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13 adorable North East cats and dogs who are looking for forever homes

These beautiful pets are all looking to find their forever home in the North East.

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Greggs becomes UK coffee king as largest branded chain, beating Costa and Starbucks

The sausage roll supremo now has more shops selling coffee than any other big name operating in the UK

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Former Newcastle and Liverpool footballer faces trial over alleged breach of non-molestation order

Former England footballer Andy Carroll faces trial after indicating a not guilty plea to breaching a non-molestation order.

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Major update issued on future of Newcastle park cafes could after controversial closures

Two Newcastle park cafés being closed down by council bosses could reopen under new management.

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Newcastle park cafés could reopen under new operator as council backtracks on controversial closures

Newcastle City Council bosses now say they want to find independent operators who could take over the cafés in Paddy Freeman's and Exhibition Park

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One million UK people face £100 HMRC fine after missing January tax deadline

There is an automatic £100 penalty for anyone who failed to meet the HMRC tax deadline but there could be further charges if action is not taken

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Pensioners claiming certain DWP benefit do not qualify for free TV licence

People who get Pension Credit may be eligible for a free TV licence but what about Attendance Allowance? - TV Licensing have clarified this question

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Nationwide makes major change to 37 savings accounts 'in 6 days'

The decision, which will impact savers negatively, follows a Bank of England cut

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Former Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll to face trial

Footballer Andy Carroll is facing a trial over an alleged breach of non-molestation order

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Plans unveiled for new M&S Foodhall, Aldi and Starbucks at North East site

Plans for the £15 million scheme have now been submitted

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Northumbria Police officer found guilty of killing pensioner by dangerous driving

PC Mark Roberts of Northumbria Police has been found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving

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Lloyds Bank explains 'fastest way' to save money from today - what to do

Lloyds Bank has shared a number of tips and tools that could help people save money quickly

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Major Gateshead housing and office scheme progresses in Baltic Quarter

Plans to bring forward 1,600 new homes alongside offices in the Baltic Quarter in Gateshead have progressed.

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Whitley Bay Playhouse parking charges scrapped after over 3,000 people sign petition

Plans to charge for parking outside the Whitley Bay playhouse have been scrapped after over 3,000 people signed a petition against the action.

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'This has caused real anxiety' - NHS Trust apologies after parking chaos saw patients miss appointments

An NHS trust has apologised after parking problems left patients missing vital appointments

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Drug addict thief told Sainsbury's worker 'give me my crutch back or I will stab you'

George Graham, of Newcastle, was courageously stopped from stealing coffee by a store manager who he threatened to stab with a needle

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Learners told 'more important than ever' with major rule change on March 31

The DVSA has confirmed a big change next month

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Free NHS Health Check explained and everyone who qualifies for vital assessments

NHS health checks are not regular appointments and aim to notify people if they are at risk of certain conditions

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Major two-child benefit cap update affecting millions of families in the UK

The policy was introduced by the Conservatives, barring child tax credit and Universal Credit outside the first two children

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UK Foreign Office issues 'severe weather' warning for Europe holiday destination

According to weather experts, heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected across the country