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New plans to create 27 flats by transforming North Shields office block

A new firm has applied to convert the office block into dozens of new homes

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Plans to bring popular North Shields pub and music venue back to life

The Magnesia Bank could be on the brink of return having closed in 2023

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EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Tuesday, December 23

The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday, December 23 - live breaking updates below

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Clash over looming council tax rises in Northumberland ahead of next year’s budget

The Government's calculations presumed maximum rises in council tax every year until 2029

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Government waters down inheritance tax rise for farmers after months of protests

The threshold for the controversial tax has been more than doubled per person

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Housing provider expands its mental health services across Newcastle

Karbon Homes has secured a three-year contract with Newcastle City Council worth over £1.6m, to provide supported accommodation and floating support for people with mental health needs

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Labour Party offices in Newcastle vandalised with 'Free Gaza' graffiti and windows smashed

Northumbria Police were called to the Labour offices in Newcastle city centre today after damage was caused

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19 adorable cats and dogs looking for forever homes in the North East

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

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Newcastle United fan who suffered stroke at cup final finally returns home for Christmas

Cramlington dad Mark Todd is lucky to be alive, never mind home for Christmas with little Emmett, after a health scare at Wembley

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Northumbria Police facing calls to beef up rural presence as quadbike thefts soar

Thefts of the 'valuable vehicles' have more than doubled in the past 12 months

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Vera to make ITV 'return' for Christmas a year on from last ever episode

Vera makes a rather surprising appearance in the Christmas TV guide almost a year after its final aired on ITV

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Gateshead firm secures US Food & Drink Administration approval for new drug for adolescents

Shield Therapeutics, which has a base in Gateshead, has secured an extension for its iron deficiency drug, meaning it can now be used by adolescents.

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Court hears drunk gang joined in savage group attack over fling claims

A drunk gran who joined in a savage group attack on a woman she accused of having a fling with her partner has kept her freedom.

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Discover the Newcastle neighbourhoods most affected by shoplifting in October

Find out which Newcastle neighbourhoods reported the highest reports of shoplifting in October 2025.

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Met Office updates Christmas Eve and Christmas Day forecast for the North East

The Met Office has updated its hour-by-hour forecast for the North East as the key festive dates get closer.

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'Hugely exciting for us': Jesmond architect specialising in bespoke new builds and period homes talks growth

A North East-headquartered architectural practice, which specialises in bespoke new builds and period properties, is growing its team after branching into new sectors.

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Man in hospital with serious head injury almost two months on from Newcastle attack

Police are investigating a serious assault in Walker which has left a man in his 20s in hospital with a serious head injury

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Tragedy as motorcyclist dies after crash with van on A1(M) in County Durham

The incident happened on the A1(M) at Carrville near the southbound exit slip road of Junction 62

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Fugitive on run from jail caught stealing meat during raid at butcher shop

A fugitive on the run from an open jail is back behind bars after he was caught stealing meat during an overnight raid at a butcher shop.

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ISA warning over costly mistake if you are thinking of moving your savings around

The Government recently announced changes to the ISA allowance