Gossip Magazine March / April 2020

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CINDERELLA IN HOLLYWOOD - BALLET STARS OF THE FUTURE Cinderella in Hollywood is a glamorous and innovative production by the awardwinning English Youth Ballet.

The English Youth Ballet (EYB) was founded in 1998 to provide professional performance experience for talented young dancers. It has previously won The Stage Award for special achievement in regional theatre. EYB has built a national reputation for the quality of both its full length classical ballets and mixed bill programmes. The opportunity to watch EYB is a unique experience.

Sell-out audiences are treated to beautiful international principal artists sharing the

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stage with the top up-and-coming young talent from the local area. EYB’s large cast ensures their ballets are performed with the scale and grandeur which was originally intended. The company is made up of 8 professional principals and 100 selected dancers aged 8 – 18 from the local area. The young dancers are some of the top talents from the local area.

There are now ex-EYB young performers in some of the world’s best companies – including the Royal Ballet.

Set in the glamorous era of 1950s Hollywood movies, this lavish production draws its inspiration from film star Grace Kelly who met Prince Rainier of Monaco at a press party and later married him.

Cinderella is a seamstress on a film set and the Fairy Godmother is her late mother - a former movie star of the 1930s. Her wicked sisters are Hollywood starlets competing with each other for starring film roles.

The Prince meets Cinderella at the press party but at midnight she flees from the scene leaving a sparkly silver pointe-shoe as the only clue to her identity.

The choreography has been created by Director Miss Janet Lewis and her team of international principal artists who coach the young dancers.

The music combines Shostakovich Jazz Suites and Ballet Suites with memorable melodies from Hollywood films such as Tea for Two, Chinatown and Dancing in the Dark. The stunning new stage designs for the ballet are by Sebastian Petit and the costume designs are by Keith Bish.

The professional principal dancers have joined EYB from some of the world’s most renowned ballet companies – including the Royal Ballet, English National Ballet, Northern Ballet Theatre, and Ballet de Toulouse. British principal dancers include Phillip Tunstall, Julianne Rice-Oxley, Ann Wall, Steven Wheeler & Oliver Speers. Brenden Bratulic is from Australia and Clare Corruble is from France.

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Gossip News Gossip is working hard to support local businesses and communities during this difficult time. There is a lot of fear going around so Gossip has put together a double page spread to help out people who are having to self isolate, we have put together advice ranging from homeschooling website suggestions through to keeping yourself in a positive mindset.

Gossip will be especially active on social media to keep you updated with the latest news and advice - however we will only be posting positive tips and tricks to keep our followers in good spirits, focusing on what you can do rather than your limitations.

Gossip will also be supporting local businesses as they are the heart of our community - we will be sharing on social media which businesses are staying open to help them during this tricky time.

A small purchase or purchasing a gift voucher to be used a later date makes a world of difference to businesses. Make the most of shopping online from independent stores so you can support them whilst avoiding public spaces.

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NEW BOOK BY KATHERINE DALE SHINES A LIGHT ON GRIEF Katherine turned to writing as an outlet for her grief, Grief is something that helping her to deal with her emotions and to heal. everyone faces, but that Katherine hopes that her book will help other people doesn’t make it any easier.

People can often feel to not feel alone during difficult times. Katherine has isolated and feel pressure published a second book, Time Flies By Slowly - a to pretend they are happy continuation on from her first book discussing life when inside they are settling after grief. still hurting. The grieving Katherine will be donating the money raised from her process is personal, there is books to the Butterwick Hospice. She will also be no one single way to come to terms with losing a loved taking part in the Cancer Research Relay For Life Tees one.

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TESCO COULBY NEWHAM SUPPORTS LOCAL CHARITY

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Store Manager Michelle Yarnell said “I was delighted to have the JPC Charity in store this weekend, bringing smiles to our customers faces, even the staff enjoyed themselves”

Tesco at Coulby Newham was a hive of activity over the weekend of 6th - 8th March with all members of the community coming together to support Stokesley based charity, JPC Community Farm in their fundraising and awareness campaign.

Well done to the Tesco team at Coulby Newham for supporting this wonderful cause.

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IN ISOLATION

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MAINTAINING WELLNESS WHEN SELF ISOLATING

Self isolation and working from home doesn’t have to be doom and gloom. It is essential to keep a positive mindset and to make the most out of every situation, look on the brighter side of life to stay in good spirits.

Clever Communication If you and your family are having to stay at home don’t fret, spending time with your family is a fantastic opportunity to catch up and bond.

