Liz Rees
@lizarees.bsky.social
Retired archivist & museums professional, based in Newcastle upon Tyne but still Welsh. Luxury views my own
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As the year is coming to a close, we’re sharing a letter from our Managing Director, Laura Laffler, about where Side is heading and how the National Lottery Heritage Fund supported “Transforming Amber” has helped shape that future.
Full letter: sidegallery.co.uk/blog/a-year-...
Full letter: sidegallery.co.uk/blog/a-year-...
December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
As the year is coming to a close, we’re sharing a letter from our Managing Director, Laura Laffler, about where Side is heading and how the National Lottery Heritage Fund supported “Transforming Amber” has helped shape that future.
Full letter: sidegallery.co.uk/blog/a-year-...
Full letter: sidegallery.co.uk/blog/a-year-...
Some nominative determinism from Rev Ravi Holy, but if Yaxley-Lennon's really a Christian I'm proud to be on the outside www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
In what sense is Tommy Robinson a genuine Christian? None that I can see | Ravi Holy
The extremist, who is said to have converted in prison, is now planning a mass carol service. But look at his words and deeds: hardly Saint Tommy, is it, says vicar and stand-up comedian Ravi Holy
www.theguardian.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Some nominative determinism from Rev Ravi Holy, but if Yaxley-Lennon's really a Christian I'm proud to be on the outside www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
What is the matter with people? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Christmas tree in Durham village chopped down hours after lights switched on
Police appeal for witnesses after tree put up in tribute to war dead cut down in act of ‘mindless vandalism’
www.theguardian.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:35 PM
What is the matter with people? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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🎄 Still looking for the perfect Xmas gift? There's still time to purchase from our Vintage Poster Sale! Order from Side on or before 15th December for your order to be processed before we close for the holiday.
🛍️ shop.amber-online.com/colle...
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December 12, 2025 at 12:40 PM
🎄 Still looking for the perfect Xmas gift? There's still time to purchase from our Vintage Poster Sale! Order from Side on or before 15th December for your order to be processed before we close for the holiday.
🛍️ shop.amber-online.com/colle...
🛍️ shop.amber-online.com/colle...
My parents were born in the 1910s and are long deceased. I have no idea what phone numbers my brother may have used in the past 5 years & why would I want to tell them anyway? I can (kind of) understand they don't want immigrants from what Trump calls "shitholes" but tourists??
This is the full list of info the US is proposing to require from applicants for an ESTA (electronic travel authorisation) to secure visa-free travel to America. This would apply to every UK holidaymaker, conference attendee or businessperson. public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-22461.pdf
December 11, 2025 at 7:28 PM
My parents were born in the 1910s and are long deceased. I have no idea what phone numbers my brother may have used in the past 5 years & why would I want to tell them anyway? I can (kind of) understand they don't want immigrants from what Trump calls "shitholes" but tourists??
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'Hollowed Ground - The People of the Durham Coalfield' Documentary film.
Today in 1993 the last shift left Wearmouth Colliery, bringing to an end to centuries of working tradition in County Durham.
Film available here
www.amazon.co.uk/Hollowed-Gro... or streaming www.primevideo.com/.../0JRJ1TTJ...
Today in 1993 the last shift left Wearmouth Colliery, bringing to an end to centuries of working tradition in County Durham.
Film available here
www.amazon.co.uk/Hollowed-Gro... or streaming www.primevideo.com/.../0JRJ1TTJ...
December 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
'Hollowed Ground - The People of the Durham Coalfield' Documentary film.
Today in 1993 the last shift left Wearmouth Colliery, bringing to an end to centuries of working tradition in County Durham.
Film available here
www.amazon.co.uk/Hollowed-Gro... or streaming www.primevideo.com/.../0JRJ1TTJ...
Today in 1993 the last shift left Wearmouth Colliery, bringing to an end to centuries of working tradition in County Durham.
Film available here
www.amazon.co.uk/Hollowed-Gro... or streaming www.primevideo.com/.../0JRJ1TTJ...
Blank page notebooks always useful but "75 benefits of Brexit" is quite pricey at £11.99 even if it has a good cover (I haven't seen it) www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Come with me to Jacob Rees-Mogg’s house. The Brexiters are rattled – and it shows | Polly Toynbee
Labour and the country have reached a historic inflection point. For all the talk of Brexit ‘benefits’, the anti-EU ideologues know the tide has turned, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
www.theguardian.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Blank page notebooks always useful but "75 benefits of Brexit" is quite pricey at £11.99 even if it has a good cover (I haven't seen it) www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
How does he ever find the time to play football?!
Newcastle United star Dan Burn delighted the cast of a Christmas panto in the region having landed a part in his hometown show
Dan Burn seen at another North East panto after landing starring role in Blyth
Dan Burn seen at another North East panto after landing starring role in Blyth
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
December 9, 2025 at 6:24 PM
How does he ever find the time to play football?!
