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A smiling blonde woman wearing a black polo shirt and black trousers stands next to a white sign for the Lanchester Garden Centre.

Lanchester Garden Centre: a family day out that keeps on growing

A zoo, a playroom, a duck pond, a restaurant and a new ice cream parlour: Lanchester Garden Centre has been built with families firmly in mind.

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

From Consett to NCAA Division I: Max Aken-Tyers

Consett's Max Aken-Tyers is assistant men's soccer coach at Fairleigh Dickinson University, an NCAA Division I programme just outside New York City.

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

Santa Claus wearing glasses and a green vest with a surprised expression stands next to a decorated Christmas tree, with two female elves also visible.

Vicky Pattison Launches Eldon Square’s Christmas Central Campaign with a Heartwarming Mission

With gifts making up 58% of the average UK Christmas budget this year, finding the perfect present remains a priority for many shoppers. For TV personality Vicky Pattison, however, it’s not simply…

Newcastle Magazine·31 October 2026

Creative Writing

A magazine hero image displaying the title "Four Truths and a Lie" in large white font, with "A short story by John McArdle" below it in smaller italicized white font, all against a dark background.

Four Truths and a Lie by John McArdle

When Frank turns seventy, his granddaughter gives him a game: four truths and one lie. A short story about Evelyn next door, a biscuit tin under the runner beans and the works whistle.

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

A black and white photograph shows a youth football team posing together on a field.

The Lost Boys of Medomsley

They grew up in the Medomsley Cottage Homes, went to the Front in the First World War and never came home. Their story is on show at Consett Library throughout November.

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

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Health & Wellbeing

A man in glasses wearing a black jacket with a neon green trim sits in a white rowing scull on dark water, holding an oar, with water splashing around him against a dark background of trees.

County Durham Man Living with Parkinson’s Inspires Others Through the Power of Rowing

Durham Magazine·31 October 2026

Community Stories

A group of six people stand in front of a tall, stone war memorial with a cross at the top, flanked by two decorative benches.

Consett Remembrance Parade 2026: Sunday 8 November

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

Seven women in black t-shirts and trousers hold microphones and sing or speak, with a brick wall and windows in the background.

Solihull Performing Arts Academy Expands on 21st Anniversary

Birmingham Magazine·31 October 2026

Seven people stand in front of a tall war memorial with a cross at the top, under a clear blue sky, with the words "CONSETT MAGAZINE" overlayed at the top.

November 2026 Consett Magazine Print Edition

Consett Magazine·2 November 2026

Community Events

A stone monument with the inscription 'THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE' is surrounded by hundreds of poppy wreaths and floral tributes.

Southampton to Honour the Fallen at Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service

Southampton Magazine· Southampton·31 October 2026

Guide Dog Puppies Enjoy Spooktacular Halloween Adventure in Cheshire

Chester Magazine· Chester·31 October 2026

Three men stand side-by-side in front of a green fence, each holding up a white and red striped soccer jersey.

Gosforth Bohemians Secure Local Backing as Pitch Hub Plans Grow

Newcastle Magazine·31 October 2026

Five people, four women and one man, stand behind a black table with a sign for Employability Durham, and a pink banner is visible behind them.

Free Employment Support Offered to County Durham Workers Following Clayton Glass Closure

Durham Magazine·30 October 2026

Awards & Recognition

A man in a black suit and blue tie stands on carpeted steps in front of ornate wooden walls with patterned wallpaper.

Former Mayor Dave Budd Awarded Freedom of the Borough of Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough Magazine· Middlesbrough·30 October 2026

A large group of people are gathered for a photo, with men mostly in casual button-down shirts and women in dresses, standing in front of a shiny wall decorated with green and silver balloons.

Derby IT Firm PKF Infuse Celebrates 25 Years of Support

Derby Magazine· Derby·30 October 2026

Community Events

A large white cross stands prominently among numerous smaller wooden crosses, each adorned with a red poppy, placed in green grass, with wreaths and other memorials in the background.

Croydon Civic Leaders Invite Residents to Annual Remembrance Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Croydon Magazine· London·30 October 2026

Six young adults pose with copies of a cookbook titled "Cook Like a Champ" in front of a window decorated with purple, yellow, and silver balloons.

Edinburgh Care Leavers Launch 'Cook Like a Champ' Cookbook to Support Young People

Edinburgh Magazine·30 October 2026

Health & Wellbeing

Birmingham Launches Dedicated Youth Hub to Support Health, Careers, and Skills

Birmingham Magazine·30 October 2026

A large decorated Christmas tree with a golden bow stands to the left of several blue vendor tents labeled "Bedford Markets" in front of a grand stone building under a partly cloudy sky.

Bedford Borough Council Announces Dates for 2026 Christmas Events and Light Switch-Ons

Bedford Magazine· Bedford·30 October 2026

A modern train station interior with a high, metal-latticed ceiling and large windows, showing several people walking or waiting on the spacious platform.

Leeds Station Set for £300 Million Transformation by 2030

Leeds Magazine·29 October 2026

Council / Government Updates

An aerial view shows a large stone building with a modern extension, a tennis court, and residential areas surrounded by trees under a sunny sky.

Aberdeen’s £29 Million St Peter’s RC School Redevelopment Reaches Major Milestone

Aberdeen Magazine· Aberdeen·31 October 2026

Community Events

A festive illustration depicts a Christmas market scene with a prominent clock tower, a Ferris wheel, a band performing on a stage, and a large decorated Christmas tree, surrounded by people enjoying the event.

Epsom Prepares for Special Christmas Lights Switch-On Celebration

Epsom Magazine·31 October 2026

A smiling man wearing a plaid shirt and beanie holds two small potted trees, standing in a wooded area with fallen leaves on the ground.

Leicestershire Offers Free Trees and Hedgerows to Help Make County Greener

Leicester Magazine· Leicester·31 October 2026

Awards & Recognition

A modern, curved white brick building with numerous windows on multiple floors, featuring a sign that reads 'EALING STUDIOS' on a curved fascia below the third floor, with a clear blue sky in the background.

Ealing Celebrates Outstanding Architecture and Community Projects at Annual Awards

Ealing Magazine· London·31 October 2026

Charity & Volunteering

Crawley Teenager Reaches Highest Rank in St John Ambulance Cadets

Crawley Magazine· Crawley·31 October 2026

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