Fly-tipping concerns grow ahead of January student move-outs in Jesmond
Fly tipping is back on the increase in Jesmond, which has ignited concern amongst residents
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Volunteer shortages hit Jesmond charity shops as national trend deepens
Jesmond’s charity shops are feeling the strain as volunteer numbers drop, making it harder to manage donations and keep the community spaces residents rely on running smoothly. Rising living costs, tighter schedules, and fewer long-term volunteers mean local shops are navigating a challenge that mirrors a nationwide trend. There are however plenty of ways for residents to get involved and make a real difference.
How Jesmond helps the homeless
Despite Jesmond’s familiar nightlife, boutique cafes and exclusive wellness clubs, there lies another side of the suburb that for many locals is rarely noticed. Behind its outward atmospheric and exclusive image, is a less visible reality. In one of Newcastle’s most affluent postcodes, many are
Festive spirit shines at Light Up Jesmond event
Mulled wine, music and festive lights brought Acorn Road to life, as the third Light Up Jesmond Christmas event brought together local residents, students from Northern Counties School and local businesses including Angel’s Share and LOCAL to usher in the festive season. The evening, which
“We haven’t had a quiet day”: Jesmond shops report strong Christmas trading
Local retailers on Acorn Road in Jesmond say the Christmas period has brought a welcome boost in trade, with many describing the past few weeks as some of their busiest of the year. At Oliver Bonas, staff say footfall has steadily increased as shoppers search
New efforts by police seek to rebuild public trust in Jesmond
Northumbria Police are taking steps to reconnect with Jesmond residents. Through new community initiatives and monthly drop-in sessions, officers hope to rebuild trust and strengthen ties across the neighbourhood.
Shoplifting surge prompts security warning for Jesmond charity shops
Rising shoplifting in Jesmond has sparked calls for tighter charity shop security, with incidents soaring and police warning the trend is likely to worsen over Christmas.
Northern Counties launches first police cadet scheme for SEND pupils
A special educational needs school in Jesmond has launched what is thought to be the country’s first police cadet programme for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Northern Counties School on Tankerville Terrace enrolled its first five Volunteer Police Cadets last month
Geordie Grand Slammers are turning tennis into a community in the North East
On Sunday evenings, the Northumberland Club hosts the Geordie Grand Slammers, an LGBTQ+-inclusive tennis club in the North East. Floodlights illuminate courts filled with chatter, laughter, and the sound of tennis balls. Players talk, adjust their grips, or wait for partners. While it may look
Local cafe scores major collab with Fenwick
Café Filto in Sandyford has scored a major collaboration with department store Fenwick following significant success after only 10 weeks in business. The cafe, located on Goldspink Lane in Sandyford, opened on August 29th, serving coffee, brunch, tapas and cocktails, among other offerings. Filto, which