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BBC News
6 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Newcastle youngsters 'heartbroken' by orchard theft
Fruit trees from a community orchard have been stolen, leaving the young people who planted them project by the D2 Youth Zone group in Newcastle's Newbiggin Hall area, aimed to bring nature into the the group, which includes a number of people with social or mental health challenges or who are neurodivergent, found 15 of the 18 trees had been Smith, a youth project manager at D2, said: "To have all that hard work undone by theft is just heartbreaking. The young people are devastated." She said the youngsters often felt they were "being told they're not good enough" and the orchard had been a way of creating opportunities for them to feel proud of themselves by doing "something positive for the community"."Because of the unusually dry weather, the young people carried 18 10-litre buckets of water each week to keep the trees alive."We had plans to train them in tree care and turn this into a lasting legacy." 'Kindness stronger than selfishness' Newcastle City Council is among the organisations that have partnered for the Hay, deputy leader of Newcastle City Council which is involved on the scheme, described the youngsters' achievements as "truly inspiring".He said: "The theft of these trees is deeply disappointing, but it will not take away from the incredible effort and spirit shown by the young people of the D2 Youth Project."We will do everything we can to help rebuild this project and show that kindness and community will always be stronger than selfishness."Northumbria Police has confirmed it is investigating. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Rhyl Journal
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe granted Freedom of the City
Howe masterminded the club's first domestic trophy win for 70 years in March when the Magpies lifted the Carabao Cup, and since then has steered the club to Champions League qualification. Some 300,000 fans lined the streets of Newcastle to watch the players parade the cup through the city centre. Days after the cup win, council leader Karen Kilgour put the wheels in motion for Howe to join Sir Bobby Robson, Alan Shearer and Jackie Milburn in gaining the freedom. That nomination was backed at a meeting of Newcastle City Council on Wednesday. The citation said: 'Eddie Howe's achievements during his time at Newcastle United are nothing short of extraordinary. 'Newcastle United is part of the fabric of our city with the fortunes of the club playing a huge part in the lives of supporters in Newcastle and across the world. 'Generations of supporters have never seen their beloved club lift a domestic trophy, and under his leadership we all now have treasured memories of a truly unforgettable day.' Ms Kilgour, a lifelong supporter and a season ticket holder at St James' Park, said: 'Eddie Howe will forever be a hero to Newcastle United supporters for his achievements during his time at the club so far, and I'm thrilled members recognised the significance of his contribution to our city by approving to bestow upon him the Honorary Freedom of Newcastle. 'That special day at Wembley gifted Geordies something they hadn't seen in 70 years, domestic trophy success. 'For a city that lives and breathes sport with a football club around which so many lives revolve, the wait to see black and white shirts lift a trophy at the home of football had long felt it would go on forever. 'Since day one, Eddie brought hope, belief and ambition back to the club and its fans around the world, myself included. 'What it meant was clear to see from the celebrations around London and outside St James' Park on March 16, and was projected to the world during the unforgettable parade through our city which brought hundreds and thousands of happy fans together to celebrate with their cup-winning heroes. 'More than being the man who brought silverware back to Tyneside, Eddie is a fantastic ambassador for our city. 'He is passionate yet calm, inspiring and polite, and handles himself with grace in the face of both success and defeat.' A date will be set for Howe to receive the Freedom of the City at a special event. The highest honour the city can bestow, Freedom of the City means Howe will have his name inscribed in the wall of the Banqueting Hall at the Civic Centre, alongside the names of other recipients.
North Wales Chronicle
28-05-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe granted Freedom of the City
Howe masterminded the club's first domestic trophy win for 70 years in March when the Magpies lifted the Carabao Cup, and since then has steered the club to Champions League qualification. Some 300,000 fans lined the streets of Newcastle to watch the players parade the cup through the city centre. Days after the cup win, council leader Karen Kilgour put the wheels in motion for Howe to join Sir Bobby Robson, Alan Shearer and Jackie Milburn in gaining the freedom. That nomination was backed at a meeting of Newcastle City Council on Wednesday. The citation said: 'Eddie Howe's achievements during his time at Newcastle United are nothing short of extraordinary. 'Newcastle United is part of the fabric of our city with the fortunes of the club playing a huge part in the lives of supporters in Newcastle and across the world. 'Generations of supporters have never seen their beloved club lift a domestic trophy, and under his leadership we all now have treasured memories of a truly unforgettable day.' Ms Kilgour, a lifelong supporter and a season ticket holder at St James' Park, said: 'Eddie Howe will forever be a hero to Newcastle United supporters for his achievements during his time at the club so far, and I'm thrilled members recognised the significance of his contribution to our city by approving to bestow upon him the Honorary Freedom of Newcastle. 'That special day at Wembley gifted Geordies something they hadn't seen in 70 years, domestic trophy success. 'For a city that lives and breathes sport with a football club around which so many lives revolve, the wait to see black and white shirts lift a trophy at the home of football had long felt it would go on forever. 'Since day one, Eddie brought hope, belief and ambition back to the club and its fans around the world, myself included. 'What it meant was clear to see from the celebrations around London and outside St James' Park on March 16, and was projected to the world during the unforgettable parade through our city which brought hundreds and thousands of happy fans together to celebrate with their cup-winning heroes. 'More than being the man who brought silverware back to Tyneside, Eddie is a fantastic ambassador for our city. 'He is passionate yet calm, inspiring and polite, and handles himself with grace in the face of both success and defeat.' A date will be set for Howe to receive the Freedom of the City at a special event. The highest honour the city can bestow, Freedom of the City means Howe will have his name inscribed in the wall of the Banqueting Hall at the Civic Centre, alongside the names of other recipients.
