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County Durham restaurant reopens following £400,000 refurbishment
The Curious Grouse at Heather View Holiday Park in Stanhope has undergone a major transformation, featuring a brand new riverside beer gard…
Gateshead's oldest pub to be restored and transformed for its 200th anniversary
The historic Cannon pub in Low Fell is receiving a major investment to celebrate its bicentenary. The landmark building will undergo a full…
Rising rugby star Aisha Jah credits Mansfield roots for England success
Bristol Bears prop Aisha Jah has shared her inspiring journey from starting touch rugby as a child in Mansfield to representing England at …
Kent's best food and drink businesses celebrated at annual awards
The Kent & Medway Food & Drink Awards have crowned their 2024 winners, celebrating the very best pubs, restaurants, and local producers acr…
Ashford entertainment hub to expand with new events venue and bar
The popular Coachworks complex in Ashford has been granted permission to expand into a vacant building, creating a new 140-capacity venue c…
County Durham investment fund hits £40 million milestone and supports 1,500 jobs
A local investment scheme in County Durham has successfully attracted £40 million in funding to help homegrown businesses thrive. The Finan…
Immersive Van Gogh art exhibition to open in Newcastle
The world-renowned Beyond Van Gogh experience is coming to the North East this summer, transforming Newcastle's Utilita Arena into a stunni…
Tynemouth seafood shack named 'best in the North East' by popular food expert
A popular food enthusiast who travelled over 100 miles to visit Riley’s Fish Shack in Tynemouth has declared it his favourite restaurant in…
County Durham churchyard becomes a thriving haven for local wildlife
St Brandon’s in Brancepeth has been beautifully restored following a fire, creating a peaceful sanctuary for both people and nature. The ch…
Popular Liverpool coffee shop to open new community wellness hub
The owners of the successful Sips & Stories cafe are launching a second venue on Woolton Road called The Hundred Bar. This new space is des…
Haltwhistle’s heated outdoor pools reopen for the summer season
The popular outdoor swimming pools in Haltwhistle have officially reopened, offering families a wonderful spot for a summer dip in the hear…
Liverpool teenagers use 'Scouse charm' to secure free stay on Race Across the World
Two 19-year-olds from Toxteth have delighted viewers by using their friendly Liverpool personalities to land free accommodation while filmi…