Tag: Blaydon
7 months ago
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Blaydon's Dave Turner wins best actor award at Spanish film festival and says 'I'm still in a sta...

The retired fireman who landed a starring role in Ken Loach's North East-made film The Old Oak is also nominated for ...

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7 months ago
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North East Bonfire Night firework displays - 2023 events, dates and ticket details

Here's our updated guide to Bonfire Night displays around Newcastle, Northumberland, Gateshead and Durham including f...

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8 months ago
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How a retired fireman from Blaydon landed the lead role in Ken Loach's The Old Oak

Dave Turner, who plays the landlord of The Old Oak pub in the newly-released film, can be seen on The One Show this M...

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8 months ago
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Another North East school confirms RAAC found as Government slammed for leaving families in 'chaos'

The library at St Thomas More Catholic School in Blaydon has been closed-off due to the presence of potentially dange...

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12 months ago
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Tina Turner tribute act among line-up for Gateshead music festival Big Sound

Coldplay tribute and a Simply Tina show - promising a Tina Turner celebration worthy of the late star - will be among...

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about 1 year ago
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Plea for people to have say on Gateshead leisure centre closure plans – even if your site not at ...

While Gateshead Leisure Centre and Birtley Swimming Centre are now at highest risk, the council has already changed i...

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almost 2 years ago
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Blaydon Race 2022: new route, road closures, and start time as famous run returns

The famous run is back for the first time since 2019 – but there have been big changes that mean it won't be followin...

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about 2 years ago
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Pub to open at Gibside as Firebrick Brewery adds to National Trust's attractions

Cheers! Gibside near Gateshead and Blaydon's Firebrick Brewery are teaming up to launch The Garden Tap Pub at Gibside...

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over 2 years ago
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Bonfire night 2021 - Newcastle and North East firework display plans for November

Here's our guide to Bonfire Night events around the North East

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over 2 years ago
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Gateshead Paralympian gets hero's welcome as he returns to work after Tokyo adventure

Lyndon Longhorne, from Blaydon, has returned to his job at EE's North Tyneside contact centre after he represented Br...

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over 2 years ago
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Watch the adorable moment Lyndon Longhorne's daughter, 3, cheers on Paralympic swimming star

With family unable to support their loved ones in person in Tokyo, Lyndon Longhorne's daughter is supporting him from...

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over 2 years ago
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Two in hospital after crash which closed Gateshead road near Scotswood Bridge

The collision took place just after 3pm on Saturday between two vehicles on Derwenthaugh Road

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almost 3 years ago
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Fuel and wheels stolen from Gateshead and Newcastle businesses in year-long 'campaign of offending'

A court heard that numerous commercial premises were targeted over 11 separate incidents between May 2018 and May 2019

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about 3 years ago
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Police searching for missing Blaydon dad who may have travelled to reservoir

Glen Carr was reported missing after failing to turn up to work and some of his belongings have been found in Cow Gre...

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about 3 years ago
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Beckleberry's treat boxes help keep ice cream maker afloat during lockdown

Demand for 'comfort food' delivers a boost to trade as Blaydon-based ice cream and patisserie firm relies upon local ...

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about 3 years ago
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Drag Race stars add extra Gateshead show to Easter drive-in tour

Baga Chipz, Ellie Diamond, Gothy Kendoll, Divina De Campo and Ginny Lemon are heading to Blaydon this April - prepare...

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about 3 years ago
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The Voice star Leah Cobb on her journey from the TV spotlight back to school

The future's bright as Gateshead 16-year-old Leah Cobb leaves The Voice UK despite a sparkling performance at Saturda...

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about 3 years ago
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Gateshead teen talent Leah Cobb is set to wow in The Voice semi-finals

The 16-year-old praised by Olly Murs and Sir Tom Jones is set to impress all over again as ITV hit show The Voice UK ...

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about 3 years ago
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Two arrests in Gateshead as police issue danger driving warning

A top officer at Northumbria Police has reminded drivers that "the laws of the road are not optional"

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over 3 years ago
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Gateshead leisure centres and libraries under threat in budget cuts

The Labour council's leader has warned of "difficult decisions" and slammed the Government's failure to cover local a...

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over 3 years ago
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Teenager dies after collision between car and pedestrian in Gateshead

Police received a report of a collision on the A694 at Derwent Haugh Park, Blaydon, at the junction with Swalwell Cri...

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over 3 years ago
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New walk-in Covid-19 testing centre opens in Gateshead

The new testing site opened on Thursday and will have appointments available each day

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over 3 years ago
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Mum couldn't get Covid test for child banned from nursery until she was tested

A Gateshead mother claims she was told her daughter wouldn't be able to have a coronavirus test, meaning she can't re...

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over 3 years ago
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Year 9 student tests positive for coronavirus at 1,500 pupil Gateshead school

The headteacher has sent a letter reassuring parents that staff are 'confident' all of those who came into contact wi...

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over 3 years ago
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Blaydon hosts Drive-in Cinema tour this weekend with Joker topping the bill

Daisy Duke's Drive-in Cinema Club will show nine hit movies over three-day run

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over 3 years ago
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Beckleberry’s cafe in Gateshead Metrocentre reveals new look

Icely does it - ice cream maker's dessert parlour undergoes a stylish makeover

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over 3 years ago
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Circus returns to Blaydon this week with plenty socially-distanced action

Week-long family treat is also offering free entry for NHS badge holders

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almost 4 years ago
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Two suspected thieves snared by police after tip-off from member of the public

A member of the public confronted the pair in Blaydon after reportedly seeing them stripping a car for parts

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almost 4 years ago
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How breweries are getting ready for the pubs reopening on July 4

Pubs have been closed since Friday March 20, just before the UK went into lockdown, though Downing Street urged peopl...

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almost 4 years ago
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A Virtual Blaydon Race - but the fun was just as real!

Blaydon Race runners showed just as much commitment to this year's virtual event, rising to the challenge and celebra...

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almost 4 years ago
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Newcastle brewery offers free beer to mark virtual Blaydon Race

Hadrian Border Brewery is brewing up a Virtual Blaydon Race Ale and has freebies up for grabs

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almost 4 years ago
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Pensioner's shocking injuries after thug attacked him in his own garden

Brave Robert Thompson released the horrific photos as police attempt to track down the person responsible

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about 4 years ago
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Drug addict targeted elderly neighbour and used his bank card to buy clothes

Mark Whitfield, 40, has now been jailed after burgling the vulnerable pensioner as he lay asleep upstairs in his home

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over 4 years ago
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Two week clean-up operation under way to remove rubbish from A1 grass verges

In previous years the clean-up has resulted in an astonishing 15 tonnes of rubbish being collected

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over 4 years ago
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Man and woman taken to hospital after crash closes Gateshead road

The A695 remains closed in both directions following the crash on Thursday evening

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over 4 years ago
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How villagers saved their local - and won national praise

Ye Olde Cross, in Ryton, Gateshead, could have closed down for good in 2018 but it's now a Camra award winner

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over 4 years ago
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Robert has new lease of life with specialist trike thanks to kind donations

The five-year-old has autism and a lifelong medical condition but is now enjoying life like any other little boy with...

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over 4 years ago
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Brexit protesters 'disperse' after police attend roundabout demonstration

Northumbria Police say no crime was committed but that the group dispersed after speaking to officers

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over 4 years ago
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Man drank most of a bottle of vodka before driving to McDonald's for breakfast

James Hall had consumed the booze between 6pm and 8am before getting "the munchies" at 8am and heading to the Blaydon...

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