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Ambulance response times are set to improve as plans have been announced for a new way of assessing emergency calls. NHS England will ask staff to review if calls, unless life-threatening, can be treated elsewhere. The calls, known as ‘category two’ calls, include emergencies such as heart attacks and strokes. But the category also covers less […]
In recent weeks, a petition was launched to “save Cole Kitchen” over speculation the business had to potentially close its doors. Cole Kitchen is a local business located in Roker, Sunderland. The café and deli have been open since 2017 and often has a queue outside of its door, with plenty of locals waiting patiently […]
Thousands of Newcastle United fans have been celebrating in recent weeks after being able to buy their tickets for the Carabao Cup final, but not all of the fans are happy. On February 2, 2023 Newcastle United released the breakdown of how they would be selling their tickets for the Carabao Cup final. However, now […]
St Patrick’s Day festival taking place at a Newcastle venue including England v Ireland Six Nations match to celebrate St Patrick. Taking place in Newcastle City Centre with multiple forms of entertainment on show for 12 hours, the event promises to be one of the most popular occasions of the year. With the event still […]
Residents in Sunderland have reacted to the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon, the first female Scottish Prime Minister. Sturgeon confirmed she is resigning as the Scottish National Party leader after more than eight years in the role. The first female Scottish Prime Minister said she knew in her heart this was the right time to step […]
The Angel of the North turned 25 on Wednesday February 15, with this iconic landmark dominating Gateshead’s skyline. The Angel was sculptured by Sir Antony Gormley, and was completed in 1998. The 20-meter high statue is said to be the UK’s most viewed and famous work of art, whilst winning many accolades and awards over […]
The Mountain Daisy is under new management with the new team hoping to keep prices as competitive as possible for customers. The historic pub which is located on Hylton Road in Millfield, Sunderland, is a grade II listed building and was built in 1900. The pub also has a corner ceramic bar which is one […]
Treat yourself this Valentine’s Day. Literally. With a range of Valentine’s food options for your sweet tooth and some wholesome Valentine’s-themed meals. To be enjoyed alone, or even better, with someone you love. As the saying goes, the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach. The Old Bank Pizza Co. The Old Bank […]
Plans for a historic former school to be turned into a restaurant have been given the green light. Langham Tower, one of the city’s most recognisable buildings and currently a bar and event venue, has had plans to transform the ground and first floor of the building into a restaurant approved by Sunderland City Council. […]
An investigation has been ordered into the poor sound quality inside Sunderland’s multi-million pound City Hall building. Sunderland City Council moved into its current headquarters towards the back end of 2021, and meetings in the building’s chamber have been plagued by sound issues since. City Hall on St Mary’s Way cost £42million to build. At […]
