Two-day sentencing of Holly Newton's teenage murderer Logan MacPhail begins at Newcastle Crown Court
Logan MacPhail, 17, was convicted of murdering 15-year-old Holly Newton in Hexham
Chancellor's vape tax hike is 'unsustainably high' and will 'hurt working people', warns Newcastle and Wallsend MP
During the Budget debate in the Commons, MP Mary Glindon hit out at the Chancellor's tax increase on vape liquid, warning it will discourage people from quitting smoking.
Woman dead and four hospitalised in horror crash on Scots road as probe launched
The incident took place in Galashiels earlier today.
Labour Budget 2024: Key points you may have missed including changes for tax, pensions and minimum wage
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a range of tax and spending changes in her Autumn Budget, but other important changes were revealed in Treasury documents
Halloween: Firefighters flooded with emergency calls about blazes across Dublin after dark
Assistant Chief Fire Officer Greg O’Dwyer said it remains one of the busiest nights of the year for firefighters but declared it isn’t as bad as it once was
North Tyneside Council scraps cycle lane plans after authority 'listens to our residents'
North Tyneside Council has cancelled plans for cycling infrastructure in Preston Road, North Shields, but will now work on road safety improvements.
Gifted Oxford student died after end of term bridge jump swimming celebration
Friends of Wesley Akum-Ojong did not notice he had got into difficulty while swimming back to shore.
Police attacked with fireworks and bricks in Edinburgh as road closed
In the Hay Avenue area of Edinburgh, police vehicles and public transport have been targeted by fireworks and missiles.
Disqualified Wallsend driver caught behind the wheel just three weeks after ban
Josh Johnstone claimed he decided to drive as he was "late for an important family appointment" when he was stopped by police
'If it was south it would be done' as Labour slammed for cancelling A1 dualling
The Government has scrapped plans to dual the A1 in Northumberland after a major campaign and the decision has sparked a range of reactions from the public
Dear Coleen: My husband and my mum do not get on at all. What should I do?
They’ve never actually had a confrontation but just offload on me, which is stressful.
Man drugged and sexually assaulted in back of car opens up on harrowing ordeal
Joey has pledged to inspire men to speak up and get help after suffering in silence for seven years following his sexual assault.
Scottish Government must sensibly spend extra £3.4b given in UK Budget
The Scottish Government must use the extra cash given in Rachel Reeves' Budget sensibly.
On patrol with the Dublin Fire Brigade at Halloween as crews battle blazes across the city
The Irish Mirror was dispatched to several calls during a shift with Dublin Fire Brigade on Wednesday, October 30 ahead of Halloween
DWP issues major update on six changes affecting benefits and state pension payments
The DWP has outlined six major changes that will impact millions of people claiming state pensions and benefits following the first Budget under the new Labour government
Masked gunman spotted marching towards school sparked mass shooting fears
Ryan Brick sparked horror as he was seen walking towards a school in Connah's Quay, North Wales, wearing a balaclava and appearing to carry two guns, a court heard.
Holly Newton's mum's heartbreaking statement in full as murderer Logan MacPhail is sentenced today
Holly's heartbroken mother, Micala Trussler described her daughter as "caring and thoughtful" at Newcastle Crown Court
Frightening moment Magaluf 'sexual predator' makes terrifying move after spotting 'drunk' woman
As the group approaches, one of the men is heard saying "let's go for it" after alerting his friends that she's "wasted"
Boy, 14, charged after Edinburgh violence saw bricks and fireworks hurled at officers
Police were swamped with firework offences in Edinburgh yesterday as police vehicles and public transport were targeted with fireworks and bricks in attack.
Alan Carr related to Paul Gascoigne as comedian drops family bombshell and Newcastle link
Speaking on a podcast this week, comedian Alan Carr revealed that he is actually related to football legend Paul Gascoigne
Cops reopen probe into disappearance of Scots teen who "went to bed, then was gone"
Police have reopened the investigation into Kenneth Jones, who vanished from his family home in Glenrothes in November 1998 aged 18.
