2000 North East voices heard so far

People across the North East are being given the opportunity to have their voices heard and their opinions documented through a new interactive website.

With over 2000 filmed responses already posted on the website, and close to 150,000 hits since it launched in October 2008, FlipSide is already proving a hit with the public.

Glowmobiles world debut appearance

Steve Gumbley (left) and Brian Tweddle (right) work on the Munch Ice Cream Van Artists are racing against the clock to get three brand new Glowmobiles ready for their world debut appearance on Tyneside on New Year’s Eve.A pedal-powered airship, a musical art-inspired ice-cream van, and a pick-up truck turned Ice Palace, are gearing…

Free tickets at Newcastle theatres

Three of Newcastle upon Tyne’s principal theatres will be offering free theatre tickets to young people as part of a drive to reach new audiences.Live Theatre, Northern Stage and the Theatre Royal have been offered funding for the next two…

Public back move to save estate

Efforts to save a historic stately home in Northumberland for the nation are close to success, according to fundraisers.The National Trust is attempting to raise £6.3m by the end of the year to buy Seaton Delaval Hall, of which £2m…

Northern Rock charity gives £2.7m

The charitable arm of struggling bank Northern Rock has donated grants of £2.7m to charities across Cumbria and the North East of England.The Northern Rock Foundation cash will help poverty-stricken families and disadvantaged young people. It will also be used…

Businesses thanked for sustained support

Tyne & Wear Museums Business Partners have been showing their continued support for the region's galleries and museums despite the current recession.The Business Partners are all members of the arts-based business partnership, Connecting through Culture, and their membership fees help…