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Full-time Learning Programmes 2020.Click here for further information....

VOTE FOR WILLOW BURN AND BUILD FUTURES

Did you know Willow Burn Hospice doesn't just provide support to adults? We also provide a Children and Young People's Bereavement Service. The service supports children and young people up to the age of 18 who are experiencing grief, loss and bereavement through one-to-one counselling in a safe, relaxed and supportive space.Between now and 18 September 2020 we are asking all of our wonderful friends and supporters to vote for our Children and Young People's Bereavement Service to win up to £10...

IT'S TIME TO TREAT YOURSELF WITH IMAGO BEAUTY & HOLISTICS

September Training Offers:50% off Acrylic nails with Kay50% off Imago Defined Brows with Kay50% off Full sets of Russian Eyelashes with Skye and Abby – only £40Treatment offers: £30 Imago Facial with selected therapists£15 Back massage with AbbySpecial Offers: Booster pack of Imago Skincare Zesty Lime exfoliator and Firm and Nourish Mask for only £22.00Universal Contour Wrap only £50 this month....

DURHAM COFFE IS AVAILABLE WHOLESALE

Here at Durham Coffee we are committed to ethically sourced quality coffee. Our green beans are only bought from sustainable supply chains and then hand roasted in small batches to ensure optimal freshness.We are proud to provide you with our unique Durham Coffee: Heritage Range and we would like to give you the opportunity to be a part of this local venture. With options for bespoke roast profiles and names for your business we offer you an opportunity to make your business stand out. We look f...

JOANNE ROWLAND - ROYAL TALENS SKETCHBOOK

Just popped up a review video on YouTube about the Royal Talens Sketchbook.The lovely Danielle at Under the Rowan Trees sent me the book to have a play with . . .Joanne, Joanne Rowland Art...

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A MONEY EXPERT TO BE ABLE TO UNDERSTAND HOW YOU WANT TO INVEST YOUR MONEY!

My job is to help you understand and explore your options available, feel confident in using our technology and services. I specialise in investments & Savings, Pensions, Mortgages, Retirement Income, Pension Transfers, Inheritance Planning. Simply send me a LinkedIn message and we can schedule a chat. All initial chats are free, available via call or Zoom. David Toner, Wealth Partner - True Potential Wealth Management...

CLASSIC BATHROOM STYLE FROM CLADWISE BATHROOMS

Now if you like your classic style baths, it doesn't get much more classic looking than this Bainbridge Double Ended Slipper Bath. A stunning large double ended slipper freestanding bath in a crisp white finish and roll top edges. The perfect addition if you are looking to keep a traditional feel to your bathroom. Available in a size of 1750 x 720, with its deep sides and raised ends perfect for you to lay back and relax in comfort. Get in touch with us today if you would like your bathroom tran...

GOLF CLUBS! HAVE YOU GOT YOUR NEW SCORE CARDS IN PLACE

Are you ready for the changes the World Handicap System will make to the game?  Have you got your new score cards in place?  Do you need posters to educate your members? New rules come into place on 2nd November so for all your printed material give us a call or drop us a message.  We are here to help.Sharron, Robson Print...

IS YOUR AGENT ON RIGHTMOVE?

BeeMyHome lists FOR FREE on The Big 4 property portals - Rightmove, Zoopla, OnTheMarket and PrimeLocation.  With many agents feeling the pinch many have dropped one, two or even all of the portals, meaning your house many not be represented adequately in the marketplace. Check your contract and give us a call on 0191 3897299. List for Free with The Bee! Victoria Valentine, BeeMyHome...

ENJOY SEAMLESS REMOTE WORKING WITH BOWE DIGITAL

Being able to work remotely has been essential for many businesses especially over recent months. As Microsoft partners we are passionate about helping businesses remain operational and as seamless as possible for their clients.  We have welcomed a number of new clients on board this year who have been looking for the combination of great IT support as well as help with staying secure whilst remote working.  Talk to us about what you have in place to support you and your team through c...

VIRTUAL DABS FESTIVAL OF ENTERPRISE TO CELEBRATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACROSS COUNTY DURHAM

On Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd of October, Durham Ambitious Business Start-ups (DABS) will be hosting a virtual Festival of Enterprise, showcasing a fantastic line up of successful business owners and skills trainers who will help to inspire, motivate and educate anyone thinking of starting their own business journey.    Whether you are already in business, thinking of starting your own business, or just looking for some new ideas to help you progress in your career - th...

