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Margate man survives cardiac arrest after wife's quick response
Lee Chapman from Margate is back at work after his wife, Manu, acted quickly to call 999 when he suffered a cardiac arrest at home. Paramed…
New private gardens open to the public in Kent
Several private gardens across Kent are opening their gates to visitors this summer as part of the National Garden Scheme. It is a lovely c…
Staff member transforms Ashford pub atmosphere
A local barmaid has successfully turned around the reputation of Players Bar in Ashford through her hard work and kindness. Her warm, welco…
Northumberland venues win national tourism awards
Two Northumberland businesses have been named the best in England at the VisitEngland Tourism Awards. The Kirkstyle Inn and The Tempus took…
Support programme helps care leaver build lasting family bonds
After leaving a children's home in Hertfordshire, 18-year-old Poppie has found a supportive new family through a government-funded scheme. …
Newcastle care home retains 'Outstanding' CQC rating
Tyne Grange care home in Newcastle has maintained its 'Outstanding' rating from the CQC following an inspection in February 2026. The home …
Alnwick Garden marks 25th anniversary with £400m economic contribution
The Alnwick Garden is celebrating 25 years of success, having welcomed over nine million visitors since opening. A new report highlights it…
County Durham man celebrates 100th birthday with charity walk
Former teacher George Stafford marked his 100th birthday by completing a sponsored walk to raise money for St Cuthbert's Hospice. He succes…
Weston Youth Council organises St John's Park clean-up
Members of the Weston Youth Council recently spent the afternoon clearing litter from St John's Park to help keep the local green space tid…
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson supports new legislation to improve air travel for wheelchair users
Paralympic champion Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is backing a new bill designed to hold airlines accountable for the treatment of disabled …
Betty Brown receives OBE for Post Office scandal campaigning
Betty Brown, a 93-year-old campaigner from County Durham, has been awarded an OBE for her work seeking justice for victims of the Post Offi…
B&Q volunteers renovate Age Concern centre in Hampshire
A team of B&Q volunteers has refreshed the communal spaces and gardens at the Age Concern Hampshire centre in Locks Heath. By painting the …