I am standing in Warrior pose. Not about to go into battle, this is yoga and only my third ever session. It is the beginning of a day-long retreat, guided by therapist Carole-Anne Knott, a petite woman with tousled, red hair and insightful brown eyes. Carole encourages us to connect with our strength and power. I …
“Always a highlight in the Trades Union Congress calendar.” That’s how TUC general secretary Paul Nowak described the Durham Miners’ Gala after another memorable and emotional event last weekend. Despite the best efforts of the wet weather, thousands turned out for the annual celebration and firm fixture since 1871, with this year’s edition the first …
Scrapping BTecs in favour of a renewed focus on a three-pronged approach to further education will ‘obliterate opportunities’ for thousands of young people across the North East and only serve to widen the region’s skills gap. That’s the verdict of experienced college principal Darren Hankey who is urging Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to ‘pause and …
If there’s one thing we do exceptionally well, it’s political pageantry. Yesterday (July 17) was the State Opening of Parliament, and the King’s Speech, setting out the government’s legislative agenda. In the morning, the Yeoman of the Guard conducted a ceremonial search for explosives in the cellar, thanks to the Gunpowder Plot. The Imperial State …
A North East-based champion of entrepreneurship has spoken of the pride underpinning her association with a university committed to unlocking potential by supporting disadvantaged communities. Caroline Theobald CBE is a nationally recognised figure in the business start-up community and co-founder of groundbreaking network group The Bridge Club. And after accepting an Honorary Doctorate of Civil …
For many years I’ve marvelled at the athletic achievements of friends and colleagues and barely a day goes by when my social media feeds aren’t full to bursting with pictures of race numbers, medals and triumphantly sweaty torsos. Most summers one of my mates poses proudly with large fish he’s caught in some remote Balkan …
Located within County Durham lies the small rural village of Burnhope. Despite being only seven miles from Durham city, it’s like going back in time; four roads going in and out, no pavements, some shops, a post office and… a vibrant community centre. What it does have, is an abundance of nature and wildlife. Beautiful …
Gateshead Pupils at a Tyneside secondary school are leading the way in tackling climate change. The youngsters from XP Gateshead school in Felling have been working with climate education charity SOS-UK to create a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for fellow students and staff. The school CAP project is led by 10 students in the school’s …
Funding chiefs have pledged to further fuel the North East business community’s appetite for growth after striking a landmark first deal in the region. Tyneside-based marketing agency B7 has secured investment from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II). And in accessing the NEL Smaller Loans Fund, B7 becomes the North East’s first beneficiary …
When the Grainger Market opened in Newcastle in 1835, there was a huge banquet to celebrate, with notable men of the city, like builder Richard Grainger and architect John Dobson, on the guest list. Meanwhile the women stood on, looking down from the balconies as the men filled their bellies. Nearly 200 years on and …
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