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Longbenton police incident LIVE: Updates as residential street cordoned off and officers on scene
Longbenton
Officers are on the scene at Charnwood Avenue in Longbenton following an emergency services call-out
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Where it's going to be hottest in the North East as UK temperatures to hit 30C
North East Weather
In Newcastle, temperatures are expected to hit 23C on Thursday, May 1, while it could be even warmer in County Durham
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Newcastle travel live updates: Lane closed on A19 northbound after crash
Traffic & Travel
Follow live updates here for the latest on Newcastle's roads and updates on public transport across the North East region
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Newcastle man admits wounding partner who sustained stab injuries to her neck
Walkergate
Mark Downey, 52, pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and will be sentenced in July
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Work to start soon on controversial scheme for 141 new homes on former Morpeth hospital site
Northumberland
More than 60 people objected to the scheme prior to planning permission being secured
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New breast screening technology pioneered in Newcastle can ‘light up’ cancer
Royal Victoria Infirmary Newcastle
Newcastle University experts are working on a prototype that could save lives and improve breast screening.
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Determined Gateshead great-gran and cancer patient fundraising from her hospital bed
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Pat Stephenson has been fundraising from her bed on the Queen Elizabeth Hospital's cardiology unit.
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Vile rapists among North East criminals jailed in April 2025 - full list of offenders locked up
Crime
A number of people were handed prison sentences of more than 10 years for rape, sexual offences and other crimes - here are their faces
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Regulator calls for improvement to Gateshead council housing as inspection finds 'weaknesses'
Housing
The Regulator of Social Housing found concerns about a backlog of repairs and complaints from Gateshead Council tenants, but said that improvements are in the works
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Tyne Tunnel toll increases from today – find out how much you'll have to pay
Tyne Tunnel
The toll for using the Tyne Tunnel will increase to £2.50 for cars and £5 for HGVs on May 1
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North East mayor hits out at 'ridiculous' competition between regions as North pushes for more power
Politics
Kim McGuinness and Andy Burnham pushed the case for Northern leaders to be given far greater powers when they appeared in front of MPs this week
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Families enjoy hot weather in Tynemouth on another sunny day in the North East
North East Weather
With the Met Office reporting temperature highs of 20 °C in the region, people took full advantage of the sun in two great outdoor locations
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Birtley and Saltwell crematoriums signed off for digital revamp following 'system failures'
Gateshead Council
A revamp of the crematoriums' streaming services will allow for improved services, says council
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Council leader defends Northumberland after criticism from Prime Minister
Northumberland
The council was slammed by the PM over a rise in flytipping incidents
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Bedlington Central Reform candidate accused of making homophobic social media post
Northumberland
The post has been heavily criticised by the party's political opponents ahead of local elections on Thursday
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'It's gone viral': Voice messages allegedly show Sycamore Gap accused 'revelling' in reaction
Northumberland
Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers deny causing criminal damage to the Sycamore Gap tree and Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland
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Sycamore Gap jury see footage of tree felling and hear alleged 'revelling' at reaction to it
Northumberland
Jurors in the trial of Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers began hearing evidence on the second day of the trial at Newcastle Crown Court
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Residents reminded Northumberland local elections wards and polling stations may have changed following boundary review
Northumberland
The independent review was completed in 2023
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Fury at alleged outburst from Newcastle councillor claiming 'residents know s****'
Newcastle City Council
An unnamed councillor is accused of making a foul-mouthed remark about residents during an online meeting last week, which others have branded "extremely offensive"
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Masked raiders steal charity donation boxes from Seven Stories in Ouseburn in 'cruel' attack
Museums
Two charity boxes were stolen from Seven Stories in the Ouseburn Valley and Northumbria Police have issued an appeal for information
