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Gardening Tips Guidance for creating the perfect garden
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Movies Reviewing the latest box office films and DVD releases
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GARDENING TIPS APRIL 2015
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SPRING IS FINALLY IN EVIDENCE AS DAFFODILS AND FLOWERING TREES START TO BLOOM. Expect the inevitable April showers this month but with sunny days too, when you can turn your attention to the lawn. It’s an exciting month, with indoor-sown seeds well into growth, and it’s also time to start sowing outdoors. Just watch out for frosts. Hardy annuals can be sown in pots or modules to provide colour in the garden. Annual grasses can be fun to try too: Briza maxima, Lagurus ovatus and Hordeum jubatum are suitable examples. In mild areas with light soil, you can sow directly outside. Marking out irregularly shaped seedbeds and broadcasting ‘drifts’ of different seed gives a more natural look.
Structure care Use a stiff-bristled brush or pressure washer to remove algae from paths. Pressure washers can
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Sweet peas can be sown outside this month. Plant out autumn -sown sweet peas that have been raised in pots, and prepare your wigwam supports for them to climb, using a light twine to tie the plants in.
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CINEMA Avengers Age of Ultron RELEASED 24/04/15
When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him
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After defeating Owen Shaw and his crew, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel), Brian O’Conner (Paul Walker) and the rest of the crew are able to return to the United States and live normal lives again as they had wanted. However, Owen’s older brother, Ian Shaw (Jason Statham), is after Dom and his crew, seeking revenge for his
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brother’s death and putting the entire crew in danger once more. After learning of Han’s death, the crew sets out to find the man who killed one of their own, before he finds them first
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When Lou finds himself in trouble, Nick and Jacob fire up the hot tub time machine in an attempt to get back to the past. But they inadvertently land in the future with Adam Jr. Now they have to alter the future in order to save the past - which is really the present. Museum guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) is one of the few people who knows the secret of New York’s American Museum Of Natural History. Each night, the exhibits spring to life! But now the ancient Egyptian stone tablet that powers this magic is starting to wear out. In order to find out how to fix it, Larry must travel to the British Museum.
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DIET PROBLEMS
For more than 20 years the media has bombarded us with a perpetual diet craze. An avalanche of fad diets are announced one after another as breaking news while producing zero true results. Sure, you may lose 5, 10 or even 20 pounds on a fad diet...but you’ll gain it all back and then some. How can I be so confident that your results will be short lived? It’s actually a simple concept, and once you understand it you will be forever saved from the tortures of yo-yo dieting. Fad diets saddle you with unreasonable calorie restrictions and some even cut out entire food groups just to produce that short lived drop in weight-a process that is actually harmful to your health. The fad diets also ignore one major component to shaping up: Exercise You see, most fad diets operate on one age old premise: cut calories, cut calories, cut calories. By restricting the type and amount of food consumed the fad dieter usually sees an immediate drop in weight. If only it stopped there... But it doesn’t stop there. Life continues, and the fad dieter returns to their pre-diet eating habits- with one major difference in their body due to the sudden drop in pounds. Their calorie requirements have gotten smaller.
I know this is starting to sound like some heavy stuff, but hear me out. Changing your lifestyle from one that is unhealthy to one that is healthy will be the best thing that you ever do for yourself. Trust me, I help people like you make this change every day with amazing results.
Fact: The shape of your body is the direct result of your current lifestyle. So how do I change my lifestyle? That is a great question, and the answer is actually easier than you might think. Most people who are unhappy with their bodies are really only holding on to a few bad habits. Once these destructive habits are identified and then replaced with healthy habits their body naturally transforms from one that they loathe to one that they are proud of. In other words, to get the body that you want simply determine your unhealthy habits and replace them with healthy ones. Here are the most prevalent unhealthy habits:
In practical terms this means that the dieter will begin gaining weight even though they are eating their normal pre-diet portions. And since exercise hasn’t become a part of their routine, the unneeded calories will result in pounds gained. So what’s a dieter to do? Find a brand new diet to follow-right? Wrong.
The habit of inactivity. Failing to exercise on a consistent basis is one of the most destructive obstacles for your health and figure. (The key word here is consistent. If you aren’t exercising at least 3-4 times each week then you own this habit.)
There is a way to drop pounds and firm your body, but you won’t read about it in the next diet book or hear it on the news. The solution to your fad dieting nightmare is a lifestyle change.
