Spark News
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Spark is celebrating its fourteenth birthday on October 26. Over the years, the station has brought listeners from all around Sunderland (and beyond) thousands of shows, plenty of presenters and so many stories that shape our city. The award-winning station has always strived for excellence over its fourteen years and will continue to for many […]
By Liam Brusby and Joshua Nichol Newcastle United take on Borussia Dortmund in a competitive fixture for the first time ever as they face off in group F of the UEFA Champions League. The Magpies currently sit top of the group following a goalless draw against AC Milan and a historic 4-1 win against Paris […]
In the North East’s immigrant communities, striking a balance between child safety and cultural values is a vital consideration. As parents from various backgrounds strive to nurture their children within the framework of their traditions, the need to ensure their well-being becomes more intricate and multi-faceted. While many parents manage this transition seamlessly, others find […]
On September 25, a two-week strike by Go North East was announced due to driver protests about pay disputes. “We’re sorry to tell you that Unite the Union has called a series of strikes at Go North East which are likely to bring many of our bus services to a halt on the following dates: Saturday […]
A group of fundraisers in Hebburn have raised nearly £4000 by showcasing what it is like to ‘sleep rough’ for the charity Streetworx, an organisation who help and support homeless people in the North East. The idea being that people come together to showcase what it is like for homeless people to sleep on the […]
A singer from Newcastle has been chosen to represent the United Kingdom at this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest.
A North East activist has described how he completed a huge 1,600-mile walk to Istanbul in a show of support for Palestine. Mick Bowman, 65, of Throckley, Newcastle, set out from Calais on April 16 and devoted the following five months to walking until he arrived in Palestine in late September – just days before […]
Former Newcastle goalkeeper Rob Elliot has been named as interim manager of Gateshead after the departure of Mike Williamson to MK Dons was confirmed. Elliot had previously been working at Gateshead as technical director but will now have the task of running first-team duties alongside players Louis Storey and Carl Magnay. North East Non-League reporter […]
Female journalists in the North East of England have raised safety concerns linked to online abuse faced while fulfilling their roles. Journalists in Middlesbrough, Darlington, and others in the area said the extent of online harassment experienced includes death threats, criticism of the quality of published work, and general safety concerns for friends and loved […]
Sunderland-based charity 4Louis has marked Baby Loss Awareness Week with a sand design by sand art creator Soul2Sand at Roker Beach on October 12. The event invited families who had experienced the loss of a child to write their names on the mural as a tribute. The charity was set up in 2009 and has […]
