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Green Party member says government’s new insulation scheme is not enough

Tony Waterston has said the government’s planned action is not enough, Joel Bland reports

Ukrainians thank hosts and council for support at Jesmond event

Ukrainian refugees and their local hosts have expressed gratitude for support received from Newcastle City Council at an event held at Jesmond United Reform Church.

Students struggling mentally as they’re forced to work extra hours to pay £8,000 energy bills

Eyewatering energy bills are hitting Jesmond residents right as a cold snap occurs, Joel Bland reports

Few EV charging points in Jesmond as north east councils struggle to reach target

There are only two electric vehicle (EV) charging points in Jesmond even though Transport North East says 28,000 charging points will be needed across the region in the next 15 years.

12 bin bags collected at Keep Jesmond Clean’s latest litter pick

A dozen bags were collected at the latest litter pick, reports Emma Davies – with hopes for more volunteers

Residents fear congestion if Dun Cow replaced with a dozen houses

Residents of Brandling Village in Jesmond have voiced concerns over proposed plans to demolish the Dun Cow pub and restaurant and replace it with 12 houses.

Keep Jesmond Clean campaigners in need of more student volunteers

Keep Jesmond Clean are searching for more students to get involved with their monthly litter picks, Emma Davies reports

Jesmond councillor warns of increase in student anti-social behaviour

Anti-social behaviour is on the rise, according to unpublished figures seen by Gerry Keating

Residents criticise council for inaction over Jesmond Vale graffiti

Graffiti around the Jesmond Vale area has become a lightning rod for criticism – but the council says it can’t do anything if it’s not told, Tom Jones reports

Households seeking ways to counter the rise of rats in Jesmond

Jesmond residents won’t have been surprised by news of an almost 40% increase in rat sightings in the last 12 months, with many home-owners and student tenants noticing an increase in the number of rats in their back gardens or taking advantage of the rubbish