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NETPark at Sedgefield

NETPark is hi-tech hotspot

IT seems that almost overnight, County Durham has become the centre of attention for scientists and entrepreneurs in hi-tech businesses. Read

City filled with splendour

FEW venues in the world can rival the splendour, prestige and heritage of the city of Durham. Read

Businesses at one with nature

THE Greenhouse Business Centre at Annfield Plain in County Durham features a range of sustainable construction techniques including ground-source heating and cooling, a wind turbine and photovoltaic roof panels. Read

Future for leisure starts here

AFTER many months in the planning stages, June 1 saw Derwentside Leisure Services (arts and community services) merge with the district’s existing leisure trust, Derwentside Leisure Limited. Read

Success breeds more success in County Durham

SUCCESS breeds success, so the saying goes, and this is certainly true for one County Durham organisation. Enterprise Place began life in February 2003 as a DfES-sponsored project, delivering entrepreneurship programmes to 14 to 16-year-olds in Derwentside. Read

Derwentside aiming high

DERWENTSIDE District Council has secured funding to develop a high-quality and innovative three-storey business centre at Tanfield Lea Business Park, near Stanley in County Durham. Read

Council aims to help locals

DERWENTSIDE District Council provides a range of services for businesses, delivering what is needed to create a successful and buoyant economy for the district. Read

Welcome for new tenant

NOVUS Business Centre, recently shortlisted for a prestigious RICS Renaissance Award, has welcomed another tenant. Read

Hairdresser’s big investment in training

A DURHAM hairdresser has sights set on growth following heavy investment in staff training. With over 35 years’ experience in hairdressing, Janet Maitland has developed her business from within and now employs 18 staff at her high-fashion Gilesgate and Hetton-le-Hole salons. Read

Magic in city with Sleeping Beauty panto

THE Gala Durham will be playing host to its most magical pantomime yet as it prepares to welcome this year’s production, Sleeping Beauty. Read

The delights of Weardale

LOOKING for an idyllic spot to enjoy a variety of attractions? Then look no further. Glorious Weardale at the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is only a short car journey from the A1(M) and M6. Read