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Switching from Road to Rail: Northern's Under 16 Education Season Ticket Scheme
School is now on break, and the 'school run' might be on pause too, thanks to Northern's initiative. The train operator has ambitious plans to persuade students to switch from road to rail starting this September. They aim to entice students with a fantastic 75% discount on train tickets...
Dance City and West End Refugee Service Unveil The Seven Bridges: A Fusion of Culture and Cuisine
Dance City and West End Refugee Service (WERS) join forces with excitement to unveil their latest joint venture: The Seven Bridges, an innovative kitchen brand that promises to be a remarkable fusion of their expertise and creativity. This unique collaboration between the two organizations marks a significant milestone in...
Rail vs. Road: How Northern's Top Commuter Route Cuts 250,000 kg of CO₂e Emissions
Northern has revealed the CO₂e emission saving of its top commuter route into Newcastle. Every year, more than 45,000 (45,073) people commute between Carlisle and Newcastle by train for work. By making that journey by rail, they are helping to prevent more than 250,000 kg (263,226.32) of carbon dioxide equivalent from...
Gosforth Civic Theatre: Grand Reopening Delights with £2.4m Investment and Diverse Events!
After receiving a significant £2.4m investment and undergoing an eight-month anticipation, a cherished cultural venue is preparing to reopen its doors, offering a delightful array of events and activities during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Gosforth Civic Theatre (GCT), which first opened its doors in 2016 in a former council...
World Drowning Prevention Day: A Global Call to Respect the Water and Stay Safe
On the 25th of July, World Drowning Prevention Day, the region's four blue light services have united to emphasize the utmost significance of water safety. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS), Northumbria Police, North East Ambulance Service, and HM Coastguard have joined forces to underline the dangers that...
Turn That Racket Down! Join the Extraordinary Musical Bus Tour Celebrating Teenage Rebels and Nostalgic Anthems
Get ready for an extraordinary musical bus tour, dedicated to celebrating the very songs that parents once loathed! Welcome to the "Turn That Racket Down!" tour, an exclusive event happening on Sunday, August 13th. We kindly request passengers with a particular sensitivity to wear earplugs for a more enjoyable...
Unifying Voices: Northern Pride March Addresses Ongoing LGBTQIA+ Challenges
The ongoing challenges confronting the LGBTQIA+ community will serve as the primary inspiration for this year's march, marking the commencement of Northern Pride. Scheduled for Saturday, 22 July, the traditional procession will wind its way through Newcastle city centre, culminating at the Town Moor – the site of Northern Pride....
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...
North Tyneside Youth Dance (NTYD) emerges as a recently established youth dance initiative, launched by acclaimed choreographer Anthony Lo-Giudice. It finds its home at The Exchange 1856, situated in North Shields. Starting from September 5th, 2023, this program welcomes young dancers aged 8-18 to participate in weekly classes on Tuesday...
Get Ready for Laughs: Stephanie Aird's Comedy Show Hits Newcastle
Stephanie Aird, hailing from Hartlepool, is a talented comedian whose comedic videos have garnered an impressive 60 million views across various social media platforms. With an impressive following of over 650,000 fans on Facebook, Aird's comedic prowess has reached audiences far and wide, attracting fans from all corners of the...

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