The so-called Beast from the East was caused by a weather phenomenon known as sudden stratospheric warming (SSW) - and forecasters say it could be about to occur once more

The Labour government has been granted new powers to directly reclaim money from those who have overclaimed benefits, with the measures set to be introduced from April 2026

Blue Islands, which was based in the Channel Islands, has ceased trading and cancelled all flights, leaving thousands of passengers stranded

The Met Office has issued a warning about a 'wall of snow' hitting the UK this week - and drivers are being urged to prepare their vehicles ahead of the harsh weather to avoid being fined

Anyone approaching State Pension age is urged to check which payments they will continue to receive after they retire and which ones will stop

Both of Hartlepool's lifeboats were called to the shoreline from the Heugh Breakwater at the Headland to Steetley Pier

Karen Ann Eden has been struck off after a misconduct hearing found she had taken agency shifts while off sick and then called a colleague a 'green eyed monster'

Teesside health services are likely to be in high demand with a 'cold health alert' issued in the North East as the region is expected to face below freezing temperatures

Plans have been approved at the Golden Lion pub in Whitby conservation area

The proposals will also provide a "a speakeasy-style cocktail bar" on Scarborough Street in Hartlepool