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Pint Sized Pubs Over the last few years we have seen a new type of pub spring up in local towns around the region - the micro pub. These welcome additions to local high streets offer drinkers a much-welcomed alternative to big chain venues or standard run of the mill pubs. Most micro pubs are independently run and support small local breweries - fantastic for the region as a whole. Here are five of the best in the local area...

THE BOX WOOD TAP

The Box Wood Tap - Bedlington The Box Wood Tap, based in the heart of Bedlington Front Street, is a very welcome and popular addition to the Bedlington pub scene.

Bedlington’s first micro-pub has already proved exceptionally popular with Bedlington locals and real ale fans from further afield. So popular in fact that it has recently doubled in size, taking over the premises next door! Small in size but not in welcome or choice of beverages, the additional spaces has allowed for extra seating and caters for the ever-growing clientele.

It serves mainly North East beers, Rigg & Furrow are popular, as are Anarchy, Almasty, Great North Eastern Brewing Co and Box Social – and the fast selling Double Maxim. The fastest seller has so far been Two By Two IPA, with the first delivery actually selling out in four hours. There’s also a big keg demand for Tiny Rebel, Cloudwater and Wander Beyond.

Monthly food nights – which could be pizza, Cuban food, Spud Gun, Acropolis Street Food or Good Times Tacos are very popular and most weeks fill to capacity.

The Box Wood tap is as dog-friendly as you’ll get anywhere – in fact, the owner has two Bedlington terriers himself and a photo on his phone of every dog that has come into the pub.

There is a big demand in Bedlington for a pub of this nature, and thankfully it’s being fulfilled!

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The Ink Spot - Newbiggin The Ink Spot is a small, family run, and communityminded craft ale bar based in the heart of Newbiggin.

The bar is owned and run by Angie and Simon, who are self-confessed real ale lovers. When they realised the premises, an old tattoo shop in the coastal village, was available, they had a lightbulb moment. They wanted to do something in the community, and something they were passionate about, and The Ink Spot was the result.

They only open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at the moment because they both still work full time, but are both hoping this could become a full time venture.

The interior of the bar reflects their own interest in music, books, art, tattoos, and a certain amount of activism. This is something new for the village, and they are proud to be part of the weekend "night out" experience for locals and visitors alike.

They currently serve four draught ales from CAMRAapproved keykegs using an eco-friendly system which keeps the beer free from any additional gas injection, meaning it comes to you exactly as the brewer intended.

They try to get a varied selection of the best ales they can while retaining a price point for the community.

Also on offer are a range of local bottled ales from Cullercoats, Allendale, Alnwick, Wylam, and Hadrian Border Breweries, a selection of gins, red wine, white wine, Prosecco, and a handful of bottled ciders.

The bar operates an over-21s only policy, and they don’t allow vaping on the premises. All well-behaved dogs are welcome!

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The Office - Morpeth

The Office is set in the former Old Toll House, a Grade II-listed building, based in Morpeth Town Centre.

Owners Paul and Andrea Johnson had to “jump through hoops” to convert from its former use as a sweetie shop (which lay vacant for 18 months). Before that it had been

THE INK SPOT

Enigma Tap - North Shields The Enigma Tap, a name inspired by Thomas Brown, of North Shields, who in 1942 retrieved documents from a sinking German U-Boat which were critical to cracking the Enigma Code, is North Shields first micro pub.

The pub, based on Bedford Street in the town centre, focus on sourcing local products and being environmentally friendly. They are using reclaimed wood for furniture and are committed to having a plastic-free operation. They support local breweries and have a wide selection of cask and keg offerings. Some of the most recent additions to the list include Northern IPA from Hadrian Border Brewery, Azacca Pale from the Almastybrewingco and the malty classic Red Gown from Firstandlastbrewery.

There is a selection of nibbles and food offerings, as well as various street food nights and their popular quiz nights. Keep updated with new beverages and what’s on on their Facebook page.

many things, including a fire station and has a rich and varied history.

Since its opening in 2014 it has received massive support from local ale lovers and has become a firm fixture in Morpeth’s discerning drinkers’ circuit.

The church pew seating came from St Aiden’s Church at Stobhill and local artist’s works – for sale – decorate the walls, the plan is to attract even more. The pub is developing organically, and customers donate bits and pieces to decorate the place, such as a Royal Navy cap and good luck charms from all over the world.

