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Mapping Student Commutes: Northern's Top Network Routes Revealed
Northern has released details of the most popular routes on its network for student commuters. Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire & West Yorkshire are riding high with large numbers of stations being used by students for their commute to school (highlighted in green on the map). At the same time,...
Chief Fire Officer of TWFRS Receives Prestigious King's Fire Service Medal: A Testament to 31 Years of Dedicated Service
The newly appointed Chief Fire Officer of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) expressed his immense pride upon receiving the prestigious King's Fire Service Medal. Peter Heath has been honoured in His Majesty the King's inaugural Birthday Honours List, which pays tribute to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional...
The Bernicia Foundation: Empowering Kaitlyn Waddell's Pursuit of Hammer Throwing Excellence
County champion teenager Kaitlyn Waddell is breaking through barriers en route to national acclaim with the support of The Bernicia Foundation. An Inspirational Grant of £1000 is assisting Kaitlyn and her family in addressing the financial challenges associated with hotel accommodations, entry fees, event tickets, and fuel expenses as...
Northumberland Line's First Conductor Recruits Begin Training with Northern
The initial three recruits selected to join the upcoming Northumberland Line project have commenced their training under Northern. Meanwhile, the deadline for applications to fill an additional dozen positions is drawing near. David Nattress, Kevin Watson & Cameron Young are the first of 15 conductors being recruited for the route...
Discover Teaching: Free Event in Newcastle - Get Into Teaching North East
An upcoming Get Into Teaching gathering is set to take place in the North East, aiming to inspire individuals to consider a path in education and delve deeper into the experience of being a teacher. This event welcomes everyone, including those contemplating a career transition, regardless of their stage...
Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal: A Call to Newcastle for End-of-Life Support
All individuals merit proficient care and assistance during their final moments, which is why Marie Curie, the foremost end-of-life charity in the UK, urges the inhabitants of Newcastle to endorse its Great Daffodil Appeal this March. This entails dedicating a few hours of their time to disseminate the emblematic...
North East's Largest Fire Service Appoints New Deputy Chief Fire Officer
After a thorough and rigorous selection process, the North East's largest fire and rescue service proudly announced the appointment of its new Deputy Chief Fire Officer on Monday. Stewart Nicholson has been announced as the new Deputy Chief Fire Officer at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and will...
Never Giving Up: Nathan Whitworth's Inspiring Path to Becoming a Firefighter
Having been denied the opportunity to secure his dream job, Nathan Whitworth, a 26-year-old, had lost all hope of fulfilling his aspiration to become a firefighter. Last year, he came incredibly close to becoming a recruit with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS), but unfortunately, narrowly missed...
Colourful Art and Culinary Delights: Eldon Square's Summer with Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne
The Newcastle city centre shopping and dining destination, Eldon Square is summer-ready ahead of the baa-rilliant family-friendly Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne art trail, taking place from 19th July – 27th September. Presented and hosted by St Oswald’s Hospice to raise funds for the charity, Shaun the Sheep on...
Lumo Leads the Way: Pioneering Plastic-Free Rail Travel on the East Coast Line
Lumo, the train operator on the East Coast Main Line, is delighted to announce a pioneering achievement in the UK rail industry by becoming the first train company to eliminate plastic bottles on its services between Edinburgh and London. To coincide with Earth Day (22 April 2024) Lumo’s all-electric fleet...

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