5th November 2024
Going for growth: Morpeth leads the way on the East Coast Main Line
Morpeth is showing signs of significant growth for customer journeys on the East Coast Main Line with new data release by the popular open access operator, Lumo. Lumo believes the surge in demand for its services is due to a combination of an increasing focus on sustainability by leisure...
5th November 2024
UK print giants hire experienced ecommerce expert
A UK print organisation has announced its intentions in digital with the appointment of a new ecommerce consultant. Sunderland-based operation WTTB, formerly known as Where The Trade Buys, has installed Scott Holland to advise the board on the businesses digital and ecommerce strategies. WTTB has become one of the...
4th November 2024
Region welcomes European media to mark launch of new easyJet routes
Travel journalists and social media influencers from Netherlands and France enjoyed a weekend exploring the North East to mark the launch of two new routes into Newcastle International Airport. The media were invited to see what was on offer in the destination, following easyJet’s new daily flights from Amsterdam...
1st November 2024
Keith Merrin recognised as one of the 50 most influential museum leaders in the world
A “forward-thinking” North East museum director has been named as one of the sector’s most influential leaders worldwide. Keith Merrin – Director of Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums – features in the Blooloop 50 Museum Influencer List, announced on 31 October 2024. The list highlights key individuals whose...
1st November 2024
The Glasshouse announces £2m donation from The Foyle Foundation
The Glasshouse is announcing a major, £2m donation from The Foyle Foundation to support its work with young people. Already reaching over 50,000 young people each year, the donation will support the music charity to grow and develop its work, under the banner of a new Music Academy for...
31st October 2024
MetroCentre signs Reiss, enhancing Red Mall’s prime fashion offer
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that fashion retailer, Reiss, has signed at Metrocentre, further demonstrating the top 5 super regional mall’s momentum in securing highly sought-after and premium brands. Reiss will open a 3,933 sq ft space in Lower Red Mall in mid-November, stocking menswear, womenswear & accessories....
29th October 2024
Café Mercy and Hjem collaborate for exclusive Oyster Shucking special
The renowned cocktail bar Café Mercy and Michelin-starred restaurant Hjem are delighted to announce a one-off collaboration “Oyster Shucking Special”; pairing fresh oysters with premium cocktails and fine wine. On Sunday 10th November, Café Mercy will host an exclusive oyster shucking special at their Grey Street cocktail café in...
29th October 2024
Baltic charity firewalk to raise money for people affected by cancer
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and cancer charity Maggie’s are seeking brave people from across the North East to raise funds for people with cancer by taking part in a charity firewalk. Taking place on Baltic Square in Gateshead on Thursday 14 November, Walk on Fire will see charity...
25th October 2024
Time to light up the city for Christmas
It’s official, the start of Newcastle’s Christmas is nearly here, as details are announced for this year’s Christmas lights switch on. Newcastle City Council will again be working with Hits Radio North East (formerly Metro Radio), and breakfast show presenters Steve and Karen will be taking centre stage alongside...
25th October 2024
Exciting future ahead as KLM and Newcastle Airport celebrate 40 years of partnership
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is celebrating a landmark 40 years of partnership with Newcastle Airport this week. The airline has played a pivotal role in connecting the North East to the world and has been a key driver for investment and growth in the region. Starting in October 1984,...