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July 4, 2019

Arts & Culture

New ‘offline’ membership club launched to support those suffering from anxiety

A mental health professional from Tynemouth has launched a new offline membership club for people suffering from overthinking and anxiety. Swirl is an offline service in the sense that print materials and in-person meet ups are prioritized over smartphones and…

July 17, 2020

Business & Economy

WEWN and PNE Group partner to deliver new project

A new project supporting 48 BME migrant women to start-up in business is launching in Newcastle and South Tyneside. The Engage and Excel programme is being delivered in partnership by the Women Empowering Women Network (WEWN) and PNE Group,…

January 18, 2021

Business & Economy

A star is born in Sunderland

He may not be a household name just yet, but Chris Farfouris is on the verge of breaking into the film and TV industry after landing two major roles. Not only has Chris successfully auditioned for a key character role…

August 1, 2018

Business & Economy

Legal & General breaks ground at Newcastle Helix Β 

Legal & General has started construction of its flagship office building, The Lumen, at Newcastle Helix, as part of the initial Β£65 million it has invested in the site. This is the largest city centre office building, with private…

June 15, 2020

Business & Economy

NCFE and Learning Curve Group launch new climate change qualification

Education providers NCFE and Learning Curve Group have launched a new technical qualification in Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness. The Level 2 certificate has been designed support employers maintain sustainable practices as staff return to work from lockdown. It follows…

July 17, 2019

Business & Economy

Pop up initiative to showcase county’s food and drink produce

A three-month long pop-up programme to give food and drink producers from across County Durham the chance to showcase their products and explore potential routes to market launches this week. The event is a collaboration between All Durham, the brainchild…

October 2, 2019

Business & Economy

Durham County Council head-lease for Newton Aycliffe scheme

Durham County Council has agreed to a 30 year head-lease on Merchant Anglo’s Station Place phase of the Merchant Park industrial scheme, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. The agreement will enable the developer to secure a Β£5 million investment. The proposals for…

January 27, 2022

Arts & Culture

Sage reveals Β£10 million Gateshead events arena naming deal

A North East-founded software firm has revealed a Β£10 million deal to sponsor a major regional arena and conference campus.