Cost of living: Jesmond deli raises sandwich prices to survive
Clayton Road deli Country Whey says it has taken the difficult decision to raise its prices because of rising costs, even though the changes might put off some customers.
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Lovage bounces back from residents’ objections
Jesmond Mediterranean restaurant Lovage says it has overcome some initial opposition after taking over the former Sale Pepe site. Several Jesmond residents had objected to the opening of the eaterie on St George’s Terrace because they thought a Newcastle City Council notice of its opening hours and alcohol licensing meant it was going to be a club or bar.
Food outlets divided on whether Acorn Road is still good for business
Jesmond’s food outlet owners are split on whether the high rents they pay on busy Acorn Road mean the street is good value for money.
Jesmond garages offer money-saving tips as they’re forced to increase prices
Tackling the cost of living requires tackling one of your biggest expenses. Joel Bland reports from Jesmond’s garages
Omicron divides local pubs and restaurants over Christmas plans
The new Omicron variant of Covid-19 is causing Jesmond hospitality businesses to re-consider their festive plans, with some choosing to scrap special deals which might attract crowds. The Punch Bowl pub on Jesmond Road, for example, has decided not to offer any Christmas deals this
‘One minute a day’ challenge to get Jesmond moving in May
Jesmond Pool and Gym is hoping to get local people fit again wth a 60-second daily challenge next month that offers a chance to win a free membership.
Jesmond graduate seeks to further presence of eco-friendly business in Newcastle
Jessie Danger wants to give back to the community that helped her grow her eco-friendly fabric business, Hannah Currie reports
Newcastle Cricket Club scores big £6,000 for Covid recovery fund
JesmondLocal speaks to Newcastle Cricket Club following them reaching their £6,000 crowdfunding goal for their COVID recovery fund
Dot Bagels to open on Jesmond’s Acorn Road on April 1st
Dot Bagels, the popular bagel shop that opened on Heaton’s Chillingham Road just six months ago, is about to open an outlet in Jesmond, in the unit on Acorn Road that was home to a hardware store for more than 100 years.
Application for new housing worries Jesmond residents
A planning application to convert offices on Sandyford’s Portland Terrace into a 10-person house has attracted criticism from local residents, who say South Jesmond is already “saturated” with student housing.