Normally everyone leads busy lifestyles so now is the ideal time to slow down and talk. Keeping to isolation guidelines doesn’t mean that you have to lose communication, use your phone to stay in touch with your elderly relatives and friends without visiting them in person. Video calling is also a fantastic way to stay in touch as you can virtually chat face to face without the need to leave your home.

Create a Positive Work Environment If you are working from home try moving your computer and phone to a different area of your home every couple of days to avoid feeling like you are stuck in one place. You can work from your dining room, your living room, your home office, your conservatory - find a space where you feel comfortable and motivated. Try to adhere to your daily schedule as much as possible, stick to your regular working hours and breaks that you had when working in an office environment to maintain normality - sticking to a familiar routine when working in a different environment will help you to feel grounded and calm.

Fun Filled Days If you are struggling to keep children entertained then you need to think outside the box and go back to basics, moving away from technology towards more simplistic activities. Spend time in the garden, get creative with some arts and crafts, play board games, have fun doing hide and seek, write a short story together, make up a dance routine, bake some cakes - the list goes on, there’s so much you can do at home when you put your mind to it. However don’t forget to maintain regular hand washing and hygiene precautions when you’re having fun.

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Help with Homeschooling Plenty of schools and educational websites are offering free resources to help with homeschooling, Twinkl are offering support such as lesson plans, activities and games to help maintain your child’s education when in isolation.

Educational games such as My Maths are ideal for making learning fun and for keeping your child entertained.

Maintain Positive Mental Health Mental health can be worsened by self isolation, but it’s all about making use of the resources that are available to you. The internet provides you with a support hub right at your fingertips, you can download a variety of wonderful apps to aid with mindfulness and positivity. There are apps for relaxation, sleep aid, stress, anxiety, depression and much more. You can even play

you are using to make your food and toiletries last longer. Call your elderly relatives and neighbours to check if they need any assistance, however be careful not to transmit the virus onto them if you are you delivering shopping to them. Avoid close contact and advise the person to wash their hands after handling the shopping.

Make sure you take the time to care for those who need help, now is the time to support one another and come out stronger than ever.

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Instead of focusing on what you can’t do, look at what you can do.

Support Each Other It is also important to be resourceful and to avoid waste, don’t bulk buy products as it makes shopping harder for other people, simply buy what you need and be conscious of how much

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Spring and summer is a wonderful time for fashion, events like the races and weddings give you the opportunity to buy a gorgeous new outfit.

If you want to stand out from the crowd then you must visit independent fashion boutiques. You can choose from a wonderful variety of unique clothing and accessories to find something truly special. You will be elevating your style and supporting your local high street all in one go!

Whether you need an outfit for a special occasion, something to spruce up your everyday style or a one of a kind gift.

Smaller stores give you a shopping experience that you just can’t get in bigger stores, the staff can give you a fashion styling service to help you put together the perfect outfit for any occasion. You receive a personalised shopping experience that is catered to giving you the very best customer service.

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Browse stunning jewellery, cosy knitwear, stylish scarves and gorgeous dresses.

Plenty of boutiques now offer gift cards, they are perfect for the fashionista in your life as they can choose exactly what they want, making the gift buying process as lot easier for you. No need to worry about if they like the gift you’ve bought them.

Betty’s Boudoir work with local designers to get gorgeous one of a kind items.

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IN VINTAGE

2020 - THE 80’S REVIVAL Even though 2020 is a brand new decade, it seems that the runways are looking back in time for inspiration. The 2010’s had a heavy focus on 90’s trends, whereas 2020 is looking to the 80’s for divine fashion inspiration.

Bold, bright and striking makeup is a must have for any fashionista, models faces are being adorned with as much colour as possible, tastefully clashing tones of electric blue and fuchsia are exceedingly popular. However this trend has been given a slight update for this new resurgence, colourful shadow is used only on the inner corner of the eye to add vibrancy without being too intense.

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pop a neon shade on the inner corner and finish with mascara for a fresh take on 80’s eye makeup.

Power dressing is back and bigger than ever. The business suit topped with shoulder pads has been given a revamp - suit jacket style dresses are a popular choice, the subtle shoulders and crisp tailoring gives the wearer a strong silhouette. Shoulder pads are back but they have been given a more precise sharp edge to create an almost futuristic look.

The key to a 80’s revival look is jewel tones and combining different patterns and colours in one look. Don’t be afraid of wearing multiple colours, fabrics and patterns in one outfit, it all about being bold and vibrant.

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Modern perms are done using bigger rollers to give an effortless beachy look. Perms aren’t just gaining popularity with women, men are moving away from the slicked back Peaky Blinders style cut, opting for a perm on the top of the head to give a messy look.

As well as makeup, hair and fashion, vintage perfumes are also having their moment. Launched in 1977, YSL Opium was a must have fragrance in the 80’s. The rich deep musk scent was intoxicating and exotic.

