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Jesmond businesses welcome Autumn Statement extension of business rates

Jesmond businesses have reacted to the government’s Autumn Statement, reports Adam Perry

Mind charity introduces new ‘Mental Elf’ fundraiser in Exhibition Park

The Tyneside and Northumberland branch of the Mind charity will host the first ‘Mental Elf’ fundraiser for the North East, Ellie Thomson reports

Royal Grammar School students celebrate success in nationwide maths and English challenge

Royal Grammar School pupils received a pleasant surprise – certificates for their adeptness at learning, reports Olivia Courtney-Ashton

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.

Newcastle sports team raises more than £2,000 for teammate who died in tragic accident

A local rugby team raise over £2,000 to help make the roads safer, reports Robyn Booth

Exclusive: HMO application for 118 Manor House Road withdrawn

The controversial HMO application for residential property in North Jesmond has been withdrawn, reports Rhys James

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.