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Person rescued from sea off North East coast and treated for hypothermia
RNLI lifeboats launched an emergency rescue operation after a person was found in the water
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Blue Badge £1,000 fine warning and things you must never do as rules explained
The Government warns drivers that it is a criminal offence to misuse a Blue Badge - here are the rules you need to be aware of
Reform call for Northumberland community partnerships to be scrapped over "duplication"
The group's leader said he had seen the same presentation made by the same officers on several occasions
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Doctor shares 'do this' tip if you want to reduce diabetes risk
TV doctor says this lifestyle method could also help with weight loss
All the important DWP and HMRC updates you need to know about this week
Householders across the UK need to be aware of some important matters relating to tax and benefits - here are the main headlines from this week
DWP details of two new cost of living payments coming this April as scheme closes
New Crisis and Resilience Fund to help struggling households with cash payments, rent help and food vouchers
Hugely popular Quayside bar named brand's pub of the year
A nightlife favourite has been named as a brand’s top bar of 2025.
I went to the Dominican Republic and it was a Caribbean paradise
For anyone craving a bit of sun, sand and a taste of effortless luxury, Club Med Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic is a destination that delivers on every level.
BBC expert says pension HMRC 'free money' back payments available
BBC Morning Live's Laura Pomfret explained how some taxpayers could be missing out on pension tax relief they're entitled to
North East career crook who already owes £9k to courts stole '20 sandwiches' from Greggs
Karl Asiamah was spotted by a customer taking the goods but claimed it was actually two sandwiches, cakes and a bottle of juice
North East Postcode Lottery winners as Newcastle and County Durham among luckiest streets
Residents of these North East areas who play the national game have won at least a thousand pound prize per ticket - with one postcode winning £144,000
How this North East area has become one of the country's top destinations
Sunderland has been named in Time Out magazine's 14 must visit places this year. The publication states that 2026 is "Sunderland's time to shine"
'Super flu' surge fears as North East hospitalised flu cases stabilise
NHS England figures from 2022 to 2026 shows flu cases are way below last years peak - but bosses warn nationally the worst is far from over
Newcastle in 1991: 10 photographs recalling scenes from 35 years ago
From bustling Northumberland Street to Gazza on the terraces at St James’ Park - 10 images from 1991
Haggerston Castle seasonal jobs advertised by Haven ahead of summer season
Haven's Haggerston Castle Holiday Park is hiring for a variety of roles
North East offenders who have fallen from grace after committing crimes while in respected roles
These criminals were in prominent positions in the community across the region when their offending was uncovered by police
DWP full list of new payment rates of every benefit from April 2026, including PIP and State Pension
About 24 million people in the UK receive some form of DWP benefit including pensions, disability allowances and parenting payments
Private hospital firm announces review of North East surgeon alleged to have left dad in 'constant pain'
A number of patients of retired surgeon Leslie Irwin have been contacted after the private healthcare firm Spire launched a review
Northumberland Reform councillor in public clash with council’s top lawyer over council tax arrears
Coun Barry Elliott was told to pay almost £40,000 worth of debts to the county council following a court appearance in November.
Map shows North East locations on M&S 'wishlist' as high street giant targets expansion
Marks & Spencer has revealed a list of 500 possible sites for new and refurbished stores, which would double the size of its food business