UPDATE: Gateshead Flyover Closure and Metro Suspension
Engineers are working round the clock to find an interim solution to reinforce sections of the closed Gateshead Highway to enable Metro trains to use the tunnel underneath. Metro services are currently suspended between Heworth and Monument as a safety precaution, following further engineering updates. Investigations are underway to...
NO BAH HUMBUG HERE, Northern Stage wows train customers with festive surprise performance
TO spread some festive cheer and convert any Scrooges in the final week before Christmas, Newcastle-based train operator, Lumo, teamed up with the cast of A Christmas Carol from Northern Stage, taking a special surprise performance to customers on the East Coast Main Line. The adaptation of A...
Newcastle United Foundation kicks off new era for girls in football
Budding female footballers in the North East are set to benefit as one of the region’s top sports colleges teams up with Newcastle United Foundation. Gateshead College and Newcastle United Foundation have joined forces to open new doors for female footballers in the North East, giving them the...
Dance City Introduces ‘Absolute Beginner Course’ to Make Dance Accessible to Everyone
Dance City is excited to announce the launch of its new Absolute Beginner Course (ABC) designed to help more people experience the joy of dance, regardless of their background or prior experience. While beginners are always welcome in most of Dance City’s classes, the ABC programme offers the perfect...
True Potential on a mission this Christmas
North East financial services and technology company, True Potential, is pulling out all the stops to surpass its fundraising goal for Mission Christmas, as it works toward a long-term target of raising £100,000 for the national children’s charity. Based at Newburn Riverside, Newcastle, True Potential has so far raised...
Savour a taste of the festive season at SIX Rooftop
Following on from its recent awards successes, including securing two AA rosettes for culinary excellence, achieving a listing in the prestigious Michelin Guide, and being presented with an OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award, SIX Rooftop at The Baltic is pulling out all the stops this festive season. During the festive...
Tomahawk Steakhouse, officially opens in Metrocentre ahead of Christmas
Tomahawk Steakhouse, a popular steak restaurant, is set to bring its signature style and flavours to Metrocentre, officially opening its doors on Wednesday 11th December in the upper Yellow Mall. A brand known for its high-quality cuts and unique dining experiences, the new Tomahawk Steakhouse promises to be a...
Aspire joins ScotlandIS Best Practice Charter to Champion IT Excellence
Aspire Technology Solutions, headquartered in Gateshead and one of the UK’s leading providers of managed IT, cyber security, and modern workplace solutions, has partnered with ScotlandIS to join the IT Managed Services Providers (ITMSP) Best Practice Charter. This milestone reflects the company’s commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and service...
Ward Hadaway strengthens team with 24 new appointments
Ward Hadaway has announced the appointment of 24 new team members within its Newcastle headquarters as the law firm continues to grow strongly. The appointments span a range of roles across various levels, from trainee positions to managing associate and director level, covering key sectors such as real...
Newcastle United opened the doors to a new club retail store at Metrocentre on November 29th
The Magpies’ new retail experience now open on the upper level of Metrocentre’s Town Square, gives visitors access to a wide range of official Adidas kits, training wear, clothing collections and exclusive club-branded items. The new Metrocentre location will be the club’s second physical store opening in quick succession,...