY Dear Sir, Why do we have so many incompetent drivers in Newton Aycliffe? The worst 20’ Self Storage Containers spot for these idiots is Tesco’s mini roundabout where I have £24.00 per week lost count of the times whilst already on the roundabout indicating to turn right when “Your Key, Your Container” I have needed to brake hard to avoid a crash. Stupid drivers just drive straight on toward the petrol station on their way Price House Contents • Small Businesses • Car Storage out of the car park., They all have the same “If I From Just 24/7 CCTV and Guards Patrolling • Established 2008 don’t look at that car and stare £99.00 straight ahead I will be ok” attitude. They need to learn the Highway Code and always Contact Allan on 07795 064710 give way to traffi c from the CALL 07949 926685 right on a roundabout before email: [email protected] someone gets hurt. for details and to take advantage of our free delivery Careful Driver PAGE 10 www.newtonnews.co.uk NEWTON NEWS

GARDENERS BEWARE EX REFEREE AT WOODHAM Greenfield Athletes After purchasing three SPORTS ACADEMY Gala Lillies from a local in Inter County Finals supermarket I have an PRESENTATION EVENING infestation of a fl ying insect which is similar to a ladybird, It is bright red and very shiny and on futher investigation this insect is a Scarlet Lily Beetle and is found abroard and in the south of England. On futher reading about this beetle I found out it can destroy and decimate Lilies and plants in a garden. Everyday I have to look for the beetle and its eggs left under leaves. I don’t usualy use insecticide, but will now have too. Woodham Sports Academy that its presentation evening Ann Dunn is delighted to announce will take place on Monday 7th July, at Hardwick Hall Sedgefi eld. The evening will start at 7pm and will fi nish Famous Football Pundit at Big Club around about 9pm. This year Throughout June two said ‘I felt great, a real there will 7 awards presented students from Greenfi eld success and an amazing Newton Aycliffe Youth Football Club again packed out the to students, the awards are: Community College, achievement to qualify for Big Club for their 3rd Annual Sportsman Evening. Over 200 Woodham Sports Academy Courtnie Mills and Adam the inter counties’. people came along to support this fundraiser and see guest Individual Achivement of Lamb, have been competing Courtnie went on to speaker Paul Merson. the Year Award in the area Athletic compete at the fi nal event, Paul was very open about his history of addiction to drink Woodham Sports Academy championships. The pair representing Greenfi eld and gambling, but explained that he had left that all behind Team of the Year were successful in their and Durham at the event and was enjoying a new career working for Sky Sports. Woodham Sports Academy respective events at the fi rst involving the whole North He told many interesting stories about his playing days at Young Sports Performer of event to qualify into the next East region. She continued Arsenal, Middlesbrough, Aston Villa, Portsmouth and the Year Award round. her success by coming 3rd Walsall which held the attention of an appreciative audience. Woodham Sports Academy The next round was at in the 200m, making her Before leaving Paul held a Q&A session and signed Performer of the Year Award Monkton Stadium, Jarrow, the third fastest in this event autographs as well as posing in Photos with everyone who Woodham Sports Academy where Courtnie raced in the in the North East! This is a asked. A great comedian rounded off the night before the Recognition of the Year 200m representing Durham fantastic achievement for fundraising was fi nally added to with an auction of footballs Award County Schools Athletics Courtnie who was thrilled to and T shirts signed by Paul Merson. Contribution to Woodham squad. Unfortunately Adam be the fi rst Greenfi eld athlete Newton Aycliffe Youth FC would like to thank everyone Sport could not take part in the to qualify for the fi nal in this who supported the event and the Big Club for the use of their The Mark Bulman