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Man charged with attempted murder after Spennymoor crash left man seriously injured
Shay Holmes faces an attempted murder charge along with one of dangerous driving over an incident on January 8
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Former Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards welcomes second child with footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Former Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards has welcomed her second child with Besiktas footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Flowers left in tribute as Seaham petrol station murder investigation continues
The police cordon at Seaham's Asda Express petrol station has been removed.
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Three men in court after Spice factory allegedly found in North East flat
Richard Blair, Xolani Buthelezi and Melusi Gamede are accused of producing 20 litres of the psychoactive substance between December 2025 and January 2026
Ant and Dec announce plans for new podcast
Tyneside stars Ant and Dec have announced plans for a podcast series.
North East attacker used stone in 'shot put motion' to injure neighbour after row
Michael Dent, of Gateshead, wounded the man after a row during a social gathering
North Tyneside health boss reminds those struggling with addiction 'recovery is possible'
Work to tackle the stigma of addiction continues, as report estimates hundreds of addicts are not in treatment
'I'm a doctor - changing your shower routine could ease eczema flare-ups'
Atopic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, causes itchy skin, particularly on the elbows, knees and hands - and there are some things you can do to help manage your condition
Around 2,600 North Tyneside residents dependent on alcohol, council estimates
Around 70% of residents in North Tyneside dependent on alcohol are not in treatment, stats find.
Northumberland Wildlife Trust chase away January blues for Red Squirrels next week
Northumberland Wildlife Trust chase away January blues for Red Squirrels next week
Martin Lewis shares shopping 'trick' involving one small purchase before deadline date
Financial guru's gift card tip - although shop rules may differ
Ex-benefits worker reveals the 'chair test' that could affect a DWP PIP assessment
Former assessor says claimants face subtle test the moment they arrive
How much more money pensioners will get from DWP from April 2026 - full list of payments
Here is a round-up of all the main DWP payment rises due for people claiming the State Pension in the UK, including Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance
Reform councillor claims new Northumberland council tax support scheme is "too generous"
Thousands of people will receive different levels of support under a new banded system
Perrie Edwards announces birth of second child with footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Former Little Mix star Perrie Edwards has given birth to her second child, daughter Alanis Valentine, with Besiktas footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
People taking this medication for acne warned to avoid five foods
Doctors urge people taking the medication to avoid certain foods - including bananas
Signs of contagious dog virus that can lead to pneumonia
Understanding the signs of a viral infection in your pet can help you determine when to take them to the vet
There's no excuse - Northumbria Police reveals shocking number of Christmas drink and drug driving arrests
Over 200 drivers were arrested over the festive period as part of a coordinated crackdown on drink and drug driving.
13 new planning applications near you including Whitley Bay, Tynemouth and North Shields
Here are this week's planning application's validated by North Tyneside Council
Locals hopeful extension of Northumberland Line would open town to new possibilities
An extension of the railway would connect locals and visitors to Newcastle city centre and beyond