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A Union flag flown from HMS Royal Sovereign during the Battle of Trafalgar has been secured for the nation by North East Museums. The flag, which features battle scars from the 1805 conflict, is linked to Newcastle-born…
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To mark the end of the NOVUM festival this August, hundreds of volunteers will lay a 2.5km trail of breeze block dominoes through Newcastle…
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Pop artist JADE and jazz fusion band Knats have been named on the 2026 Mercury Prize shortlist, with the awards ceremony returning to Newca…
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The North East Mayoral Combined Authority is launching a £2.2 million fund to support independent venues facing rising costs. By providing …
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Jill Halfpenny has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Northumbria University in recognition of her career in screen and stage, a…
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Jill Halfpenny is one of 14 people being recognised by Northumbria University for their contributions to the arts, science, and business. T…
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A collection of 96 decorated Peter Rabbit sculptures will appear at landmarks across Newcastle and North Tyneside from 15 July. The trail c…
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Local artist Mul has completed a 90-metre mural on the Newcastle Quayside to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Great North Run. The art…
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Actor and singer Jimmy Nail joined the line-up at the Theatre Royal for the second annual Something in the Water showcase. Founded by Joe M…
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New Writing North has announced the 27 winners of its annual development programme, chosen from over 1,500 entries to support unpublished w…
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A collection of rare drawings by John Lennon, originally used for an early Beatles promotional film, is now on public display at the Liverp…
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The Late Shows, a two-night event, returns this Friday and Saturday with 64 venues across Newcastle and Gateshead opening their doors for f…
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TV chef and drummer Si King joined soul and funk band Groovetrain for an energetic 90-minute set at the Gateshead Beer & Music Festival. Th…
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