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Houghton-le-Spring care home carer scoops ‘Dementia Carer of the Year’ award

Praised for her kindness, Caryn organises activities that give residents meaningful experiences, whether it’s singing or simply reminiscing while encouraging independence.

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Gateshead cenrte for older people reopens after lockdown

Bensham Day Centre has been closed for 14 months but now thanks to the easing of restrictions they are opening their doors again.

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Newcastle United Foundation’s community enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience at St. James’ Park

Girls squads, Disability Football Clubs, Street Footballers, Walking Footballers, Newcastle Panthers and BTEC scholars all had a chance to play on the iconic turf.

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Editor's Pick: A trip down Memory Lane - in South Shields

Take a nostalgic look at some of our favourite historic images uploaded to Memory Lane by members.

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Editor's Pick: A trip down Memory Lane - Trikes, milk deliveries and Hazlerigg colliery

Take a nostalgic look at some of our favourite historic images uploaded to Memory Lane by members.

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Newcastle Army veteran smashes six-figure fundraising target

Despite many set-backs due to the COVID-19 crisis, Steve managed to reach his fundraising target for Help for Heroes

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Popular Masonic Meals on Wheels service extended to North Tyneside

The Masonic Meals on Wheels Service delivers Sunday lunches to vulnerable and isolated people across Ashington, Northumberland.

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Santa goes online to pay a visit to foster children in the North East

Foster parents are asked to hide presents to make the experience even more enjoyable.

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Birtley garden centre Dobbies opens Sainsbury's food hall

Shoppers can now choose from a range of more than 3,000 products.

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Teenagers in Sunderland dedicate over 2,500 hours to support local community

Since NCS was founded, more than 600,000 young people have been on the programme, contributing to 14.5 million hours of volunteering.

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Newcastle teacher calls for others to join him in shaping the next generation

National teacher recruitment drive goes virtual connecting Newcastle residents with local teachers and training providers.

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A student from Walkergate will be parachuting out of an aeroplane on World Mental Health Day

Raising funds for mental health charity Mind.