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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 …
Winton Salvation Army honours 100 volunteers
The Salvation Army in Winton hosted a special dinner to celebrate the 100 volunteers who keep their vital community services running. These…
Plans for supported living flats in Forest Hall to be decided
A new development of eight self-contained flats for adults with learning disabilities is set for a planning decision in Forest Hall. The pr…
Roman gold ring and coin hoard discovered in Somerset
A metal detectorist has discovered an exquisite Roman gold ring and a hoard of nearly 300 coins near Ilminster. The items have been acquire…