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Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and Sophie, Countess of Wessex attend the Duke of Edinburgh Award's 60th Anniversary Garden Party in 2016. Picture: Dominic Lipinski - WPA Photo/Getty Images.

Your memories of taking part in The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Charlotte Kennedy starred as Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady at Sunderland Empire. Picture: Marc Brenner.

My Fair Lady begins Sunderland Empire run - what we thought of the show

Is fresh fruit your first-choice pancake topping? Let us know what you have on yours when Shrove Tuesday rolls around.

Why we eat pancakes on Shrove Tuesday - and eight toppings to try on yours

Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have launched a campaign to allow parents to bypass traffic queues. Picture: Shutterstock.

Call for parents to be allowed to drive in bus lanes on school run

THe 1975 brought the 'At Their Very Best' tour to Newcastle's Utilita Arena. Picture: Jordan Curtis Hughes.

The 1975 At Their Very Best - review of band's Newcastle Arena gig

Are you hoping to donate blood in 2023? The NHS is calling for new and existing donors to come forward. Picture: Adobe Stock/LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS.

Where to give blood in Northumberland as NHS calls for donors

Joelinton, of Newcastle United, pictured prior to the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Newcastle United and Leicester City at St James' Park on January 10. Picture: Stu Forster/Getty Images.

NUFC's Joelinton charged with drink-driving

Blue Monday? How about Brew Monday instead. Samaritans is inviting people to enjoy a cuppa and chat with a loved one.

How to mark Brew Monday with Samaritans

Can you support the NHS with a blood donation this winter?

How to sign up and become a blood donor

The deadline for primary school places for September 2023 is fast approaching. Picture: Getty Images.

When primary school places for September will be announced

Celebrating the new year with a collection of fantastic pictures by the Northumberland Gazette readers.

Nine beautiful pictures by Northumberland Gazette readers
Here at the Northumberland Gazette, we love to showcase the talent of our fantastic readers.

There will be an additional bank holiday in May 2023 for King Charles III's coronation. Picture: Alastair Grant - WPA Pool/Getty Images.

UK bank holiday dates for 2023 - including for King's coronation

Met Office forecasters have issued a Yellow warning for ice for Monday, January 2.

Met Office issues Yellow weather warning for ice across North East

You can share your announcements with the Gazette via our online portal. Original picture: Jennifer Friend.

How to access the Gazette's obituaries and announcements

The Northumberland Gazette readers celebrate their favourite pictures of the year.

Celebrating 2022 with your favourite Northumberland pictures of the year

Celebrating Christmas across the North East with your Santa Paws pet pictures.

Countdown to Christmas with your Santa Paws pictures

Members of the GMB, Unite and Unison unions will take industrial action on Wednesday, December 21. Picture: North East Ambulance Service.

Patient advice from North East Ambulance Service ahead of strike

Celebrating Baby's First Christmas with families across Northumberland - thank you to everyone who contributed a photo.

Northumberland families celebrate baby's first Christmas - picture special

Icy conditions and snow showers are expected in the coming days across the North East.

Met Office extends Yellow weather warning for ice and snow in North East

The teams were called to a canoeing accident in Acomb, Northumberland, on Saturday, December 10. Picture: North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team.

Mountain rescue teams called to teenager's aid after canoeing accident

The Christmas prep is underway and we're excited to meet our first line-up of Santa Paws stars for 2022. Come on down ...

Celebrating Christmas with your Santa Paws pictures

Matt Hancock confirmed on Wednesday, December 7 that he does not intend to stand for the Conservatives at the next election. Picture: Steve Reigate-WPA Pool/Getty Images.

Matt Hancock to stand down as Conservative MP at next election
Politician Matt Hancock will not stand for the Conservatives at the next election, he confirmed in a letter to the Prime Minister on Wednesday, December 7.

What are your Christmas Eve traditions?

12 Christmas Eve traditions to start with your family this year

Cinderella is the 2022 pantomime in Newcastle, with performances running until January. Picture: Theatre Royal Newcastle.

What to expect from Cinderella at Newcastle's Theatre Royal

Readers have been getting into the Christmas spirit with their decorations.

Decoration inspiration as Northumberland families embrace Christmas season

Members of NHS staff and their supporters march in protest about NHS pay in July last year. Picture: Niklas Halle'n/AFP via Getty Images.

North East community unites behind region's nurses ahead of strike action

Gone but not forgotten ... Woolworths was a big Christmas favourite for many shoppers.

British Home Stores, Fenwick's and Woolworths - the Christmas shops you loved

Looking for somewhere new to try for a Sunday dinner? We take a look at the Google Reviews for some recommendations.

11 Sunday dinner recommendations in Northumberland

People have been sharing why they wear a poppy ahead of Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday.

What the poppy means to you - families share their stories

GNAAS paramedic Jamie Walsh and, inset, the damage caused to the vehicle on Saturday, November 5.

Great North Air Ambulance Service vehicle hit by brick on Bonfire Night call-out

The Greggs Festive Bake and Vegan Festive Bake will be back in shops on Thursday, October 10. Picture: Greggs.

Greggs confirms Festive Bake launch date - here's when you can get one

Happy Halloween! Take a trip inside these haunted houses across the North East ... if you dare!

Watch these haunted houses in action for Halloween - if you dare

Happy Halloween! Check out some of the fantastic costumes in this year's Spooky Snaps.

Celebrating Halloween with our North East Spooky Snaps - your pictures
It’s the time of year where ghosts, monsters and spooks of all sizes could come calling for a trick or treat ...

We take a closer look - from a safe distance - at some of the region's haunted houses for Halloween 2022.

24 pictures of haunted houses across the North East

A statue of Jack Charlton is unveiled in Hirst Park, Ashington. Picture: Northumberland County Council.

Statue of football legend Jack Charlton unveiled in Ashington

The Woodland Trust has issued an urgent plea for families not to endanger wildlife by dumping pumpkins in woodland.

How to dispose of your Halloween pumpkin and keep wildlife safe

Happy Halloween! If you are stuck for an idea for this year's pumpkin carving, why not try out one of these from our readers.

Ways to carve your pumpkin for Halloween - your best pictures

From the Cadbury Spira to a Fry's Five Centres, we run through some of the retro chocolate bars you would love to see back at the shops.

Celebrating 11 retro chocolate bars YOU want back on the shelves

We take a look at Northumberland County Council's advice on what you can and can't put in your recycling bin.

The items you can and can't put in your blue bin in Northumberland

Can you help with a donation to your local foodbank? Picture: Peter Summers/Getty Images.

Food bank donations: The items you can give to lend a hand

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt pictured leaving 10 Downing Street on Friday, October 14. Picture: Leon Neal/Getty Images.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt warns 'more difficult decisions' ahead

October is breast cancer awareness month. Picture: Pixabay.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month - signs to look out for

We meet some of the North East's star bakers as the new series of Bake Off returns.

Celebrating the North East's star bakers as GBBO returns