"Information regulator reminds council leaders of need for compassion when releasing files on childhood care" www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
ICO promises legal action over ‘traumatic’ UK care-record access
Information regulator reminds council leaders of need for compassion when releasing files on childhood care
www.theguardian.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:56 PM
"Information regulator reminds council leaders of need for compassion when releasing files on childhood care" www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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New story 🌟
Read 'Francisco de Zurbarán's 'Jacob and his Twelve Sons' at Auckland Castle' by Adam Wattam 👉 https://artuk.org/discover/stories/francisco-de-zurbarans-jacob-and-his-twelve-sons-at-auckland-castle
Read 'Francisco de Zurbarán's 'Jacob and his Twelve Sons' at Auckland Castle' by Adam Wattam 👉 https://artuk.org/discover/stories/francisco-de-zurbarans-jacob-and-his-twelve-sons-at-auckland-castle
December 9, 2025 at 4:50 PM
New story 🌟
Read 'Francisco de Zurbarán's 'Jacob and his Twelve Sons' at Auckland Castle' by Adam Wattam 👉 https://artuk.org/discover/stories/francisco-de-zurbarans-jacob-and-his-twelve-sons-at-auckland-castle
Read 'Francisco de Zurbarán's 'Jacob and his Twelve Sons' at Auckland Castle' by Adam Wattam 👉 https://artuk.org/discover/stories/francisco-de-zurbarans-jacob-and-his-twelve-sons-at-auckland-castle
14-year old displaying more mature analysis of Australia's social media ban than many adults (from @theguardian.com)
December 9, 2025 at 4:50 PM
14-year old displaying more mature analysis of Australia's social media ban than many adults (from @theguardian.com)
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Wow - the EU is launching an investigation into Google nicking web content and summarising it using AI. Good to see someone sticking up for content rights ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
Commission opens investigation into possible anticompetitive conduct by Google in the use of online content for AI purposes
The European Commission has opened a formal antitrust investigation to assess whether Google has breached EU competition rules by using the content of web publishers, as well as content uploaded on th
ec.europa.eu
December 9, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Wow - the EU is launching an investigation into Google nicking web content and summarising it using AI. Good to see someone sticking up for content rights ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
Congratulations to The Story, Durham on winning the Excellence in Heritage and Culture Award at the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence 2025. bdaily.co.uk/articles/202...
Durham venue wins national award
A County Durham heritage centre has earned national recognition.
The Story, based at the Grade II-listed Mount Oswald House near Durham…
| North East | Property | Culture | Awards | Heritage | History...
bdaily.co.uk
December 5, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Congratulations to The Story, Durham on winning the Excellence in Heritage and Culture Award at the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence 2025. bdaily.co.uk/articles/202...
Many other tragedies in Gaza of course but some smaller ones my timeline may relate to www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
'Like first aid for manuscripts': Recovery work begins at Gaza's war-damaged heritage sites
Palestinians are clearing rubble from archaeological sites, but restoration is hampered by Israeli restrictions on building materials.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Many other tragedies in Gaza of course but some smaller ones my timeline may relate to www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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🎁 Our Vintage Poster Sale is live. Over 50 original posters from Side’s archive, and 25% off when you buy two or more.
Holiday posting: orders before end of 15 Dec will be processed before we close for Christmas. Later orders ship from Side in the new year.
Shop: shop.amber-online.com/colle...
Holiday posting: orders before end of 15 Dec will be processed before we close for Christmas. Later orders ship from Side in the new year.
Shop: shop.amber-online.com/colle...
December 4, 2025 at 8:32 AM
🎁 Our Vintage Poster Sale is live. Over 50 original posters from Side’s archive, and 25% off when you buy two or more.
Holiday posting: orders before end of 15 Dec will be processed before we close for Christmas. Later orders ship from Side in the new year.
Shop: shop.amber-online.com/colle...
Holiday posting: orders before end of 15 Dec will be processed before we close for Christmas. Later orders ship from Side in the new year.
Shop: shop.amber-online.com/colle...
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Weve got lots of events around the UK for my new Beatles film book in Spring 2026. But this is the first film screening plus book signing to be confirmed. At one of my fave indy cinemas. If you’re in the North East and keen, you can buy tickets now! tynesidecinema.co.uk/event/a-hard...
A Hard Day's Night + Samira Ahmed Book Signing and Q&A - Tyneside Cinema
A Hard Days Night Meet the Beatles! Just one month after they exploded onto the U.S. scene with their Ed Sullivan Show appearance, John, Paul, George, and Ringo began working on a project that would b...
tynesidecinema.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Weve got lots of events around the UK for my new Beatles film book in Spring 2026. But this is the first film screening plus book signing to be confirmed. At one of my fave indy cinemas. If you’re in the North East and keen, you can buy tickets now! tynesidecinema.co.uk/event/a-hard...