Moment jealous ex lured Holly Newton into alleyway before killing her
Logan MacPhail, 17, has been jailed for a minimum term of 17 years for murdering his ex-girlfriend Holly Newton, 15, after he stalked her then stabbed her to death in January 2023.
Donald Trump blasted by his mum's Scots island community for 'never giving a penny'
Furious locals in Tong, on the Isle of Lewis, say the former President is 'feeding off his sister's name' and 'the good she did' in the community.
Scots firefighters 'forced to retreat' after feral youths attacked workers with rocks
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service firefighters were "forced to retreat" as a gang of youths attacked their engine, smashing their window.
Obsessive teen stalker Logan MacPhail jailed after stabbing schoolgirl 36 times in alleyway
Jealous MacPhail stalked Holly Newton before inflicting 36 blows with a 6inch knife in an alleyway.
Jealous teenage killer given 17 year minimum term for murdering Holly Newton in brutal attack
Logan MacPhail, 17, carried out a 'vicious and brutal attack' on Holly Newton
Moment teen killer confesses stabbing ex girlfriend Holly Newton
Logan MacPhail, now 17, was detained by police officers after stalking and attacking Holly in an alleyway, leaving her with 36 knife wounds, after she ended their relationship.
Scots families left terrified after thugs attack homes with fireworks
Moredun residents cowered in fear as a gang of youths began setting off fireworks causing chaos for locals on October 31.
Man arrested over 'murder' of Glasgow woman Sandie Butler
Sandie Butler from Glasgow was found in the Townhead area of the city around 12.55pm on October 29.
Crime kingpin who shipped class A drugs to Scotland is convicted after arrest in Spain
Colin Wright pleaded guilty to five drugs charges at Liverpool Crown Court today.
Haul of designer bags and shoes seized from Spanish home of Scots drugs kingpin
Colin Wright, 38, was a senior member of an organised crime group (OCG) that ran an industrial scale amphetamine lab in Scotland.
Mary Lou McDonald treated me ‘appallingly’ says former Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley
Mr Stanley, who is contesting the general election as an independent, told reporters in Co Laois on Friday that he was “delighted” the case had been referred to gardai
Tragic Holly Newton's mum calls for support for underage 'domestic abuse' victims as daughter murdered aged 15
Detective lifts the lid on tragic case that shows how intense young people's relationships can become, as mum calls for more support of victims under the age of 16
Heartbreak as Plymouth dogs left in appalling condition
One had a huge ulcer on their leg
You could face prosecution for paying 'bonfire bandits' to dispose of waste, Newcastle council warns
Residents have been warned against illegal fly-tipping and waste disposal to ensure the safety of Bonfire Night celebrations
How Logan MacPhail's obsession with Holly Newton turned to murder as parents say he's 'a danger'
Micala Trussler has branded teen knife killer a danger to society after he was given a 17 year minimum term
Dad found with shock amount of cash and drugs in Plymouth
Jordan McLean was told he should "never, ever" have got involved in the drugs trade
Logan MacPhail jailed: 'Brave' teen stabbed after intervening in Holly Newton's murder still has nightmares
Justice Nicholas Hilliard said the teen showed 'remarkable bravery' after sustaining the stab injuries when he intervened as Logan MacPhail stabbed Holly Newton
Logan MacPhail jailed: Detective praises brave witnesses who tried to stop Holly Newton's knife murder
Passers-by and a teenager courageously tried to intervene as Logan MacPhail stabbed his ex-girlfriend in dark Hexham alleyway
Rail passengers in England facing price hike as fares set to rise next year
The HM Treasury revealed further details about the increase in fares after the Budget
'Calculating and dangerous' Plymouth offender jailed
Nigel Roe targeted stores in Plymouth and London
How detectives uncovered knife killer Logan MacPhail's determination to find Holly Newton in Hexham
Det Sgt Darren Davies of Northumbria Police lifts the lid on challenging investigation into Hexham stab murder
Businessman turned supplier to Scots drug gangs caged for 13 years for fixer role
Sebastiano Sorrenti was rumbled following probes by Police Scotland and the National Crime Agency.
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