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Students should volunteer at local market to reduce anti-social behaviour, residents say

The Jesmond Residents Association has suggested volunteering could help build community spirit, Veby Indah reports

Jesmond GP claims to be first in city to go ‘digital first’ with appointment app

Jesmond Health Partnership (JHP) on Osborne Road says it is the first and only GP in Newcastle to adopt a “digital first” approach to appointments with a booking app that allows patients to be seen much more quickly. The system, called Salvie/askmyGP, has slashed patient

Newcastle Cricket Club restarts women’s team in Jesmond

Women’s cricket has returned to Newcastle Cricket Club after a 14-month hiatus. The club’s women’s team, which was started six years ago, halted training and matches when the first lockdown was announced in March 2020.

International students to host virtual music and theatre event

Overseas students from INTO Newcastle University will perform in a virtual music event tomorrow (Monday 3rd May) as part of Jesmond Community Festival.

‘One minute a day’ challenge to get Jesmond moving in May

Jesmond Pool and Gym is hoping to get local people fit again wth a 60-second daily challenge next month that offers a chance to win a free membership.

Controversial Haldane Bridge decision rumbles on

All sides are unhappy with delay on a decision about the future of Haldane Bridge, Daniel Wales and Azu Mugnier report

XR encourages residents to take part in fight against Climate Crisis

Azu Mugnier speaks to Jesmond-based Extinction Rebellion member Chris Riches

Newcastle Cricket Club scores big £6,000 for Covid recovery fund

JesmondLocal speaks to Newcastle Cricket Club following them reaching their £6,000 crowdfunding goal for their COVID recovery fund

Student group organises litter pick for food banks used by international students

International students in Jesmond and elsewhere rely on hospitality jobs to make ends meet – which covid has put paid to. Local students are raising money through charity litter picks to support food banks that feed them