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Houghton-le-Spring in Tyne and Wear is known for its historic Houghton Feast and scenic sites like Penshaw Monument and Herrington Park How is Houghton-le-Spring pronounced correctly Houghton-le-Spring: A Town with History and Attractions Houghton-le-Spring in Tyne and Wear is known for one main event: the Houghton Feast. This annual festival, which started in the 12th…

A new initiative in Peel will offer free weekly meals at the Philip Christian Centre every Thursday from January 22, aiming to address food insecurity and social isolation in the community. Free weekly meals to launch in Peel to combat hunger and loneliness New Community Initiative ‘The Shared Table’ Launches This Month A new community…

Darlington is among eight UK local authorities ranked ‘green’ by the DfT for road maintenance, investment, and best practices, with plans for further improvements Darlington excels in England’s pothole management rankings Darlington Borough Council Achieves ‘Green’ Rating in New Traffic Light System The town is one of just eight local authorities across the country ranked…

Footage reveals decay inside Gillinghams Canada House hospital sold in 2020 for £1.5m but left abandoned attracting trespassers Footage shows decay inside Gillinghams abandoned Canada House hospital Footage Reveals Condition of Former Hospital in Gillingham New footage of a former hospital building, known as Canada House, shows its deteriorating state. This site is considered one…

The medieval village of Birkby near Darlington was abandoned after the Black Death, with its ruins and church still visible today Medieval village of Birkby near Darlington now deserted Birkby: A Historical Overview Birkby, a quiet rural parish beside the River Wiske, was once a thriving settlement. It supported a community of around 60 people…

Five Arctic sled dogs, including Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes, are available for adoption at Dogs Trust Basildon, each with unique needs and temperaments. Arctic sled dogs in Basildon need homes Arctic Sled Dogs Available for Adoption in Basildon The Arctic sled dogs are currently at the Dogs Trust centre in Basildon. They are looking…

Shoebury hosts a BioBlitz event on January 10, where participants explore rock pools, record marine species, and contribute to biodiversity data Three events in south Essex this weekend Exciting Events in South Essex This Weekend This weekend in south Essex, there are three exciting events for various interests. From nature exploration to music and aviation,…

Claire House Children’s Hospice in Stockton Heath urges donations of pre-loved items to fund care for seriously ill children across Merseyside, Cheshire, and North Wales. Claire House shop in Stockton Heath seeks donations Claire House Children’s Hospice Seeks Donations for Charity Shops Claire House Children’s Hospice is asking for donations of good quality, pre-loved items…

Ardrossan-based Sea Cadets launch recruitment drive for youths aged 9-18, offering nautical and adventure activities in the Three Towns area Ardrossan Sea Cadets seek new young recruits Ardrossan Youth Organisation Seeks New Recruits The youth organisation in Ardrossan has begun the new year by searching for new recruits. The group seeks individuals aged nine to…

Essex County Council receives £68m in government funding to enhance bus reliability and connections across the county Essex secures £68m for bus network upgrades Essex County Council Secures Long-Term Bus Funding Essex County Council has confirmed it secured long-term government funding. This funding will improve reliability, strengthen connections, and encourage more people to travel by…