The bar serves a number of ales, local craft keg beers, ciders and national keg beers. New additions include Dark Horse from borninthebordersbrewery, Azacca Pale Ale from Almost Brewing Co. Legally Blonde from The Old Potting Shed and Hickery The Rake from the renowned Wylam Brewery.

The bar was awarded the Local CAMRA South East Northumberland Pub of the year in 2016 and is a “peoplewatchers’” paradise with streams of bypasses and traffic constantly on the move outside.

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Using Exercise to Help Manage Diabetes

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hysical activity, or exercise, is a great tool to help manage your diabetes. It is a very important part of your diabetes treatment plan and can help you feel your healthiest.

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Managing your weight

If you are overweight, losing as little as 5-10kg can help lower your blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. You will lessen the strain on your bones and joints and will feel better all around.

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Make a plan and identify which habits you will change now and which ones you will change later.

Set realistic goals. Up to ½ kilogram weight loss per week is a reasonable goal.

It goes without saying that combining exercise with healthy eating will make managing your diabetes easier. Try to eat a variety of foods from all the food groups and avoid fad diets that eliminate whole food groups. Try to eat smaller portions, which will help you consume less calories and fat and avoid skipping meals which will affect your blood sugar.

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JULY SAW THE OPENING OF A BRAND NEW HOMEWARE AND GIFT SHOP IN MORPETH

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rooks of Oldgate, a homeware and gift shop, is a new addition to Morpeth Town Centre, and hosts a wonderful selection of one-off pieces for the home.

Their unique items and gift ideas are sourced from a range of local suppliers, providing beautiful things for every home and taste, all at very reasonable prices.

They are a family business, run by Keith, Tracey and their daughter Sophie.

The idea for the shop came from Tracey's lifelong love of interior design & furnishings.

From a very early age Tracey has always moved furniture around, painted, wallpapered and decorated, much to the frustration of the family at times!

Tracey loves being able to create something from nothing, or to transform an item into an object of beauty.

Such was her passion for interiors, a few years ago Tracey decided to start the families first business; Dollys. She made hand painted wine glasses and handmade gifts, and could be found many a weekend with a stall at craft fairs and country shows all around the region.

As Tracey's reputation for the quality of her hand painted glassware grew, it got to the stage where it was no longer a hobby and turned into a business.

In 2016, Tracey and her daughter Sophie took the next step, gave up their jobs, and opened Dollys & Daisys, a Tearoom & Gift Shop in Amble. The gift shop is home to many items handmade

by Tracey. However, the space was never big enough for Tracey to indulge her love of all furniture and home wares, hence the opening of Brooks of Oldgate.

In July, husband Keith opened Brooks of Oldgate, and Tracey is his number one supplier, as the originality of her designs and quality of her work is second to none. The family looked long and hard for a premises for this business, and were delighted to find the

ideal shop in Morpeth.

Many of the other items for sale in the shop are sourced from suppliers who cannot be found in any other shop in Morpeth. Keith and Tracey are forever looking for new unique suppliers who can offer high quality, unique products, but at a price that fits in with their policy of offering their customers affordable and good value pieces.

The family also search tirelessly to find furniture so they can up-cycle them and offer them for sale, always at reasonable prices. They also try to

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He continued “We have tried to create a friendly, comfortable, enjoyable space for people to browse the many items we have on display and hope they like them as much as we do.”

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LOCAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

Don’t Let Knee Pain Get the Better of You MSK-HEALTHCARE DISCUSS THE BENEFITS OF EXERCISE FOR KNEE PAIN

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ne of the most common reasons we hear in clinic as to why someone doesn’t exercise is knee pain. Infact over 25% of people older than 50 live with knee pain! Within the knee there is a dense fibrous structure called a meniscus which is C-shaped and acts as a type of shock-absorber for the knee.

The meniscus is often the source of pain in knees. In people younger than 30 years of age, traumatic tears of the meniscus is more frequent, whereas degeneration changes within the knee itself are more common past the age of 30.

The meniscus is classified into medial (inner knee side) and lateral meniscus (outer knee side) injury, tho the medial meniscus occurs the most in sport.

Symptoms that should raise your suspicion of meniscus injury are sharp penetrating knee pain during twisting or hyperflexion movements.

During the acute injury a “pop” sound might be heard with further “locking” of the knee which prevents you from completely straightening your knee.

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pain then suddenly you experience these symptoms.

