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Police searching for woman with head injuries after assault on Sunderland bus
Officers are appealing to identify and find the woman following the suspected assault, which happened in the early hours of Wednesday

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One person airlifted to hospital after crash on the A1 at Alnwick
One person was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary by air for further treatment


Northumberland mum's heartbreak as son's killer has jail sentence reduced
Lisa Mavin's son Corey died in a collision after Garry Robinson got behind the wheel while high on cocaine

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Environment Agency investigating pollution at Sunderland stream after dogs suffer vomiting and diarrhoea
The probe comes after councillors in the city demanded the Environment Agency take urgent action to clean up a stream at the Cutthroat Dene area of Seaburn


Mayor makes pledge to tackle underage drinking problem in North Tyneside
The new Mayor has pledged further research to into worrying underage alcohol statistics in North Tyneside


Why Vick Hope will not be on her Radio One show as star announces personal news
The star announced she would be leaving her radio slot for a while following huge news.


Sunshine and dry weather sees spike in outdoor fires across County Durham
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) is warning that all fires in the open have the potential to become uncontrollable


Gateshead leisure centres to benefit from £750,000 boost after investment from new operator
Investment of £750,000 has been allocated by GLL to overhaul gyms, with work set to begin by the end of May at Gateshead International Stadium and in July at the other three centres


Jay Slater inquest adjourned as coroner addresses 'need for answers'
The 19-year-old was found dead in a ravine in Rural Parc de Teno, in Tenerife, on July 15 last year


Conservatives see off Reform challenge to run minority administration on Northumberland County Council
Glen Sanderson has been re-elected to be leader of the council and Conservative members will take all of the cabinet positions despite losing seats in May's local elections


Devastated friends of Tjay Davidson visit scene of crash that claimed his life in Walker
The young dad was pronounced dead at the scene following a motorbike crash on Newcastle's Walker Road


Gardeners can protect robins and blackbirds from squirrels with simple food hack
Squirrels can be a pain if they're eating all the bird food you've put out, but there's a simple food hack that will help keep them away from your garden and bird feeders


Northumberland train station kickstarts community celebrations marking 200th anniversary of railways
The national campaign showcases innovative projects and inspiring initiatives from across the community rail movement


Boden's £136 bestselling dress is a must-have for summer - and it's in the sale
The high street retailer's linen midi dress is available in eight beautiful colours including navy, black and foxglove purple


Met Office updates Bank Holiday forecast with potential showers expected
Following a warm, dry and sunny start to the month, it is fair to say most of us are hoping for this to continue into the three day weekend.


Martin Lewis warns Brits of major 'Buy Now, Pay Later' shakeup
The government has this week introduced new legislation in Parliament which will seek to regulate BNPL products under law and give powers to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to enforce the rules


Shields Ferry's first father-son duo who work together to get you across the River Tyne
Stephen Beck has said that he is '"proud" to see his son Stephen Beck Jr following in his footsteps


Cause of M&S cyber attack confirmed as disruption could carry on till July
Disruption to Marks & Spencer's online operations is set to continue throughout June and into July, the retailer has said in its latest update


Tragedy as man dies in Newcastle motorcycle crash as tributes left on Walker Road
At around 7.45pm on Tuesday, May 20, Northumbria Police received a report of the fatal one-vehicle collision


Drivers warned over breaking two minute rule that could lead to £100 fine
A motorist has spoken out at the two minute parking rule as they say they were hit with a £100 fine for briefly stopping outside a clothing store to visit a nearby shop
