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From ‘the Tyne to Palestine,’ a beacon of solidarity and compassion illuminated the shores of North Shields on International Women’s Day. On the evening of March 8, 2024, the event, held at King Edward’s Bay, gathered a diverse group of individuals in a display of solidarity with Palestine. Participants, donned in black attire, carried lanterns […]
With Mother’s Day fast approaching on March 10 we’ve taken a look at the best events going on around the North East. These events are perfect for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift or if you’re just wanting to give your mother an extra treat on her special day. These are perfect if you do not […]
In honour of International Women’s Day, I have compiled a list of influential women from the North East and spoken to creators of the Sunderland-based women’s podcast ‘Rebel Women’ about the importance of having northern women in the media. Denise Welch – a North East legend known for her appearances in shows such as Coronation […]
There is so much to do in Sunderland but there isn’t much awareness of wheelchair-friendly places. Here is a map providing eight places in Sunderland and Seaburn to explore that are accessible.
A secret culinary gem can be found amid the busy streets of the Northeast United Kingdom, where variety flourishes and cultures collide: a collection of Asian eateries that have been quietly winning over residents and visitors alike with their outstanding food. This is the tale of eight of these places, each a shining example of […]
Wanting to have a catchup with friends? Or maybe even somewhere to go during your lunch break? Here are some great quirky cafes that would make the perfect Instagram post! Dog and Scone Ever wanted to be surrounded by fluff balls, while having coffee and cake? Well this may be the perfect place for you. […]
From North Shields to Billingham, here are the North East’s ‘under the radar’ non-league derbies. The North East is host to some great rivalries, with the likes of the infamous Tyne-Wear derby between Sunderland and Newcastle and the Tees-Wear Rivalry between Sunderland and Middlesborough. With the Tyne-Wear derby happening last January for the first time […]
The clock is ticking for University of Sunderland students to elect this year’s Presidents. After a long week of rallying to get in our students’ votes, the process is due to come to an end with final votes needing to be made by 2pm March 8. Incredible candidates across different categories are all in with […]
A rise in the top 40 artists releasing more music on vinyl is helping independent shops to flourish in a time when high street footfall is at the lowest it has ever been. According to the ERA (Entertainment Retail Association), 36.7% of total physical music sales last year were in independent shops. This rise is […]
Mining is an integral part of Sunderland’s history; everyone knows someone who worked in the ‘pits’, and those who were affected by the strikes have their say, 40 years on. The Miners’ strike of 1984 was a huge moment in the history of British coal mining. The strikes consisted of thousands of miners and their […]
