Rough sleeping more than doubled in the North East. Experts consider it is a record high and a crisis. North East Rough Sleeping Crisis Reaches Record High in the Region Rough sleeping in the North East has greatly increased. It has more than doubled in the past two years, a record high that experts consider…
Regent Funeral Service (RFS), owned by Gateshead Council lost £1.14M since 2018 due to competition and inflation. Gateshead Council Funeral Service Faces Over £1 Million Loss Gateshead Council runs a funeral service called Regent Funeral Service (RFS). Since 2018, it has lost over a million pounds. Council documents show the losses have grown, with RFS…
The government is willing to discuss support for Redheugh Bridge repairs due to concerning concrete issues. A costly resolution is needed. Government Open to Talks on Redheugh Bridge Concrete Repair Funding The government says they’ll talk about Redheugh Bridge repairs. The bridge has concrete problems. Officials think repairs could cost over £1 million. Concerns arose…
A County Durham farm project secures funding to create over 60 jobs for autistic individuals, boosting inclusivity. Durham Farm Project Creates 60+ Jobs for Autistic People with Grant A charity in the North East got a £300,000 grant. They will turn a Durham farm into a visitor spot. The project will also create jobs for…
The 120ft Hartlepool Art Gallery clock tower will reopen thanks to a £300k grant for vital repairs after closing in 2018. Hartlepool Clock Tower Set to Reopen After Seven Years With Grant Great news! Hartlepool Art Gallery’s clock tower gets a big boost. They received £302,383 for repairs. The money comes from a government fund…
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and Newcastle Eagles unite to fight racism, promote unity in the region. Mayor & Eagles Team Up To Show Racism the Red Card in North East Kim McGuinness is the North East Mayor. She joined the Newcastle Eagles basketball team to fight racism and promote unity. The Eagles are Britain’s…
The UK’s first global LGBTQ+ summit, #SaferToBeMe, could inject over £1 million into the North East economy. Global LGBTQ+ Summit in UK to Boost North East Economy The UK will host its first global LGBTQ+ summit. It could boost the North East economy by over £1 million. The #SaferToBeMe summit may bring over 500 people…
North East faces transport woes as promised funds are slashed. Mayor blames prior govt for unachievable financial pledges. North East Transport Suffers Blow After Funding Cut Deemed Fairytale Durham County lost transport funding. It was originally promised £72.8 million. Now, it is getting only £23 million. The North East mayor called the initial promise a…
Mayor Kim McGuinness demands answers from Go North East over service quality, safety, and potential strike action. North East Mayor Seeks Answers from Go North East Amid Strike Threat Kim McGuinness, the North East’s mayor, wrote to Go North East’s boss. Many people could face bus strikes soon, potentially affecting thousands of locals. McGuinness stated…
Kynren’s Wendy Wilshere is a finalist for the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar award, recognizing dedication to North East tourism. Kynren Performer Up for VisitEngland Tourism Superstar Award Wendy Wilshere is a Kynren worker. She might win a VisitEngland award called Tourism Superstar. The award is for tourism workers who must show dedication and passion. Wendy helps…