Millions generated for Plymouth from big summer events
The local economy has seen a boost
Devon and Cornwall police held more than 1,000 kids in cells overnight
Exclusive figures show that hundreds of young people aged 10-17 have been held in police cells overnight, which can be allowed for 'justifiable reasons'
BBC Question Time viewers furious as MPs get heating allowance despite Winter Fuel Payment cut
BBC Question Time returned to screens on Thursday night, with MPs and audience members alike engaging in a heated debate on the issue of winter fuel payments
PIP claimants may be due £5,200 from DWP after rule change - see if you're owed cash
There is no set arrears amount per claimant as each case is different but last year it was estimated the average payout was around £5,200
Maternity and paternity leave introduced for Plymouth councillors
They will continue to receive a basic allowance of £12,752 a year
Row over Government's proposal to increase housing targets by 222% in Northumberland continues
Northumberland County Council's deputy leader has branded the proposals 'ridiculous'
Princess Anne's heartbreaking question for Harry after he missed the Queen's death
Prince Harry was in London with Meghan Markle when he missed the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and was asked a difficult question by his aunt, Princess Anne when he finally arrived.
Northumberland charity supporting adults with learning disabilities wins gardening award
Journey Enterprise, a charity that supports adults with learning disabilities, is celebrating months of hard work from clients at its Blyth hub gardening group
Hollie Shearer's luxury life in Paris, Instagram fashion fame and England star boyfriend
Hollie Shearer, daughter of Newcastle United and England legend Alan, has become well known in her own right
Drug-fuelled driver who filmed Snapchat video doing 100mph before paralysing woman in crash is jailed
Gavin Coull was jailed after driving his BMW dangerously leaving a 27-year-old woman with catastrophic injuries.
Mum's heartbreaking tribute to daughter killed by her friend in Sunderland drink drive crash
Mia Marsh's family paid tribute to the 17-year-old, who died when drink driver Yasmin Martin crashed the car they were travelling in.
Scots Assisted Dying Bill consultation sees 20,000 people have their say
Liam McArthur is the third politician to try to pass such controversial legislation through the Scottish Parliament.
DWP £434 payments available to those with common health issues
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released new figures showing that more than 1.6 million older people are now receiving extra financial support through the Attendance Allowance.
Newcastle City Council leader Nick Kemp resigns after bullying accusation
Nick Kemp told colleagues on Friday morning that he would be stepping down as leader of Newcastle City Council, following news that he was facing a bullying complaint from a senior council director
Pensioner killed baby after crashing car as dad was putting her in pram
Bridget Curtis, 70, struck baby Mabli Cariad Hall with her BMW when the car went into a group of pedestrians.
Kate Forbes warned Humza Yousaf about 'protest expert' constituents ahead of Skye visit
The deputy First Minister was speaking to Humza Yousaf in a Whatsapp message which she now says was "never intended for publication".
Body found in search for missing Channel 4 star Katherine Watson
Katherine Watson, 50, vanished from Newcastle yesterday sparking a major emergency response.
Scots supergang crooks jailed after international drug trafficking ring infiltrated by police
Christopher Laycock, John Bonner and David Kelly were trusted members of the gang headed by James and Barry Gillespie, and then James White.
Dog owners issued warning over conkers as they could cause poisoning and even death in pets
Conkers are poisonous to dogs because they contain a toxin called aesculin, which can cause vomiting and upset stomachs, experts say
Much-loved Plymouth council leader honoured in special way
Honorary Alderwoman Vivien Pengelly passed away in June 2023
Taoiseach says secondary schools must 'step up' with autism provisions
The Fine Gael leader said that schools cannot be allowed to delay adding autism classes or units to their schools.
Man rushed to hospital after 'stabbing' in Scots town
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Nick Kemp's statement in full as Newcastle City Council leader resigns amid bullying claim
Nick Kemp quit as Newcastle City Council leader just days after it emerged that he was the subject of a bullying complaint from one of the council’s most senior directors, Michelle Percy
Seven South Shields torture gang members jailed for a total of 49 years
Three men were lured to a garage in South Shields and subjected to terrifying attacks amid demands for cash
Eoin O Broin and Darragh O'Brien trade blows over Shanganagh Castle affordable house prices
As Sinn Féin housing spokesman Eoin Ó Broin slated the cost of the new affordable home scheme in Shanganagh Castle, Shankill, Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien accused him of “opposition for opposition sake”.
South Tyneside grotesque paedophile who raped two children jailed for more than 25 years
Karl Young, of South Shields, left a girl and a boy traumatised and devastated by his cruel sexual abuse
Petition to save Monkseaton High School from potential closure reaches over 700 signatures
Following the news that Monkseaton High School faces potential closure by August 2026, a petition has been launched to help preserve the school
More than 200 cannabis plants seized after thermal images highlighted hotspot in Gateshead
A 26-year-old man has been arrested after officers executed a warrant in Birtley
Newcastle and Northumberland bishops issue statement after body found in search for chaplain Katherine Watson
The Right Reverend Dr Helen-Ann Hartley and the Right Reverend Mark Wroe have issued a joint statement after a body was sadly found in Jesmond Dene earlier today
Further strike action confirmed at Northumberland schools next month
The education union NASUWT has been locked in a dispute with the council over school closures
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to anyone who uses Royal Mail
The Money Saving Expert has issued a warning to anyone who uses Royal Mail, urging them to stock up on a certain item before the price increases on October 7
Glasgow's notorious Bellgrove homeless hostel set to be demolished
The Bellgrove Hotel was once described as being 'worse than prison' due to the abject conditions inside.
Jury retire to consider verdicts with two Newcastle men on trial for £18K drugs and firearm conspiracy
Robert English and Mark McKeswick, of Throckley and Muswell Hill respectively, are being tried alongside two others.
Sunderland City Council to decide on new tenant for revamped 'Sunniside Social' leisure complex
Plans for a new business to set up shop at a council-owned leisure complex are due to go before city leaders for decision this week
County Durham and Darlington residents invited to shape future crime prevention strategies
PCC Joy Allen, is asking residents to tell her what they think the key issues are that are impacting on public safety
Thug assaulted two Job Centre workers on their lunch break inside Northumberland store
The victims were targeted by David Booth, who shouted abuse and pushed them, inside Poundstretcher
Grade II-listed Hill House in Sunderland set for window upgrades as council approves plans
Sunderland City Council's planning department has approved an application for the Grade II-listed Hill House at 28 Humbledon Park after a planning application was submitted
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