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Sun, 17 May 2026 08:33:26 +0000
Health conditions drivers must tell DVLA about or face £1,000 fine - full rules
Here's a list of the rules covering the medical conditions that need to be declared to the DVLA and what drivers need to check

Sun, 17 May 2026 08:32:59 +0000
Tyneside care home where staff turnover so high families have 'no idea who is in charge'
Cleadon Court in South Shields has been graded as 'requires improvement' by Care Quality Commission inspectors

Sun, 17 May 2026 08:24:52 +0000
Whitley Bay Police Station closed to public less than two years after opening
The station has been shut but Northumbria Police insists that operational activity in Whitley Bay will not be affected

Sun, 17 May 2026 08:00:10 +0000
Ebola outbreak declared global health emergency by WHO after 88 deaths
WHO officials said the Ebola outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic like Covid and advised against closure of international borders

Sun, 17 May 2026 07:45:49 +0000
Barbour submits planning application for improvements to South Tyneside headquarters
J Barbour & Sons Ltd has been trading since 1894 and has a number of Royal Warrants endorsing the product

Sun, 17 May 2026 07:21:04 +0000
Jobs boost for South Tyneside as major 'indoor adventure park' plan submitted
A planning application has been submitted for an AirHop indoor adventure and trampoline park

Sun, 17 May 2026 06:58:42 +0000
Wes Streeting confirms Labour leadership bid and calls for Britain to rejoin EU
Wes Streeting has confirmed he will stand in a Labour leadership contest and called for Britain to one day rejoin the EU

Sun, 17 May 2026 03:11:00 +0000
Ibuprofen warning as you should avoid mixing with these medications
The NHS has warned that ibuprofen does not mix well with certain medicines

Sun, 17 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000
The lesser-known North East coastal spot that's perfect for watching sunrise
While the North East is blessed with many beautiful beaches and incredible countryside, the Durham Heritage Coast offers both

Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000
How Northumberland paedophile's lies unravelled at an Elvis Presley tribute show
John Siddell was jailed for 15 years, plus a two-year extended sentence, after he pleaded guilty to multiple child sex offences

Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Gateshead rapist who forced himself on crying woman could have prison term extended
Paul Batey forced himself on a victim and was jailed for five years in March, but now could have his 'unduly lenient' sentence increased

Sat, 16 May 2026 23:15:00 +0000
Inside the Northumberland countryside cottage with stunning open views
The property is currently up for auction via Pattinson Estate Agents with a starting bid of £320,000

Sat, 16 May 2026 23:15:00 +0000
Northern bid to host Olympics takes step forward with Government support
UK Sport will assess cost and benefits of bringing the Olympics to the North, as well as any bid's chances of success

Sat, 16 May 2026 23:10:00 +0000
Career crook back behind bars after torching inside of car in Gateshead
Andrew Reveley, who was on a suspended sentence, also shouted racist abuse during the incident, which saw him cause £500-worth of damage

Sat, 16 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000
Newcastle United 40 years ago: A mid-table team lit up by Beardsley and a teenager called Gazza
The Magpies’ 1985-86 season marked the emergence of Paul Gascoigne and the continued rise of Peter Beardsley

Sat, 16 May 2026 20:54:10 +0000
One person taken to hospital and road closed after two vehicle crash near Jesmond
Police, paramedics and firefighters were all called to the scene on Saturday evening

Sat, 16 May 2026 20:42:52 +0000
Clock presented by Newcastle United among the items which will be sold at auction this week
The Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos clock features an an engraved inscription and is estimated at £300 to £500

Sat, 16 May 2026 20:06:43 +0000
Best mates from Newcastle University speak out about mental health struggles ahead of 72-hole golf challenge
Best mates Raff and Harry have been there for each other - and now are looking to support others through difficult mental health

Sat, 16 May 2026 19:44:39 +0000
Protesters gather at Tynemouth Longsands to demand action on sewage pollution
Surfers Against Sewage were joined by the Red Rebels on Tynemouth Longsands on Saturday

Sat, 16 May 2026 19:32:16 +0000
Meet the salon owner who aims to encourage women to believe in themselves after moving to Tyneside
Panagiota Bitsi, known as Emma, runs Salon Sugar in Newcastle city centre

Sat, 16 May 2026 19:14:50 +0000
Much-loved black and white cat given up after owner went into care
Eight-year-old Harper is looking for a new home after her previous owner was forced to give her up

Sat, 16 May 2026 18:49:55 +0000
Patrick Topping to play DJ set at St James' STACK after Newcastle's final home game of the season
St James' STACK say entry will be free but it will be first come first serve

Sat, 16 May 2026 18:06:26 +0000
Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Saturday, May 16
The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws

Sat, 16 May 2026 17:02:01 +0000
Eurovision 2026 final LIVE: Bulgaria clinch the win over Israel as UK comes last
It's time for the Eurovision Grand Final!

Sat, 16 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'The fear is palpable' - Gateshead's Jewish community living with threat of anti-Semitic attacks
Bensham has one of the largest orthodox Jewish communities outside London

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