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North East braces for snowiest month of winter as forecasts show six days of snow
The winter woes aren't over just yet with snow forecast for parts of the North East
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UK petrol stations face major rule change from today, February 2, 2026
The scheme is now live, and officials hope it will make a big difference to motorists
Taxpayers earning £50,270 or more could claim £1,756 tax relief from HMRC
A Government minister says that with more people being dragged into higher rates of income tax, it is 'increasingly important' they claim all the tax relief they are entitled to
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Free bus travel update as Department for Transport issues u19 statement after over 60s debate
Campaign grows over free fares for young people and for everyone in UK over the age of 60
Changes in how you drive can be early red flag of dementia
Major new research has explained the driving habit changes you must 'never ignore'
Person taken to hospital after fall in Northumberland National Park
The individual suffered a lower leg injury in the fall and was unable to weight bear
Teen violently robbed by 14-strong Newcastle city centre balaclava-clad gang
Mohammed Moufareh admitted robbery and dealing crack cocaine and carrying ammonia
Nipah virus travel alert as UKHSA warning issued - all you need to know
The UK Health Security Agency has urged travellers to follow specific advice amid cases of Nipah virus in parts of Asia, with a recent outbreak reported in West Bengal, India
Full list of new North East schools that will offer free breakfast clubs to children
A total of 83 new schools in the region will join the free breakfast club programme in April
North East film festival showcasing new talent heading to Germany for collaboration
Sunderland Shorts Film Festival is collaborating with the Snowdance Film Festival in Essen
Full list of road closures and roadworks across the North East this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, February 2
Driver told police 'I'm drunk' after crashing into traffic lights on Newcastle road
Ronald Tindale was nearly three times over the limit when he was breathalysed
Mum of murdered Newcastle teen 'denied compensation' after machete death because 'son had a bat'
The 14-year-old was fatally injured in a violent clash between two gangs
Over 31,000 North East schoolchildren set to benefit from free breakfast clubs
A total of 83 new schools in the region will join the free breakfast club programme in April
Speed camera myths many drivers are unaware of as UK sees decrease in speeding
The cameras are there for driver and pedestrian safety
Tributes to former North East teacher and sculptor renowned for depicting Northumbrian saints
Dr Fenwick Justin John Lawson carved many sculptures from trees in Durham and was a familiar and much-loved figure
When and where to see this week's Snow Moon in Newcastle
The best time to catch the lunar spectacle is expected to be around 4:06pm, though this will vary depending on where you are in the country
Seven important money changes in February from booze price rise to savings rates cut
Here are all the big money changes and deadlines to be aware of in February 2026
McDonald's adding 7 new items to UK menu including Tikka Wrap and new McFlurries
McDonald's is launching seven new items this Tuesday including the Tikka Chicken Wrap, Milkybar and Munchies McFlurries, Brownie Pie and the return of Philly Cheese Stack
North East furniture chain with 'great service' collapses into administration
Slzzp, which has stores in Newcastle and Sunderland, appointed administrators in January and is offering customers up to 50% off