Free training courses to help Ukrainian refugees set up their own businesses have been taking place on North Tyneside. 

Could Ukrainian refugees help North East increase number of business startups?

Customers have shared their disappointment on Facebook, after Thoughtful Bakery announced its closure

Bakery closes with ‘regret and sadness’ after financial struggle

One independent coffee stall claimed Costa's presence made it impossible for them to trade at the event

"This event costs £880,000 to stage and without our sponsors, it simply would not happen."

Campaigners in the Powys town have been fighting to keep the supermarket chain out of their high street after winning a similar battle six years ago.

Their unique designs are becoming more and more popular

The company hand makes novelty shaped teapots and usually sell to big companies like Disney

The Food Connections festival highlights the work of people who have given up the day-job to do something they really love.