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The 1984-5 miners’ strike is a moment ripe with lessons and with stories that are devastating and inspiring in equal measure. Among them is the incredible story of the coalfield women. The women’s support movement whirred into action only a few short weeks after the strike began on 6 March 1984. Support groups were set up in every coalfield by local women, predominantly the wives, sisters and daughters of miners. They would keep the strike going for 12 long months. Class

NWN reporter Cameron Blackshaw reflects on his experience taking part in the charity race and speaks to New Life founder Trevor Goodall.

I spent much of my 20s working for a feminist magazine, but as a show at the Tate reminded me, my mum and auntie got there first, writes Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff

Team members from Bloor Homes, sponsors of the inaugural Greenham Common Half Marathon and 10K event, will be taking part in this race this weekend.

Playground politics collide with urgent social commentary as Protest explores societal injustice through the lenses of three spirited schoolgirls 2.5 stars

Why are we so fascinated by the 1980s? Martine Bailey gives us an insight into the background of the 1980\s the period her latest chilling crime novel \Sharp Scratch\ is set

Not for the first time, the politicians have taken complete leave of their senses. They have managed to make the human tragedy unfolding in Israel and Gaza all about them.

A soul and blues concert, a half marathon and a sustainability event are just a few of the things going on your area this week.

From Alexander McQueen to Vivienne Westwood, these are the most memorable shows of all time

Rebel Dykes: The underground story of post-punk lesbian feminism in the 1980s. Rebel Dykes airs on Channel 4 HD at 2:20 AM, Wednesday 7 February. The underground story of post-punk lesbian feminism in the 1980s