NEW JOBS AT FARM EXPERIENCE IN KNITSLEY

The new site will be built at Woodlands Park Farm in Knitsley near Consett and will consist of a new barn building and nine holiday lodges for rental creating eight full-time roles plus several work experience roles for young adults with special needs.  You can read more here. Thanks to Christine Thomas for highlighting this story to us....

HOW THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR CAN ADAPT R&D POST-COVID

To help you understand where your manufacturing facility could be investing your R&D, Lumo Tax are sharing a few project ideas sure to help you tackle the post-COVID-19 world head on.Find out more by clicking here....

THE TO-DONE LIST

Anyone else a list addict? Are you like me and use any excuse to get things down on paper (IT won't cut it in this respect). Do you love-hate the minutiae of list-making but succumb to it anyway? Are you currently listing for AW20 - the house, the garden, the kids, the presents (Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries etc etc), work, leisure, food, meals . . .A To-Done list is a quick and easy way to document and appreciate everything you've accomplished in a day/week/month or whatever. Please click...

NORIKO AND THE SCHOOL RUN

It’s great my children are both in school now, but the bad thing is, they aren’t in the same school. This means our school run is complicated . . .Luckily my husband and I both work from home. We decided to share school run between us. My husband takes Ichi to school and I take Naomi to school. It takes 10 minutes to walk to Ichi’s school, but it takes 40 minutes to walk to Naomi’s school. I considered driving but I don’t want to drive busy roads, so I decided to walk. In the morning, ...

GOOD LUCK CONSETT AFC!

Really am delighted for Consett AFC and I will be going to Wembley to help cheer them on in the FA Vase final against Hebburn Town on 27th Sept (as long as I can get tickets).  What an amazing family Frank and Dianne have and the whole club deserve this. I'm a proud sponsor of one of the Consett players Carl Lawson.  The team's off to Wembley to play the FA Vase Final now! Peter, TYRES2U (NE) LTD...

MYTH-BUSTING WITH JAN COOK WILLS & TRUSTS

What are some common misconceptions about legacies?  Watch Jan's video here....

JOIN US FOR COUNTY DURHAM'S BIGGEST & BEST 2-DAY SOCIAL MEDIA FESTIVAL!

Wednesday, 23rd September: Social Media Tools Thursday, 24th September: Social Media Content Creation Using world class Virtual Event software, this incredible online event will feature 2 inspirational keynote speakers and 12 top class experts and trainers across 2 days, offering you help, advice and training on all aspect of social media.  Attending this event will enable you to drive your business forward through: Developing the right social network for your businessIncreasing your presen...

PHIL'S CALENDAR IS AVAILABLE!

My 2021 Calendar includes a mix of Landscape and Nature Photographs to make you smile throughout the year.Secure your Calendar by ordering now at an ‘early bird’ price of £12.00 by clicking on the image.  Orders will be shipped in October.Phil Benton, Phil Benton Photography...

JAMES ASKS "WHAT'S YOUR PURPOSE?"

If you’re just starting out on your journey with video marketing, then identifying the kinds of videos you might want to create isn’t the first step you want to be taking.Instead, our advice is to start with a solid, well-rounded, holistic video marketing strategy with realistic objectives in mind. Because, at the end of the day, if you look to create videos for your business with no understanding of what you want to achieve as an outcome, or how you want your audience to feel at the end of ...

JOB OPPORTUNTY AT MADDISONS, CONSETT

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SO, YOU FEEL LIKE AN IMPOSTER!

Gillian's top tip of the week is called "So you feel like an Imposter!". You can see the video here....

WE'RE JUST ADMIRING THE VIEW FROM OUR NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART HQ!

The Great Annual Savings Group exists for one reason: To save you money and time on your variable business costs.Want this view from your desk?  Sign up to receive our latest vacancy alerts at Great Annual Savings by clicking here . . ....

RUTH SAVES A NATIONAL TREASURE'S BOTTOM FROM GETTING WET!

Episode 3: Ruth at Jacwicks Designs saves the bottom of a national treasure In this podcast Melanie Cant chats with Ruth Jacobs of Jacwicks Designs about her business, coming up with her business name, developing new products and how she saved the bottom of a national institution from getting damp - hero worship alert!  Visit our podcast page here to listen to Ruth....

OUR NEW MONTHLY LINE UP FROM 1st OCTOBER

Since March we've been transforming DBN from a traditional face to face network to a digital business support network while working hard to retain our friendly, fun and accessible style.  We're really proud of how all our members have adapted to the ever-changing situation and we're so pleased we have been able to adapt alongside them. We're super excited to be able to offer an affordable business network that delivers each month:Learn with DBN - a monthly skills masterclass.A networki...