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Simon talks to Gary Burgham on Saturday Breakfast about the work of SoSAD, and how people can help them care for the animals. We hear about a special dog called Alfie, and learn of an event known as Dogtober. http://www.deernesskennels.co.uk/rehoming.htm

Pollyanna joined us this morning to talk about Men's Voices - an arts project that explores the concept of masculinity and what it means to be a man. The Men’s Voices exhibition is open to the public 12-4pm every day of Durham Book Festival (7-15th October) in Empty Shop’s TESTT Space, 2nd floor, 25 North Road, Durham, DH1 4SG. The exhibition is free to attend. http://www.changingrelations.co.uk/

Stephen talks to Gary Burgham about the work of The Wear Rivers Trust and in particular, The River Gaunless Project. http://www.wear-rivers-trust.org.uk/

Trish talks to Gary Burgham about the work of the Trust and in particular, The River Gaunless Project. http://www.wear-rivers-trust.org.uk/

Ceri talks to Gary Burgham about the work of the Trust and in particular, The River Gaunless Project. http://www.wear-rivers-trust.org.uk/

Over the weekend of 23rd and 24th September, the doors of St Anne's Church in Bishop Auckland will be open to visitors as part of the "Bishop Celebrating Together" weekend. Photo competitions, cup-cake contests and cake decorating form part of a very busy weekend for Reverend Eileen Harrop. Here, Eileen explains what the weekend will entail and how it all came together.

Jo, Branch Manager at Scrivens joined us on Mornings & More to talk about their fund raising activities for Alzheimer's disease. Jo is pictured here holding the new calendar containg photos sent in by Scrivens customers and Bishop FM listeners. #alzheimerssoc

The annual Bishop Auckland Town Council Horticultural and Produce Show will take place in The Town Hall on Saturday 23rd September 2017 from 12pm till 3pm. Bishop FM's Peter Rush spoke with two of the stewards, Liz and Chris from Pollards Allotments. There will be a presentation by the Mayor, Councillor Adam Zair at 2:30pm, followed by an exhibitor’s auction in aid of the Great North Air Ambulance.

As Kynren reaches the end of its 2nd season Eleven Arches has announced it hopes to have a detailed proposal for the second phase of Kynren by the end of 2018. CEO of Eleven Arches, Anne-Isabelle Daulon, talks to Saturday Breakfast presenter Gary Burgham.

John Atkinson talks with Johnny Woods, Creative Director at Thrive. Johnny has been developing the new website for Aycliffe Business Park.

John Atkinson in conversation with Councillor Carl Marshall - The Portfolio Holder for Economic Regeneration in County Durham.

Darlington born and bred, David Hogg, 67, has spent all his working life at the 72-year old firm, serving 20 years as a legal executive before qualifying as a solicitor in 1995, and promoted to partner in 2002. David still has his original contract that shows his first day at work as being 14th August 1967 and his starting pay of £5 a week.  "Not quite retired", David talks to Gary Burgham about his experiences at work over the years.

Darran Shaw and Andy McDonald shared a vision. They both wanted to create a driving school that was "different". So, inspired and encouraged by a mutual friend, they eventually formed The Driving Academy. They told their story to Gary Burgham Mornings & More...

Colin joined Gary Burgham to talk about the forthcoming event, "Bishop Celebrating Together". The festival takes place over the weekend of 22nd/23rd September in Bishop Auckland.

Gary Fletcher talks about his early musical influences, the music of the Blues Band and their tour dates for this autumn. See them at The Sage (Gateshead) on 28th Oct or The Arc (Stockton) on 4th Nov, http://www.thebluesband.net/

John Atkinson with news of two forthcoming important business events: Oktoberfest and The North East Business Expo. Plus some good news on job creation here in the North East.

