Housing in Jesmond could come under greater scrutiny following the appointment of local councillor James Coles to Newcastle City Council’s Cabinet. Cllr Coles, who represents North Jesmond, has become Cabinet Member for Sustainable Housing and Green Investment, giving him responsibility for housing policy across Newcastle.
A Jesmond resident says weekly student social nights on Osborne Road are a greater concern than Halloween or Bonfire Night, as a councillor says the council aims to maintain a visible presence at seasonal events. Brigid Joughin, who has lived in Jesmond for over 38
Six months on since the Renters’ Rights Act came into play, Jesmond residents and estate agents have said that those renting properties now have more ability to live how they want. Since the Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force in England on May 1st
With Halloween this weekend, residents of Jesmond looking for a last-minute costume might not need to travel far to put an outfit together. While no local Jesmond shop sells traditional Halloween costumes, charity shops and high street retailers are offering alternatives for those hoping to
Three years on from Boots closing its branch on St George’s Terrace in 2023, leaving Jesmond Pharmacy as the area’s only pharmacy, the independent outlet has undergone a major refurbishment. The refurbishment, which began in August, has improved the pharmacy’s appearance and accessibility. Superintendent pharmacist
Independent cafés across the UK are cutting their opening hours as rising costs squeeze their businesses, and one Jesmond café is among those operating on a five-day week. Awesome Frank’s, located at West Jesmond Metro station, remains closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, with owner Alex
Bus passengers in Jesmond Vale face almost two weeks of disruption from today (Thursday, October 29th) as Stagecoach services 32 and 32A are diverted during roadworks. The buses will bypass Jesmond Vale until Friday, November 13th, while Springbank Road and parts of Goldspink Lane are
A member of Newcastle Cycling Campaign has welcomed Newcastle City Council’s revised plans for Jesmond Dene Road, saying he would be happy to use the proposed route. Tony Waterston, who is also a member of Space for Jesmond, a cycling and pedestrian campaign group, said
Jesmond Community Orchard welcomed visitors to its annual Apple Day at St Andrew’s Cemetery earlier this month, celebrating local fruit growing while highlighting the challenges facing traditional orchards. The orchard, a staple of South Jesmond since 2009, hosted an afternoon on Saturday, October 10th of
A Jesmond café says it is up to three times busier when university students are in town, but other local businesses say they are less dependent on student spending. With students filling Jesmond’s streets during term time, local shops and cafés see a changing mix