News in Shotley Peninsula

Peninsula parents are being urged to follow Government guidance and keep their children at home where possible.

A helpline number has been set up for parents seeking clarification about if they fall into a category allowing them to send their child to school, or not.

A young peninsula mum has branded Ryanair's staff a 'disgrace' after being forced to wait 26 hours at a Polish airport without any hot food or milk for her 17-month-old son.

Lauren Watts, who is mixed race, could not rule out a suggestion that racism may have been a factor in the way she was treated, and forcing her to borrow £1,000 to get home.

The old adage that the worst of situations can bring out the best in people couldn't be more apt right now.

There are so many things going on – from small acts of neighbours getting groceries for those unable to get out of the house, to bigger campaigns and organised voluntary activities.

Government has advised people to work from home and for many it will be a whole new experience. Here Derek Davis, offers his views on how to best adapt, and enjoy, the work/home balance

Working from home for the first time can bring about a mixture of trepidation, excitement and bewilderment.

Alton Water Park has closed the park and all its facilities as the Government warned stricter restriction will be brought in if people continue to ignore advice to stay at home.

Prime minister Boris Johnsons reacted after large crowds were seen at holiday centres, country parks and the open spaces over the weekend.

A raft of pubs on the peninsula are still offering takeaways for now just as McDonald's countrywide will close by 7pm today.

However, the Brantham Bull has decided not to carry on selling takeaways, despite a relatively successful weekend, and has closed the doors until further notice.

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The political group leaders at Suffolk County Council have united to in the face of the Coronavirus crisis.

Cllr Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council, Cllr Sarah Adams, Leader of the Labour Group and Cllr Penny Otton, Leader of the Liberal Democrat, Green and Independent Group, have made this statement:

Staying in at home does not necessarily mean missing out on live music.

Dozens of musicians are taking part in Rock the Lock Down, who will live stream their tunes from their homes into your front room, from 14,00 GMT today, following yesterday; success when nearly 250,000 people across Europe logged on.

Holbrook coastguard last night helped bring a 27ft yacht to safety into Shotley marina.

The solo sailor got into difficulties after a rope became wrapped around his yacht's propeller and could not make headway so sent out a distress call.