Category: Business

The discussion around a new John Lewis store in Darlington was brought up by independent traders following an emergency summit held by ex-MP Peter Gibson on Wednesday night. At the meeting, traders backed calls to bring back free parking to the town centre to try and attract more people, but one business owner had an…

Heck! is hosting an open day on February 28 at its Kirklington headquarters on Lime Lane, offering candidates the chance to meet the team, tour the facility, and learn more about roles. Positions available include: Machine operators Mixing room team members Packing operatives Maintenance staff The company says it is keen to find ‘enthusiastic people’…

Heck! is hosting an open day on February 28 at its Kirklington headquarters on Lime Lane, offering candidates the chance to meet the team, tour the facility, and learn more about roles. Positions available include: Machine operators Mixing room team members Packing operatives Maintenance staff The company says it is keen to find ‘enthusiastic people’…

It was revealed earlier this month that fashion retailer Quiz was going into administration. The company put 109 job roles at risk at its Glasgow head office and Lanarkshire warehouse, as well as closing its online store. Now, its administrators have said that clearance discounts will now take place. UK fashion retailer Quiz has clearance…

Bluebird Care Northallerton, Thirsk and Catterick is backing a national campaign after research revealed that 65 per cent of UK adults have not prepared for care in later life, with 48 per cent unsure where to begin. The campaign is fronted by broadcaster Si King, who has shared his personal experience of care while supporting…

Ms McEvoy was speaking after the former MP Peter Gibson held an emergency trader meeting on Wednesday evening, where businesses pointed to the lack of free parking in the town as a significant factor to the declining footfall. The MP said she applauds the “hard-work and courage of the Darlington small business community” and would…

Dreams launched its newest store at Pallion Retail Park in Sunderland in December 2025. It covers nearly 9,000 sq ft and created five jobs in the process. An adjoining distribution centre opened on February 4, supporting regional deliveries and allowing for ‘increased stock availability’. Jonathan Hirst, CEO of Dreams, said: “We’re really pleased to be growing…

Exwold Technology has launched a new collaboration with Teesside University to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology can improve its production processes and is applying for support under the government’s Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) scheme. Kevin Martin, managing director of Exwold Technology, said: “We are proud to once again engage with Teesside University…

Exwold Technology has launched a new collaboration with Teesside University to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology can improve its production processes and is applying for support under the government’s Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) scheme. Kevin Martin, managing director of Exwold Technology, said: “We are proud to once again engage with Teesside University…

Returning to its roots, the company will now operate under the well-established Hoults name after several years of trading as HyHubs. Hoults operates Hoults Yard in Byker, Hypoint in Gateshead, and Haylofts in central Newcastle. Louise White, marketing manager at Hoults, said: “We were commissioning a new website and as part of that process looked…