Andy Burnham warns do not light fires in 'tinderbox' Britain as vital meeting called

Residents urged to avoid area as firefighters tackle North East woodland blaze

North East firefighters praised for protecting communities as wildfires surge across UK

Concern more rural Northumberland pubs could face closure amid rising costs

Family of five living in one bedroom to save £700 a month after mum’s brain surgery

Then and Now: Newcastle in 1982 and the futuristic entrance to Eldon Square Shopping Centre

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Beamish museum staff sign petition over pensions row

Natwest issues 90-day update for customers after account rule change

The key details as major Metro line closes TODAY for 9 days for improvement works

Savings account holders told how to legally avoid new 22% tax on your cash

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The peaceful Northumberland cottage with far-reaching views that's up for sale at £725,000

13 planning applications in Northumberland - Pub cannon relocation and potential new data centre

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