The National Health Service is experiencing a funding crisis due to a staff deficiency in the North East of England. A report by House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts shows that there are 100,ooo vacancies across the UK, of which 23,000 are available in North East England. According to the report, the shortages “present […]
Year: 2019
Salvation Army appeal for donations in their latest campaign to help the women of Paraguay
Salvation Army officer, Fiona Sayer has appealed for the public to donate towards their campaign to help women in South America. Their 2018 Self Denial Appeal is focused on helping women in Paraguay who suffer from inequality, aiding them to become a part of their society again.
Over 200 artists attended Big North Tattoo Show 2019 in Newcastle
Big North Tattoo Show came back to Newcastle for its third annual convention. Over 200 tattoo artists attended coming from all over the world to show off their talents. Not only were there plenty of artists but there were also retro gaming machines and shows throughout the event. See the […]
Newcastle gets a taste of Indonesia at annual Discover Indonesia food festival event
Events manager of Discover Indonesia, Rezza Pradana Putra, has been working closely with his team to ensure a flavour full festival. With Indonesian food stalls, games and authentic Indonesian dance, his event is chockful with Indonesian culture and life. Discover Indonesia hold this event annually to bring Indonesian and English culture […]
North East locals become wrestlers at Almost Pro Wrestling school in South Shields
Almost Pro Wrestling school teaches locals how to become professional wrestlers. The school, which is run by Jamie Harvey, is based at Chuter Ede CIO, South Shields. See the video below for more information: The video goes backstage pre match, and captures interviews and warm up footage of wrestlers ‘Chase […]
Sunderland band The Strands to perform at This is Tomorrow Festival in Newcastle after ‘Battle of the Bands’ win
The Strands won Sunderland University’s Battle of the Bands to earn the chance to perform at the This is Tomorrow Festival. They beat other local bands SLEEPTAPE and Infernal Bloom to join Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Foals and Stereophonics at the Newcastle festival. Find out more about them in […]
Tyne and Wear at a stand-still as Metros are down across the network
Most of the Tyne and Wear have been at a stand-still as the metros have been down across the network for the majority of the week. A lot of people have been struggling to get to work as the metro system is a key link around the region. See our […]
Newcastle based musician Jamilah Hassan speaks about mental health issues
Jamilah Hassan, a singer from Newcastle shares her thoughts on issues resolving mental health issues. The singer has spoken out against social media and its impacts on mental health. Jamilah is also close to releasing her new single which she shares parts of in this video.
Improve your health by attending the seventh season of Sunderland’s Big Walk
Sunderland City Council has organised the event since 2013 with the aim to encourage people in improving their health and wellbeing. The Big Walk is for everyone who would like to become more active and promote walking while exploring suitable walking areas within the city. Photo credit: Wellbeinginfo.org Anthony Hindmarch, member […]
What is World Headquarters: An interview with owner, Tom Caulker
World Headquarters is an independent underground night club in Newcastle. The owner Tom Caulker wanted to make a place that was safe and enjoyable for all races and walks of life. There is no club just as multicultural and diverse in Newcastle.