We've had a bit of good news since the last edition. Ten of our parks have won Green Flag Awards.
This issue also sees children all over the city going back to school, some for the first time. Our feature on the first day of school gives parents advice about what to expect and we've asked grown ups to remember their first day.
We also have the Great North Run taking place on the 19 September. The city will be full of runners and their supporters that weekend, creating a great atmosphere for locals and those who have travelled to take part.
And our first book festival is taking place on the weekend of the 6 to 7 October. You can meet and hear some local authors talk about their books and how they right them. We've got an interview with former Newcastle policeman and local crime writer, Graham Pears too.
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You could be a record breakerStaff at council company Palatine Beds are aiming to break an unusual world record. The company provides job opportunities for people with disabilities.
QuayLinkAn ultra-modern fleet of bright yellow QuayLink buses are now travelling on a riverside route around Newcastle and Gateshead.
Minding our moneyHardly a day goes by without a new announcement on government funding.
Juice Juice celebrates the creativity of children and young people from zero to 18.
Thank you for complaining We try to get things right first time, but when we have let you down in some way, we need to know about it. We have various ways that you can let us know about problems you’ve had or give us your ideas for improvements we could make
Discover our city’s treasures during Heritage Open Days Be part of the biggest annual celebration of Newcastle’s heritage.
Books on Tyne Newcastle's Book FestivalOur first book festival, celebrating the best of the region, takes place at Newcastle City Library on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 November. We've got an interview with local crime novelist Graham Pears.
Motivated to get fit? Has the Great North Run made you feel that you want to get fit? Well, Active Newcastle has a range of things to get you back in the flow of fitness.
Great North Run On the weekend of Friday 17 to Sunday 19 September, up to 54,000 runners will descend upon Tyneside to take part in the Bupa 30th Great North Run.
Time for a coffee? If so, you may want to call into Starbucks in Old Eldon Square, where you are likely to meet Jenny, one of the recent additions to the team.
Your finances: Newcastle Debt AdviceNewcastle’s debt advice team provides free advice and information about the different options and support available
Enterprising Newcastle – Be inspired Our Newcastle Enterprise Package has helped and supported hundreds of people into business over the past 18 months. With funding of over £3M, it supports the development, growth and sustainability of enterprise throughout Newcastle.
Have your say on social housing Tell us what you think about our plans on how and who to let our social housing to.
Show a little Respect Showing a little bit more respect can make our communities better places to live. That’s the message from Northumbria Police this summer as they crack down on anti-social behaviour.
Your finances: Do you benefit?Find out more about the Disability Living Allowance
Your finances: Are you in the deep with loan sharks?When you’re facing financial problems, a loan may seem like the answer to your prayers. But be careful. A £300 loan, could find you having to pay thousands of pounds of interest if you take the loan with the wrong person.
2011 Census Next March everyone will be asked to take part in the 2011 Census which will give us a representation of life in this country.
News from Bridging NewcastleGatesheadFind out about what Bridging NewcastleGateshead has been doing since it started seven years ago.
Everyone's tomorrow: It takes seconds… It takes years to build up memories – and just seconds for them to go up in flames – that’s the warning from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service. Research has shown that if you are over 60, you are twice as likely to be killed or injured in a house fire.
Healthy Newcastle: News from Newcastle PCTFind out how your pharmacy can help with headlice, what to do if you need a Plan B with contraception and give your views on government plans for PCTs and pharmacies.
Everyone’s tomorrow - Home Sweet Home Home may not be so sweet if you are an older person who is finding it hard to keep on top of the garden, the odd jobs, or your house no longer suits your needs. Here are a few key services to help you if you own or privately rent your home.
Healthy Newcastle: Be drink awareAlcohol Awareness Week 2010 runs from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 October, and this year will focus on the impact of alcohol on young people.
Local people helping Scotswood take shapeCreating a new neighbourhood in Scotswood has brought work into the local community, with the promise of many more jobs to come when construction starts.
Neighbourhood chartersEvery household in the city will be getting their own neighbourhood charter from September this year.
Keep Backing Byker The momentum is picking up around the vote for a Community Trust in Byker. A series of events gave tenants the opportunity to help decide what the proposed trust should look like.
Every child matters noticeboard Find out about next year' school application deadlines, free school meals and support for carers of disabled children.
What do you remember about your first day at school?We went to Tesco’s in Kingston Park to ask shoppers what they remembered about their first day at school.
First day at school The first week in September won’t just be the first day back at school for some children. It could be their very first day!
Advice for the first day of school June Foster is the award-winning Executive Headteacher for the Arthur’s Hill Federation of Schools. We asked her to give us some advice for parents whose children are going to school for the first time.
North East England UK School Games The North East England UK School Games will be coming to Newcastle and Gateshead in the first week of September.
Our Newcastle: Want to recycle more? Find out how you can recycle more, about recycling in flats and about BAN Waste's new directory.
Our Newcastle: Give us your views on our plans for climate change climate, change, carbon, emissions
Our Newcastle: Pick up after your poochLots of Newcastle residents are irritated by people who don’t pick up after their dogs - especially in places where children play.
Our Newcastle: Give us a shout when you want rubbish out!If it still works, can be fixed or worn, then allow it to be reused. Visit www.newcastle.gov.uk/recycle and click the 'reusing waste' button to find out how you can donate unwanted items for reuse.
Our Newcastle: Plugging into a low carbon future Have you ever thought about buying an electric car? Well that could become a reality very soon.
Our Newcastle: Get the flags out for our parksNewcastle’s park keepers are celebrating after ten of the city’s parks were given national recognition.
Have your say on our transport plan in Tyne and Wear to 2021We'd like your views on the Joint Local Transport plan for the area.