World-famous artist helps autism charity launch anniversary face masks
A CELEBRATED artist has helped launch special face masks produced to commemorate a charity’s 40th anniversary. Mackenzie Thorpe has modelled…
Chorister sings praises of hospice that ‘gave him his wife back’
A TALENTED pensioner has vowed to go on supporting dedicated staff at a North-East charity after revealing: “They gave me…
Darlington Building Society launches low deposit mortgage targeted at local post codes
Darlington Building Society has launched a new, low deposit mortgage to help local people buy their dream home. The new…
Free breakfasts for pupils as school wins support from national scheme
PUPILS at a North-East primary school are to get nutritious free breakfasts thanks to a Government initiative launched in response…
Businesses rally round fundraising cycle tour
BUSINESSES from across the North-East have thrown their support behind an ambitious cycle ride in aid of a North-East autism…
Four-year-old Theo is the good books after raising money for charity
A NORTH-EAST youngster is channelling his passion for reading into fundraising for two vital charities. Four-year-old Theo Baghdasarian, from South…
Dad pledges to run 100 miles in month for autism charity
A North East dad has pledged to run 100 miles in a month to support a charity caring for autistic…
North-East businesses pledge pedal power to support autism charity
NORTH-EAST businesses are backing a sponsored cycle ride in aid of charity that helps families throughout the region. Fundraisers at…
Darlington artist shows her gratitude to bus drivers with window gallery
AN AMATEUR artist has been praised for turning the windows of her home into a miniature art gallery to pay…
Racing against the clock to avoid being driven out of business by the pandemic
Companies worldwide face huge challenges due to coronavirus. PETER BARRON talks to one successful North-East entrepreneur striving to avoid being…
Charity volunteer steps into a new role after 12 years
A long-serving volunteer has spoken of his pride after being offered a job with the charity that cared for his…
Prostate cancer screening event cancelled due to coronavirus
AN event aimed at testing hundreds of men for prostate cancer has had to be postponed because of the coronavirus…
Live music venue celebrates Arts Council grant
A REGIONAL music and arts hub is celebrating after being awarded a grant to upgrade its facilities. The Forum Music…
Obstacle course challenge in aid of hospice
A POPULAR charity obstacle run raising money for a vital North-East charity will move to an exciting new venue this…
Charity praised as a “shining example” as MP opens school for autistic children in North-East
AN MP has praised a North-East charity for setting the national agenda for the care of autistic people. Sunderland Central…