Award triple jump due to another event. concert room which will help continue providing affordable The keynote speaker is sporting fi xture. Courtnie Greenfi eld are extremely football for everyone George Courtney. George trained hard this season for proud of Courtnie and is a retired headteacher the event and it paid off, Adam’s successes in this and professional referee fi nishing 2nd in the 200m. year’s Athletics events, who has offi ciated in some With this success Courtnie their achievements are a of the biggest games in qualifi ed for the Inter County credit to their hard work and world football, including Championships held at dedication to their events the World Cup, European Gateshead Stadium. After and the support of the staff at Championships and FA CUP the competition Courtnie Greenfi eld – well done! fi nals. As is appropriate during the World Cup, George will be able to give students an insight of what it takes to compete at an elite level, the preparation involved not only for the players but referees too. Tea/Coffee Morning at the Vicarage A Coffee Morning in aid of Christian Aid will be held on Saturday 5th July from 10am till 12 noon at the Vicarage on East Green, Heighington. If it is fi ne the event will be outside, inside if not and will include a raffl e, cake stall, books, and other attractions. Admission £2 to include a coffee or tea and a scone. NEWTON NEWS www.newtonnews.co.uk PAGE 11 AYCLIFFE JUNIORS BEAT What’s on at Woodham LOCAL FITNESS THAT’S ‘STRICTLY’ FUN Inspired by dancers from ‘Srtictly Come Dance’ and an SHILDON BY 9 WICKETS Olympian Fitsteps combines Ballroom and Latin steps with fi tness moves for a workout suitable for all abilities. No SPORT partner needed. Coming to Woodham Village Community Centre every Friday 11am to 12pm, starting on the 4th July 2014 at only £1-50 per session Nouveau Dance and Fitness www. nouveaufi tness.co.uk Aycliffe Tri Club Just turn up or contact David Sutton-Lloyd 01325 316144 FIRST AID IN THE WORKPLACE Qualifi cation level 2 Accredited HSE Compliant. These courses would usually cost anywhere from £60 to £106. Woodham Village Community Centre has a course available at only £17-50 or free if on Job seekers Allowance. Wednesday 9th July 2014 8-45am to 4-15pm. Places are limited and at this price will go quickly Contact David Sutton-Lloyd 01325 316144

Newton Aycliffe Cricket opener Sam Telford got his (43 runs) steadied the ship Club’s 1st team team side off to a fl yer, scoring with an excellent 7th wicket sponsored by Franks won for 32 from just 20 balls, but his partnership of 76 as Aycliffe the fi rst time in four games dismissal lead to a collapse as eventually reached 196 all with a tough 31 run victory at the home side teetered at 77 out after 39 overs. Thornaby home to Thornaby 2nd team for 6 after 18 overs. batted well and were looking in the NYSD 2nd division. Captain Chris Palmer (57 favourites for victory as they Electing to bat fi rst, Aycliffe runs) and Dave Atkinson comfortably reached 117 for 2, needing just 80 runs for Graham Atkins, Diane Savage, Jen Bainbridge victory from the fi nal 21 overs. and Martin Sedgwick However the introduction of meduim pacer Ross Dixon (4 Keswick was the fabulous Vicky Howse was the club’s for 13) and fast bowler Matty setting for two races on only member taking part in Atkinson (4 for 37) into the Sunday 15th June. In the the AquaBike which didn’t attack soon had the visitors clear waters of Derwent phase Vicky as she managed in trouble as their superb Water with a good to complete the swim and bowling removed the last 8 temperature of 19 degrees 3 cycle in 55mins and came in Canvassers Required wickets as Thornaby were Triathletes form Aycliffe Tri 1st place overall. dismissed for 165 after 57.1 Club stepped into the lake In the Triathlon David overs. The win consolidates Canvass teams required in and around the area speaking to to take part in the Keswick Greatorex fi nished the sprint third place in the table for Short Race. race in 1hr 12mins giving local people about renewable energy products