Mike McGrother
In his Wild Rover persona Mike has embarked on walks to share stories from history and encourage people to talk about mental health. Mike’s mantra – take one step at a time – helped him overcome his own demons and now, writing for The Northern Echo, he hopes to help others as they take the steps they need on their own journeys of recovery.
Opinion on the issues of the week by The Northern Echo's editor.
Characterful people and colourful places of the North-East.
Chris Lloyd on a quest to understand today’s world.
Weekly columns from The Northern Echo's former editor.
Weekly political comment from Chris Moncrieff.
Anti-injustice, pro-equality, sometimes ragey.
Monthly column from Tees Valley Mayor, Ben Houchen.
Encouraging people to talk about mental health.
Durham Police chief Mike Barton's monthly column on policing.