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October 31, 2017

Arts & Culture

Movember man talk could save your life

Make time for man talk! That’s the advice being given to men as part of the national Movember campaign – the month that spotlights men’s health issues A Movember survey showed that while 70% of men say their friends could…

May 14, 2019

Business & Economy

North Star Counselling is the first business to be born from Sunderland start-up initiative

A counselling service to improve the mental health of children in Sunderland is the first business to be born from a programme designed to encourage start-ups in the west area of the city. The Prospecting for Enterprise initiative was launched…

January 18, 2021

Business & Economy

A star is born in Sunderland

He may not be a household name just yet, but Chris Farfouris is on the verge of breaking into the film and TV industry after landing two major roles. Not only has Chris successfully auditioned for a key character role…

June 15, 2020

Business & Economy

North East footwear retailer set to re-open stores after securing CBILS loan

Branded footwear retailer, Charles Clinkard, it set to reopen all of its stores from this week, after securing support from Lloyds Bank. The Middlesbrough-headquartered retailer has more than 30 stores and concessions across the UK. It has secured a £2 million…

July 16, 2019

Business & Economy

Supplier engagement event helps companies in the Lake District unlock the door to public sector contracts

South Lakeland District Council partnered with Bloom Procurement Services, to deliver an exclusive supplier engagement event at Kendal Town Hall. The aim was to assist suppliers to increase their chances of winning contracts from the local authority and wider public…

June 15, 2020

Business & Economy

NCFE and Learning Curve Group launch new climate change qualification

Education providers NCFE and Learning Curve Group have launched a new technical qualification in Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness. The Level 2 certificate has been designed support employers maintain sustainable practices as staff return to work from lockdown. It follows…

July 17, 2019

Business & Economy

Pop up initiative to showcase county’s food and drink produce

A three-month long pop-up programme to give food and drink producers from across County Durham the chance to showcase their products and explore potential routes to market launches this week. The event is a collaboration between All Durham, the brainchild…

October 2, 2019

Business & Economy

Durham County Council head-lease for Newton Aycliffe scheme

Durham County Council has agreed to a 30 year head-lease on Merchant Anglo’s Station Place phase of the Merchant Park industrial scheme, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. The agreement will enable the developer to secure a £5 million investment. The proposals for…