Saltburn care home achieves “Veteran Friendly” status
A SALTBURN care home is among the first in the region to achieve Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status – ensuring…
NHS Business Services Authority CEO signs Armed Forces Covenant as mark of commitment
NHS Business Services Authority’s (NHSBSA) previous chief executive signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2018. Now the current chief executive,…
At your service – charity to deliver free meals to veterans on Armistice Day
A CHARITY is to deliver free meals to the homes of North-East military veterans on Armistice Day. Age UK North…
Launchpad helps veterans overcome challenges when leaving service
For most veterans, the transition when leaving the forces and returning back to civilian life will be smooth but, a…
Tommy the Silent Soldier is EDF Energy’s Latest Recruit
A Sunderland customer services centre has become one of the first companies in the region to mark its support for…
Singing for elderly veterans in wounded soldiers’ show
ELDERLY ex-servicemen and women living in care homes across Teesside were represented at a show to honour the survivors of…
Jason Raises Awareness of Mental ‘Elf
Veteran Royal Navy Petty Officer Jason Watkin, age 46 is raising awareness of mental health in veterans by dressing as…
Badges of Honour
SUNDERLAND'S ARMY of military veterans are being invited to help play their part in VE Day commemorations on 8 May.
Forces and Veterans Stalwart Named Citizen of the Year
A TIRELESS supporter of Middlesbrough’s service men, women and veterans has been named the town’s Citizen of the Year for…
Two war veterans recognised for outstanding service
TWO war veterans from Redcar and Cleveland have been recognised for their outstanding service and contribution.
Council pledges to continue meetings over DLI future
Durham County Council had pledged to keep meeting with veterans and campaigners as it develops how best to continue to…
Mowden Park takes on Heroes
Mowden Park rugby players took on a whole new ball game yesterday (Tuesday 28th July) when they played a match…