and incentives. Aycliffe with 163 points from Great package of basic + commission for further details please The swim, bike, and run set him 3rd place overall and 12 games played. in stunning countryside was Melaine Rowland in 1hr Newton Aycliffe 2nd team apply to Warren on 07476 287836 a fast race with Graham 26mins. or send cv to [email protected] continued their brilliant run of All the club’s athletes had a form with a comprehensive 72 Atkins fi rst home for the run win away at Northallerton club and also in 3rd place for fantastic day’s racing in two 2nd team in the third division his category in 1hr 19 mins. stunning locations. of the NYSD. Aycliffe were First lady home for the club APPRENTICESHIP asked to bat fi rst and scored an was Jen Bainbridge in 1hr impressive 186 for 9 in their 36mins followed closely by allotted 50 overs thanks to Diane Savage in 1hr 41mins. JOB VACANCIES an unbeaten 48 from captain Next up was the long race Adam Gittins and a fl uent 46 again with three Aycliffe Hotpoint 1400 Spin SWD Training, iTec & Newton News from debutant Neil Bancroft. Triathletes taking part. Helping you Back to Work In reply outstanding medium First home for the club in 2hr paced bowling from both Jack 40mins was Michael Scott, Slatcher (5 for 13) and Tony next was Gareth Elkin in 2hr 77kgkg LLoadoad Travis (5 for 33) helped skittle 45mins followed by Martin AA++ EEnergynergy the home side for just 114 Sedgwick in 2hr 50mins. after 29.5 overs. Aycliffe’s A little closer to home on the 3300 MMinin DailyDaily WashWash VACANCIES young 2nd team are delighted same day Weardale Triathlon 25 to be sitting comfortably in and AquaBike took place at H £ 1 Hour “Main” Wash IT 1 x Manufacturing Apprentice mid table with 112 points Stanhope open air pool. The W K Bowburn from their 12 games. event hosted by Durham Tri OW AC 1 x Toolmaking Apprentice Newton Aycliffe’s u13’s had NNOW WITHB £25 Club is a Sprint Triathlon SH 2 x Maintenance Apprentices Newton Aycliffe (Sept start) a tremendous 34 run victory A and new for this year an Order before 3pm for CCASHBACK 1 x Maintenance Apprentice Darlington (Sept start) away at Synthonia in the NYACC league. Batting AquaBike (swim and run). Stockton 1 x Toolmaking Apprentice fi rst the visitors totalled a same day delivery* Please contact Kirsty Haden to apply challenging 98 for 6 from Telephone: 01325 313194 their allotted 20 overs thanks to good innings from both NNEVILLEEVILLE James Knowlson (31 not out) and captain Dylan Tribley (27 CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY *where possible runs). In reply Billingham ££239.99239.99 were restricted to just 64 for 2 AAlsolso availableavailable onon buybuy nownow paypay laterlater VACANCIES from 20 overs thanks to some CCENTREENTRE excellent bowling and fi elding Business Administration Apprentice £100 per week Newton Aycliffe from the Aycliffe team with New Clubs at Neville Parade Crook and Durham Nathan Parry the pick of the Community Centre include bowlers taking 2 wickets for Tai Chi every Thursday at BARGAIN BUYS Customer Service Apprentice just 5 runs. £100 per week Darlington and Durham 6pm and Karate at 7.30pm. The under 15’s team (photo Existing clubs for you to Shafto Way, Newton Aycliffe 01325 321678 IT Software Apprentice above) made it a clean sweep join: Art Club Wednesday £100 per week Newton Aycliffe and Durham of victories for the club’s 1-3pm and New Age Kurling Recruitment Sales Consultant Apprentice teams this week as they easily Thursdays 10am-12noon. £100 per week Newton Aycliffe defeated Shildon at home by Thanks to all those who 9 wickets. Shildon batted Switchboard Apprentice supported the Marie Curie ££199199 OvenOven & HobHob PPackack DDealeal £100 per week Darlington fi rst and were skittled for 42 Open Day last Saturday. it after 16.5 overs with captain raised £100. Mechanical Traineeship Josh Pearson in excellent VVisitisit ourour Showroom/WarehouseShowroom/Warehouse £100 per week form taking 4 for 8. 