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Joni Mitchell tribute band coming to Alnwick

New research shows that North Northumberland girls face the smallest sport gap in the North East.

North Northumberland top region for girls' sport participation

The John Angus Blues Band.

Manchester blues band returns to Alnmouth

Kay Norris-Ralph at the new Madame Butterfly showroom in Blyth.

Boutique opens new showroom after 21 years in business

Moz Murphy of grate.

Award-winning cheesemakers to come together at North East event

Jennifer Greenwood was the Style Awards winner. Photo by Alan Rennie.

Stylish Jennifer wins prize at Musselburgh Ladies Day

Holiday Inn Express launches the “The Great Wake Up Debate,” led by comedian Rob Beckett, weighing in on everything from serial snoozing and shower schedules to the bedtime rituals people swear by.

Rob Beckett and Holiday Inn Express uncover the wake up rituals defining the UK

Alnwick Castle.

Northumberland landmark named UK’s top iconic filming location

How to make thr perfect smash burger. JACK ROWBOTTOM @JACKSMEATSHACK

How to make the perfect smash burger with Jack Rowbottom

The North East Ambulance Service won the Collaborative Excellence in Working Together to Improve Care accolade at the RLDatix Awards 2026.

Service wins national award for collaborative approach to improving care

Wayne Rigg, owner of Twelve 06 - a Mongolian Grill restaurant in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea.

Unique Mongolian restaurant and dining experience to open in Northumberland
A new Mongolian grill restaurant will open to the public this week - and it could welcome a very special guest.
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Musician Alistair Anderson. Picture: Jane Coltman

Rothbury festival celebrates traditional music without borders

Lorena Livinschi at The Book Loft. Picture: Pictorial Photography

The Book Loft in Berwick to benefit from audiobooks partnership

To celebrate Toy Story 5 arriving in cinemas, ODEON is launching the 'Play Them Forward' toy collection campaign this weekend.

Ad Feature UK families are sitting on half a BILLION unused toys, study says

The new Legrand UK facility in Cramlington.

Electronics company opens new 'green' Cramlington factory

Draeger Safety UK is part of The Dräger Group.

Company announces record growth for its service division

CAMSO Construction is a global leader in off-the-road mobility solutions, specializing in high-performance tires and tracks for the construction industry.

Ad Feature CAMSO Construction enters the UK and Ireland markets

Famous Glenfinnan Railway Viaduct in Scotland. (Photo: Georgy Krivosheev)

New coach tours firm launches in the North East

Renee Walton from Ciccarelli Artisan Gelato.

Blyth ice-cream chef crowned rising star

Kallum Meadows.

Teen in running to win Screwfix apprenticeship award

Ciccarelli director, Domenico Gregorio, took home a Golden Scoop Award.

Local ice cream makers take home soft serve crown

Michelin Guide Ceremony updates and watch here as 2026 Stars awarded

Ollie Whelan from Seahouses. Picture: RNLI

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Reality TV star Joey Essex decorates his mansion with incredible Christmas lights display in hilarious new film.

Joey Essex decorates his mansion with Christmas lights display in new film

John Lydon

John Lydon’s tour back by popular demand and heading to Blyth!

Jedburgh Sheriff Court.

Former chaplain spared jail after being caught out over indecent images

The RNLI are urging people to get involved in their 24-mile Reindeer Run challenge.

RNLI Amble urge people to sign up to their Reindeer Run

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is calling on the people of Amble to support their volunteer lifeboat crews this winter by taking on the RNLI Reindeer Run challenge.

RNLI calls on residents to take on Reindeer Run
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is calling on the people of Amble to support their volunteer lifeboat crews this winter by taking on the RNLI Reindeer Run challenge.
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Sykes Holiday Cottages

Northumberland holiday let named best in North East England

The series starts this October

Ad Feature TokenFi launches US push - with Times Square billboard and TV spots

Jonathan Stott is group managing director of Ardent, which is opening an office in Newcastle.

Land and consent management firm opens Newcastle office as part of growth plan

Michael Thompson, founder of Geordie Run Club.

Run club founder takes on 100km fundraising challenge

Wetherspoons is launching a new meal - and you can try it from tomorrow

Wetherspoons to introduce 'The Spice Bag' in UK pubs tomorrow

GTE Golf Tour Operators at Goswick Golf Links.

Golf tourism chief backs Northumberland to increase its share of UK market

Tui's Sand Shaker gets kids sand free in seconds: New gadget set to transform fa...

It comes as 56 per cent of Brits say they go on a full social media blackout if they can’t catch something live

Over half of Brits avoid social media - just to dodge TV spoilers

Stephen taking part in last year's walking challenge

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Jim Dollard, ESB; First Minister John Swinney; Matthieu Hue, EDF chief executive and Matthias Haag, NnG project director.

First Minister marks completion of wind farm

Kev Hutchison and Nicola Carney.

Print firm expands capacity

David Head, sales and marketing director.

Blyth-based company appoints sales and marketing director

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A third of Brits are obsessed with tracking their health

NEXT (not Eldon Square's store)

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St Catherine's Catholic Primary pupils celebrate Cultural Diversity Day

Children celebrate diversity at Newcastle school
It was a colourful sight at the gates of one Newcastle school when the children arrived in festive spirits ready to celebrate Cultural Diversity Day.
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Ad Feature Racing Club expands horse ownership opportunities

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P.S I love you Ireland; my whirlwind trip to Dublin and Galway

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These are the top 20 toughest everyday jobs, according to Brits

The par five 15th hole at Killeen Castle

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Somebody's Child.

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Who from the second round of semi-finalists do we think will progress to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final this weekend in Basel?

Who do we think will qualify from the second Eurovision semi-final?

Ashington RFC player Grace Douglas.

Young player from Ashington Rugby Club to represent England at touch rugby

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People like Amelia, in Guatemala, are finding new ways to farm in a bid to combat the climate crisis.

Seven days to make a difference – church leader backs fundraising appeal.

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