Shildon

The Railwaymen welcomed the Northern Premier League Premier Division side to Dean Street, where they secured a 2-2 draw in the FA Cup first round qualifying this Saturday.

Shildon 1st XI fell to another defeat away at Norton CC 2nd XI, after the hosts comfortably chased down a target of 103 for the loss of only two wickets.

Shildon Town Council is applying for a Veolia Environmental Trust grant to support its aim of becoming net zero. The project would involve installing roof-mounted solar panels and battery storage on suitable areas of the Council Offices and Civic Hall.

The Mayor of Shildon had the pleasure of meeting John Tomlin to celebrate his 100th birthday.

Shildon came back from behind twice to eventually see off local rivals Newton Aycliffe by 4-2 at Dean Street on Saturday, before bringing their tally of goals to ten in two games with a midweek 6-2 mauling of Birtley Town.

Shildon AFC legend, Billy Greuich-Smith scored his landmark 250th goal for the club in their 0-3 win at Newcastle Benfield on Tuesday night, further solidifying his status as the greatest player in the club’s modern history.

Amelia Rowley, five, of Shildon has been recognised with one of the Junior Superstar Awards through County Durham Youth Council.

Shildon Police have issued a statement to help clarify any public misunderstandings following some confusion they have had from members of the public about the different roles of the Neighbourhood Police Team (NPT) and Response Team.

The Busy Bees are holding a Summer Sale on Friday 4 September at the Foundations building on Church Street (opposite Tattoo shop), Shildon from 9am until 1pm.

Shildon suffered a six wicket defeat against Stokesley 2nd XI after a difficult afternoon with the bat saw the hosts dismissed for 110.