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As well as Lifestyle Fitness, the event was also supported by Sherwoods, Securitas, Morrisons at Morton Park, and 1st Stop Party Shop on North Road. ART GROUP On Friday 20th June, the 7th to everybody who takes The Newton Aycliffe Left to right: Mr Ward, Mr Moffatt, Head Teacher David annual St Teresa’s Hospice part and does such a great Art Group meet every Priestley & Sue Williamson (Chief Executive of the SSAT) Midnight Walk took place job raising sponsorship. Wednesday from 1pm Happy 18th Birthday at South Park, Darlington. Their efforts all go directly - 3pm in the Methodist Greenfi eld Community fi eld in improving GCSE Happy 18th Birthday 27th June 2014 After receiving goody bags towards the vital work of St Church Hall, Neville College received a SSAT outcomes for their students.” “Our Special Girl” Best wishes on your special containing glowsticks and Teresa’s Hospice.” Parade. Educational Outcomes “These results are testament Your Nana would be as day. Love from Mam, fetching pink tiaras, the The sponsored event is The fee is £2.00 and new Awards at a special to the commitment and hard proud as I am at the way Colin, Dad, Helen, Luke, participants were led in an expected to raise over members are always celebratory event in work of the students, teachers you have grown up (most Grandad and family xxxx energetic zumba routine by £20,000 for St Teresa’s welcome. Newcastle on Friday. and leadership teams, and of the time!). Lots of love, staff from Lifestyle Fitness, The Outstanding Continuous show what can be achieved Granda XX Improvement award is Darlington to make sure when skilled teachers have Gillian Bennett for being in the top 20% everyone was properly high expectations and of schools nationally, warmed up before being ambition for every young Ali Smith Diamond Anniversary based on improvement in person”. led to the fi nish line. The (Rugrat) the percentage of pupils “I am proud that these marvellous midnight march achieving 5+ A*-C grades, schools are members of the was then offi cially started including English and SSAT network.” by His Worshipful the mathematics. During a visit to the school Mayor of Darlington Cllr Greenfi eld, among other earlier in the day, Sue Gerald Lee. schools from across the Williamson was highly As the town clock tolled North East, was invited to impressed by the students twelve, confetti rained receive its award at a regional and said that “the respect down on the crowds and the celebration ceremony hosted and attitudes shown by the walk began. The route took by SSAT. students were some of the Happy 40th Birthday participants on a 1.5 mile Sue Williamson, Chief best examples I have ever circuit of the park. As soon “GOTCHA” Executive of SSAT said: seen”. Love from Mam, Dad as they crossed the fi nish “These schools should We are looking forward and Guess Who? line, the wonderful walkers be congratulated for their to welcoming Sue back were treated to a hot drink exceptional achievement. to school for a follow up and a breakfast bun. They have proved visit next year- well done Happy 18th Birthday You’re a gorgeous young Carlos McDowell Hospice Director Jane themselves to be leading the Greenfi eld! Bradshaw said: “The lady and a daughter to be proud of. Have a great Midnight Walk is always a party. Loads of love, Mam wonderful night, and this and Dad xxx year has been no different. Obituary In Memoriam We’re incredibly grateful ALY SMITH (Bean) - Happy to all the wonderful people JOHN BAXTER GRAHAM and organisations who 18th Birthday! Have an Peacefully in hospital on 19th Jeff awesome day and see you support the Hospice through June. John, Jack, missed and this brilliant event, and Clark soon! Love Kirsty and Benji xx much loved by his Wife Sylvia KALYA EDEN Happy and Sister Viki. Funeral took 4th July 2002 birthday “Angel”. You’re place on Thrusday 26th June. proper buzzing, like a bee in Treasured and special a hive. Why? Because now Joe and Joan Spark of Wilton Joan worked for the Post memories of our dear For Sale Offi ce for 27 years, fi rst you are 17 you can learn Court received a visit from