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North East rapist who laughed in court and fled before sentencing is arrested in Spain
David Morrison was convicted of rape and sexual assault in August but was given bail to get his 'affairs in order' before he was due to be sentenced
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Buy a Christmas dinner for a homeless dog as charity festive market returns to the North East
Dogs Trust Darlington Christmas market will feature a variety of stalls offering everything from raffles, sweet treats and games for all ages to enjoy - while also offering the chance to buy dinner for a dog in its care
10 magical villages and towns across the North East perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas
Discover some of the best festive day trips to enjoy in and around the North East.
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Career criminal from Gateshead befriended a one-legged man before stealing his bank cards
A career criminal who befriended a one-legged man before stealing his bank cards to buy pizza has been given a tongue lashing by a furious judge who told her to "stop snivelling".
Northumberland MP vows to press case for roundabout upgrades with ministers until decision made
Cramlington and Killingworth MP Emma Foody was speaking after a Westminster debate she secured on the scheme
Newcastle junior doctor who joked about 'gassing the Jews' is given warning
A doctor has been found to have made 'grossly offensive' social media posts - but claimed they were satire and has been cleared of antisemitism
Hero Northumberland teen saves little brother from collision after car breaks down near Spine Road
Jamie Bewick, from Ashington, had seconds to react before his mum's car was hit from behind near the A189 Spine Road
Northumberland Councillor claims she was 'cut off' as concerns raised over council scrutiny
There was a war of words at a recent full council meeting
Newcastle Clean Air Zone support grants set to close – with £8m unspent
Newcastle City Council will stop taking requests for the Clean Air Zone vehicle upgrade grants on January 30 next year, despite having spent less than half the £15m available
Stop condensation building up in your car by leaving one item inside overnight
A driver has shared a simple hack to stop condensation building up in your car, and it's perfect for the winter months
These ticket machines are like my children says Metro engineer who's retiring after 40 years service
“I know these ticket machines so well, they’re like my children. I’ve become fond of them and I know all their little quirks.”
Newcastle Indian restaurant rolling out alternative Christmas 'feast' menu full of South Asian food
A top Indian restaurant has announced plans for its Festive menu this winter, and it is keeping to its roots.
The areas in Newcastle with the most reports of violent and sexual crimes in September 2025
The nine areas in Newcastle with the highest number of violent and sexual offences during the month of September 2025 have been revealed.
Gateshead council housing 'moving in right direction' after repairs and complaints backlog concern
A regulator's report earlier this year highlighted concerns about a backlog of council house repairs and unresolved tenant complaints in Gateshead
Royal Navy seaman who went missing off the coast of Ireland named as 26-year-old Northumberland man
A large-scale multi-agency search was launched after the Irish Coast Guard received a distress call
Injured walker taken to hospital after being rescued in Northumberland on their birthday
Paramedics and mountain rescue teams were called to Ellington Dene to help an injured walker
I'm a Celeb's Ant and Dec left in disbelief with Eddie Kadi screaming in fear during trial
I'm A Celebrity contestant Eddie Kadi was given a helping hand from Ant and Dec due to him struggling during the latest Bushtucker trial
Durham Gogglebox star shares 'difficult' announcement after getting engaged
Gogglebox star Georgia Bell has been a regular on the Channel 4 show since 2018
10-year-old boy still fighting for life one week after being hit by Mercedes in North East
The youngster sustained serious injuries in the collision, which occurred on Old Mill Road
Two North East sex workers held captive and assaulted by former farm worker and scrapman
Gareth Henry was found guilty of false imprisonment and battery in relation to an escort and masseur in two separate incidents