350 new homes to be built in County Durham despite residents' concerns

Northumbria Police officer jailed after fatal collision which killed pensioner to be released from prison

Warning signs and calling lifeguards sooner 'could have saved' Whitley Bay teen swept out to sea

Samurai sword, axe, and crossbows among weapons seized by police in a week that saw 106 people arrested

Gateshead company receives UK's most prestigious business accolade

Jeremy Clarkson apologises to viewers over Clarkson's Farm scene

easyJet shares 'change position' advice for passengers on long flights

Martin Lewis says people with 2 NHS prescriptions a month 'could save £120'

Electric car 15p per mile charges confirmed for drivers from this week

Blaydon Race 2026 road closures confirmed in Newcastle and Gateshead ahead of famous run

Driveway rule could stop you from parking outside your home

DWP PIP change call update for diabetes condition as support grows

Kanya King, founder of Mobo Awards, dies at 57 as fans praise 'black cultural icon'

Suspected money mules arrested and £14,000 cash seized during police raids in Newcastle

Teenager seriously injured in attack by stranger in Newcastle nightclub toilets