#UnconfinedWalks South Tyneside (it amused me anyway……)
December 3, 2025 at 5:12 PM
#UnconfinedWalks South Tyneside (it amused me anyway……)
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This was fantastic - moving, angering, and inspiring in turns. So proud of colleagues David and Julie-Marie, and the wonderful people at The Story, home of Durham archives - including archivist Victoria Oxberry (R), who is helping to build a community archive on HIV/AIDS in the county. 📜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🗃️
Yesterday Prof. Julie-Marie Strange organised an event to mark World AIDS Day with Dr Rupert Whitaker OBE, co-founder of Terrence Higgins Trust, here with Dr David Minto and colleagues from Durham County Council and The Story
December 2, 2025 at 6:41 PM
This was fantastic - moving, angering, and inspiring in turns. So proud of colleagues David and Julie-Marie, and the wonderful people at The Story, home of Durham archives - including archivist Victoria Oxberry (R), who is helping to build a community archive on HIV/AIDS in the county. 📜🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🗃️
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💙 Today is Giving Tuesday
Side and the AmberSide Trust care for an archive that holds working lives, stories and voices from the North East and beyond. It exists because people choose to support it. Thanks for standing with us. Donate: www.justgiving.com/charity/...
Side and the AmberSide Trust care for an archive that holds working lives, stories and voices from the North East and beyond. It exists because people choose to support it. Thanks for standing with us. Donate: www.justgiving.com/charity/...
December 2, 2025 at 9:50 AM
💙 Today is Giving Tuesday
Side and the AmberSide Trust care for an archive that holds working lives, stories and voices from the North East and beyond. It exists because people choose to support it. Thanks for standing with us. Donate: www.justgiving.com/charity/...
Side and the AmberSide Trust care for an archive that holds working lives, stories and voices from the North East and beyond. It exists because people choose to support it. Thanks for standing with us. Donate: www.justgiving.com/charity/...
Interesting perspective from writer Jenny Erpenbeck on what should be included in a writer’s archive. Archivists may disagree. (From today’s Observer)
November 30, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Interesting perspective from writer Jenny Erpenbeck on what should be included in a writer’s archive. Archivists may disagree. (From today’s Observer)
If many people are looking to "downsize" to a place at £1.475million (or even £550,000) we need that council tax surcharge asap www.theguardian.com/money/galler...
Homes for downsizers for sale in England – in pictures
Rachel Reeves’s ‘mansion tax’ may encourage people who were considering downsizing to do so. Here are some options
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2025 at 10:15 PM
If many people are looking to "downsize" to a place at £1.475million (or even £550,000) we need that council tax surcharge asap www.theguardian.com/money/galler...
Funny, I can't think of any shooters who've been women. Maybe the answer is to lock up/deport *all* men
The U.S. on Friday paused all asylum decisions and stopped issuing visas to people from Afghanistan as President Trump launched a major review of the country’s immigration system after the authorities said an Afghan man opened fire on two National Guard members.
Trump Pauses All Asylum Applications and Halts Visas for Afghans
They were the latest restrictive changes to the immigration system after this week’s shooting of two National Guard members.
nyti.ms
November 29, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Funny, I can't think of any shooters who've been women. Maybe the answer is to lock up/deport *all* men
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📷 Are you a street photographer looking to meet others?
North East Street Photography Festival are hosting a free Christmas Market photowalk in Newcastle on Sun 7 Dec, 3 to 5pm. Meet outside Socíété café. Free to all. 🎄
North East Street Photography Festival are hosting a free Christmas Market photowalk in Newcastle on Sun 7 Dec, 3 to 5pm. Meet outside Socíété café. Free to all. 🎄
November 29, 2025 at 9:43 AM
📷 Are you a street photographer looking to meet others?
North East Street Photography Festival are hosting a free Christmas Market photowalk in Newcastle on Sun 7 Dec, 3 to 5pm. Meet outside Socíété café. Free to all. 🎄
North East Street Photography Festival are hosting a free Christmas Market photowalk in Newcastle on Sun 7 Dec, 3 to 5pm. Meet outside Socíété café. Free to all. 🎄
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From Victorian tunnels to a Geordie Golden Gate bridge, the Tyne has inspired many bold ideas which never came to fruition
Imagined crossings: The River Tyne that might have been - but never was
Imagined crossings: The River Tyne that might have been - but never was
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 1:43 AM
From Victorian tunnels to a Geordie Golden Gate bridge, the Tyne has inspired many bold ideas which never came to fruition
"a wrong leader can only bring catastrophic results to a country"
November 29, 2025 at 3:51 PM
"a wrong leader can only bring catastrophic results to a country"