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Local Community Comes Together for Tyneside Cat Centre’s 2024 Christmas Fayre
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Local Community Comes Together for Tyneside Cat Centre’s 2024 Christmas Fayre

When Cats Protection Tyneside Cat Centre opened its doors to the public on November 30, it was a place filled with the chatter of excited voices, the jingling of festive decorations and the scent of homemade baked goods – but for the cat rescue, their annual Christmas Fayre was more than just a lighthearted festive event; it was a vital fundraiser to support their ongoing efforts to care for and rehome cats in need. Cats Protection Tyneside Cat Centre. Photograph: Trinity Eadie Crowds of devoted cat lovers flocked to the centre from across Tyneside, Felling and Gateshead and were greeted with a variety of stalls offering everything from affordable cat care essentials to a nostalgic selection of festive tombolas and handmade gifts. The Fayre was not only a chance to raise much-needed ...
Local Cat Influencer Publishes Children’s Book for Charity
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Local Cat Influencer Publishes Children’s Book for Charity

Social media star Eric is the inspiration behind a new children’s book. Eric with his new book, A Home for Every Cat. Photograph: Paul Richardson and Helen Aitchison Eric, a rescue cat turned social media star who lives in North Tyneside, has released a new children’s book inspired by his life to raise money for New Beginnings Cat Rescue and Rehoming. The book, titled ‘A Home for Every Cat’, was released on November 9, with all profits going towards supporting the charity that saved Eric’s life. https://twitter.com/erics_escapades/status/1855166175941947861 Eric was rescued as a kitten by New Beginnings after being found on the streets and narrowly surviving cat flu, a life-threatening condition that he has battled on three separate occasions. Despite still being vulner...