Month: December 2018

Social media is contributing to isolation among young people according to prominent North East blogger

A prominent social media blogger and influencer has said the social media obsession among youth is a growing problem contributing to social isolation and mental health issues. Alice Fairweather , who writes the lifestyle blog ‘Zest of Alice’, said: “We’re all competing for who has the better life on social media, […]

Elf trail set to get locals into the festive spirit

  Sunderland locals will be able to get themselves into the Christmas mood with an Elf Trail stretching over the village of Penshaw, Houghton-le-Spring.  The event, organised by The Penshaw Community Association,  takes place on Saturday, December 22. Lindsey Milner, secretary for the Penshaw Community Association, said: “It’s open to anyone […]