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Roomzzz Aparthotels raises £45,000 in second annual Charity Week to support homelessness

Roomzzz Aparthotels is delighted to announce the success of its second annual Roomzzz Charity Week, which took place from 15-21 July. This year, we are proud to have raised an impressive £45,000 in support of three remarkable charities focused on combating and supporting homelessness: Simon on the Streets, St...

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Historic restoration of the Grade II listed Worswick Chambers and 93–101 Pilgrim Street completed

Ryder Architecture, in conjunction with the project team comprising of Avison Young, SHED Engineers, OOBE Landscape Architects, and contractor Bowmer + Kirkland, has successfully completed the historic restoration and extension of Newcastle’s Grade II listed Worswick Chambers and 93-101 Pilgrim Street. The multi-million-pound project will now be transformed through...

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Illuminated Sheep to graze pastures new this Autumn

The now famous flock will form a brand-new free Art Trail from the East to West of Hadrian’s Wall before coming together to light-up three of Newcastle’s most iconic venues as part of an urban adventure, thanks to funding from the North East Combined Authority. Led by Queen’s Hall...

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NESST vision achieves regional business recognition for Pro-Vice-Chancellor

Judges at the North East Business Awards have named Professor John Woodward as the Business Person of the Year for Northumberland and Tyneside for his work to develop the new North East Space Skills and Technology Centre at Northumbria University. Professor Woodward, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International) at Northumbria University has been...

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Davina McCall, Arriving in Style with Parkers Chauffeurs!

As the leading chauffeur company in Newcastle, Parkers Chauffeurs recently had the immense privilege of transporting Davina McCall during her visit to Newcastle. It was a double celebration for Davina, attending her daughter’s graduation ceremony at Newcastle University and the following day, accepting an honorary PhD in Civil Law...

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Outreach event in Newcastle ahead of national energy research institute conference

Young people in Newcastle are set to explore green energy solutions ahead of 500-person academic conference on battery energy storage in the city. Taking place from 10-12 September 2024 at Newcastle University, the Faraday Institution Conference will convene the community of academics, researchers, organisations, policy makers and funders around...

Lumo guest presenters Danni Delonco and Mutha Tucka are joined by Peter Darrant from Pride in Gateshead with just some of the many independent business owners from the bars, cafes and shops based in and near the railway arches on Wellington Street and Hymers Court.

Lumo takes pride in supporting local independent businesses

Tyneside train operator Lumo is showing its support for local independent businesses in Gateshead ahead of the town’s first Pride event this month, by showcasing some of the town’s hidden gems in a video taking social media by storm. Popular North East drag queens Danni Delonco and Mutha Tucka...

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A glittering event to sparkle throughout Raby Castle’s grounds this Autumn

A glittering experience is set to arrive in the North East this autumn as Raby Castle, Park and Gardens launches an extravaganza of light, music and storytelling. The Glittering North will be a celebration of the region’s Norse and Viking heritage, weaving together tales of folklore and myth, with...

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‘Homegrown’ partner promotion at UNW

Newcastle-based independent chartered accountancy and business advisory firm UNW has announced the promotion of Peter Sym to Partner in its Audit & Assurance team, making him the first person in the firm’s history to progress from graduate trainee level all the way through to partner. Peter, who joined UNW...

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Your Most Memorable Christmas at your very own country home

Ever wondered what it would be like to experience the festive season in your very own lavish country home, fit for royalty…? Five-star 19th-century country home and luxury hotel, Matfen Hall, nestled in the rolling hills of Northumberland, could be your Christmas home this festive season, providing you with...

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