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St George’s Church encourages Jesmond residents to join choir

St George’s Church is keen for more people to join its community choir – whether you’re a keen singer or not, reports Manon Sanchez

Small food businesses at Jesmond Food Market suffer effects of living cost of living crisis

Small food businesses at Jesmond Food Market are struggling to deal with the effects of the cost-of-living crisis reports Olivia Walters

Dot Bagel continues independently after Kennedy and Rhind closes

Some clarity has been provided over the sudden closure of Kennedy and Rhind on Acorn Road in October, Caitlin Gee reports

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

Over 100 copies of Jesmond calendar sold in first month

The Jesmond Calendar, produced by Jesmond Community Forum, is selling out fast, Roseanna Leconte reports

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.

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.