By Eva, 17 In the great North East of England, you’d be surprised by how different the citizens sound 20 minutes up the road. Varying from Geordie- the most popular and what most southerners categorise the rest of the accents as, to Smoggie, found in the south of the county residing in Teeside. But how […]
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Delays, Disruption and Missed Chances: How Metro Chaos Affects Young People
By Alishia 16 We’re told to be independent, to take responsibility, to make our own way. But how are we meant to do that when the system we rely on keeps breaking down? If you live in Newcastle or anywhere around Tyne and Wear, you know the Metro is a lifeline especially for young people. […]
Young People On… Women’s Football
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Northumberland Street through Photographs
Recently, our young journalists took a trip to Newcastle’s Northumberland Street to see the progress of the new developments there. The redevelopment project, which is expected to be finished by next year, will “create an elegant and high-quality environment that is inspired by the street’s Medieval history and will reinforce its position as the region’s […]
Feeling Safe In My Own City
By Jahni, 17 As a Geordie with Pakistani roots, I have always been proud of where I come from. Newcastle has been home to me all my life, and it’s a city I love deeply. There’s something special about the people here: the friendly smiles, the hearty laughter and of course, the accent. You can’t […]
Where can you watch football safely as a young person?
The Carabao Cup final on 16th March will be like a mini public holiday across Newcastle. There will be watch parties, and viewing areas throughout the city, including the Utilita Arena and Times Square.