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Caledonian Hotel to host evening of wine tasting
Oenophiles invited to join Premium Cellars as it launches online business venture, reports Alexandra Carr
Rugby league player carries torch into Jesmond
North east’s young volunteer of the year is cheered down Sandyford Road. David Whinham reports
Scents of Jo Malone reach Jesmond
Jesmond Dene House hosts afternoon tea with fragrance-based menu, reports Alexandra Carr.
Meat Merchant chef crowned best in North East
John Connell wins cook-off competition at Civic Centre, reports Alexandra Carr
As You Like It hosts Fashion Week catwalk show
Fashionistas can view collections from British fashion designers in Jesmond, reports Alexandra Carr
Jesmond restaurant to help international cause
Louis’ on Osborne Road to host fundraiser to help build school in Uganda, reports Alexandra Carr
Comment: Why was local election turnout so low this year?
Council’s attempt to involve local people in decision-making about cutbacks is great opportunity to increase interest in the running of Jesmond, argues Tony Waterston
Jhoom in Jesmond
JesmondLocal’s Kerstin Vogel and Alex Carr learn five key Bollywood movie moves with teacher Suzi Bradford
Opinion: Why are Jesmond voters so apathetic?
Spoiling your ballot paper is better than not voting at all, argues comment editor Sam Wood