South Wales Argus
28-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe granted Freedom of the City
Howe masterminded the club's first domestic trophy win for 70 years in March when the Magpies lifted the Carabao Cup, and since then has steered the club to Champions League qualification. Some 300,000 fans lined the streets of Newcastle to watch the players parade the cup through the city centre. Days after the cup win, council leader Karen Kilgour put the wheels in motion for Howe to join Sir Bobby Robson, Alan Shearer and Jackie Milburn in gaining the freedom. That nomination was backed at a meeting of Newcastle City Council on Wednesday. The citation said: 'Eddie Howe's achievements during his time at Newcastle United are nothing short of extraordinary. 'Newcastle United is part of the fabric of our city with the fortunes of the club playing a huge part in the lives of supporters in Newcastle and across the world. 'Generations of supporters have never seen their beloved club lift a domestic trophy, and under his leadership we all now have treasured memories of a truly unforgettable day.' Alan Shearer has previously received the freedom of the city (Owen Humphreys/PA) Ms Kilgour, a lifelong supporter and a season ticket holder at St James' Park, said: 'Eddie Howe will forever be a hero to Newcastle United supporters for his achievements during his time at the club so far, and I'm thrilled members recognised the significance of his contribution to our city by approving to bestow upon him the Honorary Freedom of Newcastle. 'That special day at Wembley gifted Geordies something they hadn't seen in 70 years, domestic trophy success. 'For a city that lives and breathes sport with a football club around which so many lives revolve, the wait to see black and white shirts lift a trophy at the home of football had long felt it would go on forever. 'Since day one, Eddie brought hope, belief and ambition back to the club and its fans around the world, myself included. 'What it meant was clear to see from the celebrations around London and outside St James' Park on March 16, and was projected to the world during the unforgettable parade through our city which brought hundreds and thousands of happy fans together to celebrate with their cup-winning heroes. 'More than being the man who brought silverware back to Tyneside, Eddie is a fantastic ambassador for our city. 'He is passionate yet calm, inspiring and polite, and handles himself with grace in the face of both success and defeat.' A date will be set for Howe to receive the Freedom of the City at a special event. The highest honour the city can bestow, Freedom of the City means Howe will have his name inscribed in the wall of the Banqueting Hall at the Civic Centre, alongside the names of other recipients.
South Wales Guardian
28-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe granted Freedom of the City
Howe masterminded the club's first domestic trophy win for 70 years in March when the Magpies lifted the Carabao Cup, and since then has steered the club to Champions League qualification. Some 300,000 fans lined the streets of Newcastle to watch the players parade the cup through the city centre. Days after the cup win, council leader Karen Kilgour put the wheels in motion for Howe to join Sir Bobby Robson, Alan Shearer and Jackie Milburn in gaining the freedom. That nomination was backed at a meeting of Newcastle City Council on Wednesday. The citation said: 'Eddie Howe's achievements during his time at Newcastle United are nothing short of extraordinary. 'Newcastle United is part of the fabric of our city with the fortunes of the club playing a huge part in the lives of supporters in Newcastle and across the world. 'Generations of supporters have never seen their beloved club lift a domestic trophy, and under his leadership we all now have treasured memories of a truly unforgettable day.' Ms Kilgour, a lifelong supporter and a season ticket holder at St James' Park, said: 'Eddie Howe will forever be a hero to Newcastle United supporters for his achievements during his time at the club so far, and I'm thrilled members recognised the significance of his contribution to our city by approving to bestow upon him the Honorary Freedom of Newcastle. 'That special day at Wembley gifted Geordies something they hadn't seen in 70 years, domestic trophy success. 'For a city that lives and breathes sport with a football club around which so many lives revolve, the wait to see black and white shirts lift a trophy at the home of football had long felt it would go on forever. 'Since day one, Eddie brought hope, belief and ambition back to the club and its fans around the world, myself included. 'What it meant was clear to see from the celebrations around London and outside St James' Park on March 16, and was projected to the world during the unforgettable parade through our city which brought hundreds and thousands of happy fans together to celebrate with their cup-winning heroes. 'More than being the man who brought silverware back to Tyneside, Eddie is a fantastic ambassador for our city. 'He is passionate yet calm, inspiring and polite, and handles himself with grace in the face of both success and defeat.' A date will be set for Howe to receive the Freedom of the City at a special event. The highest honour the city can bestow, Freedom of the City means Howe will have his name inscribed in the wall of the Banqueting Hall at the Civic Centre, alongside the names of other recipients.
