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Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:33:29 +0000
Jet2, Ryanair and easyJet advice over longer queues at airports due to new Europe rules
People are facing delays due to a new entry and exit system operating in EU countries such as Spain, Italy, Portugal and France

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:30:41 +0000
Urgent blood pressure medication Ramipril alert 'contact pharmacy'
Anyone who has the capsules is advised to check

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:25:27 +0000
DWP update on PIP face-to-face assessments and how benefit claimants will be affected
The Government is planning to increase face-to-face assessments for benefits such as Personal Independence Payments - here's the latest from the DWP

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:47 +0000
Music icon Alan Osmond dies, aged 76, after lengthy health battle
The Osmonds' star Alan has passed away at the age of 76, his family have confirmed

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:58:32 +0000
Law explained over drivers parking outside your house and what you can do about it
Here's is an outline of the rules regarding some common parking issues, what you can do about them and who you can contact

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:22:17 +0000
North East council election times for expected results after May 7 vote
Here's a round-up of the expected declaration times for Newcastle, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Gateshead and Sunderland

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:17:26 +0000
Northumberland islands named one of top UK spots for wildlife watching
The Farne Islands are home to 23 species of breeding seabirds, and visitors can also spots seals, dolphins, and even whales nearby

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:15:10 +0000
Major energy bills announcement as tax increased
The Chancellor has made a decision

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:09:49 +0000
'The town is on the up' - Blyth is set to get a huge makeover as £20m funding is approved
The money will be spent on projects to revive the high street and tackle anti social behaviour

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:57:47 +0000
Bedlington councillor elected as new leader for council’s Independent Group
Coun Malcolm Robinson will take over from Derek Kennedy following an internal leadership election

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:44:37 +0000
Long Covid symptoms warning as doctors urge three groups to get NHS booster jab
More than two million people in the UK are living with long Covid

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:28:34 +0000
Byker arson investigation launched after fire at allotment site
Emergency services were called to the area around St Michael's Road and Dalton Street on Saturday night

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:13:43 +0000
We asked each NHS Trust in the North East how many jobs will be cut - and only one gave a number
Unison said its study estimates at least 21,000 roles are due to be cut across the country by 2028

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:57:13 +0000
Scarlett Moffatt announces pregnancy with 'miracle' second baby
The I'm A Celeb star has announced she is expecting her second baby with partner Scott Dobinson after opening up about her fertility struggles

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:55 +0000
New 'do not eat' update for biscuits and cakes due to 'rodent contamination'
The Food Standards Agency has given new information

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000
Violent thug who battered stranger with baseball bat dies at HMP Frankland
David Morris was serving 10 years behind bars with an extended three years on licence due to his dangerousness

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Torture victim held captive in Northumberland home for 36 hours by best friend over £120
Liam McHugh and Nathan Beecroft, of Ashington, repeatedly waterboarded and attacked the victim in an awful ordeal spanning two days

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Politicians urged to prioritise Newcastle's nightlife after local elections in May
The NE1 group wants action taken by the next council administration to protect pubs, bars and restaurants

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Warning to motorists as bridge to be closed for months as part of Central Motorway works
Further closures are being imposed in Newcastle as part of the £9 million improvement works to the A167 Central Motorway

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:45:00 +0000
Northumberland dad made major change after what his mate said to him in the pub
Wayne Wilson, from Cramlington, will take on the iconic London Marathon after losing a total of 16kg with Slimming World

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:45:00 +0000
Gateshead Flyover's demolition can be the 'start of a new town centre'
After 16 months of waiting and frustration, Monday marked the beginning of the end for Gateshead's crumbling A167 highway flyover

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Headteacher at troubled Northumberland school steps down after damning Ofsted report
The high school has been hit with strike action and a damning Ofsted report in recent weeks

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:23:00 +0000
Demolition of Gateshead Flyover finally gets under way 16 months on from closure
Demolition contractors have now begun the process of tearing down the Gateshead Flyover

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:14:13 +0000
Furious residents object to solar farm plans on 'last piece of green space in West Moor'
West Moor Residents' Association says that 'not one person' in the village is in favour of the development

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:06:47 +0000
Everything we know as early morning street brawl in Newcastle sparks huge 999 response
Northumbria Police confirmed that eight men aged between 20-54 were arrested on suspicion of assault in connection with the alleged altercation

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