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Events aim to remove any half term boredom
An initiative developed by young people for young people is aiming to help provide activities during the half term holidays.
Tree leads to a rescue call out
A floating tree was mistaken for two kayakers in trouble off King Edward’s Bay.
Short arm of the law helps officers
Police in Whitley Bay have been given a helping hand by local nursery children.
Soldiers walk source to sea
Territorial Army soldiers from across the region have taken part in a ‘Source to Sea’ walk for charity, finishing at Tynemouth.
Music festival wristbands on sale at schools
Tickets for a music festival showcasing the talents of North Tyneside’s best young bands are now on sale.
Youngsters enjoy outdoor play area video
Pupils at a Whitley Bay school are enjoying a state-of-the-art outdoor space thanks to one parent’s hard work.
Teenagers get stand-up help with interviews
Teenagers are preparing for the job market with the help of a stand-up comedian.
Police holding a drop-in surgery
Police in Whitley Bay are urging people to go along to their local Police And Communities Together (PACT) meetings to talk about their issues and concerns.
Blue flags flying high on borough’s beaches
Blue flags are once again flying high on North Tyneside’s beaches following the latest European inspections.
Annual book fair at Linskill Centre
The Linskill Centre in North Shields will host its annual book fair next week.
Approval for new sheltered housing staff
Extra staff are set to be appointed to sheltered housing schemes in the borough.
Buggy push to raise funds for baby charity
A North Shields mum will be dusting down her buggy for a walk with a difference.
Councillor to hold advice surgery
A Whitley Bay councillor will be holding an advice surgery this weekend.
Advice service awarded £350k
A south east Northumberland advice service has been awarded £350,000 from the Big Lottery Fund.
Grant to renovate centre’s outside space
A community centre in the borough will have its outdoor space overhauled thanks to a £50,000 grant.
Faye’s charity event is inspired by carers
A MUM is holding a charity night to raise money for a cause that is close to her heart.
Margaret and John’s golden appreciation
A grandmother came up with a golden way to thank hospital staff for saving her life.
Hammer and baseball bat used in assault
A 21-year-old man has been assaulted with a baseball bat and a hammer in his Wallsend home.
Community leaders sought to join scheme
The search is on for new Neighbourhood Watch leaders to help keep a North Tyneside town a safe place to live and work.
Mathew keen to help others
A Cullercoats man is keen to help young disabled people in the region achieve their ambitions.
Disability charity gets £402,000 grant video
Staff at an organisation supporting disabled people in the borough are celebrating after receiving a £400,000 cash boost.
Business support a doodle for Debbie
New business support is being offered to people keen to become their own boss.
Helping clean-up at business park
Staff from across Cobalt Business Park have given their support to an environmental campaign.
Cyclists urged to be aware of pedestrians
Police have received a number of complaints about cyclists riding on pavements in Killingworth.
Firm help out school with £150 donation
Pupils are set for a summer of sport thanks to a £150 donation by repairs and maintenance provider, Kier North Tyneside.
Wideopen cadets march to victory
A group of North Tyneside cadets have marched to victory in the Durham/Northumberland Wing annual drill competition.
Kate humbled by her African experience
A junior doctor said it was a humbling experience to see first hand the level of care given to people in Uganda.
Sidonie climbs to new heights
A teenager is aiming to reach new heights after being called up to represent her country.
Roman items return home
A personal stash of mystery Roman treasure that was unearthed in Backworth nearly 200 years ago is to return to the north east for the very first time.
Shauna on song for final of competition
A teenage singing sensation from the borough has beaten thousands of other singers from the north east to make it through to the grand final of a national talent competition.
Trial date set for teenager accused of murder
A teenager has appeared in court accused of killing his uncle at a North Tyneside flat.
Warning after thieves target gas meters
Thieves are being warned about the dangers of stealing gas meters.
A memorial to pit disaster
Memorial windows commemorating one of the north east’s worst mining disasters are to be dedicated by the Bishop of Newcastle.
Award recognition for youth service
A service helping young people plan potential careers has been rewarded for its work.
Helping park environment
Students from Northumbria University have been given an insight to potential new environmental plans at Quorum Business Park.
Teenage filmmakers showcase their work to American audience
A film made by a North Shields-based award winning company has received a prestigious screening in the United States.
Dinghy trio get a warning
Three young men have been warned about the dangers of going out to sea while under the influence of alcohol.
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Pupils rewarded for helping their peers
A project aiming to help children become better people is proving a success at a North Shields school.
Free crossing alternatives
Alternative transport options are being put in place for tunnel users while the Tyne Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnels are closed for 13 months.
More praise for popular beaches
Two borough beaches have been named among the best in the country for families.
New clean-up scheme starts
A community clean-up is under way in an area of North Shields as part of council initiative.
Food festival celebrates success - Slideshow video
Thousands of visitors flocked to the second Tynemouth Food Festival over the weekend.
Tynemouth Food Festival’s second successful year video
Tynemouth Food Festival returned for a second helping of some of the North’s finest produce last week.
Trust at the double with national award
Health bosses are celebrating after picking up two top industry awards.
Exhibition with ex-snooker star
Former world snooker champion Cliff Thorburn will be showcasing his skills at Whitley Bay Snooker Centre on Sunday, May 19.
Father goes the extra mile to support fund
A father is preparing to go the extra mile to raise awareness of the treatment which means his son is still alive today.
Three people held in connection with North Shields murder
Three people have been arrested after a man was found dead in a North Shields house.
Work starts on shopping centre refurbishments video
Shopping centre bosses are excited at the next chapter of their history, as the new look facility begins to take shape.
Onboard interactive artwork celebrates marine wildlife conservation video
An interactive art display has been unveiled onboard DFDS’ King Seaways to celebrate five years of working with whale and dolphin charity ORCA.
Nursery will host charity spring fair
A nursery in Monkseaton will host a charity spring fair next weekend.
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Saturday 25 May 2013
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