Tigs and her mum talk to Gary Burgham about the fund raising work they do and the support they offer to Binchester (and other) Community Centres. Tigs has recently been voted Miss Durham 2017 and is going on to enter the Miss Great Britain Contest this September. As well as all that, Tigs is off to Durham University at the end of the month. http://www.missgreatbritain.co.uk/ To vote for Tigs, text MISSGB 48 to 64343 - Charges may apply. Check with the bill payer beforehand. We wish her well for the contest and the next four years at Durham.

Linda talks to Gary Burgham about her book, Blind Courage. It tells the heart-warming and fascinating story of her father's life. We are taken on a journey from pre-war Hartlepool to 1970s Bishop Auckland as we learn about the marvellous community work carried out by David Ronald Johnston and how, despite being blind, he establishes Oxfam in the North East. A remarkable story of a remarkable man. Blind Courage by The Reverend Linda Dodds is available now from reputable online and high street book sellers.

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news. In this edition: Costcutter, Aycliffe Business Park and European Business Standards.

Author, Richard Valanga talks about his new book, Complex Hell. A story set in Devil's Wood, Washington, Tyne & Wear. http://ow.ly/BbtH30eNY90

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news: In this edition - News of The Northern Powerhouse Export Awards and a free practical workshop coming up in County Durham...

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news. In this edition: Information on GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation); Nesta are offering a financial prize for an invention ; UK retailers seem to be lacking 'online confidence' and we learn what has the biggest impact on local communities...

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news. Today's edition includes news of this year's entrepreneur festival, bqfestival.co.uk and a new business funding comparison website, companyfundingoptions.co.uk

Chris Robinson joined us on Mornings & More today to tell us about his new venture, No.17. No.17 is a new Wine Bar & Bistro opening for the first time on Friday 4th August. Chris explains some of the work that has gone into the renovation of the building and what No.17 will be offering Bishop Auckland residents and visitors alike. We wish him well. To book a table call 01388 602462 https://www.facebook.com/No.17Bistro/ Gary Burgham Bishop FM

Elliot joined us on Saturday Breakfast to talk about the band, Metis. Elliot explained how the band was formed and brought us up to date with the progress of the band and we played their latest single, Turn It Down. Elliot also told us of forthcoming local gigs and the release of a new EP in September. Plans are well under way to produce their first album too. Find the latest single from Metis here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7z5GKRDdtI

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news. https://generator.org.uk/bootcamp/

Peter joined us on Mornings & More to update us on news from the local comedy scene. Peter talks about the forthcoming Edinburgh Festival, and the autumn season for The Witham in Barnard Castle. You will find further details at www.funnywayto be.com

John joined us on Mornings & More today and brought us up to date with developments and activities at AYCC. Volunteers are always welcome to help AYCC extend its provision of community services - which is available to all age groups. To get in touch, call 01388 604 575 or visit their website ... www.ayccltd.co.uk You will also find AYCC on Twitter @AYCCDurham or on Facebook and YouTube.

Alastair and Alex joined us on Mornings & More with news of the exciting opening of their new bar: Caps Off opens at 11am Wednesday 26th July on Bishop Auckland Railway Station. Their bar will eventually stock up to 600 different craft and artisan beers, ciders, spirits and soft drinks, all of which are sourced from our local region. The tasting room, as you will discover, once performed an entirely different function. Follow this link to Caps Off: https://www.facebook.com/capsoffshop/ We at Bishop FM wish them well with this new venture. Cheers! Gary Burgham

Smiles 4 Claire is a fundraising group established in memory of Claire Shaw. Claire was a brilliant research nurse and secretary at St Marys Junior Football Club, a great wife, Mam and friend to many and she sadly lost her battle with cancer on 2nd March 2016. The Smiles 4 Claire team are holding a family day on Saturday 29th July at Bishop Cricket Club in her memory. Gillian Campbell caught up with Andrew Shaw and the rest of the Smiles 4 Claire team to find out more....

