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Travelodge to open new hotel in Bridgend
Travelodge has announced plans to convert the former Waterton House office building in Bridgend into an 80-bedroom hotel. The hotel, which …
Business
Business
Family bakery celebrates 100 years in business
A family-run bakery in Liverpool is celebrating a major milestone - 100 years in business. The bakery, which has been serving up delicious …
Sport
Newcastle United youngster Rory Finneran earns first Ireland call-up
Newcastle United's 18-year-old midfielder Rory Finneran has been called up to the Ireland senior men's squad for their training camp in Spa…
Arts & Culture
Designer brings Little Shop of Horrors to life in Newcastle
Set and costume designer Verity Quinn, a proud 'adopted Geordie', has brought the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors to Northern Stage in N…
Arts & Culture
Super Mario World named greatest video game of all time
A new report has named Super Mario World, a 36-year-old Nintendo game, as the greatest video game ever made. The classic game has topped a …
General
New code of conduct for visitors to Beatles landmarks in Liverpool
A new code of conduct is being launched for tourists visiting Beatles landmarks in Liverpool, to help manage the impact on residential area…
General
DWP to change PIP review rules to reduce stress on claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions is changing the rules for Personal Independence Payment reviews to reduce unnecessary stress on claima…
General
Supermarket own-brand baked beans prove a pleasant surprise
A writer for the Liverpool Echo tried own-brand baked beans from supermarkets and was pleasantly surprised by their quality and taste. They…
Business
Folkestone retail park plans approved
Plans for a new retail park in Folkestone have been approved, featuring Aldi, Burger King, and Costa Coffee. The 11-acre site at Park Farm …
Community
Newcastle park cafes move closer to reopening with 10-year deal plan
Newcastle City Council has taken steps to reopen two park cafes in Exhibition Park and Paddy Freeman's park, which were closed earlier this…
Sport
Newcastle United rediscover team identity says Eddie Howe
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe is pleased to see his team showing signs of their former identity after a difficult few weeks. The team's …
General
Sir David Attenborough celebrates 100th birthday with national tributes
The beloved broadcaster and naturalist has shared his gratitude after being overwhelmed by thousands of birthday messages from people of al…