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Norovirus in hospital hits Winter high as NHS health warning issued
The Winter virus update shows one illness dominating
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The full list of closed roads in Newcastle for weekend Chinese New Year parade
Newcastle City Council has announced the full list of roads impacted by a major city centre parade this weekend.
Bruno Guimaraes watches Newcastle's 6-1 win from hospital bed as United thrash Qarabag
Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes was sidelined for the Qarabag game but didn't miss the 6-1 win
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County Durham fire LIVE: Updates as 10 fire crews tackling huge retail park blaze
The emergency services are on the scene at Tindale Retail Park in Bishop Auckland due to a 'large-scale fire'
What padel is and why the UK's first purpose-built warehouse is in the North East
Project Padel is set to open a purpose-built warehouse on the Gosforth Business Park in Longbenton in December this year
Anyone taking tablets issued warning over making 'dangerous' mistake
People who take medication are being urged to avoid making a major error which could have harmful consequences
Prince and Princess of Wales 'back King Charles' in strong Andrew arrest statement
King Charles broke his silence following his younger brother's arrest, stating "the law must take its course"
Full list of health conditions that allow patients to 'jump queue' to see GP
Dr Hilary Jones highlights NHS scheme many people might not be not aware of
Gateshead man wins £120,000 on Set For Life lottery - and it was the first time he'd played the game
The lucky player has won £10,000 per month for an entire year, after using a Lucky Dip to try the lottery game for the first time
'Never a Prince' - Virginia Giuffre's family issue statement following Andrew arrest
Virginia Giuffre's family has released a statement after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in a public office at his Sandringham home
King Charles' statement in full after brother Andrew arrested
The King's brother has been arrested and is in police custody following allegations related to Jeffrey Epstein, making him the first senior royal arrested in modern history
David Attenborough's 100th birthday to be celebrated with three new BBC shows
Sir David Attenborough's centenary will be marked with week-long special programming featuring three new documentaries and classic shows on BBC
Bungling Gateshead shoplifter caught on CCTV dropping dozens of Creme Eggs at petrol station
Callum Little was seen on camera stealing the popular chocolates as part of a five-and-a-half week long crime spree in Gateshead
New Bishop of Durham's appointment approved by King Charles
The Venerable Rick Simpson, current Archdeacon of Auckland, will be installed as the Bishop of Durham at the city's cathedral in the summer
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrest at Sandringham - all we know so far
The arrest of the brother of King Charles III is a seismic event in the history of the British monarchy
AA 'heads up' for drivers over new AI cameras that can 'peek' inside your car
Drivers can be caught for offences such as mobile phone use, missing seat belts, and even tailgating from 'a mile away'
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Prolific Gateshead shoplifter who worked over two month period jailed
A prolific shoplifter who carried out a five‑and‑a‑half‑week crime spree across Gateshead has been jailed.
Police statement in full as Andrew is arrested at Sandringham
Thames Valley Police have issued a statement following Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest
Andrew arrest LIVE: Updates as former prince taken into custody on his 66th birthday
Thames Valley Police has opened an investigation into an allegation of misconduct in public office - here are the latest details
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested after police rush to his home
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office