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Jesmond businesses welcome Autumn Statement extension of business rates

Jesmond businesses have reacted to the government’s Autumn Statement, reports Adam Perry

Exclusive: HMO application for 118 Manor House Road withdrawn

The controversial HMO application for residential property in North Jesmond has been withdrawn, reports Rhys James

Student vote increasingly important in local elections, says Lib Dem councillor

A local councillor has said students could dictate the outcome of upcoming elections, Hannah Gul-Khan reports

JesmondLocal hosts election hustings debate tonight

JesmondLocal is hosting its annual local election hustings event at Jesmond URC on Burdon Terrace this evening (Tuesday May 2nd), from 7:45pm to 9:45pm. It’s a Question-Time style event where residents of North and South Jesmond have the chance to put questions to the candidates

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.