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Planning permission granted for West Hartford Park employment site in Northumberland
A new 126-acre employment development in Cramlington has received unanimous approval, paving the way for over one million square feet of in…
Army veteran to run Great North Run for The Fire Fighters Charity
Jonothan Hitchen, a 57-year-old army veteran and fire service advisor from Spennymoor, is training for his first Great North Run. He is rai…
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service creates BSL water safety videos with local students
Students from the Northern Counties School have teamed up with the local fire service to produce vital water safety videos in British Sign …
Northumberland's Nordic Barn Transformed from Hay Shed to Family Home
A former hay shed near Morpeth in Northumberland has been transformed into a stunning four-bedroom family home. Matty Pearson and his famil…
Langley Tracks celebrates first anniversary as reimagined Victorian railway station hub
Langley Tracks, a restored Victorian railway station in Northumberland, is marking its first birthday as a creative and community hub. Loca…
Tynemouth Watch House Museum Wins TripAdvisor Award
The Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade Watch House Museum has been named a TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner for 2026. The museum, …
Northumberland cottage near coast gains popularity among visitors
Mid Cote, a Grade II listed cottage in Northumberland, has become a popular staycation spot for its peaceful setting and proximity to the c…
New Shields Ferry skipper passes boat licence exam and encourages women to pursue similar careers
Louise McDowell from Hebburn has passed her boat licence exam to become a qualified Shields Ferry skipper. She hopes her achievement will i…
£750k project boosts wildlife in Druridge Bay area
A £750,000 project by Northumberland Wildlife Trust has enhanced habitats and biodiversity across Druridge Bay, with improvements made at t…
Northumberland nurse finalist in UK Hair and Beauty Awards
A Northumberland nurse, Natalie Stempniak, has been named a finalist in the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026 for Education Excellence. She ow…
Freight Island to open in Newcastle with food, football, and entertainment
Freight Island is set to open in Newcastle on June 11, bringing a rooftop space with food, drink, and entertainment options. The venue will…
Shields Ferry resumes service on River Tyne
The Shields Ferry has resumed its service on the River Tyne after a three-month absence. The ferry, which travels between North and South S…