The spicy intense scent was given a revival for a new audience with the launch of Black Opium in 2014, a nod to the original fragrance. The 2000’s had a heavy emphasis on sweet smelling, fresh scents whereas 2020 is all about musky power statement perfume think Giorgio Beverly Hills and Calvin Klein Obsession.

Scents can bring back so many memories, why not go back to your favourite fragrance you wore growing up to experience some nostalgia.

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IN CHANGE

LIFE CHANGING SOLUTIONS FROM SILVERLINK CLINICS We all have our own reason to lose weight – a turning point which changes our lives. For Claire Healey it was a horrific car crash which left her trapped upside down inside her car fearing that she was too fat to crawl out. She said: “Two men pulled me out, but I didn’t think I would manage it. I was so embarrassed and I decided there and then to find the answer to my weight problem.”

Claire approached Alevere Specialist Medical Weight Loss Clinics at Silverlink

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Claire comments “I was desperate. I had tried to lose weight many times in the past, but I had just got bigger. Nothing had worked for me. The car crash made me determined to finally sort myself out.” Now, just months after walking through the doors of the clinic weighing over 19 stone, Claire is an incredible size 12 and weighs just 11 stone.

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FOOD GOSSIP

Food is a fundamental part of everyone’s life, food and drink are often at the centre of all occasions - going out for a drink with friends, enjoying a delicious meal to celebrate an occasion or cooking traditional dishes for religious and cultural events, food is at the centre of it all.

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2020: THE YEAR OF FEEL GOOD FOOD

Trends aren’t just reserved for fashion and home interiors, the food world is always changing to keep up with demands and new tastes. Here are the most popular and upcoming culinary advances in 2020.

Plant based food products are on the rise, ranging from soya based sausages through to almond milk. However these foods aren’t reserved for vegetarians and vegans, plenty of meat eaters are opting for plant based foods as a healthier alternative, benefiting from getting their five a day and

This is due to the people wanting to enjoy their favourite drinks without the side effects of alcohol.

Pubs are now offering alcohol free beer, wine and even cocktails so that the designated driver can still take part in having a pint with their friends whilst still being sober. You can enjoy your favourite drinks without the downtime and limitations.

Restaurants have had to accommodate for a different style of service. People are wanting a more sociable experience from their meal. Large individual meals are being replaced with small plates and sharing platters. Instead of each person getting their own meal, tables are being filled with a variety of dishes for you to put onto your plate and share with your friends. It is all about trying a multitude of flavours and textures.

reducing their saturated fat intake. These

2020 is all about making small changes to your

healthier options used to only be available

diet to make you feel great.

in health food stores whereas now you can find them on supermarket shelves and on cafe menus, they have never been more accessible.

Low volume or alcohol free beverages have had a rapid rise in sales, with drinks ranging from 0% to 3% being the most

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A NIGHT AT CHAPTERS DELI DON’T MISS OUT ON AN EVENING OF GOOD FOOD AND GREAT MUSIC

Thursday 28th May • 7pm • £30pp • Smart Casual

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Bubbly on Arrival • Three Course Meal • Live Music

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Easter Sunday Cruise

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Saturday 11th April

Join us for a special Easter treat on board the Teesside Princess! Hop on board for a fun-filled day. There will be lots of games, a craft deck upstairs and even an Easter Egg Hunt!

Make sure to create your Easter Bonnet at home and bring it on board with you for a chance to win some prizes!

Ticket includes 2 hour sailing, afternoon tea, games and prizes, arts and crafts and Easter egg hunt.

Adults: £12.95pp Kids: £16.95pp

Sunday 12th April

A relaxing 3 hour journey down the River Tees with an informative commentary about the cultural and heritage past of Teesside. Spot the wildlife such as herons, kingfishers, deer and even seals!

Starting from Stockton, travelling to Yarm, stopping at Preston Park and returning back to the Tees Barrage and finally docking back at Stockton.

Ticket includes 3 hour sailing and a two course traditional roast dinner.

Adults: £21.95

Concession: £20.95 Children: £15.95

Easter Bank Holiday Cruise Monday 13th April 12pm - 3pm

Unwind this easter bank holiday by taking in the stunning local views and tucking into a delicious afternoon tea.

On the three hour journey down the River Tees you will find out more about the history and charm of Teesside.

Ticket includes 3 hour sailing, a range of freshly prepared sandwiches, salad, scones with jam and clotted cream, a selection of sweet treats and a pot of tea/coffee.

Adults: £19.95

Concession: £18.95 Children: £12.95

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HOME GOSSIP

Your home is where you come to relax at the end of a long day, it is the hub of family life and it stores your most cherished possessions and memories.