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Local and mayoral elections: What you can and can't do in a polling station
Local Elections
As May 1 approaches, here is your guide to what is and isn't allowed in your polling station
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Greggs' Magic Bags reach five million mark - and new Surprise Bags are set to be launched
Greggs
The Newcastle bakery chain has been working with surplus food company Too Good To Go for four years now
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Greggs opens fresh North Tyneside bakery following relocation
Greggs
Greggs has relocated to a larger unit at The Boulevard in Longbenton
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New Tyne and Wear Metro trains back in action after being pulled from service over door issue
Tyne and Wear Metro
Metro operator Nexus has confirmed that it is putting its new fleet of trains back into service, after a door problem led them to be withdrawn from use last week
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Bank HolidayBank holiday warning as Boxing Day to be moved in 2026 and 2027The Christmas Day and Boxing Day bank holidays are set for a shake-up in the UK in 2026 and 2027 as the Government has already planned three 'substitute days'
Vile rapists among North East criminals jailed in April 2025 - full list of offenders locked up
Crime
A number of people were handed prison sentences of more than 10 years for rape, sexual offences and other crimes - here are their faces
Newcastle man admits wounding partner who sustained stab injuries to her neck
Walkergate
Mark Downey, 52, pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and will be sentenced in July
Tyne Tunnel toll increases from today – find out how much you'll have to pay
Tyne Tunnel
The toll for using the Tyne Tunnel will increase to £2.50 for cars and £5 for HGVs on May 1
Fury at alleged outburst from Newcastle councillor claiming 'residents know s****'
Newcastle City Council
An unnamed councillor is accused of making a foul-mouthed remark about residents during an online meeting last week, which others have branded "extremely offensive"
LongbentonLongbenton police incident LIVE: Updates as residential street cordoned off and officers on sceneOfficers are on the scene at Charnwood Avenue in Longbenton following an emergency services call-out
Where it's going to be hottest in the North East as UK temperatures to hit 30C
North East Weather
In Newcastle, temperatures are expected to hit 23C on Thursday, May 1, while it could be even warmer in County Durham
Newcastle travel live updates: Lane closed on A19 northbound after crash
Traffic & Travel
Follow live updates here for the latest on Newcastle's roads and updates on public transport across the North East region
Newcastle man admits wounding partner who sustained stab injuries to her neck
Walkergate
Mark Downey, 52, pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and will be sentenced in July
Work to start soon on controversial scheme for 141 new homes on former Morpeth hospital site
Northumberland
More than 60 people objected to the scheme prior to planning permission being secured
Bank HolidayBank holiday warning as Boxing Day to be moved in 2026 and 2027The Christmas Day and Boxing Day bank holidays are set for a shake-up in the UK in 2026 and 2027 as the Government has already planned three 'substitute days'
Vile rapists among North East criminals jailed in April 2025 - full list of offenders locked up
Crime
A number of people were handed prison sentences of more than 10 years for rape, sexual offences and other crimes - here are their faces
'The answer is no' - Kevin Keegan's admission after remarkable Newcastle United boss comment
Kevin Keegan
The former Newcastle United boss was known to wear his heart on his sleeve but he does not get the same buzz from modern football
Urgent travel warning as UK tourists told 'all future holidays cancelled'
Travel & Tourism
Balkan Holidays Ltd has closed for business in the UK, with all forward holiday bookings having been cancelled and all clients set to be notified and refunded in full
Garang Kuol history repeating itself as Newcastle United left with big summer decision
Newcastle United FC Transfer News
Newcastle United have grand plans for their exciting young talent
LongbentonLongbenton police incident LIVE: Updates as residential street cordoned off and officers on sceneOfficers are on the scene at Charnwood Avenue in Longbenton following an emergency services call-out
Where it's going to be hottest in the North East as UK temperatures to hit 30C
North East Weather
In Newcastle, temperatures are expected to hit 23C on Thursday, May 1, while it could be even warmer in County Durham
Newcastle United can repeat £75m transfer trick with astute summer window moves
Newcastle United FC Transfer News
The Magpies have already shown they are willing to take top talent from relegated Premier League sides
Lewis Miley on Newcastle United standby amid Joe Willock doubts and fresh Joelinton injury blow
Newcastle United FC
The Magpies have a couple of injury issues going into the run-in with Joelinton not spotted in training this week
Newcastle travel live updates: Lane closed on A19 northbound after crash
Traffic & Travel
Follow live updates here for the latest on Newcastle's roads and updates on public transport across the North East region