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Boldon and Cleadon Community Library, on Boker Lane, in East Boldon.

‘The People’s Emergency Briefing’ set to be screened in East Boldon

The incident happened near the Ship and Royal, in South Shields town centre.

Drunk man was aggressive towards a police officer outside a pub

Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh injured his leg in pre-season against Roma

Liverpool bid £50m for forward after controversial NUFC sale

Corey Muizelaar (right) wrote the play and will star alongside Ben Robert Cunningham,

Theatre production from local writer to kick off in South Shields

Wild plant walks allowing residents to explore nature across Tyneside

South Marine Park, in South Shields, has retained its Green Flag Award.

Six borough parks recognised among the country’s best green spaces

Ann Walsh (middle) at the start of the final Jarrow Relay for Life at Monkton Stadium.

Jarrow Relay for Life organiser promises to continue fundraising

Manzambi had six goals in 15 caps for Switzerland by the end of the group stage

'Here we go' - NUFC £51m transfer hijack as Villa deal agreed

Brook Meadow combines lakeside glamping, wild swimming, cosy woodland lodges and relaxed outdoor spaces, making it a memorable countryside escape in Leicestershire.

Brook Meadow review: The countryside stay that completely won me over

Nichola Bourke (left) and Stacey Marley (right) have been hosting walking therapy sessions along South Tyneside's coastline.

Free walking therapy group encouraging more people to open up

Simon Jordan hits back at 'disrespectful' Bruno Guimaraes claim

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Whiteleas man brandishes knuckle duster 'gift' used for 'self defence'

Members of the public have gathered at the Ocean Road Community Centre for a screening of The People's Emergency Briefing.

Climate crisis film screening prompts a discussion in South Shields

Newcastle United new shirt sponsor.

NUFC next shirt sponsors tease announcement after £80m deal

West Boldon Lodge.

Environment group invites teachers to help kids get involved

Great-grandad with a ‘good sense of humour’ celebrates turning 100
A Hebburn great-grandad is celebrating a milestone birthday.
Ryan Smith

JB Gill set to judge Britain's Favourite Path 2026

South Tyneside ramblers urged to vote for their favourite path.

The average person spends just 84 minutes a day in the incredible outdoors

One in five Brits never spend a full day outside

Tom Nelson, co-founder of Nature Impact, and James Hilditch, co-founder and creative director at BearJam.

Ad Feature BearJam first to commit 1% of AI production budget to nature

Martin Brown has hit out at ongoing anti-social behaviour around the Fellgate Ponds.

Concerns over ongoing anti-social behaviour at a nature site

A third said phones stopped them being able to relax

Six in 10 smartphone owners want less screen time - here's why

Jarrow driver gets ban and loses job after refusing to take police breathalyser.

Jarrow driver refuses alcohol breath test twice - loses job & licence

A conservation campaign to raise £30 million to secure a vast upland estate in Northumberland for nature has celebrated passing the halfway stage thanks to a £5 million lottery grant.

Sir David Attenborough backs plans to secure an upland estate

Sycamore Gap - before the illegal felling of the tree.

How you can have your say on a lasting legacy to felled Sycamore Gap

Youngsters Adam Goff, Holly Dusher and Katie Chisholm at Busy Bees Nursery, Cleadon Village, were working with the Wildlife Trust in 2015.

Wonderful Sunderland memories as we celebrate World Wildlife Day

From solar eclipses to a bird murmuration at dusk, travellers are increasingly choosing moments - not just destinations.

Ad Feature Brits are setting their alarms for nature in 2026

Bruno Guimaraes and Lewis Miley

NUFC double injury blow ahead of Villa as surprise return teased
Newcastle United injuries: Eddie Howe has been handed a double blow ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup trip to Aston Villa - but one key player nears a return.
Dominic Scurr

Trail running, hiking and stargazing are also among the nature-based activities many are yet to try their hand at.

Millions of adults have never gone wild swimming or watched a sunset

The Hide, on Baslow Road, Eastmoor

I stayed at a cosy Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth Estate

St Paul's Harmony

Ad Feature St Paul’s Cathedral hosts harmony event

South Shields Town Hall

We're making good progress tackling our ecological emergency

Seek inspiration and get up-to-date guidance with this comprehensive hiking app

AllTrails review: the app that makes exploring the outdoors easier

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

How to feed garden birds cheaply ahead of the Big Garden Birdwatch

Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka reacts during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Newcastle United and Bromley at St James' Park on January 12, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC 'legend' set to return to St James' Park - £20m deal lined-up

Ad Feature Have your say: Public can comment on NaturePlan for Tyneside

November 23 is a day mathematicians and many others celebrate, in honour of Fibonacci and his namesake sequence and its connection to the Golden Ratio and the Golden Spiral.

Why do people celebrate Fibonacci Day every November 23?

Hair Loving's products are helping women across the country

Hair Loving review: biotin and rosemary shampoo delivering fuller hair

The research challenged a long-held assumption that promoting ecological benefits was enough to win over the public

Whether people really want mown lawns or 'wild spaces' in their parks

Bonaparte's gulls (top left) and a killdeer were among the rare birds recorded across the UK this week

10 rare birds spotted in the UK this week - and where they were seen

South Tyneside councillors have backed a new regional plan to help nature recover

Wildlife-boosting nature recovery plan moves forward

(Clockwise from top left) Yellow-browed warblers, starling murmurations, tawny owls, bramblings, and pink-footed geese are among the things birdwatchers have to look forwards to in November

5 special birds and 'spectacular' aerial displays to spot in November

A few of the experimental 'Frankenstein trees' at Yonder Wood

How the rise of the 'franken-trees' could help beetles, bats and birds

Dr Hilary says you can make yourself feel a lot better with just a spoonful of a very special honey - and it's cheaper than you might think

Dr Hilary Jones backs this £5.25 sweet treat for symptoms Covid

Don't cast that spider outside! He could help you out

3 reasons you need spiders in your home

An example of how the oyster cubes look.

Council takes lead role in deploying oyster ‘cubes’ off the coast

The humble mushroom could be the superfood you’ve never known you needed

Why mushrooms are hailed as the 'world's most powerful ingredient'

From chillies to pears, beets to Jerusalem artichokes, there are plenty of exciting fruits and veggies in season now

26 hearty, flavourful fruits and vegetables in season this October

The eight birds competing this year are all species in need of special conservation support

The RSPB has launched the UK's very own 'Bird of the Year' contest

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

(Clockwise from left) Fieldfares, redwings, goldcrests, and bearded tits are among the birds it'll become a little easier to spot in the UK this month

Four elusive and visiting birds you can spot in the UK in October

The weather over the past summer may trigger an especially vibrant display this autumn

Why autumn leaves may be more spectacular than ever this year

Asian-inspired KENJI to open Metrocentre store - all you need to know

These five 'rooted in culture' trees made up the top 5 in this year's competition

We have a winner! UK’s 2025 tree of the year crowned

(Clockwise from top left) Green woodpeckers, lapwings, great crested grebes and red grouses were all amongst the species trending downwards

3 birds new data shows are declining - and 3 that are bouncing back

There are dozens of fruits and veggies in season this month

25 fruits and veggies in season now - why eating them helps the planet

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