Millions could claim up to £9,940 annually. DWP rule changes and unclaimed benefits affect those over State Pension age. DWP: Claim Up to £9,940 in Benefits, Key Changes Affect Millions Older folks could be missing out on money as high as £9,542 each year. The DWP said many missed a payment, potentially due to rule…
Mitchell challenges parole denial, citing unfair hearing and ignored evidence in the Jodi Jones murder case. Luke Mitchell Claims Parole Rejection Was Unlawful in Jodi Jones Case Luke Mitchell thinks the parole board cared more about a victim’s feelings. It seemed they cared less about his freedom fight. He went to court after the board…
A Gateshead owner seeks help to save her young labradoodle battling a tumour between its lungs; she says the dog means everything. Gateshead Mam’s Plea: Save Labradoodle From Tumour Okay, so I read this interesting article. It explains something about getting money back. You overpaid your taxes, maybe? Well, you might be able to reclaim…
Scottish Power ad featuring George Clarke banned for resembling his TV show, leading viewers to think it wasn’t an advertisement. George Clarke Ad Banned for Misleading Viewers A Scottish Power ad got banned. The ad featured George Clarke. He hosts a TV show. Viewers thought it was the show. The ad showed “George Clarke’s amazing…
Durham residents will see a police tax rise. This will fund officer numbers and community safety across the region. Durham Police Tax to Rise for Homes Council tax bills in Durham and Darlington will change. The police portion will increase. The regional police commissioner approved this. It’s a maximum 5% increase. Joy Allen is the…
New Sunderland train station faces difficulty finding tenants for retail spaces after opening in December 2023. Sunderland Station Struggles to Attract Businesses Hey, want to hear about Sunderland’s new train station? It is having some issues. The station’s southern area opened in December 2023. It cost millions, but faces problems now. Vandalism damaged the toilets…
A dog was abandoned in County Durham with electrical tape around its muzzle, unable to bark for help. Now safe and cared for. Dog Found Tied Up, Muzzle Taped Shut in Durham Someone abandoned a dog in County Durham. The dog had tape around its mouth. A person found the dog on Sunday, February 2,…
A County Durham lithium plant gets the green light! The project promises to create new jobs and boost the local economy with lithium production. Jobs Hope as County Durham Lithium Plant Gets Planning Permission Good news! They plan to build a big lithium plant in County Durham. Councillors said yes to the project, and it…
Newcastle is set to get its own Freight Island, a venue inspired by the Manchester location, combining food, music and entertainment in one space. Newcastle Freight Island: Inspired by New York and Manchester Success Newcastle’s nightlife will soon get a big upgrade. Freight Island is coming, a popular food, music, and entertainment brand. The first…
The musical Calamity Jane arrives in Sunderland starring Carrie Hope Fletcher. Audiences loved the funny, fast-paced Western show. Carrie Hope Fletcher stars as Calamity Jane in Wild West wonder at Sunderland The musical Calamity Jane came to Wearside. Audiences enjoyed the funny, fast-paced Western show based on a 1953 movie. Carrie Hope Fletcher stars as…