Rare English rainforest to become protected nature reserve
The Borrowdale Valley in Cumbria was declared a national nature reserve by Natural England and the National Trust on Wednesday.
Source: guernseypress.com
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Poison ivy seems to thrive under climate change : Shots
Rising temperatures and carbon dioxide levels give the toxic vine the oomph it needs to grow earlier, bigger and itchier, scientists say.
Source: npr.org
Shildon mum's award for supporting others bereaved by suicide
THERE was a standing ovation for the Unsung Hero at the County Durham Together Awards ceremony.
Source: thenorthernecho.co.uk
Chester-le-Street food charity wins County Durham environment prize
THE social enterprise REfUSE is committed to reducing food waste.
Source: thenorthernecho.co.uk