Skye widow of 'murdered' man saw gun-wielding brother enter family home before hearing shots
Lyn-Anne MacKinnon spoke today in Edinburgh's High Court as her brother, Fraser MacDonald, stood trial for the murder of her husband John.
Plymouth MP asks for assisted dying views ahead of parliamentary votepl
This is the first time since 2015 that MPs are considering the topic in Parliament
Police search for missing Scots pensioner as concerns for wellbeing grow
The 67-year-old Janet has not been seen since 11am today and police say that is "completely out of character for her".
South Shields HMO proposal rejected over parking and safety concerns
The application was lodged with South Tyneside Council earlier this year, but has since been refused by the local authority's planning department
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy set to expand with new Washington location approval
The plans were submitted by North East Jiu Jitsu earlier this year
Sunderland City Council approves expansion of Lynwood Dental practice despite traffic concerns
The application from Lynwood Healthcare Ltd, submitted earlier this year, sought permission for a single-storey rear extension to the property at 162 Fulwell Road
New demolition plans submitted for Sunderland's Sheepfolds Industrial Estate
Sunderland City Council's planning department has received an application to bulldoze another building in the Sheepfolds Industrial Estate
'Large amount' of cocaine and cannabis seized as man's charged after police raid
Police said a 'large amount' of cocaine and cannabis was discovered during the raid, as well as a 'substantial' amount of cash as a 23-year-old man was arrested and charged.
All woman lineup sweeps the board as Scottish councillors are honored at awards
The awards kicked off with Leader of the Year going to Cllr Emma Macdonald from the Shetland Islands.
The North Tyneside dating app conman who tricked women could have 'hundreds' more victims
Raymond McDonald, 51, is currently serving the latest of several prison sentences for fraud and romance scams.
Russell Grant's horoscopes as Libra urged to be patient over cherished dream
Today's star signs as Sagittarius told their instincts were spot on and Aries' good luck could be contagious.
Son slashed dad across face and stabbed him with letter opener in row over girlfriend
John Forde, 31, attacked his father during a boozy row at the home they shared in Perth.
Wrongly-convicted postmaster tells how Horizon inquiry scandal 'killed his mother with shame'
Rab Thomson, who was wrongly accused of embezzlement but had his conviction overturned this year after a 20-year fight, penned a harrowing witness statement.
French bulldog has leg amputated after being kept in dark container
Pepsi was left in a dark container with a broken leg, untreated skin condition, and facial injuries.
Northumberland man wanted in connection with stalking and threats to kill offences
Thomas Robson, 21, has links to the Newbiggin area, and extensive searches are taking place to locate him across the region
Tragedy as 'fun loving' pensioner dies after being hit by bus in County Durham
Janet Holmes, 81, was crossing the road in Bishop Auckland when she was hit by a bus
Cruel Scots foster carer who violently attacked and humiliated children avoids jail
Angela Hassan, formerly Deeney, subjected three vulnerable children to a campaign of abuse over the course of almost 20 years.
Darlington toddler may have been 'shaken or thrown with considerable force' before death, jury told
Christopher Stockton is currently facing a trial at Teesside Crown Court accused of murdering 22-month-old Charlie Roberts
Man fighting for life after Northumberland quad bike crash on A697
Just after 5pm on Thursday, police received a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a car and a quad bike
Northumbria Police investigate burglary as Newcastle United's Joelinton's home broken into again
The midfielder took to social media to ask 'to live in peace', after the previous incident in January
Pack of dogs terrorising Scots village with locals 'scared to leave their homes'
Two locals have been served with a dog control notice after complaints were made to the police and council.
141 new homes in Morpeth to be built on Northgate Hospital site as plans are approved
Lovell Homes has received permission to build the homes on two areas of land which cover a combined 17 acres
Scots carers caught on hidden camera neglecting dementia patient struck off
Bisola Akindein and Diana Otobohu were convicted on a neglect charge at Glasgow Sheriff Court.
Scots teacher who embezzled cash from school for golf club fees and iPads struck off
Mark Wells bought items online using school funds while employed at the primary school in West Lothian.
Wife of Scots soldier found dead at Army base say death 'could have been prevented'
After a two-week inquest in Northallerton, assistant coroner Jonathan Leach said there had been some missed opportunities to support Hart.
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