One in 10 North East and Cumbria GP appointments took place more than three weeks after booking in March

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Ouseburn shop owner makes map to showcase area's independent businesses

Northumberland lad with social anxiety thanks key worker after two years where he 'barely left his room'

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Berwick lad with social anxiety thanks key worker after two years where he 'barely left his room'

'Too late for many' but contaminated blood scandal campaigners hope inquiry report will finally bring justice

The unstoppable rise of North East baker Greggs over the last 85 years

Hero university lecturer and nurse gets plane to divert while helping ill passenger on Alicante to Newcastle flight

Church conversion with stunning views of Tyne Valley for sale - take a look around

Popular sandwiches, baguettes and pasta salads recalled due to 'serious food safety risks'

'Save Our Sea': Hundreds of people protest against sewage in the sea at Tynemouth Longsands

Travel expert shares the month to avoid flying to escape holiday delays

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