By Mark Tavender | Photography by Lisa Young
North Shields is steadily becoming a haven for talented creatives, and Marcus Reed is a prime example. His unique ability to fuse...
By Diane Wailes
Lena Margaret Ashwell (née Pocock) had a rather unusual start in life. Her father was Commander of HMS Wellesley, an old gun ship which was anchored at...
By Diane Wailes
Imagine being sent away from your home as a child. Away from your family, to a strange country where you don’t speak the language. That’s what happened...
By Mim Robson
Last month Mim Robson met for a chat with her 101 year old grandpa, Harold, and shared part of their chat in our October issue. This month,...
By Pauline Stewart
Barry and Bernie, the dynamic duo behind Barry’s Fruit and Veg, are more than just your average grocers—they are community heroes. With over 14,000 followers and 100%...