Birthday devoted friend Jeff. how to drive. De safe Angel. the Mayor Wendy Hillary delivering mail and then LYTMAATWABAAEMTT, Happy 50th Birthday BARGAIN BUYS Bosch last week to congratulate working in the offi ce. Remembrance Forever in our thoughts. Auntie Pamela xxxx Love from Mum and Dad washing machine to rent, £3.99 them on their 60th Wedding They have two daughters, HARRY LEE Happy 1st xxxxxxx a week! No deposit, no more Anniversary on 26th June. three granddaughters and WILLIAM LITTLE, Bill. Georgie and Joy-Marie birthday to our happy little unwanted repair bills. Tel 321 The couple came from Byers two great granddaughters 1930-2013. Your first birthday man Harry. Love you Haribo, 678 Green and Howden le Wear which attracts sympathy for without you. Missing you very from Mammy and Daddy xxx PRIVET for sale in 12” black and fi rst met at the Fir Tree Joe as the only male in the much. Till we meet again. Paul HARRY LEE Happy 1st Thank You buckets. 3’6”, £4 each (6 Community Centre weekly family. From Nancy and family birthday little dude! Love, big available). Tel 01325 320094 dance where Joe politely Joe, a keen gardener has DAWN ELLIOTT 29-6-2014. Clark Sis Eva xxx 3 WHEEL mobility scooter, has asked Joan to join him in a been a member of the Big We cannot send a birthday Died 8th July 2009 HARRY LEE Happy 1st I WOULD like to thank a spare battery, in reasonable “Fox Trot”. Club for 31 years often card, your hand we cannot birthday Harry. Lots of love everyone for the cards, flowers condition. £150. Tel 01325 That was the start of their serving as a voluntary touch. But God will take our Life long memories of our and kisses, Grandma and and kind donations received on 317316 the loss of my dear Wife, Mrs romance and 18 months barman. They have always greetings to you, the one we very dear friend Paul. Grandad xxx MAPLE extending dining room love so much. All our love, Agnes Hills, who lost her battle later they were maried at supported their daughter HARRY LEE Happy 1st table and 6 chairs, upholstered Kathy and Dad Always in our thoughts, birthday Harry. Love you, against cancer on 1st May in black fabric, matching unit St. Mary’s Church, Howden Janet who runs the Durham DAWN ELLIOTT 29th June. 2014. All donations collected le Wear. Joe was a miner at District Roller Skating Club never forgotten. Great Gran Lily xxx with glass display cabinet and We never wish for miracles, HARRY LEE Happy 1st amounted to £311.46 and were and Joan worked at Sunnydale Leisure Centre two lamp tables with glass but today just one would do. Joy-Marie and Georgie birthday. Lots of love, Aunty donated in her memory to inserts. Matching hi-fi unit. for clothing manufacturers in Shildon. Joan is highly To leave our door wide open Karen, Uncle Matt, James and cancer research. I would also Modern design, all VGC, £400. Ramar in Crook who skilled at making costumes and see you walking through. Thomas xxx like to thank all the R.A.F.A. Tel 07977 646886 specialised in quality wear for the skaters and her Happy birthday Sis. With all JEAN RIPLEY 30th June HARRY LEE Happy birthday Club and Ann Noble for the COMPUTER desk and for Marks & Spencers. granddaughter Jessica has our love always, Jacky, Darren, 2013. My love will never die. Harry. Love, Jaynee, Luke and catering adjustable swivel chair, hardly Joe left the mine to run two just won the title of National Louis, Owen and Maxi Love you and miss you. Your Jake xxx I WOULD like to say thank used, immaculate condition, local pubs with his wife, Senior Figure & Free DAWN ELLIOTT 29th June. loving Husband, Jim xxxx AMBER MAY SUFFIELD you to my Husband Billy; my £75. Tel 07977 646886 The Welsh Harp Inn and The Champion. If roses grow in Heaven Lord, JEAN RIPLEY Mam and Happy 16th birthday on 26th Sons, Paul and Gavin who BRAND NEW double divan Vulcan. They were landlords Joe and Joan wanted no fuss, please pick a bunch for us, and Nanna. Can’t put into words June. Have a fantastic day. were brilliant; Tony and Clair with quilted Damask mattress, for 8 years before moving to but the Mayor’s