In Full

Here’s our 41st round-up of 2018 of concerts, plays and other shows on in the north east over the next seven days, including gigs by Coheed and Cambria, the Proclaimers, Tony Hadley and Tom Robinson.

Reporter Charlie Bullough looks at how a once reviled part of the beer market is on the up.

People with a passion for trying something new have been learning to play pan drums with the Cramlington Caribbean Crew.

A comprehensive register of details about hundreds of ‘Manors’ in Northumberland has been launched this week by Northumberland Archives.

Applications have opened for an unusual festive job in Blyth this year.

A talented twinkle toes has danced herself into the top spot in a national competition - aged just seven.

Children will be given the chance to watch the making of a new BBC programme in Newbiggin this year.

Over 50s in Northumberland will be feeling the beat of the Caribbean in a free music session.

A Blyth-based choir is already in tune with local life-savers after making its debut.

Merchant Navy seamen past and present are to be honoured during a special event in South Tyneside.

A young Cramlington dancer has taken first place at a top event in the United States.

A children’s author has been offering inspiration to students at Cramlington Learning Village as part of a nationwide book tour.

Bouncy castles, fairground rides and magic shows were just some of the highlights at an annual fun day in South Tyneside.

A leading author has visited Cramlington students to speak about her new book’s link to war-torn Syria.

An arty project put together by Blyth residents is set to be showcased this month.

A blast of thunder and lightning didn’t stop Bedlington having a party in the park yesterday (Saturday).