Additional places released for government backed management course for SMEs following unprecedented take up
As a result of the recent success of the 12-week management course ‘Help to Grow: Management’, the eligibility has changed to allow two participants per business to complete the course if their business has 10 or more employees. SMEs are being encouraged to sign up for the opportunity to...
BBC City of Comedy closes with a spectacular night of comedy featuring Mawaan Rizwaan and Adult Film Club in Newcastle
Actor, writer and comedian Mawaan will delve into his comedy career – from making music videos on YouTube, writing for hit Netflix series Sex Education, to developing, writing and starring in his upcoming BBC Three sitcom JUICE. The event, taking place on 10 November 16:00-17:00 at the Tyneside Cinema,...
North East hotels celebrate night of success at industry’s Excellence Awards
After a two-year break, because of the Covid pandemic, one of the hardest-hit industries, a hospitality organisation, came back fighting last night and proved that they may have been down, but they’re definitely not beat! North East Hotels Association (NEHA), which was established over thirty years ago is an...
Final plans for RLWC2021 fan village announced as Newcastle gears up for party weekend
With eight days to go until opening fixture of Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) at St James’ Park, organisers have today released final details of what fans can look forward to in Newcastle at the Official RLWC2021 Fan Village on the Quayside over the opening weekend. Opening from...
greenbean launches donation stations in support of Smart Works Newcastle
A recruitment process outsourcing specialist has launched donation stations for Smart Works Newcastle, to help the North East charity make a real difference for women attending interviews. greenbean, part of the Galago Group, has established the donation stations at Quorum Park, where the firm relocated to in 2020. Smart...
Kaiser Chiefs to headline RLWC2021 tournament welcome
Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has revealed that the Kaiser Chiefs will be the headline music act as part of the Official Tournament Welcome event at St James’ Park, Newcastle on Saturday 15 October. The multiple Brit Award winning, indie-rock band will be a key part of the...
RLWC2021 teams up with Wor Flags to produce iconic display at tournament opener
Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) have joined forces with legendary Newcastle United fan group Wor Flags to produce one of their spectacular fan experiences at St James’s Park for the opening fixture of the tournament on 15 October. The popular fan group have been creating unique displays at...
Eurovision Song Contest update on 2023 host city
It was announced today (27 September) that Glasgow and Liverpool remain contenders to become the host city for the 67th Eurovision Song Contest. On 12 August the BBC announced that seven cities (Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield) had been shortlisted as candidate host cities. Following a...
RLWC2021 Reveals Tournament Welcome Details For Opening Fixture
Prominent roles for tournament ambassadors, sporting celebrities and local community hero Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has today revealed initial plans for the pre-match celebrations at St James’ Park for the tournament’s opening fixture between England men and Samoa, which will be known as a Tournament Welcome. Throughout...
The Poet and The City
Newcastle stands in front of the mirror getting ready Sam Ryder serenades in the background A backdrop of the night to come is seen in the reflection A wrap commemorates the end of a good night in toon The city known for its nightlight Where you go for...