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Gateshead Leisure Centre marks two years since community-led reopening
After the facility was closed by the council in 2023, the local organisation Gateshead Active took over the site to prevent its permanent l…
Coastguard rescues springer spaniel stuck on Porthcurnick Beach cliff
Juno the springer spaniel became stranded on a cliff face after scrambling up from Porthcurnick Beach during a walk. Coastguard teams used …
Jill Scott completes 388-mile charity challenge at Sunderland's Stadium of Light
Former Lioness Jill Scott has finished her 388-mile Coming Home Challenge, travelling from Wembley to the Stadium of Light in Sunderland to…
Forty affordable homes approved for Crowlas in west Cornwall
Coastline Housing has received planning permission to build 40 affordable properties on the edge of Crowlas, despite local concerns regardi…
London Zoo visitors set world record with giant paint-by-numbers artwork
More than 14,000 visitors helped the Zoological Society of London set a new Guinness World Record by contributing to a massive paint-by-num…
Endangered Asian elephant calf born at Whipsnade Zoo
An endangered Asian elephant calf has been born at Whipsnade Zoo following a 22-month gestation period. The newborn is a significant additi…
70 veterans complete 2000-mile Tall Ship voyage around UK, returning to Cornwall
Seventy wounded, injured and sick veterans and serving personnel have returned to Cornwall after completing a 2,000-mile sailing journey ar…
University of Leicester students reveal identity on 250-year-old gravestone
Students at the University of Leicester have used digital imaging technology to uncover the inscription on a weathered gravestone in Loddin…
Whitstable man finds new purpose working as a hospital porter after overcoming addiction
After struggling with severe alcohol and drug dependency, 54-year-old Paul Cozens has rebuilt his life by securing a role as a hospital por…
Hertfordshire circus showcase features performers aged 50 to 96
This weekend, Generation Circus is hosting an over-50s showcase in Ware, featuring artists performing everything from trapeze to juggling. …
Liverpool LGBTQ+ venue OMG to reopen under new ownership
After announcing its permanent closure last week, the Victoria Street nightclub OMG has confirmed it will reopen under new management. The …
Liverpool FC donates £140,000 to local community groups from Anfield concert proceeds
Liverpool FC has distributed £140,000 to 20 local organisations through the Red Neighbours Community Fund, which is financed by hosting con…