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Washington teenager becomes first in UK to have spinal cord implant for chronic pain
After living with Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome for five years, 18-year-old Ralph Seed has become the first person under 18 in the UK to r…
Sunderland Salvation Army fundraising sends medical supplies to hospitals in Ukraine
Since 2022, the Monkwearmouth Salvation Army has held regular events to fund medical essentials and toiletries for hospitals in Ukraine. Or…
The A19 ranked as one of England's best roads for driver satisfaction
A survey by Transport Focus has named the A19 the top-performing road in the North East and Yorkshire, with 77% of drivers reporting overal…
Seventy volunteers clean up Newcastle's West End park
Led by local young people, a group of 70 volunteers gathered to clear rubbish from a park near Canning Street in Newcastle's West End. The …
Hebburn mother returns to work after NHS aquafit programme boosts her confidence
After 14 years away from the workplace due to chronic health conditions, 40-year-old Amy Mercer has secured a new job following her partici…
Newcastle's Leazes Park retains Green Flag status as one of the UK's best green spaces
Leazes Park has been awarded a Green Flag for 2026, marking a successful return to form for the city centre site after it lost the accolade…
Newcastle Centre for Life chief executive Linda Conlon receives honorary science degree
Linda Conlon has been awarded an honorary doctor of science degree from Northumbria University for her 26-year contribution to science enga…
Whitley Bay games shop launches dedicated sessions for home-educated children
Bay Games in Whitley Bay is now hosting exclusive sessions for home-educated families, providing a space for children to socialise and lear…
Newcastle woman completes 37 challenges in 37 days for her brother's birthday
Danielle Aikin is undertaking 37 daily challenges to mark her brother Paul's 37th birthday, raising funds for The Percy Hedley Foundation w…
Emmaus North East receives funding to provide domestic abuse support for homeless women
Emmaus North East is launching a new support service for women escaping domestic abuse, funded by the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissi…
Newcastle Eagles legend Darius Defoe to be awarded the Freedom of the City
After a 22-season career that saw him contribute to all 28 of the Newcastle Eagles' major title wins, 41-year-old Darius Defoe is to receiv…
North East grassroots music and comedy venues to receive £2.2m funding boost
The North East Mayoral Combined Authority is launching a £2.2 million fund to support independent venues facing rising costs. By providing …