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Young entrepreneurs launch free networking events to support North East high streets
Two young business owners have created a new networking hub to provide free, inclusive support for local firms across Tyneside and County D…
Newcastle's first dedicated country music bar celebrates successful first year
Local entrepreneurs Dean Saunders and Dan Cooke have seen their Nashville-inspired bar, Ruby Rae's, become a thriving success in Newcastle …
New £12m care home to be built on derelict land in Newcastle
A long-neglected plot of land next to Walkergate Metro station is being transformed into a modern 92-bedroom residential care facility. The…
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…
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…
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…