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See the first images of new Bengali Jesmond restaurant due to open in early 2026
Intial CGI images have been revealed of a new Bengali restaurant Tantara, due to open in Jesmond later this year.
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Tim Spector urges people to 'avoid peeling' fruits and vegetables
Professor Tim Spector says a compound inside the skin of fruit and vegetables can boost your immunity and help your body in 'all kinds of ways'
Former Premier League referee David Coote sentenced after admitting to making indecent image of child
David Coote was a Premier League referee for six years
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New North East snow warning issued by Met Office in 16-hour disruption alert
Forecasters have said that more 'wintry showers' will bring snowfall and icy conditions to the region on Thursday night as Storm Goretti arrives
Latest update on demolition of major university buildings in Newcastle city centre and what's happening next
University bosses are preparing for the demolition of two prominent buildings in the heart of Newcastle.
UK village cut off by 30cm snow experiencing 'worst winter in 25 years'
Insch in Aberdeenshire has been cut off after 30cm of snow fell in what locals describe as 'one of the worst winters in 25 years'
Blue Badge conditions change call as DWP responds over Parkinsons and 'temporary' issues
MPs have asked for the Department for Work and Pensions to consider 'fluctuating' issues and also people recovering from illness or surgery
UK braced for ‘weather bomb’ of heavy snowfall and gale-force winds as Storm Goretti hits
A “weather bomb” is set to bring heavy snowfall and galeforce winds to the UK as Storm Goretti hits.
We welcomed 80,000 visitors to our North East festive light trail
Northern Lights Newcastle has concluded its third year.
Newcastle man wanted for breach of court order 'actively evading arrest'
27-year-old Conner Gallagher also has links to Longbenton
North East set to be warmer than Turkey next week as Met Office predicts end of cold spell
The Met Office is predicting an end to the cold spell we are continuing to see, with the potential for the North East to be warmer than popular holiday destinations.
Pavement parking ban - Government announces new powers across UK
New regulations will come into force this year with local authorities given additional powers
Greggs celebrates a festive sales boost but warns of subdued consumer confidence
Festive bakes and protein shakes buoyed its Christmas sales, but Greggs is warning of flat profits ahead
See fans celebrate latest Premier League winner on record as Magpies sink Leeds
Harvey Barnes scored in the 102nd minute to give Newcastle a last-gasp 4-3 win against Leeds
Storm Goretti weather maps show exact time more snow will hit the North East
The Met Office has described Storm Goretti as a 'multi-hazard event' as warnings for snow, ice, wind and rain are issued across the UK
Durham University becomes first to ever retain festive University Challenge crown
The team of Durham alumni beat Oxford's Keble College by 165 to 115 in the final of this year's festive specials
Investigation opened as 8 police officers suspended following reports of alleged misbehaviour on Spain trip
Eight police officers working for Durham Police have been suspended following reports of alleged misbehaviour on a holiday to Spain.
Full list of SMA baby formula pulled from shelves in new update as Nestle urges 'do not use'
The Food Standards Agency has warned that it is 'essential to stop using' any affected batches of SMA formula due to the possible presence of a harmful toxin
Plans for new pool and spa at North East hotel given green light
The Washington hotel will receive a remodelled first floor with new gymnasium and café alongside expanded spa facilities
Met Office names 95 areas of UK facing snow in next 24 hours including the North East
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings as Storm Goretti is set to bring heavy snowfall