Make a Difference: North East Episodes Episode guide
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New film explains how Red Bench Project saves lives
Wayne Rambo Groves, from South Shields, tells all to Kelly Scott.
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Metro run challenge to raise money for charity
The Geordie Challenger is planning to run the entire Metro route in under 24 hours.
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Man strikes chord with passionate social media speech
David from Mariner Movers spoke passionately about fairness and respect.
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Making horse riding accessible for Newcastle kids
Emma Wass reports on the impact being made by Stepney Bank Stables in the Ouseburn.
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Logan: 'I had no symptoms and was diagnosed at 49'
Anna Foster speaks to former Scotland Rugby player Kenny Logan.
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Lauren and Lola are doing a challenge for charity
Lauren and her dog Lola will be doing a challenge together throughout February.
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Jo trains those with disabilities
People with disabilities and physical challenges can train at Barnability.
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Irene fundraises for cancer patients
Irene was nominated for the voluntary work she does with the cancer charity FACT.
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Inside St. Oswald's clothing repair workshop
In the Ouseburn, volunteers repair donated clothes that aren't yet fit for sale in shops.
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How losing my dad inspired me to make a change
Becky Swindells spends two hours every day litter picking in Washington.
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How Blyth mam is inspiring other cancer patients
Leah Cullen is using her experiences to help support others with cancer.
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Hero amputee veteran now needs heroes to help him
Luke Woodward served in the Household Cavalry Regiment for 19 years.
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Great North Run's charitable impact back for 2026
Sir Brendan Foster discusses how the Great North Run has raised more than £25m.
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Gladiator's winner Joe is a Kinship Ambassador
Joe was raised by his grandmother after his mum died when he was two years old.
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Gateshead youth project Arches relaunches for 2026
Programme leader Sandy Duff explains how they use creative arts to support people.
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From teen amputee to role model athlete
At thirteen years old Olly Liddle diagnosed with cancer and had his leg amputated.
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Five-year-old helping nurses after Granda's death
Lexi has raised just under £6,000 for Marie Curie in 12 months.
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Durham's powerful night of music, unity and hope
RT Minds and Durham Student Music have teamed up for Never Give Up 2026.
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Did you know the Metrocentre has a community hub?
Anna Foster visits the Metrocentre's community hub.
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Cycling for charity Garry had his bike stolen
Garry Lee is cycling the distance from Newcastle to New York. He had his bike stolen.
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Combatting social isolation and poverty in Durham
Chris, Asaan and Harry explains what Gilesgate and Belmont Wellbeing Project does.
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A trust in memory of Chloe and Liam
Mark Rutherford has dedicated himself to supporting the community through this trust.
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83 free new breakfast clubs to open in North East
A mam from South Shields shares the benefits she's seen with her child at breakfast club.
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7-year-old has raised over £12,000 for charity
Daisy is a young pageant queen helping raise money for North East charities.
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3,000 new parents helped by baby boxes
Jess from Whickham shares her experience of the baby box from The Children's Foundation.
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‘I had a car crash that changed my life’
Charlie is taking on a challenge: running 10 miles to recognise this milestone.
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'Young children don't manage expectations'
Nadia from Tranquil Treehouse caught up with Anna Foster.
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'You can access the best tariffs with a smart meter'
Simon Francis tells Anna Foster about a rise in the energy price cap.
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'Women with experience of the justice system'
Gilly Hope has been talking to Dawn Harrison about The Story Chair.
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'Why I'm wearing a ball gown every day for a year'
Jennifer Gane is spending the 365 days of 2025 dressed in a selection of ballgowns.