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Lonsdale uses social media to get its benches back

The Lonsdale had its benches stolen in twice at the beginning of the current academic year. The pub claimed to have clear CCTV footage of the incident.

Newcastle women’s safety group reaches £10,000 crowdfunder target in four weeks

A helpline to support women getting home safely has smashed through a crowdfunding goal, Alice Nicholson reports

Jesmond Library to reopen fully in January

Volunteers who run Jesmond Library say they hope it will reopen fully in January, resuming its place at the heart of the local community. The library closed when the first national lockdown was introduced in March 2020, but has been reopening gradually. “We used to

Jesmond coffeehouse applies for outdoor seating permit

Local NCL is in the process of obtaining outdoor seating to expand their café experience, following their opening in April 2020, Rachel Murphy reports

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

Fit Over 50s restarts at Jesmond Pool and Gym after Covid closure

Jesmond Pool and Gym has been encouraging the local community to get back to exercising this month. Its Fit Over 50s sessions returned at the beginning of October following disruptions caused by the pandemic. Offering a range of activities, from table tennis to “Nifty Over