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Community Diagnostic Centre at Metrocentre Welcomes Its First Patient

A new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the Metrocentre has welcomed its first patient as part of a £18.6 million investment to improve diagnostic services for the local community.   The centre, a partnership between Gateshead Health and Newcastle Hospitals as part of the Great North Healthcare Alliance, will...

Newcastle Gateshead launches game-changing music city

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music and music development agency Generator launch Newcastle Gateshead Music City. Music City will attract further investment from national music industry and drive continued increase in music tourism to the region. Music City will improve links between education and music careers in the North...

Northern Lights Newcastle announces 2024 Christmas Village foodie favourites and new traders

This November, Newcastle’s iconic Leazes Park will be transformed into a magical wonderland as Northern Lights Newcastle returns for its highly anticipated second year from Friday 22nd November. Back with 14 brand NEW world-class illuminations, and two heart-warming charity-based collaborations, a spectacular lake show, a grand finale and a Christmas Village brimming...

MetroCentre welcomes Greggs and Newcastle United to town square

The Metrocentre Partnership has announced the signing of two iconic Newcastle-born institutions at top 5 super regional mall, Metrocentre. Greggs and Newcastle United are set to open in Upper Town Square later this year, underscoring the destination’s commitment to working with local hero businesses and bringing forward the latest...

INNSiDE Road Runners returns to INNSiDE by Meliá

A free, social, guided 5km group run, starting and ending at INNSiDE UK hotels in Liverpool, Manchester and Newcastle. Enjoy a post-run hydration session at the hotel, including fresh fruit, juices and pastries. INNSiDE Road Runners is in collaboration with local running communities Dockside Runners Liverpool, Croissant Club Manchester and...

‘Joseph’ cast announced to join Joe McElderry as Pharaoh

The full cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat who will appear alongside the previously announced South Shields-born X Factor winner Joe McElderry as ‘Pharaoh’ has been revealed and will take to the Newcastle Theatre Royal stage (Tue 10 – Sun 15 Jun 2025). Joining him as narrator...

The Offspring announce Utilita Arena Newcastle date to celebrate brand new album

Following last weeks release of their highly anticipated new album SUPERCHARGED, US punk legends THE OFFSPRING can now announce that they will return to the UK for a headline tour in November 2025 including a date at Utilita Arena Newcastle on Saturday 15th November 2025. This is the bands...

The Best Places to Visit, Dine, Stay and Experience in North East England Shortlisted in Prestigious Awards

The shortlist for the North East England Tourism Awards has been revealed, as a spotlight is shined on the North East’s tourism hotspots. For more than 20 years, the North East England Tourism Awards have helped to champion the region’s vibrant and diverse multi-million-pound tourism and hospitality sector and...

Fenwick and Greggs team up to launch UK’s most premium Greggs

This October, Fenwick is proud to collaborate with Greggs for the second year to bring diners another unforgettable experience. Following the phenomenal success of Bistro Greggs at Fenwick Newcastle in 2023, which saw over 8,000 covers within the one-month period, the two North East institutions are teaming up to...

Shipley Art Gallery’s ‘Recovery through Ceramics’ Programme shortlisted for the Museums Change Lives Awards – Best Small Museum Project

The Shipley Art Gallery has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award presented by the Museums Association. The Museums Change Lives Awards celebrate the achievements of museums that are making a difference to the lives of their audiences and communities across the UK. The Shipley Art Gallery’s ‘Recovery through...

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