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North East domestic abuser dropped himself in it while asking police to help him retrieve belongings
Garry Blanchard, of County Durham, alerted police to the fact he had grabbed the victim's neck in Washington when she refused to bankroll his cocaine habit
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Dog with tumour found living in Newcastle flat which was 'wholly unsuitable for humans and animals'
Kelly-Ann Frampton failed to seek veterinary treatment for her female Shih Tzu called Blossom
Playful Gateshead puppy with three paws needs surgery after check up reveals serious condition
Peggy the 10-week old Border Collie was almost put to sleep after birth due to her missing limb but her adopter Louise Wilson is determined to give her a chance at life
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Plan for Northumberland leisure hub and caravan park extension compared to ‘Disneyland’ blocked
The leisure hub would have featured a café/restaurant, gym and swimming pool
Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday, April 8
The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
Award-winning Northumberland Cafe and B&B featured on TV's Four in a Bed up for sale
Fountain Cottage Café and B&B in Bellingham is located near to one of the North East's most picturesque waterfalls
Funeral notices in the Newcastle Chronicle last week including tributes to master organ builder
A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
Bannatyne Group reports record £158m revenue with padel court expansion plans
County Durham-based health club chain headed by former BBC Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne has achieved record revenue and profits despite economic challenges
One simple trick helps keep your wheelie bins fly-free in warmer weather
The trick is as quick as it is cheap
Keir Starmer gives update on Iran ceasefire, saying still "a lot of work to do"
The ceasefire has held so far, but rumblings in the Middle East worry world leaders
Two jailed after van attempts to ram police during North East operation
Ashleigh Fairhurst, 36, and Kyle Wright, 26, admitted offences at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court
New plans unveiled for housing on flagship Newcastle city centre regeneration site
Developers say that the Orchard Yard housing plans at Newcastle's Stephenson Quarter, next to Central Station, would reinstate historic routes along South Street, Orchard Street and Sussex Street
Two arrested over shooting on North East house as police issue footage appeal
The occupants were inside the property at the time but police say there were no injuries reported
Police cars damaged and man arrested after Tyneside rush-hour chase
Police received several reports of a car driving erratically on the Coast Road on Wednesday morning
Mum slams 'disgusting' yobs for wrecking tribute nature site for boy killed in Newcastle explosion
Archie York's mum says vandalism at the Woolsington Parish Ponds, where a nature trail is being created in memory of her son, feels like a "threat" to her family
Jet2 says airline passengers going on holiday should add three details to bags
Here's Jet2's full list of baggage tips for anyone planning to fly with the airline, which include things travellers should avoid doing
Suspected loan shark arrested in North East after early morning police raid
The 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending following an operation in Washington this morning
Teenager sustains serious injuries after collision between motorbike and car in Hebburn
Police were called to the crash on Victoria Road West at just after 9.30pm on Tuesday night
Man 'stabbed in stomach' after 'disturbance' on Shields Road in Byker
A man suffered injuries to his stomach after an incident in Shields Road, Byker on Tuesday night
Police arrest four teenagers over 'significant disorder' at Newcastle TikTok 'ride-outs'
Four teenagers have been arrested as police respond to reports of disorder at three "ride-out" events