visit and the place them in our Mother’s how much you’re loved and Lots of love from Mam, Geoff, and everyone who attended my can deliver, £120. Tel 07789 live in Aycliffe, after Joe got request for Newton News to arms and tell her they are from missed. We think of you every Dan and Uncle Stu xxx Surprise 60th Birthday Party 113 343 a job with Eatons and then tell their story were the fi rst us. Tell her we miss her and day. Andrew and Jordan xxxx DAVID ANDERSON 28th on 21st June. Thanks for all THREE PIECE suite, green, Toledo where he worked of many surprises organised when you turn to smile, place YVONNE SWEENEY passed June 2014. Congratulations presents and cards. How you top grade, soft leather, excellent away on 26th June 2011. all managed to keep it a secret for 26 years before reaching by their loving family to a kiss upon her cheek and hold David on your 60th birthday. condition. Cost £200 new, will her for a while. Happy birthday Always remembered hy her I don’t know. Love you all, retirement age. mark this special occasion. Lots of love from all your accept £250. Can deliver. Tel Mam. We miss you every day. loving Husband Jim, Sons family xxx Joyce 07789 113343 Love you always and forever. Kevin and Sean; Daughter-in- YOUNGHUSBAND Happy RON YOUNG 4/9/1939 to ESKDALE 10 man tent, Holiday Inn at Newton Park James, Ellice, Jack, Sophie and Law Lorraine; Grandchildren 8th birthday to my first born 25/5/2014. The family of Ron unused, slight damage to one is recruiting for Grandson Jay xxxxx Connor, Caitlin, Eve and Liam. Grandson “Owen” on 26th would like to thank family and pole, easily repaired. £180 Tel DAWN ELLIOTT 29th June. Sadly missed. June. Have a great birthday friends, near and far for the Dawn 07741 084415 Waiter/Waitresses, As we opened our eyes this DES WALKER 30th June. Owen. Lots of love from Nana kind messages, cards, flowers COMPASS 2 berth caravan, morning, we looked up to Those we love don’t go away, and donations (£400) received Darlington North Housekeepers & Receptionist and Grandad Andy xxxxx full awning and extras. No Newton Park Heaven above, we whispered they walk beside us every day. at this sad time. Also thank smokers, no pets, no damp. Please send your CV to: “Happy Birthday” and sent Unseen, unheard, but always you to Co-op Funeral Directors Immaculate condition, ready [email protected] you all our love. Miss you so near. Still missed and very Advertise in this section David Scott, The Rev. Pearson; to go. £1250 ono. Tel 01325 or Telephone: 01325 329600 much. Love always, Mam, Bill dear. Love always, Julia and all The Navy Club and Don 321441 or 07968 083988 and Stephen the family from 15p per word Walkers Butchers. PAGE 16 www.newtonnews.co.uk NEWTON NEWS P&P WINDOW REPAIRS Spartans Remain Top NEW FACES IN AYCLIFFE TEAM Newton Aycliffe Spartans mercy as the home side gave Newtonians are being PRE-SEASON FIXTURES up a new commercial Double Glazing Window several inexperienced players and Door Specialists stay at the top of the British offered the chance to Saturday12th July – Athersley Recreation (a) 2pm team, with lots of exciting Baseball Federation Northern time on the fi eld. Spartans follow their team on Wednesday 16th July – Seaton Carew (a) 7pm packages available to Over 20 years experience AA Division with a 9-1 record scored 17 unanswered runs their pre-season warm-up Saturday 19th July – Heaton Stannington (a) 3pm potential suitors. thanks to two convincing with Lee Hill, Jason Hill game against Athersley Thursday 24th July – Town (a) 7.30pm To fi nd out what packages fi tting and repairing and Bryan Dunkel the main victories at bottom side Recreation for a knockdown Saturday 26th July – Northallerton Town (h) 3pm are available, contact the doors, windows, double Harrogate Cubs last weekend. contributors to the run total. glazing, locks, hinges Spartans Player Coach Mike return travel price. Wednesday 30th July – Darlington RA (h) 7.30pm team on 07581 784726 or In game 1, Harrogate kept the Following last summer’s Saturday 2nd August – Athersley Recreation (h) 2pm 