Tears in the menisci can occur in movements such as kneeling and squatting, sudden changes in direction, fast twisting of the knee seen in sports such as football/ rugby or squash which require acceleration / deceleration at speed.

Direct trauma to the meniscus can occur simply playing with the children or during tackles on a football field.

Often direct trauma has no structural damage to the knee other than the meniscus tear usually on the outside (lateral) side of the knee in trauma.

One of the most common surgical procedures done by orthopaedic surgeons was knee arthroscopy (scope into the knee). However, there is accumulating evidence suggesting little benefit of such procedures.

More evidence is emerging all the time of how exercise therapy is better than knee arthroscopy among patients with degenerative meniscus tears.

A panel of experts (R C Siemieniuck 2017) found that arthroscopic knee surgery does not, on average, result in an improvement in long term pain or function.

If you do suffer from knee pain, regardless of age, having a bespoke prescribed knee rehabilitation programme is shown to be more beneficial than other treatment options.

At MSK-Healthcare we carry out lots of knee rehabilitation programmes for patients suffering from knee pain, either from age related degeneration condition, post-surgery or knee trauma. Every patient is assessed in our gym by our sport and rehabilitation therapists to see what the patient can manage.

Adopting a proactive approach to knee pain is an essential component.

With a little guidance and encouragement you will be surprised of the benefits that exercise can have on knee pain.

The important take home message is do not let knee pain discourage you from undertaking exercise. The benefits of exercise are far better than no exercise at all. If you need more information, contact the clinic 01670 81 3939 or visit our website.

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Get Your Glow On!

Unlike gyms focussing on working out, or weight clubs which focus only on calories, Glow classes believe the best way for better health is a combined approach of exercise and diet. Margery Wilson visited her local Glow class ran by Liz Ford to find out more...

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t was with some trepidation that I pulled into the car park at Beaconhill Community Centre in Cramlington on a dark, wet September evening. It was years since I had done anything more strenuous than walking, but the information video on the 'Glow' website assured me that I could work at my own pace and ability.

As soon as I entered the spacious hall I felt comfortable – the buzz of conversation and the greeting of the coach, Liz, were very welcoming. Liz told me about the session and how she had a background knowledge of dietary needs and healthy eating plans. She introduced me to the members who had arrived and gave me a basic health questionnaire to fill in (this was purely for my own well-being). Having returned the form, the ladies around me included me in their conversation and told me about the myriad of social activities Liz arranged for them as well as taking the classes.

After about half an hour, Liz gave a little talk – this week about Osteoporosis – then the work began! There were about 40 ladies there, and we started with a warm-up session which consisted of a series of gentle movements performed with background music. We then had a 'water break' and the workout part of the session began.

For each exercise (which was repeated for 30 seconds) Liz showed an 'easy' version and a more energetic one, and it was left to the individual to decide which one to follow. I opted for the easy version and found I could keep up, though my arm/leg co-ordination left a lot to be 16

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desired! As the session progressed, however, I found that I was getting into the rhythm and although one exercise flowed into another I felt I was improving. Throughout the workout there were 'water breaks' so I never felt dehydrated.

The cool-down at the end was very relaxing and rounded off the session perfectly. Liz showed me a timetable of the weekly sessions and each one consisted of different sets of movements so there was always variety. This variety applied to all her classes on different days, different times and in different venues. I have to admit that I was more than favourably impressed with my first visit. I have been to weight-loss groups and exercise groups before but to have them both included in one session was great. I have never been to a class where I felt so much at home and where there was no sense of others watching and criticising. The atmosphere from start to finish was genuinely friendly and sociable, the surroundings welcoming and the exercises were extremely 'do-able'.

I would have no hesitation in recommending these classes (whatever your age, shape, size or fitness level) and am looking forward to next time. I feel as if I have made some new friends and I was certainly 'GLOWING' when I finished.

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A Sore Subject

Root canal therapy is a phrase that strikes fear in most of us, but it shouldn’t according to Andrew Ratsey, Dental Surgeon at Bedlingtonshire Dental Practice. Here he discusses the misunderstandings about the procedure.

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oot canal therapy is one of the least understood and most feared dental procedures.

When patients are informed they need a root canal they often respond with apprehension and dread. But is this reputation deserved? Are root canals something to fear? The short answer is no. Modern techniques allow for pain free and comfortable procedures. Would you believe me if I said root fillings are the most common treatment patients fall asleep through?

