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Ancient axe stuns detectorist
From a button to a bucket list discovery. Tony Henderson talks to a metal detectorist who lived the dream
New voices, old treasures: Museum reimagines 250 years of history
Museum explores new ways to present collection items as major gallery is revamped. Tony Henderson reports
Winners of Northern Writers’ Awards 2025 revealed
Support and validation for literary hopefuls
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David Whetstone
REVIEW: The Last Laugh, Theatre Royal
Comedy greats remembered on stage
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David Whetstone
Curated Culture 24.06.25
Our weekly recommendations round up from North East stages and cultural venues
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Sam Wonfor
Last chance to see stirring paintings by Sheila Fell
The Cumbrian fells come alive in Sunderland
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David Whetstone
Review: Hamilton, Sunderland Empire
A touring production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical masterpiece has arrived - and the cast are clearly not gonna waste their shot. *Spoiler* I've…
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Sam Wonfor
REVIEW: Carrying David, Newcastle Theatre Royal
Seconds out… and it’s another winner
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David Whetstone
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Culture Digest 21.06.25
A round up of some arts and culture stories from across the North East which caught our attention this week
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Sam Wonfor
Danny Boyle hails the North East as 'magic' setting at 28 Years Later gala screening
A special evening in Newcastle celebrated the region's starring role in the film as well as the young Gateshead lad who leads the A-list cast
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Sam Wonfor
Masala Festival promises a cultural heatwave
Celebrate the best of South Asian arts
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David Whetstone
Beatles auction finds are fab
The day fan Susan bagged The Beatles' signatures. Tony Henderson reports
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