The habit of overeating. Consuming calories in excess of your daily caloric needs is one of the main reasons that more adults are overweight today than ever before.
What is a lifestyle change? To change your lifestyle means to replace unhealthy habits with healthy ones, and to do so consistently. It isn’t something you do for a week or two, only to revert back your old ways - a lifestyle change redefines who you are.
The habit of empty calories. Filling your diet with foods that hold little to no nutritional value is a great way to expand your waist. (Hint: if a food item is made up of mainly sugar and/or fat consider it ‘empty’ calories.)
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History has been written about the legendary runners and riders who have triumphed in the Grand National, each of them demonstrating that thrilling combination of human endeavour and equine fortitude. From the legendary triplewinning success of Red Rum, to our present day successors, there is always a story to be told. Once again the world will stop in its tracks, as 600 million people watch live on television. 40 horses and jockeys will line up to race across the famous fences including Becher’s Brook, Canal Turn, Valentine’s and The Chair. This month’s Grand National will be held on 11 April 2015. The most recent, in 2014, was won by Pineau de Re, ridden by jockey Leighton Aspell for trainer Richard Newland. In August 2013 Crabbie’s was announced as the new sponsor of the Grand National. The three-year deal between the alcoholic ginger beer producer and Aintree saw the race run for a record purse of £1 million in 2014.
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2015 MASTERS TOURNAMENT
The 2015 Masters Tournament will be the 79th edition of the Masters Tournament and the first of golf’s four major championships to be held in 2015. It will be held from April 9th-12th at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The Masters has the smallest field of the four major championships. Officially, the Masters remains an invitation event, but there is a set of qualifying criteria that determines who is included in the field. Each player is classified according to the first category by which he qualified, with other categories in which he qualified Golfers who qualify based solely on their performance in amateur tournaments must remain amateurs on the starting day of the tournament to be eligible to play. Since 1949, a green jacket has been awarded to the champion, who must return it to the clubhouse one year after their victory.
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Root veg & Rosemary Ragu INGREDIENTS Oil for frying 2 large onions, finely diced 2 sticks celery, finely diced 2 carrots, finely diced 4 rashers streaky bacon, chopped into small pieces 400g beef mince 400g pork mince 3 tbsp tomato purée 2 large sprigs rosemary, leaves very finely chopped 2 good glasses of red wine 1 pack Riverford chicken stock (500ml) 800g root veg (eg. 1 parsnip, ½ medium swede, ½ celeriac), diced to 1-2cm
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Serves 8 Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 90 mins Method: 1. Heat 3 tbsp oil in a large pan. Add the onion, celery and carrot. Fry very gently for 12-15 mins, stirring now and then, until softened. 2. Turn up the heat a little, add the bacon and fry for 3-4 mins. Add the beef and pork and fry to brown. Add the tomato purée and stir for 1 min. Add the rosemary, wine, stock and veg. 3. Season and simmer very gently for 1½ hours, giving the odd stir now and then to stop it catching on the bottom. Toss with pasta, use as a lasagne filling or serve on creamy mash.
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Chatterbox 592 Café
592 Durham Road, Low Fell, 0191 487 5750
NOW SERVING SUNDAY LUNCH BRISTOT COFFEE • HOT & COLD BEVERAGES DAILY SPECIALS • SANDWICHES PANINIS & TOASTIES • LIGHT BITES JACKET POTATOES • ALL DAY BREAKFASTS
All food made fresh to order
TAKE AWAY MENU AVAILABLE Come in & see us Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am - 3.30pm, Sunday 9.30am to 2.30pm
OPEN WEEKDAYS
9am - 4:30pm. Closed weeken ds and bank holiday s. No appointment necessary.
ESTABLISHED 1996
Looking for a new home for your unwanted, usable furniture and electrical items? Donating to us is simple, and collection is FREE of charge. Call us on 0191 4778337 to arrange collection. Community furniture charity (Reg. 1090034) offering low cost, pre-loved furniture and small electrical appliances. Significant discounts for people on low incomes, benefits or have financial difficulties.
