A Jesmond resident says weekly student social nights on Osborne Road are a greater concern than Halloween or Bonfire Night, as a councillor says the council aims to maintain a visible presence at seasonal events. Brigid Joughin, who has lived in Jesmond for over 38
With Halloween this weekend, residents of Jesmond looking for a last-minute costume might not need to travel far to put an outfit together. While no local Jesmond shop sells traditional Halloween costumes, charity shops and high street retailers are offering alternatives for those hoping to
Northumbria and Newcastle universities say they have received “a number of complaints” from local residents regarding noise and antisocial behaviour in the community and have warned students not to let behaviour get out of control on Halloween. Newcastle University Student Services sent an email this
Pumpkins, witches and black cats – children have a chance to kick-off Halloween 2022 today (Tuesday 25 October) with a Halloween Craft event at Jesmond Library. The 90-minute session begins at 2pm and provides safe and fun activities for children aged 3-8 years, accompanied by
No fees, no forms, no prizes, no picnic tea. This year, the Toffee Apple Ted Trial was rather special. However, many children and grown-ups still enjoyed themselves in this Halloween event.
Louis Miller reports on the increased police presence you’ll see on Jesmond’s streets this Halloween
Reports of antisocial behaviour in Jesmond have risen in the run-up to Halloween after a university sports team caused disruption to Jesmond residents last week
Children and parents took part in pumpkin carving and a ‘Bogus Boo’ themed night-time walk around Jesmond Dene on Friday 28th
Phillip Casey looks back at Northumbria Police’s Halloween crackdown on anti-social behaviour
Pumpkin pie tart, spider cupcakes and themed ice cream at Jesmond’s cafes and bakeries, reports Alex Carr