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DARK SECRETS: 27 - The Real Truth

Roman dildo could have been made by shoemakers – an expert in ancient prosthetics explains

In 1992, archaeologists excavating at the site of the Roman fort of Vindolanda on Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland discovered what they thought was a darning tool. The artefact was subsequently ignored and as a result remained unresearched. Until now.

The Conversation · Feb 22, 2023

The best meditation and mindfulness retreats in the UK

From Buddhist teachings and fitness camps to wild swimming and days of meditation – Daniel Stables picks the best of the bunch

The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2023

Roman dildo discovered as experts re-examine wooden phallus found near Hadrian's Wall

The two-thousand-year-old object discovered in a Northumberland ditch in the Roman fort of Vindolanda back in 1992 was originally catalogued as a darning tool

Daily Mirror · Feb 20, 2023

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Veni, vidi, vici: Roman pestle found in ditch could be a dildo

It is either a sexual implement or, archaeologists, say, it could be a penis-shaped pestle

The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023

New affordable bungalows in Blyth for people with dementia will fill a 'huge need'

The council is trying to support people living independently for longer

Chronicle Live · Feb 20, 2023

North East Today: Street resembles canal, Liberty X and 911 to headline festival and Bruno's magic hat

Your morning briefing on all the latest from across the North East

Chronicle Live · Feb 20, 2023

It’s not a darning tool, it’s a very naughty toy: Roman dildo found

Two thousand-year-old object found at Roman fort in Northumberland in 1992 has been reassessed by archaeologists

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2023

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Pop bands Liberty X and 911 to headline Blyth Live Festival in Northumberland this summer

The event, organised by Blyth Town Council, will take place on Blyth beach on Saturday, June 17

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

The traditional Northumberland country pub owners fell in love with after seeing it in ChronicleLive

David Finn and Isaac Parr opened the pub in June 2022 and plan to expand further in 2023

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

Items from £3.5m Northumberland country house come up for auction

Meldon Park near Morpeth was sold earlier this year after its owners downsized

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

Award-winning Northumberland pub left me feeling underwhelmed with Sunday roast

We visited the Rat Inn in Anick but left feeling underwhelmed at the Sunday Roast

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

Northumberland woman unintentionally ruined her own engagement four times before proposal

Frankie Clark, 27, from Morpeth, kept spoiling the moment her partner, Andy was going to pop the question

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

All the North East National Trust sites you can take your kids to - and what’s on during half term

From a hidden history hunt at Cragside to orienteering at Gibside, there's plenty for children to do at National Trust sites in the North East

Chronicle Live · Feb 18, 2023

Open evening for last homes at "luxury" Northumberland development

Roman Fields in Corbridge has already seen 80% of its properties snapped up

Chronicle Live · Feb 18, 2023

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Chronicle Live · Feb 18, 2023

Northumberland MP says Government is 'out of touch' with families struggling during cost of living crisis

Wansbeck MP Ian Lavery says cuts to universal credit and benefits have been devastating for deprived communities

Chronicle Live · Feb 18, 2023

I visited the pretty Northumberland village with secret streets and a Game of Thrones-style pub

Corbridge is a place that has been able to maintain its soul through independent shops, cafes and bars, with the design of one in particular getting international recognition

Chronicle Live · Feb 17, 2023

Winning artwork on show in exhibition opening at Woodhorn Museum this weekend

Art show featuring top entries to Museums Northumberland's Open Exhibition opens at Woodhorn Museum on Saturday

Evening Standard · Feb 17, 2023

Hundreds of mourners pay tribute to stabbed teen Holly Newton at funeral

The 15-year-old was fatally stabbed on January 27 in Northumberland

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Chronicle Live · Feb 17, 2023

Body found in search for missing Northumberland pensioner Frank Robson

Frank Robson, 72, was last seen leaving his Haltwhistle home on January 9

Chronicle Live · Feb 17, 2023

New theatre will be 'the best thing to ever happen' to Berwick claims council leader

It is hoped the revamp will bring more people into Berwick

Chronicle Live · Feb 17, 2023

Ancient Anglo-Saxon and Christian artefacts to go on display for first time on Holy Island

Britain's first known prayer bead necklace is one of many treasures making their first appearance at Lindisfarne Priory

Chronicle Live · Feb 16, 2023

Taxi fares in Northumberland could increase by 5% for second year in a row

The increase applies to the maximum fee hackney carriages would be able to charge

Chronicle Live · Feb 16, 2023

Duke of Northumberland's property arm accused of putting 'profits before people'

Local residents in Prudhoe were concerned about the increase in traffic on their street

Chronicle Live · Feb 16, 2023

Northumberland County Council commit to doubling council tax on second homes

Around 75% of the homes in one popular coastal village are classed as second homes

Chronicle Live · Feb 16, 2023

Uncertainty sees Northumberland farmer facing £30,000 loss in income

It follows the Future of Farming inquiry launched by the council last year

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