Community

Recognising an ‘Unsung Hero’ in South Tyneside

A picture of health

Taking up a new hobby can be a great way to manage your mental health and live the life you want. Bernie Penman, a 71-year-old from Stanley found that taking up photography really helped him. We met up with Bernie to find out more.

Congratulations from Karbon!

In our latest issue of At Home with Karbon we featured some of our customers and colleagues who recently celebrated momentous occasions. 

We thought we'd share these lovely stories here as well just in case you missed it:

Catchgate's answer to Captain Tom!

Don Elsom from County Durham celebrates his 95th birthday by raising over £4,000 for charity.

North East befriending project gets boost in funding to support its expansion

Community art project boosts the vibrancy of Stanley’s high street

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