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RAF Boulmer and Longhoughton residents join forces for village road safety event
Residents of Longhoughton and personnel from RAF Boulmer gathered on the B1339 to promote safe driving through the village. By involving lo…
Alan Shearer surprises Newcastle Panthers with a £2,000 grant and new kit
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has announced a £2,000 grant for the Newcastle Panthers, the region's only LGBTQIA+ friendly football …
Women's Street Watch volunteers support night-time safety in Newcastle
Founded in 2021, Women's Street Watch provides practical assistance and a point of contact for women in Newcastle's city centre during nigh…
Durham Miners' Gala marks 140 years of community history
The Durham Miners' Gala returned to the city this weekend to celebrate its 140th anniversary, drawing thousands for a day of brass bands an…
North Tyneside Council installs twelve emergency throwlines at inland water sites
North Tyneside Council has installed twelve new emergency throwlines at key inland water sites to provide faster rescue capabilities than t…
Gateshead actress Jill Halfpenny receives honorary degree from Northumbria University
Jill Halfpenny has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Northumbria University in recognition of her career in screen and stage, a…
Over 200,000 gather in Durham for the 140th Miners' Gala
More than 200,000 people have arrived in County Durham for the 140th 'Big Meeting' to celebrate working-class history and unity. The event …
Sage expands AI training programme for thousands of North East teenagers
Newcastle-based tech company Sage has expanded its partnership with Teens in AI to provide training for thousands of 13 to 19-year-olds in …
Newcastle council rejects plans to demolish The Balloon pub for a Starbucks drive-thru
Newcastle City Council has blocked a proposal to replace The Balloon pub in Fenham with a drive-thru coffee shop. Councillors cited concern…
North East offshore wind sector receives £4.5m funding boost
A new three-year programme, NEOWIND, has launched to provide £4.5m in support to offshore renewable energy firms across the North East. Fun…
Houghton-le-Spring cyclist Eddie McGourley becomes the fastest octogenarian to ride from Land's End to John O'Groats
Eighty-three-year-old Eddie McGourley completed the journey in 11 days, shaving three days off the previous world record. He undertook the …
Northumberland County Council to lead £1.8 million refurbishment of Alnwick bus station
Northumberland County Council has secured a long-term lease for Alnwick bus station, clearing the way for a £1.8 million upgrade. The proje…