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Written by Mark Burton
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Sunday, 04 October 2009 |
 All residents and businesses in Harrowgate Hill should have received their copy of the Little Red Rosette, but if for some strange reason you have not please let me know. Remember; you can always download previous editions from this website on the archive page and you’ll also find copies in the Premier and Coop shop’s and in the Harrowgate Workmen’s Club.
Once I’ve gathered the most up-to-date information, taken the photographs and written each article, its over to my good friend Mike Storey and his team at Informnorth who then lovingly typeset each page - before sending if off to the printers. Harrowgate Hill is the only ward in Darlington (and quite possibly the whole of the UK) which receives any full colour newsletter… the Little Red Rosette is truly unique! There are around 2,600 households in Harrowgate Hill and with the help of many friends and family it’s normally distributed within two to three days.
If you live or are involved with any organisation, club or group in Harrowgate Hill and would like to promote yourself please do get in touch. I’m more than happy for you to take up most of the back page of the Little Red Rosette and I’ll even come along to take a photo for you and help with wording. I’m also looking for people within the organisations (and any that are not on the list) detailed on the Harrowgate Hill website under ‘Local Activities’ to manage their own content… I’ll show you how!
The electoral ward of Harrowgate Hill is uppermost North of Darlington and falls between both the East and West railway lines, is as far South as Thompson Street and as far North as the pylons which stretch across Beaumont Hill.
Harrowgate Hill is one of the biggest wards within Darlington with over 2,600 properties and more than 4,800 resident electors (not including children, young people and other unregistered voters). |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 05 October 2009 )
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Imminent changes to hospital services |
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Written by Mark Burton
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Monday, 28 September 2009 |
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 As part of the imminent changes to hospital services, NHS County Durham have arranged two new transport services - Hospital Shuttle amd The Dales Hospital Link (Weardale and Teesdale).
For Darlington residents, the Hospital Shuttle will provide a free service for patients and residents to both Bishop Auckland Hospital and University Hospital North Duham. It will be operated by North East Ambulance Service (in an NEAS vehicle), Monday to Friday. It will operate between 08:00 and 18:00.
Copies of the timetable will be made available in Town Hall reception, Darlington Information and Central House reception by the end of today. Once I receive an electronic version of the timetable, I will forward it to everyone on this email.
The Hospital Link service is only available to residents living in Teesdale and Weardale, but may be of interest to Darlington residents who have family or friends resident in those areas that need to access the Memorial Hospital. This service must be booked in advance and will cost £2.50 per single journey (£1 for children under 14). Concessionary passes are valid. The services operate Monday to Friday from 07:30 to to 20:30 with a single journey on Saturday and Sunday for visitors.
Copies of the timetable will be made available in Town Hall reception, Darlington Information and Central House reception by the end of today. Once I receive an electronic version of the timetable, I will forward it to everyone on this email.
The three hospital sites have made the following arrangements on site so that people will be able to find the vehicles and access the service:-
Darlington Memorial Hospital – utilising existing bus stand opposite entrance B for each of the three services, signage to go onto the bus stand:
Hospital Shuttle Service
Weardale Hospital Link
Teesdale Hospital Link
A copy of each timetable will be displayed at the bus stop.
Bishop Auckland General Hospital – with agreement from our PFI Partners, the intention is to utilise the shelter which is situated outside of the Main Outpatients Entrance at the front of the hospital. Signage for the shelter:
Hospital Shuttle Service
Weardale Hospital Link
A copy of each timetable will be displayed at the shelter.
University Hospital North Durham - with agreement from our PFI Partners, the intention is to utilise the 20 minute drop off area within the turning circle. There is currently no bus stand/shelter; however as an interim measure our intention is to sign a particular space as:
Hospital Shuttle Service
Pick up and Drop off
A copy of the timetable will be displayed.
Copies of the timetable leaflets and posters promoting the services will be made available at health service sites such as GP surgeries and the hospital sites themselves.
If you are aware of any one who may find this information useful, please pass it on.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 September 2009 )
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Planning application for homes is given the go-ahead |
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Written by Mark Burton
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Thursday, 24 September 2009 |
 Planning permission for 13 new homes on the former shell garage site was approved by Darlington Borough Council planning committee yesterday, 23rd September 2009.
The derelict eyesore in Harrowgate Hill has already been demolished and as I type workmen are steadily removing the underground fuel tanks.
The former petrol station site on North Road, which was last used as a Shell garage and convenience store, closed its doors in 2005.
Local building company A Gregory Contractors have had permission granted to build thirteen terraced properties.
Local residents have long wanted the site improved and judging by the number of positive comments Mr. Gregory - who lives in Harrowgate Hill - has received, from his initial consultation, the vast majority of residents have given this development the thumbs up.
The plans envisage 13 two-bedroom, two storey properties, built in keeping with surrounding houses. The properties will all face North Road and will include a small forecourt to the front, ground floor bay window and garden area to the rear.
I would like to wish Tony the very best of luck with this development and look forward to this area of our neighbourhood finally being developed. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 24 September 2009 )
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Written by Mark Burton
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Tuesday, 22 September 2009 |
 Passionate, true commitment, knowledgeable, genuine and caring – just some of the characteristics I would expect any good MP to own. Someone who genuinely cares for the people of Darlington and is committed to ensure Darlington’s voice is heard at Westminster.
This is why I’m supporting Jenny Chapman. Jenny knows, understands and shares in local issues, because she listens to what people have to say. She’s a mother, a local councillor and Cabinet Member for Children and Young People on Darlington Borough Council.
Jenny went to Darlington primary and secondary schools, then Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College before going to Brunel University. And has worked closely with Alan Milburn for over 6 years as a Senior Parliamentary Researcher, which I believe helps her to understand, more than most people, the true workings of Government.
Jenny has spent many years working to support people and communities in Darlington. She has been a governor at four Darlington schools and colleges, and has been a volunteer, trustee or committee member at several charities and community groups and was a founder member and Chair of Newblood Live, a young people's music charity and she is now Chair of the Darlington Children's Trust.
Since being elected as councillor for Harrowgate Hill and attending many of the varied council meetings, I’ve watched and listened to all of our town’s councillors, there are some great people - good at what they do… but of all Jenny is the most genuine and caring. This is why I’ll be supporting her all the way! |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 22 September 2009 )
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Written by Mark Burton
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Monday, 21 September 2009 |
 Ashleigh House on North Road has closed and all of its former residents have moved to other accommodation.
I do hope all of the residents have settled into their new accommodation and their families are happy with the care they have received whilst moving.
Minister Care group, a leading provider of specialist care for adults who provide quality long term care, accommodation and support for adults with a wide range of personal needs, are the new owners. And I understand the building is to undergo some cosmetic improvements before its re-opening in March 2010.
You can read more about Minister Care group by visiting their website here or if you have a specific question you can email them at;
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or telephone them on; 020 8422 7365 |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 21 September 2009 )
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