Category: Lifestyle

The event, running from February 20 to 27, gives food lovers the opportunity to explore some of the town’s best eateries with exclusive deals and curated menus. From Pan-Asian flavours to classic British comfort food, 22 venues across Darlington are taking part, each offering their own unique dining experiences as part of the biannual event….

John Lewis stores will stock Topshop-branded items from Tuesday, February 17. The brand vanished from shops in 2021 following the collapse of former owner Arcadia but will now feature in all 32 John Lewis department stores across the UK, including Newcastle. Michelle Wilson, managing director of Topshop, said: “Today is about making it easier for…

They will take part in ThirdBite, the 2026 edition of BiteBack, a charity street food festival raising funds for Cancer Research UK. The chefs taking part in include Lisa Goodwin-Allen of Lancashire’s Northcote; Paul Leonard of Forest Side in Grasmere in the Lake District; Stuart Ralston of Lyla in Edinburgh; and James Knappett of Kitchen…

Kim’s Hair, on Darlington Road in Ferryhill, first opened six years ago – just before the UK was locked down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner Kim Lowe, 38, said the business has grown from strength to strength and two years ago expanded into their current salon. Now, Kim employs three other people at the salon,…

A Taste of Redcar and Cleveland will run from March 4 to 15, with hospitality businesses across the borough invited to take part by offering exclusive food and drink deals. Organisers hope the event will boost their trade, attract new customers, and showcase the area’s diverse hospitality scene. The scheme is open to all sit-in…

Andy Martin’s image, titled The Circus and the Graveyard, Peterlee (2024), was named overall winner at the Northumberland Open Exhibition 2026, which opened recently at Woodhorn Museum in Ashington. The night-time photograph contrasts the gravestones in a Peterlee cemetery with the colourful lights of a circus in a nearby field. Winner Andy Martin in Peterlee…

Andy Martin’s image, titled The Circus and the Graveyard, Peterlee (2024), was named overall winner at the Northumberland Open Exhibition 2026, which opened recently at Woodhorn Museum in Ashington. The night-time photograph contrasts the gravestones in a Peterlee cemetery with the colourful lights of a circus in a nearby field. Winner Andy Martin in Peterlee…

Cassia, located at Silverlink Retail Park in North Tyneside, announced the decision in a social media post. The restaurant thanked staff and customers for their support, saying the closure would take effect at the end of March, but that plans to relocate were in the pipeline. In a statement, Cassia said: “We are so sad…

Cassia, located at Silverlink Retail Park in North Tyneside, announced the decision in a social media post. The restaurant thanked staff and customers for their support, saying the closure would take effect at the end of March, but that plans to relocate were in the pipeline. In a statement, Cassia said: “We are so sad…

Kamara was snapped with the classic Teesside dish ahead of a live show at Middlesbrough Town Hall on February 15. He was joined by friend and broadcaster Ben Shephard as the duo kicked off their ‘Unbelievable Show’ tour. Shephard, posing with a box of the Teesside delicacy and fork in hand, said the chicken and…