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Thinking of updating your home decor? Here are the top trends for each room in your house.

Two toned kitchen cabinets are becoming increasingly popular, moving away from an all matching kitchen set to one that has different tones to compliment the space.

Neutral cabinets with white doors look chic and stylish - you can either choose a neutral shade door or a pop of colour for something more vibrant. You can also contrast the finish too, pairing a matte effect with a gloss for maximum impact.

Bedrooms are moving away from being simplistic and minimalist to being a cosy space that echoes your personality and interests. Add a pop of colour to your room with framed artwork, bright cushions and a statement rug - vivid pinks, rich yellows and turquoise are popular shades in 2020. Your bedroom should be a space that you enjoy waking up in to kick start your day.

Grey, beige and white have dominated living room areas recently, but now the

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trend is going in a deeper, darker direction, moving away from minimalism to being more maximalist.

Taking inspiration from Victorian decor, opt for vibrant wallpaper, deep rich wooden flooring, emerald green soft furnishings and decorative ornaments for an elegant style.

Neutral colours have long been a popular choice for bathrooms, but 2020 is focused more on the darker, cooler tones such as slate grey and black.

Modern bathrooms offer so many customisable options to suit a variety of lifestyles. You can choose from functional storage solutions and easy to clean surfaces through to something more luxurious. A great bathroom is one that works for you and your lifestyle.

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Installation

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In instances where it is not viable for us to do the work outside of our workshop, we will collect the car and deliver it back to you, all free of charge.

Mobile Service

Demonstrations

We also offer a mobile service, as we appreciate how difficult it can be for our customers to bring their vehicles to us.

We are happy to provide a free no obligation demonstrations from our workshop in Darlington.

Boot Hoist

A Boot Hoist allows you to lift and store a scooter, wheelchair or power chair in the back of your vehicle with just a touch of a button. They are easy to operate and are powered by your vehicle so no modifications are needed to the mobility device.

Turnout Seats

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A Wheelchair winch is designed to assist a carer with the safe loading or unloading of a wheelchair in a modified vehicle. It is compact and powerful with dynamic braking and easy to use controls.

Platform Lift

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Platform Folding Lift A Platform folding lift folds automatically to provide an unobstructed view for the passenger and the driver. Secure, reliable access and easy to operate. The lift can be fitted to small and large vehicle and has a polyester coating to resist corrosion for long lasting use.

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ACHIEVE GOSSIP

INSPIRATIONAL NEW BOOK FROM BOBBY LATHERON

Bobby Latheron’s new book “My World In My Words” shines a light on what it is like to live with autism and aims to open people’s eyes about the effects of their actions.

24 year old Bobby from Middlesbrough wasn’t diagnosed until he was 13.

He received relentless bullying at school and found it hard to make friends, Bobby recalls upsetting times when he would “act the clown” when his classmates told

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him to in an attempt to make friends. “There was name-calling at school, students would get me to do stupid things. I didn’t know what to do to make friends. So I would do those stupid things.”

The bullying greatly effected Bobby’s mental health and caused him to change schools.

Unfortunately Bobby found that the bullying and discrimination continued into his adult life.

On a recent trip to America with local charity Autism Matters, the group Bobby was travelling with encountered abuse from other passengers.

Bobby used writing and creating music as an outlet for his feelings. Regularly working with Carl Pemberton from Journey South to record his music. Bobby’s songs cover a wide range of themes, ranging from life with autism through to relationships - his discography is full of themes that are relatable for lots of people.

Bobby is motivated to tell people what it is like living with autism and to encourage more people to speak out to gain a better understanding of the condition.

Bobby hopes that he can inspire others who have autism as well as teaching everyone about the importance of kindness and patience.

You can purchase Bobby’s book from Amazon and from Waterstones.

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NEW LEXUS RX SELF-CHARGING HYBRID

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Model shown is RX F SPORT (£55,205) including solid paint. Exact fuel consumption figures for model shown in mpg (l/100km) combined: 35.7 (7.9) and CO2: 134 g/km. RX model range in mpg (l/100km) official fuel consumption figures: combined 35.3 (8.0) – 35.7 (7.9). Figures are provided for comparative purposes; only compare fuel consumption and CO2 figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results. All mpg figures quoted are full WLTP figures. All CO2 figures quoted are NEDC equivalent. CO2 figures (and hence car tax and recommended ‘on the road’ prices) subject to change for new vehicles registered after 6 April 2020, due to a change in the official method of calculation. Find out more about WLTP at www.lexus.co.uk/ page 32 WLTP#eco-hero or contact your local Lexus Centre.