Yvonne's Celebration of Stanley
Yvonne is extremely proud of the Stanley area and has fond memories of living and working in the town. She feels that with a relatively small amount of investment the town can return to its former glory, and in particular focus on a more purposeful use of the derelict buildings on the Front Street.
Self-Belief and Emotional Wellbeing / March 25th, 2020
Youth Social Action / March 25th, 2020
Aspirations and Future Planning / March 25th, 2020
Is EdTech the Way Forward?
With the prospect of social isolation, the traditional methods of teaching are no longer applicable. A new way of long distance learning needs to be swiftly incorporated to ensure all students get the very best support at this crucial time. The most obvious solution is educational technology – EdTech.
Consett Heritage Project / June 27th, 2024
Stephen Robinson - Consett Heritage Podcast
Stephen Robinson, who works and lives in Consett and is an independent councillor at Durham County Council, sits down to talk about his current links to Consett, the impact the steelworks had on him, and advice he has for young people.
Self-Belief and Emotional Wellbeing / June 30th, 2026
Wellbeing and the Arts / June 30th, 2026
Stargate Pit Disaster, Crookhill Primary School / June 30th, 2026
'My Empty Heart'
This project was created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the 1826 Stargate Pit Disaster near Ryton, Gateshead. In this poem, 15-year-old James Robson, this poem reflects on the hopes, dreams, and lost childhoods of the young boys who worked and died in the Stargate Pit Disaster.