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Jesmond resident on mission to save world

It isn’t discussed as much as it was in the Cold War era, but the possibility of nuclear war remains a very real and daunting prospect, according to Elizabeth Waterston, a retired GP who lives in Jesmond.

New e-scooters already abandoned in Jesmond

They were launched just this week, but several e-scooters have been abandoned already in Jesmond streets.

Jesmond Community Festival to return despite pandemic

The 2021 edition of Jesmond Community Festival will go ahead in May, organisers have announced. The month-long festival, which has provided an annual showcase of activities around Jesmond since 2005, will feature a range of events, from nature trails and bike rides to poetry readings and tombstone tours.

Jesmond “carrots” win best neighbour award

Larkspur Terrace residents Tash Finchett, Kate Abery and Eleni Haines are among the latest winners of Newcastle and Northumbria universities’ Best Neighbour on Campus (BNOC) awards.

Green cleaning company arrives in Jesmond

Eco-friendly cleaning products could soon be arriving on the doorsteps of Jesmond residents, via electric cars. Lilla Marshall reports

Local restaurant unveils new sister takeaway Meat Sauce Fries

Meat Sauce Fries is the new takeaway in Jesmond. Megan Evans chats to owner, Max Gott

West Jesmond FC builds bridges with youth team

Charlotte Pickering spoke to West Jesmond FC and West Moor Juniors FC about their plans for the clubs future following a merger

Clubs and groups grapple with life online to combat isolation

Social, community and sports groups across Jesmond have become familiar with meeting online during this latest lockdown, but concerns remain for residents who may lack internet access or the necessary skills to operate technology such as Zoom.

Jesmond clothes bank offers warmth this winter

Food banks have become a familiar community-based response to food insecurity in cities like Newcastle, but now a Jesmond clothes bank aims to help people in need of an extra layer or two this winter

Tweets get children moving at West Jesmond Primary

Home schooling and online learning mean more time sat at a screen, so teachers at West Jesmond Primary School are encouraging their pupils to take a break and get moving with a series of daily activity challenges they send out on Twitter.