New trader hopes shoppers will marvel at his comics
Boro born and bred Paul Arbuckle says he wants to do his small bit to revive the town centre after opening a new shop. He has even paid tribute to his home town with its name – Steel River Comics – and is confident that fellow fans and collectors of all ages will visit the…
Read MoreTracy takes inclusivity message to heart of government
Award-winning Tracy Fee is taking her message of inclusivity to the very heart of the UK government. The founder of Hiyed Community Interest Company was a member of a small group of North East female founders of businesses who met Chancellor Rachel Reeves in Darlington in January. Later this month Tracy and the rest of…
Read MoreLifelong friends run to fight “horrible disease”
Two lifelong friends will run side-by-side to raise money for a cause close to their hearts. Louise Matthews, 47, and Kay Watson, 48, have known each since they were three and still live in Guisborough where they grew up. They also work together at Jean’s Kitchen in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Indoor Market. Louise started there when…
Read MoreDurham Startups – Kerbside Kitchen
It was great meeting Lesley Waller – another new business – as we continue to produce videos for Durham Startups. And the food at Kerbside Kitchen is as good as it looks. Take my word for it!
Read MorePaws for thought for new shop owner
Dog-loving grandparents Mark and Debbie Jordan have a double cause for celebration. They have just opened their Paws & Treats pet shop in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Indoor Market and last month Debbie was told she was in remission after a cancer scare. “The shop is ideal for me,” said 53-year-old Debbie who has worked in retail…
Read MoreDurham Startups – Wagtail Equine Therapy
I’ve been nervous of horses ever since one didn’t take kindly to the idea of giving me a ride. I was six or seven at the time, but haven’t forgotten. If only I’d encountered horses like Keith, Twirl and Desmond. Beautiful creatures and lovely natures. Another inspiring filming session at one of the most unusual…
Read MoreDurham Startups – Imaginable Me
After the Christmas break, we’re back producing videos about business start-ups in County Durham. We visited The Glo House on a wet and miserable late Thursday afternoon, but what we found there definitely lifted our spirits. Kaz – who featured in the video – said she burst into tears when she first viewed it. She…
Read MoreDurham Startups – Little Barn of Calm
During our careers we’ve probably reported on hundreds of businesses – from global corporations to side hustles – but few have made such a profound impression as Little Barn of Calm.
Read MoreDurham Startups – Hiyed
It’s been a real privilege meeting Tracy Fee and hearing her story, the reasons why she started Hiyed and the remarkable work it’s doing in providing hope and opportunities for people who otherwise faced years of unemployment and life on the periphery.
Read MoreDurham Startups – The Hair Cove
Never mind opening a fantastic hair salon, we got the impression that Abi can achieve anything she sets out to do – and she’s only 22.
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