Green cleaning company arrives in Jesmond
Eco-friendly cleaning products could soon be arriving on the doorsteps of Jesmond residents, via electric cars. Lilla Marshall reports
Category Archives: Environment
“Pet cemetery” in Dene still brings comfort to many
The “pet cemetery” in Jesmond Dene had been closed for burials for years. However, it remains a treasured place for many.
Littered face masks cause concern in Jesmond
Rachel Wang went along Osborne Road and Clayton Road, and discovered 22 discarded masks on the pavement
Makers Market brings festive spirit to Jesmond
Christmas market takes place at The Pottery Experience in Jesmond, Megan Evans reports.
Jesmond Vale resident campaigns for plastic bottle recycling
One Jesmond resident is keen to see European-style bottle recycling schemes in Jesmond. Rachel Wang reports
Multiple sparrowhawk sightings in Jesmond gardens and parks
They may not yet outnumber its population of pet cats and dogs, but sightings of sparrowhawks are on the rise in Jesmond and surrounding areas.
Low-traffic measures divide opinion in Jesmond
The closure of Haldane Bridge to motor vehicles has been hailed a success by a local cycling and pedestrian campaign group which wants to make Jesmond a “low-traffic neighbourhood”.
Fed up with your fitness routine? Locals suggest these alternatives
Local exercise enthusiasts are offering fresh ideas for staying trim and toning-up during this latest lockdown
Primary students to plant new trees in St Andrew’s Cemetery
A group of year four primary students will plant trees in St Andrew’s Cemetery in National Tree Week, Rachel Wang reports
Local bee fans say “Let the Toon bloom”
Jesmond environmental campaigners are urging local residents to back a petition – titled “Let the Toon bloom” – begun by Save Newcastle Wildlife, that calls for Newcastle City Council to protect bees by cutting back on the mowing of verges and commit to a “comprehensive pollinator