07826 525907. & handles Spartans offensive quiet and Holton pitched a complete successful trip to the The club have announced held a 3-1 lead going into the game shut. 6th inning. But the Spartans With the playoff schedule Barnsley-based outfi t – and 20-year-old forward Morris is a 25-year-old a price freeze for the Contact Paul who play in the Northern Tom Atkinson, who netted winger who has been for a quote exploded into life, scoring 7 having been announced, upcoming campaign, with runs in the 6th. Bryan Dunkel Spartans know a top 4 fi nish Counties East League – Dan 15 goals for the club last snapped up from Durham kids aged 12 and under 01325 pitched well and claimed his will secure a place in those Mellanby is again bringing term. City, having impressed in again going free at home 4th win of the season. playoffs as Mike Holton his side as they prepare for Joining Owen and Atkinson both games against Aycliffe games. Adult admission 319846 In game 2, Spartans showed no explained ‘We are aware of another assault on the Ebac are attacking pair Lewis last season, scoring home remains at £6 with what we have to do to ensure Northern League. Wing and Denver Morris. and away. concessions priced at £4. a successful season. The Seats are available for Wing, a 20-year-old The club have also Season tickets are available, ******************************************************************************* top four sides qualify for the day trip, priced at just Newtonian, joins the club made changes to their representing excellent the playoffs and a top two £10 return. The coach will for his second spell having off-fi eld team, with last savings. Adult tickets are fi nish will secure home fi eld leave Moore Lane Park at left the club in 2012 for season’s Advertising and priced at £100 (saving STAR CABS advantage for the semi fi nals 10.30am and return from Tow Law Town. He spent Sponsorship Manager £38) and concessions £60 and that is certainly our goal Barnsley at 7pm. Interested the end of last season with Barry Waters moving on (saving £32). To purchase from this point forward’ parties are asked to book Red Star and to pastures new. General TheThe CaCabb ComCompanypany You Can RelyReely OnOn The winners of the two semi season tickets, contact John fi nals will progress to the their seat with Dan Lewis Darlington 1883. Manager Dan Lewis heads Gaskarth on 07590 925469. National Baseball Finals on 07581 784726. Weekend which will be held The team returned to pre- in September at the National season training last week Baseball Centre at Farnham with several new faces ******************************************************************************* Park, Buckinghamshire/ invited along to showcase Spartans are next in action on their skills as Mellanby Sunday 29th June when they looks to rebuild the side Contemporary Indian Restaurant travel to Merseyside to face following the high-profi le Free Delivery on Orders over £10 - 10% Off Collections CCashash 4 ClothesClothes 5th placed Liverpool Trojans. exit of last season’s top Newton Aycliffe Spartans scorer Jamie Owens, who DINE IN TAKEAWAY 440p0p PPERER KKILOILO would like to thank the has joined Marske United. following Player Sponsors for Mellanby will run the rule Wednesday Monday to the 2014 season. Their support over several trialists in & Sunday Wednesday is appreciated. upcoming training sessions, 0075147514 446150161501 Acorn Lettings NE Ltd, as well as the club’s BANQUET SPECIAL BANQUET SPECIAL Paterson’s Partitions Ltd, friendly games which are ONLY £9.95 ONLY £9.95 Simpasture Fisheries of 0013251325 778786487864 Newton Aycliffe, Wienerberger detailed below. www.bengal-lounge.co.uk • We Call Building Solutions, David Confi rmed signings for the • We Weigh Bean More information on the 2014-15 campaign include 6 St Elizabeth’s Close, Woodham Village, DL5 4UE • We Pay Spartans can be found at www. the retention of Stuart • At a time to suit you newtonaycliffespartans.co.uk Owen for a fi fth season, TEL: 301066 or 313326

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