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North East road closed by police after vehicle crashes into house
Police have advised drivers to find alternative routes
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One person taken to hospital and five treated at scene after three vehicle collision on A19 near Sunderland
The North East Ambulance Service was called to the crash on Sunday morning
Police statement in full as pedestrian dies after being hit by two cars on the A19 near Sunderland
Police have urged anyone else who was in the area at the time and saw what happened to come forward after a man in his 60s died at the scene
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Full list of festive holiday openings for North East waste recycling centres
If you're wanting to do a big clearout before Christmas, here's when you can do it
Common parking manoeuvre could be banned across England in 2026 as law change considered
The Government has been consulting on banning pavement parking over recent months, with the Local Transport Minister promising an announcement 'very soon'
Major police operation underway after serious crash closed A19 near Sunderland
The road has been closed for over 11 hours, with Northumbria Police officers and multiple Forensic Collision Investigation Units on the scene this morning
Huge A19 incident leaves road closed in both directions this morning with police present
The A19 has been closed in both directions after a serious crash last night that still has emergency crew at the scene.
Full list of 2026 bank holiday dates for your diary including Boxing Day change
Here are all eight dates to note - with the UK Government confirming that there will be substitute days over both the 2026 and 2027 festive periods
All we know so far as serious crash closes A19 in both directions for several hours
Northumbria Police officers and a Forensic Collision Investigation Unit remain at the scene this morning, after the incident before 11.30pm last night
Drink driving limits and the rules you need to know ahead of Christmas
Police are carrying out extra patrols to catch anyone who drinks and drives during the festive period - here's what you need to know
North East radiographer struck off after drinking on job and smashing bottle of wine
Phillip F Hopkins was found to be drinking on the job - he worked as a radiographer iin Durham.
North East 'eyesore' telecoms mast plans approved despite concerns
The 20-metre-high telecoms mast will boost 5G coverage but a local councillor raised concerns on behalf of residents
Where North East families can drop off toys for kids in need this Christmas
If you've been clearing out your children's toyboxes ahead of the big day, there are several ways to make the most of those unwanted items
North East bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year as changes confirmed
Here are all the changes for residents in Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland and County Durham over the festive period
Nationwide £175 cash bonus - who qualifies and how to claim
Nationwide Building Society is offering a £175 cash bonus to customers who switch to FlexDirect, FlexAccount, or FlexPlus accounts and meet specific criteria
'Untreatable' virus warning as outbreak spreads causing flu-like symptoms
The virus is harder to treat than flu or COVID and can cause symptoms including sore throat, runny nose and breathing difficulties
RSPCA warning as dog owners told 'call a vet' if you spot five symptoms this winter
Here's what you need to know about keeping your pet safe in the cold
DWP payments to increase by as much as £598 a year for millions
Millions of DWP claimants could see their payments increase significantly next year
'Unrelenting cost pressures': Newcastle Council facing £10m overspend amid building concerns
Newcastle City Council is facing a £10 million budget overspend, amid major concern about a series of “problem” buildings failing to bring in enough income.
Warning to anyone who has gravy on their Christmas dinner
Many people serve gravy with their festive feasts on December 25