Plans to build 149 new homes in Seaham submitted to Durham County Council
The proposals, set out by Bellway Strategic Land, will also bring an open space and improvements for wildlife in the area.
Elswick woman in court accused of murdering popular pensioner John Hardy
Brenda Heslop, who is accused of killing John Hardy in Elswick, appeared at Newcastle Crown Court
North East bus fares to be capped at £2.50 as mayor confirms new ticket price limit for 2025
The maximum ticket price of a single adult bus fare in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, and County Durham will be capped at £2.50 throughout 2025, 50p below the national limit
Man arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency in Newcastle's Eldon Square
A man in his 20s was arrested after police were called to Eldon Square in Newcastle
Man appears at court charged with causing death by dangerous driving after A68 crash in Northumberland
Owen Rutherford, 25, is accused of causing the death of David Hain by driving dangerously on the A68 Beukley Bank on October 1 last year
More than £7,000 worth of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in raids on shops in Newcastle's West End
More £7,000 worth of illegal products were seized by police officers
Bill for ecocide law in Scotland to be introduced at Holyrood after MSPs' backing
Monica Lennon's proposed Ecocide Prevention Bill could impose harsh penalties and prison terms of up to 20 years against the worst polluters.
Child hit by car at Scots school as emergency crews race to scene
Fife Council confirmed they were supporting the family of the student.
British Transport Police release CCTV image of woman after theft on train between York and Durham
The reported theft happened on Wednesday, October 23, with police releasing an image of a woman who may have information that could help their investigation
Police issue major update in search for missing woman Charlene Hobbs
Police have a new confirmed sighting of missing Cardiff woman Charlene Hobbs and are investigating a link with a red Nissan Micra which was found burnt out
Armed police raid Crawcrook house over suspected gun offences with two arrested
A man and woman have been arrested after a dawn raid at Fell View West
Scots sheltered housing worker made sexual remarks to colleagues
Raymond Matthew was given a warning that will remain on his registration for one year.
Body found at Welsh beach confirmed to be missing man
Police confirmed the body has been formally identified as Royston Williams
Police launch rape investigation after woman attacked in South Tyneside
Northumbria Police launched an investigation and specially-trained officers continue to support the victim
'Dangerous' Scots rapist jailed for eight years for serious sex crimes
After sentencing Police Scotland said Darren Glass will now face the consequences of his actions.
Scots schoolgirl, 7, missing in Shetland traced after cops launch urgent search
Police Scotland are appealing for help tracing seven-year-old Macy Gibson.
Newcastle Council denies 'inefficiency and waste' claim after £21m cuts announced
The city's council leader said it was "naive at best" for Lib Dem opponents to suggest that service cuts and job losses could be avoided by making the civic centre more effiicient
Northumberland Royal Mail worker returns to work 10 weeks after family told to say goodbyes
Graeme Jerdan suffered a cardiac arrest before his 60th birthday while at Northumberland home with his wife
Dolly Parton free book project to launch in Newcastle for every newborn child
A trial of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme will make every newborn child in Newcastle eligible to be sent a free book every month until they are five
350% rise in flu cases sparks North East NHS call for people to get vaccinated
The NHS is asking those eligible to make sure they’re protected from illness, in time for the festive period.
DWP issues warning to anyone over State Pension age - you must act by this date
There are only a few days left until you can make a backdated claim for Pension Credit and ensure you can receive the 2024 Winter Fuel Payment
Puberty blockers ban for under-18s in Scotland after UK-wide decision
“I know it won’t feel like it based on the decisions I’m taking today, but I really do care about this and so does this Government."
Hannah Kobayashi: Woman found alive after disappearance drove dad to suicide
Hannah vanished three weeks ago but her dad took his own life after frantically searching for daughter.
Northumberland communities urged to develop neighbourhood plans amid plans to bypass planning committees
The Government say the changes would help solve the country's housing crisis
Over 3,000 online responses to Police and Crime Commissioner policing consultation
The public, alongside several organisations, have had they're say as to their top policing priorities in the PCC's public consutation.
Glasgow councillor calls for new vehicle rules after brother's tragic death
“There will be other fatalities, there will be other accidents."
South Shields biker given 'one last ride' on Harley Davidson as he travels to funeral in motorbike hearse
John Dingwall spent 18 years of his life riding motorbikes after being introduced to the hobby by his wife
Northumberland pensioner caught in online sting had indecent images of children as young as three
Nigel Holmes, of Widdrington, who was talking to a decoy profile online, also had indecent images of children on his laptop
Northumberland County Council to update planning rules amid concern over Government housing targets
Labour's plan to increase the county's housing target has proved divisive at county hall
Newcastle Airport drugs courier tried to import 25 kilos of cannabis to buy partner engagement ring
Ivan Dyer was hoping to be paid £8,000 for importing the drugs after a trip to Bangkok, Singapore, Shanghai and Paris
Over 400 Scottish children suffer online sexual abuse every day
Childlight say police are only seeing the "tip of the iceburg" in online child sexual abuse and exploitation.
Hero Edinburgh tourist rushed to help man 'crushed under bus'
Collin Cunningham was one of the brave members of public who stepped to help save a man on George Street.
Scots girl, 6, saves parents as blaze tears through family home before Christmas
"The fire was already spreading so fast. I work in pubs and kitchens and have seen fires, but nothing like that."
Plympton set for 43 new affordable homes
The homes are to be provided from Spring 2026
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