The price limit on bus tickets will apply in Manchester and West Yorkshire from September 4

Krishan Solanki wants to raise awareness of muscular dystrophy in honour of his sister Anjali

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A major leak is now affecting almost every room in Mark Cordell's flat and has spread to neighbouring homes

Wesley McKenna had broken into a shed and stole an axe, hedge trimmers and chainsaw but was easily caught after the torch was checked for DNA

A selection of tributes to people from around the North East who have passed away in the past few weeks

Cunning Craig McLean, who targeted Fenwick, Flannels and Marks and Spencer, was also found with a de-tagging device, a magnet and foil

Cain Lebihan became aggressive towards officers when they turned up to a YMCA in Sunderland to arrest him

The high street chain is known to reward staff with extra days off for life events but its latest perk has raised questions

Everyone has their own tricks to make sure their roast potatoes are perfect but one man reckons he's got the ultimate recipe

Dog lovers were in their element at this year's North East Dog Festival in Ponteland

It's best to bring an umbrella if you're heading out on Sunday morning

Crowds turned out to cheer on teams taking part in the Dragon Boat Race event on the Quayside

In a survey, just under 48% of parents said they 'possibly' or 'definitely' will wash uniform items by hand rather than using a washing machine in order to save money

Millions of households are gearing up for what is expected to be difficult winter

Local community is out to transform Embleton Quarry, which dates back to 1864, into a nature reserve and visitor attraction

John Casey hopes to raise enough money for a headstone for his grandad Jack Casey who was a legendary figure in the world of boxing

The boss of Grate Newcastle in Jesmond launched an online fundraiser in the hope of keeping it going until Christmas as energy bills rocket

The winning numbers for the National Lottery could bag the winner a cool £3.8m

The singer songwriter and supporter of the Toon was pictured in the crowd at St James' Park as Newcastle United play Crystal Palace

Robert Coles committed a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries in Horden and Peterlee between March and May this year

The KFC customer, who asked to remain anonymous, said he spent the rest of the day "feeling sick" following his visit to the fast food chicken restaurant

Charlie Kevin Sibson was the first baby born in brand new surroundings in Gateshead.

Grieving Mandy Gillie believes she is the one living with a life sentence after Rhys McLennan, who caused a car crash that claimed the 17-year-old's life, walked free from court

Rishi Sunak or Liz Truss will be named the new prime minister on Monday following a vote by Conservative Party members, after Boris Johnson resigned in July