1+ week, 5+ day ago   (478+ words) A much-loved great-grandma described by her family as someone who "would help anyone that needed it" has celebrated her 104th birthday. Stella Anderson, a resident of Ferguson Lodge Care Home in Benwell, Newcastle, was born on August 30, 1922. Stella - who only moved…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (518+ words) The travel scheme will benefit care leavers and ensure they are protected from cost-of-living pressures Young people in the North East who have been in the care system will continue to benefit from free, unlimited public transport across the region....

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (412+ words) Images of how the new play area at Saltwell Park will look(Image: Gateshead Council) At this point of the school holidays, the kids might be dreading the fact that they'll be be back at school in a few weeks…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (498+ words) William Kirvan threw himself into his studies, as well as volunteering, fundraising and supporting his mum following her cancer diagnosis Meet the inspirational teenager who is celebrating a strong set of GCSE results after juggling his school work alongside supporting…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (689+ words) Mother-of-two Beth Larby opened The Willow Bean in Bedlington last month A mother-of-two has been inundated with support after opening a new play cafe in Northumberland. Beth Larby opened The Willow Bean Play Cafe on Market Street in Bedlington last…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (742+ words) The Hawkins left their larger family home nearly two years ago and say they’re happier than ever A family of five say they’re happier than ever nearly two years after downsizing from a large family home to a one-bedroom apartment to…...