Whether you’re just starting out or have been together for years, dating is a significantly important part of any relationship. With Christmas coming up you might be thinking about trying to save some pennies and dating might be the last of your priorities, but it doesn’t have to be that […]
With the Festive Season fast approaching it’s only a matter of time before the grand unveiling of this years Fenwick’s display, so refresh your memory as the countdown begins.
Since the route first opened in 1994, hundreds of people have been passing through our region to complete the Coast to Coast cycle route. The route typically starts in Whitehaven and ends in Sunderland. However, there are a few variant routes, including a starting point at Workington and a finish […]
15 people abseiled down the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle to raise money for the Kieran Maxwell Legacy on Saturday. Much-loved Kieran Maxwell, aged 18, died of Ewing’s Sarcoma (a rare form of bone cancer) in June and the Kieran Maxwell Legacy has been set up in his memory to […]
On October 5 1936, 200 men started their journey to London from Jarrow to protest against the unemployment in the North-East region. 81 years later, their journey is still relevant today, as unemployment is still a big problem here in the North. Follow the Jarrow Crusade’s 291 mile march to […]
Since ancient times, ghost stories have been a prominent fixture in folklore for many cultures around the world. The belief in the existence of an afterlife, as well as manifestations of spirits is widespread. Here in the North East there are multiple famous places that are said to be the […]
Getting over a break up is never easy. Facebook stalking, endless shots and scrolling through your camera roll is inevitably going to happen and being sad for a little while is normal. Moving on doesn’t always have to mean moving on to someone new, it means learning to be yourself […]
The North East, like all regions, is full of many different tastes, interests and vices – and those of a rather more geeky persuasion need diversions as all of us do to satisfy their pursuits. Nerdier folks can while away the hours in our region through many outlets, whether they […]
For many dog owners in Sunderland there’s nothing better than going for a pint with their canine companions but not all pubs and bars welcome pooches on their premises. This map shows the hot spots in Sunderland and beyond which allow and accommodate dogs and owners to enjoy a day […]
ALLERDENE and Beacon Lough residents have made desperate calls for more police presence after multiple cases of arson plagued their estates. The two areas were recently hit with a string of bin fires and youth disorder, as fire crews were even attacked while tending to the incidents. Gateshead Council has […]