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Update on Redheugh Bridge safety fears as bosses urged not to be 'careless' over crumbling concrete
Councillors have called for rapid progress to deal with crumbling concrete on the Redheugh Bridge, amid ongoing concerns about its safety.
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How a two-year-old Tyneside girl was helped to relax safely with support from two vital organisations
Comfort shouldn’t come at a cost but it does for children with disabilities and special educational needs, as the latest in our 12 Days of Sunshine series shows
NHS tells public 'cover mouth' and 'stay home' as H3N2 flu strain spreads
The NHS has issued urgent advice as winter viruses
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‘Extraordinary mother’ - Tributes to a Hebburn mam who died following a North Tyneside collision
Tributes have been paid to a Hebburn mam following a suspected hit and run in North Tyneside.
Investigation launched after worker dies at North East haulage firm
Emergency services were called to AV Dawson in Middlesbrough on Monday morning, December 8
Exact date state pensioners in the UK will receive £575 boost
State pension rates for 2026/27 have been confirmed, with pensioners set to receive between £440 and £575 extra annually from April 6, 2026
DWP to introduce new benefit for unemployed as 'plan confirmed'
The Government has confirmed plans to introduce a new contributory benefit for unemployed people who have paid into the system
Japan earthquake LIVE: Japan hit by 7.6 magnitude earthquake as tsunami waves make land
The earthquake was recorded off the northern coast of Japan, with waves of up to 3 meters expected
UK cars could be fitted with 'smart breathalysers' in major change
New technology would prevent engines from starting if drivers are over the drink-drive limit, with RAC backing campaign for mandatory installation
Dog finally finds new home after spending 543 days and two Christmases in kennels
Zena, a Bulldog cross, has been adopted by a North East family who say it was 'the best decision we ever made'
Japan earthquake with 7.6 magnitude leaves 'everything wobbling' as tsunami warning issued
Waves measuring over nine feet tall could hit the country's north-eastern coast
Gateshead pervert offered to buy young girl Cabbage Patch Kids doll then sexually abused her
A pervert who offered to buy a young girl a Cabbage Patch Kids doll then sexually abused her has been jailed decades later.
Northumbria Police update as pedestrian suffers head injury after being hit by car in North East
The collision took place at around 7.30pm on Saturday, December 6, with a man in his 40s the victim of the crash
La Voix lands new BBC hosting role weeks after Strictly exit
Strictly Come Dancing's La Voix has secured a co-hosting role following her injury withdrawal from the dance competition.
11 of the highest rated bakeries across Tyne and Wear for National Brownie Day... including Greggs
We all love a brownie, but where are some of the best sites to get them across the region?
More than 100 flu patients in North East hospitals as NHS braces for 'unprecedented wave' of illness
A worrying number of people have already required hospital support for the flu
Tyneside kiss cheat threatened to kill deaf partner using sign language
Robert Keegan, of Wardley, left the woman frightened after appearing at her window and making the threat using sign language
Urgent warning issued for anyone taking common medicine like paracetamol and cough syrup
Health experts have warned people to be extremely careful taking common medication this winter, including everyday painkillers such as paracetamol and cough syrups, as they can cause harm when used incorrectly
Storm Bram named as weather warnings for rain and wind in place across UK
The Irish Meteorological Service named the storm on Monday morning, with heavy rain and wind due to batter the British Isles
Changing one setting on your TV can help save money on energy bills, expert says
Energy experts say televisions are one of the largest energy-consuming appliances in our homes - here's how you can cut costs