Christmas decorations are up, the lights have been switched on and to complete the atmosphere, Sunderland has had its first heavy downfall of snow. The city has seen icy patches, widespread frost, snowfall and temperatures as low as 1C (34F). The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow […]
Newcastle will next month witness the powerful story of Kalpana Chakma, a human rights fighter from Bangladesh believed to have been kidnapped by soldiers 21 years ago. Her story will be told through the images of the highly seasoned photographer Shahidul Alam, also from Bangladesh, whose photo-exhibition on Kalpana’s life has […]
Newcastle had to come from two goals down to snatch a point from the jaws of defeat against a West Brom side led by interim manager Gary Megson. A late own goal from Jonny Evans ended a four-game losing run for the Magpies and brought them some much needed momentum heading […]
One of the 20th Century’s most notorious serial killers, Charles Manson, died at a California hospital last Sunday. Manson was convicted for the murders of American model and actress Sharon Tate, who was at that time married to the famous director Roman Polanski and eight months pregnant with his child. Jay […]
PRINCE Harry and American actress Meghan Markle’s engagement announcement has met with a mixed reaction among Wearside students. Harry, 33, and Los Angeles-born Meghan, 36, announced their betrothal yesterday (Monday), having been an official couple since July last year, with commentators speculating over her suitability as a royal bride. Meghan is known for her […]
Pregnant mums are being advised to sleep on their sides, after new research reveals it cuts the risk of still-births. A study of over 1,000 women found the risk of stillbirth doubles if pregnant women go to sleep on their backs in the third trimester, which is from week […]
A fire that broke out at a former church in Jarrow has taken more than eight hours to put out. The Jarrow Auction Rooms, located on Bede Burn Road caught fire in the early hours of Friday morning, with a total of 44 firefighters were sent to the scene at 4.00am. […]
Beacon Hill Arts Community Interest Company, which provides training and production opportunities in the Jesmond area of Newcastle will tonight showcase their award-winning ‘Hidden Histories’ films at Whitley Bay’s Playhouse. The company provides people with learning difficulties, autism and additional needs a chance to express their creative talents as they work together to […]
The Government today confirmed multi-million-pound funding for the Metro system – with potential for building new trains in the North East. In his autumn Budget, Chancellor Philip Hammond announced “the replacement of the 40-year-old rolling stock on the Tyne and Wear Metro at a total investment of £337million”. Coun […]
Sunderland Illuminations were back again this year, proving to be even bigger and better than ever before. The event drew in more than 200,000 visitors and made around £1.5 million, according to Councillor John Kelly. Last year, the council introduced a £1 charge for entry to the event. Councillor […]