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DVLA warning as 20,000 drivers targeted
The DVLA told drivers to 'never' do one thing
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Huge new sculpture in trendy Newcastle neighbourhood will be 'message of hope' for recovering addicts
A new sculpture has been produced by those recovering from addiction
BBC TV licence fee increase confirmed - how much more you'll have to pay from April
People across the UK are facing higher annual costs from April 2026 but the TV licence fee is set to rise even further in 2027
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We're pleased to see less anti social behaviour at our shop after Council measures
A Blakelaw shop manager has praised a project from Newcastle City Council to reduce anti social behaviour in the area.
Police investigating sexual assault on teenage girl during Metro journey release CCTV image
Northumbria Police are investigating a report of sexual assault by touching and have released an image of a man who they would like to identify
British dad dies after falling from Costa del Sol hotel balcony
The 37-year-old father of two was staying at a hotel in Torremolinos when the tragedy occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning
Roman head discovered at Hadrian's Wall dig to go on display in Northumberland museum
The head is thought to be the same figure as another uncovered at the Magna site which has been on display in Newcastle's Hancock Museum since the 1980s
Family dilemma as North East rugby brothers play for club and country on same day
Guy Pepper makes his Six Nations debut on Saturday as older brother Max starts as scrum half for Bristol Bears
Lidl issues major pay update for over 35,000 supermarket workers in UK
The retailer, which employs more than 35,000 workers, claims it is once again the 'highest paying UK supermarket'
North East village to get 105 new homes after planning permission granted
Planning permission has been given for the new homes despite some letters of objection
Avoid beaches and promenades - Environment Agency issues new Flood Alert for Tyne & Wear
Residents are being warned to avoid beaches and coastal promenades after the Environment Agency has issued another Flood Alert for the Tyne and Wear coast.
North East council accused of owing councillor £430 in expenses in car insurance row
Labour councillor Chris Foote-Wood has made a formal complaint after Durham County Council refused to pay £430 in mileage expenses, claiming the authority's incompetence caused the dispute
Full list of new PIP benefit rates from April 2026 after DWP confirms payment rise
PIP payments are going to increase this year, which means many benefit claimants could see a significant cash boost
Everything we know as maths teacher arrested for being naked in street guilty of misconduct
Andrew Peacock was a deputy head of Maths at Hetton Academy when he was seen naked in Hebburn
North East police forces targeting 'perpetrator behaviours' across night time economy
42% of the individuals identified and stopped by officers during the most recent deployment had previous links to offences of violence against women and girls
Major norovirus health warning as UK vomiting bug cases now 50% higher than average
Health experts have explained what people can do to prevent the spread of infection and what symptoms to look out for
UK broadband firm 'ceases trading' as customers told 'cancel direct debits now'
UK broadband provider has told customers it has ceased trading and to immediately find alternative internet suppliers
Luke Littler's response to Newcastle crowd after Premier League defeat at Utilita Arena
Premier League Darts opening night was in Newcastle and Luke Littler lost to tournament debutant and World Darts Championship runner-up Gian van Veen in the quarter-finals.
North East charity reveals plans for ‘life-changing’ wildlife hospital to help rescuers' tireless efforts
A North East charity is looking to open a new wildlife hospital on Wearside tipped to be a “hub of excellence” for veterinary medicine and “life-changing” for animals in need.
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More information released as steak brand Flat Iron plan for Newcastle opening
A major steak brand is due to open in Newcastle very soon.