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From Redcar Beach to Hollywood: Cinematographer Peter Robertson Inspires Newcastle's Next Filmmakers
The cinematographer responsible for one of the most memorable moments in 21st-century film made a return to his hometown in the North East to motivate upcoming filmmakers. Peter Robertson, an acclaimed camera operator best known for filming the iconic five-minute, single-shot Dunkirk sequence on Redcar Beach for the 2007 movie...
The Hoppings 2023: Newcastle's Town Moor to Host Europe's Largest Travelling Fair
Europe's largest travelling fair, The Hoppings, is set to make its comeback to Tyneside this summer, promising family-friendly fun. Marking its 142nd visit, The Hoppings will be hosted on the Town Moor, Newcastle, from Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 30, spanning ten exciting days. With over 400 rides and attractions...
Spring Adventures Await at Ocean Beach: Discover New Rides and Family Fun
This Easter, the North East's largest leisure park, Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields, is set to delight families even further with new rides and attractions. Welcoming thousands of visitors annually, the award-winning park offers a wide range of entertainment, from classic side shows to the latest thrilling...
Books for Brighter Futures: Ashberry Homes' Generous Donation to Callerton Academy
A local housebuilder’s donation will help Callerton Academy buy extra books to enable pupils to further their knowledge in certain subjects. Ashberry Homes – which is part of the Bellway Group and is building 184 new properties at Church View, off Stamfordham Road in Callerton – has given £300 to...
Northern Rail's Recruitment Drive: No Experience Needed to Start Your Railway Career
Northern is looking to recruit more than 300 drivers and conductors across the North of England this year.  The train operator says the roles are part of a normal, ongoing process to recruit as and when existing staff members retire, earn promotions or join another company. It is looking to hire...
A Heartfelt Appeal: Finding a Forever Home for Two Sisters in Need
Not-for-profit adoption agency, ARC Adoption North East, and regional adoption agency, Adopt Coast to Coast, are launching a new appeal to find a loving home for a six-year-old girl who has complex health needs, alongside her four-year-old sister. Working in partnership, ARC Adoption North East and Adopt Coast to Coast...
Unlocking New Career Paths: Non-Graduate Trainee Probation Officer Programme Launches in the North East
Thirty positions are open throughout the North East region of England, spanning locations such as County Durham and Darlington, Sunderland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland, as well as Redcar, Cleveland and Middlesbrough, and the areas of Stockton and Hartlepool. • For the first time in recent years, there...
Driving Change: The Success of Lumo’s Female-Focused Apprenticeship Program
Some 95% of Lumo’s operational workforce has come through the Newcastle-based business’s apprentice programme in partnership with Train’d Up. In the past three years, 29 females have completed the training compared to 27 males.  Carrie Million, a newly qualified customer driver with Lumo, is proud of the promising rise in...
A Flavorful Fusion: Celebrating International Women's Day with Local Cafe Collaboration
In celebration of International Women's Day, a delightful collaboration between two local cafes is set to sweeten two local businesses. Emily Cromarty and Rachel Holmes, co-owners of the artesian R Place Cafe in North Shields, have joined forces with Sangeeta Chopra, owner of Namaste Taste of India Cafe in the...
Falcons vs Sharks: A Prelude to Premiership Return Under Steve Diamond
The 7.45pm kick-off in Salford sees consultant director of rugby Steve Diamond taking charge of his first game since joining the Falcons, with an extended squad and rolling replacements. Philip van der Walt packs down at second row in a side captained by Callum Chick, with Jamie Blamire starting at...

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