Three Newcastle properties closed after drug related activity leading to court ordered closures. Swift action taken. Authorities ensured safety. Newcastle Homes Shut Down After Drug Activity Orders Served Newcastle properties faced closure for drug activity. Authorities secured closure orders quickly, involving Newcastle City Council working with police. Three properties used for drug activity shut down,…
Stoke-on-Trent’s super council plan, uniting North Staffordshire, faces strong opposition amid financial concerns. North Staffordshire Super Council Proposal Sparks Debate and Concerns A new super council idea is causing arguments. It would cover North Staffordshire. Stoke-on-Trent supports this single council, which would include Stoke, Newcastle, and Staffordshire Moorlands. This is in response to government changes.…
Newcastle’s Radio Tyneside urgently needs a new location as its current building faces sale and requires repairs. Radio Tyneside Seeks New Home Amidst Building Sale in Newcastle Hey, guess what’s happening with Radio Tyneside? It’s a local radio station for Newcastle and Gateshead hospitals and they’ve been broadcasting for many years. This station even won…
Expect delays on the A53 with roadworks in Endon and Leek causing temporary lights and heavy traffic. A53 Motorists Face Delays with Roadworks in Endon and Leek Hey, so there are roadworks to know about. If you drive from the Potteries to the Moorlands, watch out. National Grid is working in Endon and Leek. Expect…
Carl James stole from a Newcastle TK Maxx. He claimed he needed the £150 menswear due to a lack of clothing. Walker Thief Stole Clothes Worth £150 Claiming He Had Nothing To Wear A thief said he stole clothes because he lacked them. Carl James stole from a clothing store. The Newcastle shop was a…
See Newcastle in 1970 through ten photos. Explore shops, football, buildings and everyday life. Newcastle in 1970: Revisiting City Scenes From 55 Years Ago Okay, so it’s 1970 in Newcastle. People were shopping on Northumberland Street. Fenwick is still a fancy store there today. Woolworth’s was popular, but it closed in 1984. It opened way…
A passenger on a flight from Amsterdam to Newcastle was fined after a drunken outburst and abuse of crew during take off. Drunk Passenger on Durham Flight Abused Crew During Take off A man got drunk on a plane. This flight went from Amsterdam to Newcastle. He stood up as the plane took off. He…
Thali Tray restaurants in Newcastle are closing due to rising costs, with the Sandyford location staying open until March 15th. Newcastle Thali Tray Indian Restaurants Closing With Heavy Heart Thali Tray, a popular restaurant, is closing. The Newcastle business announced this with sadness. Rising costs forced this difficult decision. The city center location is now…
Prolific thief Christopher Smith stole £300 of goods from a Sainsbury’s, filling a bag so full he struggled to carry it. Newcastle Thief’s Bag of Stolen Goods Too Heavy to Carry from Shop This guy, Christopher Smith, stole from a store. He has a really long criminal record. It includes 283 past offenses. Smith was…
The once bustling Buffalo Joes, a River Tyne hotspot, now stands empty after a failed rebrand and recent fire. Gateshead Party Bar Abandoned on River Tyne After Unsuccessful Change Remember going out around 2004? You might have visited a spot by the River Tyne. It looks pretty bad now. The new Hooters in Newcastle made…