In this article I will look to set the record straight about root canal therapy. I will discuss why we do root canal, how we do it and most importantly why it is nothing to fear.

What is root canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure that is used to save a tooth that would otherwise be extracted.

The medical term for root canal therapy is Endodontics from the Latin Endo, meaning inside and

Dont, meaning tooth. This is fundamentally what we are doing; we are treating the inside of the tooth.

Teeth are made up of different layers. The outside is the hard enamel; underneath is the dentine and in the centre of the tooth is the pulp which consists of blood vessels and nerves . The pulp is the area we are interested in when we perform root canal therapy.

Why do you need root canal?

The main reason you would need a root canal is because bacteria has got into the pulp. Bacteria can enter the tooth either by a hole made by tooth decay, or by trauma that exposes the pulp. Once the bacteria is inside your tooth it begins to break down the blood vessels and nerves.

This can lead to pain as the pulp becomes inflamed and swollen. As the pulp swells the pressure builds up inside the hard tooth. The pain associated with an inflamed pulp is severe and can be constant. The pain may stop you sleeping and even painkillers may not take it away, making you feel thoroughly miserable. Patients when asked to rate this pain often describe it as 10 out of 10.

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Occasionally bacteria can enter a tooth and not cause any pain. Initially this may mean you are unaware there is anything wrong. However as the bacteria spreads through the root breaking down the nerve, by-products are produced. These by-products are highly toxic and when they start to exit the root, your body tries to create a barrier between the infected tooth and the rest of your body. To achieve this specialist immune cells begin to destroy the bone around the tooth. As the bacteria continues to spread your immune system brings more troops into the area. As the immune cells attack the bacteria they begin to fill the space in the bone with puss and fluid. This is a dental abscess, and whilst not in the same league as the pain associated with the inflamed nerve, it is still sore enough to really spoil your day.

What can we do about it?

To fix the problem the infected pulp needs to be removed and there are two methods of doing this. Your first option is to extract the tooth. Removing the tooth will remove the infected tissue within the tooth, but will mean you

A diagram of a healthy tooth

The pulp is the area a dentist is interested in when they perform root canal therapy.

have lost a tooth and have a gap which may affect your smile or how well you can eat and chew. Your second option is to save the tooth and involves the removal of all the bacteria and infected pulp from within the tooth, then sealing it back up so no new bacteria can get back in.

This is the process known as the root canal filling.

The procedure

The first and most important stage of treatment is getting the patient out of pain. The good news is this is really simple. For all their nasty side effects, bacteria are fairly easy to upset. Removing the tooth decay and opening up the space in the centre of the tooth, (the pulp), is enough to alleviate the symptoms in most cases.

If the dentist has enough time then the root canal can be completed in one go, but most often the procedure is completed on subsequent visits.

First the diseased pulp needs to be fully removed from inside the tooth. This is followed by a thorough rinse with a strong anti-bacterial solution to kill any bacteria left behind. Once the tooth is completely clean on the inside then it is dried, and finally a filling is placed which seals the top of the root down to the tip of the root so that no more bacteria can get back in. The final part of treatment is to restore the top of the tooth, and place either a permanent filling or a crown to completely seal the tooth and root canal system. This will return the tooth back to full function.

Is it effective?

What many people say when they are told that they need a root canal is that they have heard that they don’t work.

This is simply not true. Studies have shown that when root canals are performed to a high standard then the success rate is over 90%. If the tooth can be cleansed of bacteria and no new bacteria introduced during the treatment, then the healing process will begin.

Does it hurt?

This is another common misconception about root canal fillings. Modern anaesthetics delivered to the right areas around the infected tooth can successfully numb the tooth and allow pain free treatment. It often takes longer to freeze up than for a standard filling, but it will get there.

The reason for this is when the nerve becomes inflamed, the inflammation alters how the anaesthetic works on the tooth, meaning you may need slightly more or different types of anaesthetic. Once numb you can really just relax as the treatment will be comfortable.

Another factor that has improved patient comfort is the creation of super soft metals from which the instruments used to shape the root canals are made.

Historically the instruments used in root canal were made from steel that was much stiffer and harder. This created a lot of vibration and pressure which many patients found unpleasant. The new metal alloys allow for instruments 24

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that gently and smoothly shape the inside of the tooth, leading to a much more pleasant experience.

