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A Newcastle man has been chosen by Virgin to take on its first ever ‘Head of Yes’ position, following a nationwide search to find someone who embodies spontaneity, adventure and a willingness to embrace extraordinary experiences.
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Baby left 'wet and cold' died in understaffed hospital
Baby Nalla went unfed for four hours, staff missed signs of infection, and no one noticed he was left on cold, wet sheets.
Tyne Bridge restoration update as number of repairs needed on rusted landmark doubles
Engineers now estimate that in excess of 2,000 separate repairs are needed to bring the Tyne Bridge back to its former glory in time for its 100th anniversary in 2028
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Exactly how much snow forecast to fall in North East this week as wintry weather returns
More snow could be on the way to the North East as temperatures are set to drop below freezing
Teenage Christmas market run by young entrepreneurs to be held in North East
The Sunderland Teenage Market offers shoppers the opportunity to discover original handmade gifts
Pregnant woman found dead in woodland as major search launched for missing baby
Rebecca Park, 22, disappeared on the evening of 4 November after leaving her mother’s home
Police searching for missing Gateshead teenage girl last seen five days ago
Lexi Ayre, 13, has not been spotted since the morning of Wednesday, November 26, but has made contact with family over the phone since
NHS bosses warn people with learning disabilities are at higher risk of illness due to winter flu
People with learning disabilities should make sure to get their flu jabs
Full list of DWP benefit dates changes this December
Millions of benefit claimants across the UK will receive payments early due to Christmas and New Year bank holidays
HMRC warning to UK households who could save £2,000 in childcare costs
HMRC and the UK government are urging parents to check eligibility for tax-free childcare savings worth up to £2,000 annually per child
Cadbury Heroes, Roses, Quality Street cheapest prices as supermarkets 'compete'
Supermarkets are competing for Christmas shoppers with deals on Heroes, Roses, Quality Street and Celebrations - but you'll need a loyalty card to get the best prices
Wood burner 'rules tightened' as new plan announced
It would cover everything from stoves to bonfires
UK households cancelling three DWP benefits over major rule change
A low-paid carer has cancelled all benefits including disability living allowance for her autistic daughter after Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced policy changes affecting benefit claimants on immigration routes
Met Office issues first forecast for Christmas day - will we see a white Christmas?
The Met Office has issued its first Christmas Day forecast for 2025 - and there is a chance of a white Christmas for some in the North East.
Tom Hardy's 'masterpiece' Netflix thriller is 'best thing' you'll watch in 2025'
Netflix action film stars Tom Hardy as a detective caught in a dangerous fight through the criminal underworld after a politician's son goes missing - but viewers are divided
Drivers over 70 issued urgent DVLA 'three year' warning
The DVLA has reminded drivers aged 70 and over that they must renew their driving licence every three years - here's how to do it free online
Body found in Sunderland park - all you need to know as huge cordon remains in place
The body of a man was found in Roker Park in Sunderland
Northumberland Line timetable changes with new late-night train from Newcastle
The last train on the Northumberland Line will now be 11.21pm on weekdays and Saturdays, while all Sunday services will run between Ashington and the Metrocentre
Tragedy as man dies following Sunderland vs Bournemouth match after suffering medical episode
Police and ambulance crews were called to Newcastle Road in Sunderland at around 5.30pm on Saturday
Sunderland police cordon LIVE: Updates as man found dead in Roker Park with area taped off
Police are at the scene in Roker Park with a huge area taped off following the discovery of a man's body this morning