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.
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Community-run pool to reopen next week with hopes and plans for growth
Jesmond Pool and Gym on St George’s Terrace is to reopen on Thursday 3rd December. However, Newcastle’s Tier 3 status and Covid-19 restrictions mean group exercise classes will not be able to resume yet and will continue to be delivered online.
How to give this Christmas in Jesmond
Christmas will look a little different this year, but will also be a lot tougher for many people due to this year’s pandemic. JesmondLocal spoke to local charities to find out how we can help others during this Yuletime season.
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
Online events keeping Jesmond connected during COVID
Online events are being organised across the community to help Jesmond stay connected through COVID lockdowns. Charlotte Pickering speaks to St George’s Church to find out more.
Metro services need additional funding, Nexus says
Nexus, which runs the service, has warned of a funding shortfall, Iona Todd reports
Show goes on for improv comedy school despite lockdown
Lockdown restrictions have presented some silver linings to the comedy industry. Lilla Marshall speaks to Bev Fox about how Newcastle’s School of Improv have adapted.
Increased Operation Oak patrols divide Jesmond community
Police will now patrol student areas every night of the week following an increasing in funding to Operation Oak by the universities, Becca Gibbs reports