Mayor Kim McGuinness’s Trade Mission to Japan Highlights North East Export Strength
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has been promoting regional businesses during her first trade mission to Japan. The visit has…
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Made Smarter sponsorship of the Made in the North East awards
Made Smarter has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the 2026 Made in the North East awards. The partnership…
LV Shipping Expansion in the North East Gains Momentum with New Hebburn Site
Historic logistics specialist LV Shipping has strengthened its position in the North East with a significant expansion at Infinity Park…
Unmarked Police Enforce Weight Limits At Kendal Bridges
Unmarked police cars have been watching closely at two bridges near Kendal after a surge of drivers chose to ignore…
Roanhead Resort Plans Rejected Over Threat To Sensitive Wildlife
Plans to build a holiday resort beside one of Cumbria’s most sensitive natural treasures have again met a firm and…
Sunderland Smoking Rate Reaches Historic Low Amid Ongoing Health Push
Sunderland has recorded its lowest ever smoking rate, marking what officials describe as “significant progress” in the city’s long term…
Bradford NICU Accommodation Fundraising Reaches £3m Milestone
The campaign to expand accommodation for parents at Bradford’s neonatal intensive care unit has reached a significant milestone. Half of…
Former GMP Sergeant Dismissed For Gross Misconduct Over Sexual Comments
The dismissal of former Sgt Terry Mayers marks a stark and troubling end to what had been described as a…
A591 Lake District Closure for Resurfacing Causes Travel Disruption
A key stretch of a well used Lake District route has shut to traffic while essential repairs take place. Resurfacing…
Castle Hill Immunology Unit Earns National QPIDS Accreditation
The Immunology and Allergy Unit at Castle Hill Hospital has received national recognition for the quality of its care, following…