New and flat-pack furniture also available at cost price for those in need. PAT Testing services available to local businesses (discounted service for charitable organisations)
Units 1-4 Teams Craft Workshops, Askew Road West, Teams, Gateshead, NE8 2PB Tel/Fax: 0191 4778337 E: foundations.project@btconnect.com W: www.furnitureproject.wix.com/foundations
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Low Fell Foot Health Clinic Keeping you mobile.... • Ingrown nail • Verucae • Corns • Callous • Home and Care
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A renticeshi s wit Access Training If you are aged 16-24 then an Apprenticeship could be just what you’re looking for. Apprenticeships are designed to help you learn on the job, developing your practical skills and abilities and helping you to become the best at what you do.
WhAt’s in it for you? • Receive training in the skills employers want • Gain highly recognised qualifications • Excellent progression opportunities • Earn a salary with increased future earning potential
hoW to Apply or find out more?
Access Training, along with a network of local employers, offer a variety of Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships.
To book your interview or to find out more about Apprenticeships with Access Training please contact:
It’s a fantastic route into the world of work for talented individuals and we have Apprenticeships available now!
Chester le Street training centre T / 0191 388 4488 E / khughes@accesstraining.org
Apprenticeships offered
Gateshead training centre T / 0191 490 4646 E / info@accesstraining.org
• Accounting • Barbering • Beauty Therapy • Business Administration • Customer Service • Hairdressing • Information Technology • Installing Security Systems • Manufacturing • Social Media & Digital Marketing • Team Leading & Management • Warehousing
www.accesstraining.org Access training Gateshead Skills Academy, Kingsway South, Team Valley Gateshead, NE11 0JL T / 0191 490 4646 E / info@accesstraining.org
Mile House, Bridge End, Chester le Street, County Durham, DH3 3RA T / 0191 388 4488 E / info@accesstraining.org
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To make and appointment or an enquiry please call 07584 133283 Only 1 mile from the A1 trading estate. We are based on a working farm so visits are strictly by appointment only.
Your local design and print specialists We specialise in leaflets, brochures, business stationery, logos, pop up banners and van signage. Give us a call, see what we can do for you.
Call us: 0191 491 1525 Email: info@teamvalleyprinters.co.uk Website: www.teamvalleyprinters.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON APRIL 2015
OLLY MURS Olly Murs, one of pop music’s biggest and most loved stars, is to hit the road in 2015 with 16 spectacular arena dates across the UK. His tour includes a return to the Metro Radio Arena Newcastle on Saturday 18th April 2015 and now due to incredible demand an additional performance of Sunday 19th April 2015. Olly Murs VIP Package £129.50 Seat in the first 10 rows on the floor/best side tiers Signed programme VIP tour laminate Unique tour merchandise item 18/04/2015 - 19/04/2015 Metro Radio Arena 0844 493 6666 Tickets £29.50, £39.50 & £55.00
NICKI MINAJ
Rap’s reigning queen NICKI MINAJ will launch The Pinkprint Tour in Europe starting March 16th 2015 before arriving at the Metro Radio Arena Newcastle on Friday 10th April 2015. The tour also features special guest Grammy Award-nominated R&B superstar Trey Songz, who recorded two #1 collaborations with Nicki “Touchin/Loving” and “Bottoms Up.” 10/04/2015 Metro Radio Arena 0844 493 6666 Tickets £39.50 & £49.50
THE BODYGUARD
The award-winning musical based on the blockbuster film, is heading to Newcastle in 2015 starring three-time Brit nominee and X-Factor winner, Alexandra Burke* as Rachel Marron. Direct from its smashhit West End run, the show is coming to Theatre Royal for 2 weeks only!
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Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love. *Alexandra Burke is not scheduled to perform at midweek or Saturday matinees including any revised matinee performances. At the matinee performances, the role of Rachel Marron will be played by Zoe Birkett (Pop Idol). The producers of The Bodyguard cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
bank holiday weekend! Join our quest, meet characters from the past and crack the clues on an historic hunt as you explore the magical gardens, hall and castle. Rise to the challenge and you’ll reap a chocolate reward. It’s time to get hands-on with history. 03/04/2015 - 06/04/2015 Belsay Hall, Castle Gardens Member (Child) £1, Adult £8.30, Child 5-15 years £6.00, Concession £7.50, Family £21.60
01/04/2015 - 18/04/2015 Theatre Royal Newcastle 08448 11 21 21 Tickets from £18.95
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Adventurers wanted at Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens in Northumberland this Easter
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