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Cheap student alcohol deals to blame for rises in anti-social behaviour, claims JRA

Bargain deals on drinks could be to blame for anti-social behaviour in Jesmond, reports Olivia Walters

St George’s Church reveals plans to develop new community hub

The warden at St George’s Church has explained to JesmondLocal the institution’s plans to build a new community hub, reports Manon Sanchez

Labour Councillor joins criticism of benefit strategy following Autumn statement

Critics have accused the increase to universal credit of failing to address the soaring cost of living, Hannah Gul-Khan reports

Mind charity introduces new ‘Mental Elf’ fundraiser in Exhibition Park

The Tyneside and Northumberland branch of the Mind charity will host the first ‘Mental Elf’ fundraiser for the North East, Ellie Thomson reports

Royal Grammar School students celebrate success in nationwide maths and English challenge

Royal Grammar School pupils received a pleasant surprise – certificates for their adeptness at learning, reports Olivia Courtney-Ashton

Eco-fashion festival aims to combat fast fashion

Jesmond based students involved with the Young People’s Forum, supported by staff at the Northumberland Wildlife Trust, will host an eco-fashion festival this weekend involving clothing swaps and upcycling.

Newcastle sports team raises more than £2,000 for teammate who died in tragic accident

A local rugby team raise over £2,000 to help make the roads safer, reports Robyn Booth

Callum Wilson’s NUFC shirt donation helps Mind shop raise £1,500 in donations

The Mind charity shop in Jesmond has raised £1,500 in their recent charity raffle, with the winner receiving a Newcastle United football shirt signed by Callum Wilson.