The Geordies are known for always throwing a great party, and it is no different this festive season either! Newcastle has been named of the best places places to enjoy Christmas, and we couldn’t agree any more. Fentimans, North East drinks company, has been looking at various data from different Read more…
As of Tuesday 30th November, face coverings are now mandatory on public transport and in retail, with Christmas on the way and a new variant, Omicron, to deal with. The North East Directors Of Public Health have issued a statement regarding the new rules which are now in place: Further Read more…
Credit: Stock Images As Storm Arwen continues to bring power and water supply problems, here’s a list of current schools that have had to close due to the storm. Whickham Comprehensive School is closed today due to no water supply. Fellside Primary School is closed until further notice due to Read more…
Masks are now mandatory on public transport and in retail, with Christmas on the way and a new varient, Omicron, to deal with. Customers are being told they must wear a face covering, unless exempt. Customer Services Director at Nexus, Huw Lewis, said: “We have always encouraged people to wear Read more…
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Residents are being asked to take alternative routes this morning, due to the road being closed. There is an ongoing incident on Old Durham Road, with police on the scene and a road closure. On Thursday night, it was reported that the road was closed due to a collision between Read more…
Father Christmas is setting off on his sleigh from the North Pole and is heading to Whickham Hermitage Community Garden and Orangery Cafe. Join Santa for a festive afternoon of fun, on 18th December from 2 until 4pm. Visit Santa in his festive grotto in the Garden and your little Read more…
The holidays are most certainly coming, even more so that the iconic Coca Cola truck will be visiting Gateshead this Friday. Coca Cola said “We know more than just about anyone that the Christmas Countdown officially starts with the very first sighting of the Coca‑Cola Christmas Truck – something that Read more…
Christmas is coming, the North Pole elves are busy in their workshop and Santa needs to know what to bring your little ones! This year, sit your little ones down at the table and let them write a letter to Father Christmas and let their imagination run wild! Royal Mail Read more…
It’s that time again, the festive season, which means Fenwick Newcastle have some amazing festive events. This year, the luxury department store have a Santa Rooftop Cinema experience. Fenwick said “We’re bringing a sprinkling of cinematic magic to our Christmas experience with our exclusive cinema, showcasing a host of festive Read more…