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Lyn Woodwork, 80, who lives at Nunthorpe Oaks Residential Care Home in Middlesbrough, is featured in A Lifetime of Flavours: A Celebration of Food, Family and the Lives Behind Beloved Recipes, a compilation curated by Sanctuary Care. The not-for-profit care provider manages 109 homes across the UK, including Nunthorpe Oaks. Middlesbrough care home resident Lyn…
Below, we explore Vici’s commitment to sustainability, how it guides their development process and why it makes such a massive impact. A sustainable methodology Ensuring the prosperity of the fish populations that put food on our tables is essential for Vici, and plays a major role in their overarching strategy and daily operations. By continuously…
Organised by Durham BID, the week-long event provides a chance to explore some of the city’s best food and drink at unbeatable prices. Paul Howard from BID said: “There are some really good offers where you can try something new or if there is a favourite of yours, to go back. “If your favourite is…
The new restaurant at Rockliffe Hall near Darlington headed by culinary director James Close and his wife Maria, will likely be “a beacon of the North East and far beyond”. Found within the hotel, golf and spa resort, it will be “shaped” by the global flavours, emotions and traditions that both James and Maria have…
The major UK supermarkets have issued “do not eat” warnings for a range of reasons, including possible contamination with glass or plastic, and incorrect use-by dates. Several recalls are currently active, affecting products sold nationwide. Shoppers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow…
The major UK supermarkets have issued “do not eat” warnings for a range of reasons, including possible contamination with glass or plastic, and incorrect use-by dates. Several recalls are currently active, affecting products sold nationwide. Shoppers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow…
Fowberry Tower, a mansion in Northumberland, is now available for exclusive private hire thanks to a scheme by The Fowberry Foundation, a registered charity focused on long-term preservation. The house, known for its Strawberry Hill Gothic interiors, now welcomes private groups wishing to stay in a fully restored historic home. Fowberry Tower is now available…
The Healthworks Community Café, based in Easington at the Healthworks building, is the result of a partnership between Mental Health Matters (MHM) and the Wellbeing for Life service. The café, which launched on January 16, aims to support wellbeing. Emma Blue, deputy area manager at Mental Health Matters, said: “The launch event was incredibly well…
The Healthworks Community Café, based in Easington at the Healthworks building, is the result of a partnership between Mental Health Matters (MHM) and the Wellbeing for Life service. The café, which launched on January 16, aims to support wellbeing. Emma Blue, deputy area manager at Mental Health Matters, said: “The launch event was incredibly well…
For one of our first Best Of 2026 competitions, we have turned our attention to fitness, asking readers to nominate the very best gyms in Darlington and County Durham, and once again, the response was overwhelming. Whether you’re a dedicated gym-goer who’s been training at the same place for years and wanted to give your…
