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Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:53:11 +0000
HMRC warning over ‘stormy seas’ for taxpayers
The taxman has urged people to get on top of their finances

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:43:02 +0000
Race to fight devastating French wildfires near Bordeaux as 41c heatwave approaches
Over 260,000 people have already evacuated their homes, as the fire moves towards the city

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:31:10 +0000
Funeral director gave families strangers' ashes 'with smile on his face'
A court heard that Robert Bush breached the trust placed in him by grieving families 'on an almost industrial scale'

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:45:38 +0000
Port of Tyne update as two containers split in collision cleansed of 'nurdles'
Damage to the containers saw plastic pellets leak into the River Tyne after the incident on July 19 in South Shields

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:27:47 +0000
Battle to save abused horse Whispa as heartbroken Tyneside teen 'wants to fight for her'
Whispa has developed an infection in her leg after being kicked by another horse in the field

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:20:00 +0000
'Brilliant' BBC crime drama filmed in Newcastle 'blows away' Netflix fans
This "masterpiece" detective drama is Netflix fans next must-watch.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:09:03 +0000
31 firms set up in Newcastle and Gateshead generating 1,600 jobs and safeguarding 600
Despite a challenging economic backdrop, Invest Newcastle has seen 31 firms choose to set up in Newcastle and Gateshead

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Byker Grove legend's tragic death at just 48 after powerful last role set in North East
The South Shields-born actor, best known for his roles in Emmerdale and Byker Grove, died aged 48 from heart failure in 2023

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:51:49 +0000
Two teens arrested after man in his 60s found with head injuries on Tyneside street
A man in his 60s was found with head injuries on Front Street, in Benton, and taken to hospital after a reported attack

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:45:00 +0000
DVLA advice to anyone in UK with ADHD as some could risk £1k fine
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency have issued advice to people who have ADHD

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:18:00 +0000
Charming city less than 2 hours from Newcastle 'rivals Italy's Lake Como' this summer
A ranking of the top trending destinations for summer 2026 has shown some surprising results, with a north west city coming top of the domestic destinations list, putting it alongside Como in Italy

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0000
The 'devastating effect' Gateshead flyover demolition works is having on businesses
The flyover demolition, entering its 'most complex stage', is marked by the temporary closure of Park Lane roundabout

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Student housing plans revealed for former Newcastle concrete plant overlooking River Tyne
New building proposals have been unveiled in the latest attempt to transform the former Cemex concrete works in Pottery Lane, part of Newcastle's ex-industrial Forth Yards area

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +0000
Cruel cold-calling conmen masqueraded as detectives to trick elderly North East victims
Zakariya Horvath has finally been brought to justice for his part in a plot to trick vulnerable victims in Tyneside and County Durham into handing over their savings

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +0000
Former Gateshead pub could be converted into 16-bedroom HMO under new plans
The former Duke of Cumberland pub could be transformed into an HMO if proposals are approved by the council

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Tyneside addict jailed after demanding cash from mum who is 'beginning to lose hope'
William Taylor, of Longbenton, has breached a restraining order imposed to protect his mum on a number of occasions

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Plans for former police houses in Northumberland town feature no affordable homes
The site has been vacant for almost a decade, but councillors are 'disappointed' by the lack of affordable housing

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Behind the scenes of operation which stopped teen's chronic pain with the flick of a switch
Dr Sachin Rastogi of the Royal Victoria Infirmary's pain team explained how a stunning new bit of medical equipment has transformed one North East lad's life

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:27:39 +0000
Top NHS doctor celebrates new Sunderland eye hospital which keeps city at 'cutting edge' of care
Sunderland's new specialist eye hospital is now fully open in the heart of the city

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:21:48 +0000
Winning Set for Life numbers for Monday which could win you £10,000 a month
We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw from July 27

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:20:33 +0000
North East company director convicted of fly-tipping asked council 'how do I make this go away?'
A neighbourhood warden visited Pit House Lane in Leamside after CCTV cameras were installed at the site

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:03:43 +0000
Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, July 27
Tonight's Set For Life could see one player scoop £10,000 every month for 30 years

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:59:32 +0000
Dog has leg amputated after enduring a 'life of suffering' - but has now been saved
Little Ruby has been given a new start at life after being rehomed with a Northumbria Police employee

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:43:27 +0000
Plans for new Aldi store in Gateshead receive huge backing from the public
Aldi says a new store in Blaydon will help alleviate the pressure on neighbouring supermarkets in Metro Park and Dunston

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:26:03 +0000
High Borrans charity 'disappointed' after council rejects review of closure
The charity behind High Borrans has spoken about the local authority's refusal to review the decision to close the facility

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