Marilyn Weersinghe  joined us on Wednesday, on the eve of judging day for the In Bloom competition. Marilyn is part of the funding group for the local project.  Marilyn was talking about the forthcoming fundraising event at Bishop Auckland Golf Club on Tuesday 25th July. Tickets are £5 and Marilyn is hoping for a sell-out event. Gary Burgham

Year 5 pupil, Emily Oliver , winner of The Etherley Lane Primary School In Bloom photography competition, joined us this morning! Emily explains what she had to do for the competition and tells us a little about what it's like to be a pupil in the school. Emily brought her prize with her - in a special assembly Emily was awarded her winning photograph in a lovely shiny black frame. Well done Emily. Gary Burgham

Alex and George, Year 2 pupils from Cockton Hill Infant School in Bishop Auckland, joined us today with their teacher, Mrs Harnaman. The school has just been awarded Green Flag status as recognition for all the work the children are doing to promote sustainability. They have been addressing many of the global issues facing us today, including renewable energy, recycling, reducing waste and the problem of litter. They have demonstrated that it is possible for us all to play our part as guardians of the planet.

John brings you up to date with local and national business news.

David Mason, Principal Archaeologist, Durham County Council, speaking on Saturday Breakfast about the event taking place all this weekend at Binchester Roman Fort.

Helen Goodman MP talks to Chris Percival about the good news involving DWP workers at Bishop Auckland and raises a few other local issues including The Richardson Hospital in Barnard Castle.

Chris Percival went along to No. 42 Market Place in Bishop Auckland to meet Gillian Gamble, who spoke about a children's book. "Brilliant Beasts of Bishop Auckland" has been created by 62 children from Etherley Lane Primary School with help from 3 artists from Cartographie Press. https://www.facebook.com/cartographiepress/?hc_ref=ARQStjIKoof7G9hGFlirQqDdweGFdcLxW6XVwoETaB0Un1rredW_zy97HmOu9-ar554 Here, Gillian explains to Chris the processes the children went through in order to create the book.

Michael joined us on Mornings & More today to give us an insight into the fascinating world of reality television. Michael, from Wolsingham, is on our TV screens every Wednesday evening on the national channel ITV Be. Michael's salon is featured on the programme, Spa Wars.

Gemma and Elliott joined us on Mornings & More today to bring us up to date with all the initiatives and services Health Express offers our community. Health Express are always keen to hear from you if you would like to volunteer with them and receive all the valuable free training you need. You can contact Elliott directly on: 07736 295598 or by following the link: http://health-express.co.uk/ Bishop FM would like to express our thanks to Gemma and wish her all the best in her new role within the Council. Gary Burgham.

John Atkinson brings you up to date with the latest local and national business news. Links for this bulletin: www.businesscentraldarlington.co.uk @eventbrite @_SDEA

John Atkinson brings you up to date with local and national business news. Links in this bulletin: businessrates@durham.gov.uk www.nbsl.org.uk https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/groceries-code-adjudicator

Bishop FM's Chris Percival went along to Bishop Auckland Methodist Church earlier this week to meet Lucy, Craig and Sandra. The church raised sufficient funds to install a community defibrillator and Chris found out where the idea came from and how the fund raising was done. The community training course for the safe use of the defibrillator will be held on Monday 14th August 18:00 - 20:00. If you would like to attend, please call 01388 603142 or email: minister@bishopmethodist.org.uk

Local author Caz Harvey explains how the idea for her new book came about. The book, "When Kevin Found His Purr" is a heart-warming tale of a human and a cat forming a bond, making bad things better by making good things happen! This delightful illustrated story tells the tale of a lonely cat, and of a woman, who both needed love. A true story of how hope can come into your life when you most need it! This story will put a smile in any child, or cat lover's, heart.   Caz spoke to Gary Burgham on Mornings & More.

Bernard has made a return visit to our area to promote his new book, "Miss Perfect". Here, Bernard fondly reminisces on his time as a Lecturer at Durham University and later as a social worker based in Shildon and Spennymoor. Bernard has drawn on these memories to produce a story which, according to Mike Amos, is "wry, amusing, perceptive, insightful and greatly entertaining." Interviewing Bernard was a delight: I hope you enjoy listening again or hearing it for the first time. Gary Burgham.