Alecia's Celebration of Stanley
I’ve discovered that there used to be a lot more things to do in Stanley in the past—like cinemas and other activities where people could actually spend time together and communicate face to face. I think in some ways, that was better than how things are now with social media and phones. These days, we hardly go out because everyone’s always on their phones. Social media is how most people stay in touch, but I think it also stops us from really connecting in person.
Sometimes people forget that life doesn’t revolve around social media—you can go outside, meet people, and experience things in real life.
Personally, I’d rather go out and do something than sit on my phone. I think there should be more spaces where people, especially young people, can go to socialise and enjoy themselves.
“It would be great to have more things to do—like fun places or even something big like a theme park. It would give us more reasons to get outside, meet new people, and enjoy life beyond screens.”
- Alecia Readman
Kye's Kick Off / May 30th, 2025
Teenage Cancer Trust
Kye and his family were supported by Teenage Cancer Trust at the Great North Children's Hospital during his treatment, therefore Kye's parents chose this charity for all the funds to be donated to, to enable Teenage Cancer Trust to continue supporting families like Kye's.
Wellbeing and the Arts / June 7th, 2023
Consett Heritage Project / June 7th, 2023
Voices of Consett- Shauna
Shauna's contribution is the first in our series called 'Voices of Consett'. Our aim is to have over 100 editions from a whole variety of people who live in Consett. This is all part of our Consett Heritage Project. There will be recordings of the voices, and they will also be visually represented and form part of our final exhibition.
Youth Social Action / August 14th, 2023
A Greener Future for Stanley
Gardening is one of the best activities to support health and wellbeing, and the love and dedication our Year 9 Eco Ambassadors have shown for their North Durham Academy Community Wellbeing Garden is a classic example of this.