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“A haven of calm” perfectly describes Carrie Eyes’ Japanese Head Spa in Lanchester. From soothing sounds to calming aromas, every detail is designed to help you relax. Carrie, a former radiographer, ...

An older woman sits in her living room, alone. She speaks about her day-to-day experience, an experience that a growing number of older people ...

The June 2026 edition of Consett Magazine is out now, featuring inspiring local stories from across DH8. This month's issue includes Sam Jafari's journey from Iran to County Durham, a community ...

A funding scheme designed to open doors for working-class documentary makers across the North of England has launched its fourth year, with applications now open until 17th August. The Northern Doc ...

In a quiet Brussels side street, a small bronze boy stands at a fountain. He is not large. He is not grand. Yet he is one of the city’s most cherished civic figures. His name is Manneken Pis — ...

Greencroft Bottling’s engineering team plays a vital role in keeping one of the UK’s leading contract bottling facilities running smoothly. Behind the technology and machinery are skilled individuals ...

From preserving the North East’s heritage at Beamish Museum to restoring their own historic home at Hollinside Farm, John and Rosy Gall have dedicated their lives to protecting the stories, traditions ...

From humble beginnings as Lanchester’s “Tin Church” in 1901 to the beautiful building that stands today, All Saints Church has been at the heart of the community for more than a century. Opened in ...