So why does it have such a bad reputation?

There’s no denying that root canal has a reputation that needs repairing. The treatments of previous generations has left a real mark on the general population. One of the issues is lack of positive stories, whilst people will readily recount stories of bad experiences, few stories are ever heard of the great root filling they had.

Root canals can be performed by any dentist, routine cases can be conducted to a very high standard and allow for great healing. Occasionally the root canal system can form unusual shapes that make achieving the high standard to allow healing difficult for a general dentist. At this point the services of a dentist who has trained further in Endodontology can be employed.

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Modern anaesthetics delivered to the right areas around the infected tooth can successfully numb the tooth and allow pain free treatment.

These dentists use high magnification devices and specific knowledge so that the finest details of the complex root canal system can be easily seen and treated, meaning they are more likely to get a successful outcome.

Root canals are not to be worried about or feared.

Modern techniques allow for pain free and successful treatments, but if you are unsure the best thing to do is to speak to your dentist. They will be able to reassure you and recommend the best course of treatment for you.

Andrew Ratsey is an enthusiastic Dental Surgeon with a passion for endodontics, (he just loves it!). He has completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontology with merit but was awarded a distinction in his clinical assessments. Andrew is currently working towards his MSc in Endodontics and has just completed his thesis on how the manufacture of endodontic instruments affect their ability to shape the root canal system. This has given him a unique insight into the most appropriate instruments to use in a given situation.

Andrew is committed to providing the highest quality of root canal treatment using the latest equipment and techniques.

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The concerts, locally dubbed The Geordie Command Performance, are held every two years in memory of Geordie actor Sammy Johnson who died suddenly in 1999. The 2018 shows, the first to be held at the Arena, were hailed as the best ever by fans who travelled from all over the North East and beyond to be part of the fun.

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Don’t Let Heel Pain Stop You in Your Tracks Podiatry @ The Quay can help you maintain mobility and comfort if you’re suffering with Plantar Fasciitis. Here they explain the symptoms and treatment options available.

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he North East plays host to the largest half marathon in the world every year, the Great North Run. Every year tens of thousands of runners prepare for the event by building up their endurance months and months in advance. Even after the event, many runners find they get the jogging bug, and continue distance running all through the winter months.

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Yet still the most common foot complaint (after blisters!) is heel pain. The heel is the part of the foot that strikes the ground first when you walk, and pain in this area is as a result of two major causes - the presence of a heel spur, or the condition known as plantar fasciitis.

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

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Our biggest supplier of growing media has released a statement outlining the hard work they are doing to better the industry. Keith Nicholson of Westland Horticulture said, “Now over 70% of total material used in Westland products is non-peat which will be furthered in 2020, headlined by our move to reduce peat content in the UK’s lead[ing] compost, Multi-Purpose with John Innes - Single biggest step in driving the industries peat reduction. We have also already achieved “zero to landfill” in all our facilities and have removed over 800 tonnes of plastic from our product packaging, including growing media.”

Look out for Westland’s New Horizon brand – it’s 100% peat free, natural, sustainable and suitable for all indoor and outdoor plants, as well as vegetables.

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Buy British for pest control, and even better, local for carbon footprint reduction. When you buy from a local plant nursery you can feel confident knowing that no foreign bugs as diseases will be compromising the health of your plants or the natural wildlife; there is massive reduction in greenhouse gases from transport; having been grown under the same daylight hours as your own

garden with no extreme temperature changes, your plants should be hardier, requiring fewer pesticides, water and fertilizer… with an added bonus that you can ask to speak to the growers of homegrown plants for free in-store to really understand how best to maintain your garden purchases.

Whilst garden centres continue to make strides in their sustainable practices, it is the demands of consumer that makes the biggest industry waves and together, all our small improvements should make a huge impact on the environment.

At Plantsplus, we have a Shades of Green environmental policy which illustrates our continued effort to respond to environmental and community issues that affect all of our customers, staff and suppliers. Current sustainability projects include: LED Lighting, Photovoltaic panels, Rainwater collection, Electric car charging points, Working towards a digital office, Reduction of plastic pots in our nursery, and Landscaping for wildlife. If you want to find out more please visit www.plantsplusgardencentre.co.uk/environmental-policy Plantsplus Garden Centre Berwick Hill Road, Seaton Burn, NE13 6BU www.plantsplusgardencentre.co.uk Open Daily

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