Jun 22, 2026
A Newcastle-based fitness entrepreneur is helping people rebuild confidence, strength and self-belief through boxing — after transforming his own life in the process. Matt McKenna, founder of Box&Build, launched the business following a personal journey that began...
Jun 22, 2026
A dedicated Newcastle volunteer has raised more than £600 for a maritime charity after completing a challenging one-mile open water swim in Lake Windermere. Angela Carrington, Regional Volunteer Officer for the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS), spent six months...
Jun 19, 2026
A North East businesswoman who transformed her life after suffering severe burnout is now bringing entrepreneurs together for a major new business event in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Gina Trick, from Hazlerigg, has spent more than two decades building...
Jun 18, 2026
A new independent footwear store is aiming to put customer service back at the heart of retail after opening its doors on Newcastle’s prestigious Grey Street. Barker at The Brogue Trader, offers more than 130 styles of premium men’s footwear alongside luxury...
Jun 16, 2026
A North East community campaign inspired by the legacy of boxing legend Muhammad Ali is aiming to bring people together across cultures, faiths and backgrounds while inspiring the next generation ahead of the 50th anniversary of Ali’s historic visit to the...
