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Sunderland to mark Holocaust Memorial Day on anniversary of Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation
The event, at Sunderland Minster, will remember the victims of genocides worldwide on Tuesday, January 27
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We see most house fires starting in kitchens - here's our safety tips
“Distraction in the kitchen can lead to devastation.”
We're closing our Gateshead Italian restaurant because of economic factors and local roadworks
A highly rated Gateshead restaurant has announced it will close.
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Five appear at court charged with murder of Daniel Ambler at North East petrol station
Four teenagers and an adult have appeared at Teesside Crown Court charged with the murder of 23-year-old Daniel Ambler
Man who caused the death of 39-year-old mum in horror crash faces "lengthy" prison sentence
A man who caused the death of a 39-year-old mum in a horror crash has been warned to expect a "lengthy" prison sentence.
New pothole machine sees 3,000sqm of Gateshead roads patched up in three months
The arrival of the Pothole Pro has been hailed a success thus far with 3,000sqm of roads improved
Next snaps up luxury footwear brand but fate of some stores uncertain
The brand specialises in men's and women's footwear, along with bags and accessories
Nexus announces five day closure of busy Metro line for major renewal work
A busy section of Metro line is due to be closed next month to make way for ‘major’ renewal work.
Endometriosis and adenomyosis paid leave update as 8-day deadline looms
The campaign calls for a law change allowing women with the condition three days off a month
Exact date 430 miles of snow forecast to cover England this January including North East
The Met Office and the BBC both predict that more snow could be on the way before the month ends as temperatures turn colder
NHS waiting lists fall in North East to lowest level in almost three years
One Tyneside NHS trust has slashed its waiting list by more than 20,000 - see how your local hospital trust compares
UK fashion retailer collapses as thousands waiting for orders won't get refunds
UK-based Huh. Ltd was placed into administration in November and administrators have confirmed almost 5,000 customers are unlikely to receive their orders or refunds after the company collapsed with debts of £575,000
Martin Lewis warns households with more than £20,000 in savings
The money saving expert said savers face being taxed on the interest they make if they don't manage their money better
Full list of 13 common prescriptions that could see you banned from driving
Drivers are urged to check DVLA guidance as 14 common prescription medicines including painkillers and antidepressants may affect driving ability due to drowsiness and slower reaction times
Victoria and David Beckham break silence after Brooklyn statement on family rift
One of the world's most prolific celebrity couples are facing intense scrutiny following a post from eldest son Brooklyn
Easy-to-use washing machine setting could help clothes dry 'faster' in cold weather
Organising expert Nicola Lewis shared a simple washing machine trick
Woman found mystery iPhones in her car planted by her stalker ex-boyfriend
Graham Boyd, of Ashington, left the woman living in fear after tracking her, photographing her and turning up unexpectedly
How to appeal HMRC fines with thousands overturning automatic penalties
Here's how you can appeal against taxman fines issued by the HMRC for late filing or late payment
Top North East chefs warn business rate hikes could trigger wave of restaurant, pub and hotel closures
Two of the North East’s top restaurateurs have issued an urgent plea for help from Rachel Reeves, amid fears that business rate hikes will lead to even more closures in the struggling hospitality sector.
Warning to anyone with an e-scooter with 'thousands openly breaking the law'
Government figures show many e-scooters are sold 'unlawfully or without guidance'