Jesmond cafe takes lead in encouraging local community to become plastic free
A local cafe has partnered with a community initiative to reduce plastic use and promote the importance sustainability, reports Matthew MacDonald
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Jesmond resident awaits results from infected blood inquiry 19 years after husband’s death
The wife of a Jesmond resident who died after being given infected blood is awaiting the outcome of a long-delayed inquiry, Rhys James reports
Newcastle City Council claims some success in curbing Jesmond anti-social behaviour
New data shows a year-on-year drop in incidents dating back to the new academic year, reports Tima Saffan
Jesmond students seek transport alternatives amid train fare hikes
With train fares due to rise in March, students are having to work around the expenses of travel, Samantha Seidu reports
Jesmond coffee shop creates running club
LOCAL coffee house has created a running club welcome to all Jesmond residents, reports Olivia Walters
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
Jesmond cleaning initiative encourages student involvement in street clean-up
Keep Jesmond Clean urge students to be more aware of rubbish left on the streets.
Predicted fall in UK mortgage lending in 2024 raises concerns across Jesmond
What will changes in mortgage rates and lending mean for Jesmond homeowners? Adam Perry investigates
Gym spreads festive joy by providing gifts to children in need
A Jesmond gym spread joy this Christmas by providing gifts for children in the north east, Robyn Booth reports
Percy Hedley Foundation looks back on 70th anniversary year
The Percy Hedley Foundation is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, and JesmondLocal spoke to one of the schools under their management to see see the impact they have.