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Evry celebrates fourth anniversary

The Evry partnership continues to create opportunities and improve outcomes for children and young people.

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New approach to repairs set to improve service for residents

New approach helps to streamline Council housing repairs support.

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Howaymanay is back

Newcastle’s biggest New Year’s Eve party is returning to the Quayside this year.

September 2026

'Let's quit smoking together' this Stoptober, smokers told

Almost half of North East smokers have tried to quit recently - and free support is available.

Local community at heart of £20 million investment

The neighbourhood board that will oversee how £20 million of grant funding is spent in parts of the outer west of Newcastle has met for the first time.

Newcastle fashion talent takes over Grainger Market

The future of fashion is here! Newcastle’s fashion talent took over the city’s iconic Grainger Market as part of the Fashion Britain programme.

Benton Park Primary School opens new state-of-the-art building

Pupils and staff settle into a brand new school building.

Newcastle’s Christmas Village stretches sky high

A new, bigger Ferris wheel will be coming to the Christmas Village this year.

Delivering real results in tackling anti-social behaviour

Newcastle City Council and Northumbria Police are continuing to deliver positive results in tackling anti-social behaviour, drug-related crime and community safety concerns in Newcastle's West End.

Charitable music service to expand opportunities for young people

Cabinet has approved plans to establish a charitable arm of Newcastle Music Service.

Newcastle Jobs Fair returning to showcase career opportunities

A major jobs fair is heading back to Newcastle featuring some major employers showcasing their latest vacancies and opportunities.

Wait time for sensory support falls by over 80 per cent

No one in Newcastle is now waiting more than 28 days for an initial conversation about their needs.

Shared ownership homes for sale

New homes in Walker now available to buy through shared ownership.

£1 million secured to transform youth services in Newcastle

Newcastle selected to take part in the Young Futures Hubs and Local Youth Transformation programme.

Newcastle sets out bold vision to become the UK's most successful regional capital

A new Council Plan will be considered by Cabinet on September 21 before being presented to full council on October 7

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