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Jobs saved as rival company rescues collapsed Simpsons Group's Washington operation
Pureprint, which runs Imprint on Tyneside, says it will keep Simpsons' Washington operation going
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Northumberland man in court after Audi allegedly driven at pedestrian in attack
Keowen Eaton, from Amble, has been remanded in custody
El Nino hot weather event 'arriving on our doorstep' this summer, experts warn
The UN says the potential El Nino event should be treated as 'an urgent climate warning' - here's are more details from weather experts
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South Shields crash LIVE: Updates as one person taken to hospital as road remains closed
Drivers are experiencing delays in the area between the A1018 King George Road and B1298 Whiteleas Way
Anyone using an inhaler this week given important health advice from NHS
NHS health experts are urging all inhaler users across the UK to carry their inhalers with them at all times for the next week, as lesser known trigger might affect symptoms
New parking restrictions to be introduced on Northumberland industrial estate
The restrictions are being introduced on the Coopie Lane Industrial Estate in Morpeth
Road remains closed as one person taken to hospital after South Shields crash - key details
Here's what we know so far as one person taken to hospital and road remains closed following a collision in South Shields
Weather scientists warn El Niño event '80% likely' as world faces urgent climate warning
An El Niño event is 80% likely to take place between June and August 2026, according to WMO forecast models, as UN scientists urge countries to treat it as an 'urgent climate warning' with global temperatures set to soar
Driveways across England affected by rule change now in force
It aimed to scrap red tape
21 adorable North East cats and dogs searching for their forever homes
These beautiful pets are all looking to find their forever home in the North East.
Flats for adults with learning disabilities in Forest Hall set for green light
Follow delays, plans for eight flats for adults with learning difficulties are scheduled to return to the council's planning committee next week
Plans for 270 new homes in Killingworth set for approval despite archaeological site fears
The decision has been recommended for approval despite initial concerns over a nearby site of historical interest
Tributes to 'kind-hearted' grandad and Newcastle fan who tragically died after Tyneside crash
Simon Cox, 50, was taken to hospital for treatment having sustained serious injuries but sadly died a short time later
Jet2 warning over 'long queues and disruption to flights' at EU destination
There could be 'longer than normal queues and disruption to flights' due to strike action this week - here's what the airline says
'We wanted the most Newcastle way possible to get married’ – couple ditch car and get Metro to wedding
A Gateshead couple swapped the traditional wedding car for a Tyne and Wear Metro train on their big day - recreating a viral trend that has taken off in New York
DVLA confirms 9 prescription medications that could see you banned from driving
There are a range of medications that can severely impair a person's ability to drive and trigger automatic driving bans
Ant McPartlin's regret on leaving Newcastle as he considers next major family move
I'm A Celebrity host Ant McPartlin has told co-star Declan Donnelly that he is considering moving his family to Australia
Nine freebies and discounts worth £14,289 that State Pensioners could get in June
People of State Pension age could qualify for a Council Tax discount, help with housing costs, a free TV licence as well as help with NHS treatment costs
Tragedy as body found during UK river search for missing 11-year-old
A body believed to be that of Mackenzie Swift, 11, has been found bringing a 48-hour search to a tragic end.
Free bus pass age change in England 2026 as major date of birth update issued
Residents in England will be affected by free bus pass age changes linked to the State Pension age increase, with the transition period running from 2026 to 2028