Festival of the North East
A new festival celebrating the culture and heritage of the North East has been launched in Stockton.
A new festival celebrating the culture and heritage of the North East has been launched in Stockton.
Paul Smith, from Newcastle band Maximo Park, told ITV News about why he felt it was important to get involved with this year's Festival of the North East.
"I would personally like to thank the local community for their amazing donations of food, toiletries and clothing. "
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