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Newcastle Food Festival brings crowds together despite the rain
Food lovers in Tyneside didn't let the wet weather dampen their spirits as they gathered in Exhibition Park for a weekend of culinary delig…
Thousands gather for Rochester Sweeps Festival folk celebrations
The historic streets of Rochester have come alive with Morris dancing, live music, and parades for the 44th annual Sweeps Festival. This vi…
Bristol Old Vic celebrates 260 years with citywide birthday festivities
The oldest continuously working theatre in the English-speaking world is marking its 260th anniversary with a series of special events acro…
Liverpool actor lands breakout role in new BBC thriller
Anton Bibby from Wavertree has achieved his lifelong dream after being cast in the new BBC drama The Cage. The 23-year-old, who first fell …
Southport man builds thriving community through metal detecting
After being inspired by a TV show, Alan Mitchell started a local metal detecting group that has grown to include thousands of members. The …
Creative costumes on display as thousands attend Liverpool Comic Con
Fans from across the country gathered at Liverpool's Exhibition Centre this weekend to celebrate their favourite films and games in spectac…
Three-legged cat finds forever home after months in rescue centre
A twelve-year-old cat named Coco has finally found a loving home with a retired couple in County Durham after being the longest-stay reside…
North East actress takes lead role for home turf musical performances
Local actress Emma Lucia is set for an emotional homecoming as she takes on the lead role of Jenna in the hit musical Waitress at the Sunde…
Newcastle and Gateshead celebrate the historic bridges of the River Tyne
The iconic bridges connecting Newcastle and Gateshead are preparing for a series of major anniversaries, celebrating over 175 years of worl…
Popular Greek bakery expands with second shop in Newcastle city centre
Family-run Greek café Kalimera is celebrating a successful first year by opening a second premises on Nelson Street. The bakery has become …
New affordable homes for over-55s underway in Gravesend
Work has begun to transform a former storage depot in Gravesend into a vibrant new community featuring 61 affordable flats for over-55s and…
Lost Christo masterpiece to be built for the first time in London gallery
A monumental 'cloud' installation designed by the world-renowned artist Christo in 1968 is finally being brought to life at a London galler…