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Middlesbrough out of culture race but defiantly not down
Looking ahead now to Boro 2030
 • David Whetstone
Robson on his hopes for The Northumbria Mysteries
New crime drama on BBC One
 • David Whetstone
Young voices welcome Mercury Prize judges to Newcastle
Schoolchildren provide a musical welcome as the prestigious awards return to Tyneside for a second year
On your marks, get set, HOWAY!
Thousands of runners will see in 2027 on a new route through Newcastle city centre, reviving a racing tradition dating back more than 40 years
Sam Fender announces ‘Proper Massive’ return to St James’ Park
Newcastle gets first dibs as the North Shields superstar prepares for his biggest tour yet
 • Sam Wonfor
REVIEW: 2:22 A Ghost Story, People’s Theatre
Setting the scene for Halloween
 • David Whetstone
Mining memories under the hammer
From miners' lamps to pit tokens, a remarkable collection celebrating the region's industrial past has gone for £25,000 at auction
 • Tony Henderson
REVIEW: Our Friends in the North: The Thatcher Years
Reliving the ‘80s at the Theatre Royal
 • David Whetstone
Curated Culture 20.10.26
The nights are drawing in, but there's plenty worth going out for. Here’s our latest instalment of recommendations from North East stages and cultural…
 • Sam Wonfor
Calling funny writers who can follow Bridget Jones
Indy’s anniversary challenge
 • David Whetstone
Four Seasons, three gigs and a big week for maestro Maria
Vivaldi set to be autumn treat
 • David Whetstone
From Jarrow to Downing Street, again
London exhibition, petition journey and plaque unveiling continue Jarrow March commemoration
 • Tony Henderson
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