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UK gardeners urged to pour chilli powder on lawns this May
Adding chilli powder to bird food is a wildlife-friendly method to deter squirrels and keep birds well-fed during the crucial May nesting season
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Drivers face £4,850 car tax after Rachel Reeves charge
New car tax bands are now in force and drivers could face a £4,850 road tax charge on certain vehicles - here's everything you need to know about the new UK car tax rules confirmed by Rachel Reeves
UK households urged to act and pour washing up liquid down drains today
Heavy rain has been battering the UK over the bank holiday weekend, putting drains to the test - experts say washing up liquid and hot water is a simple solution to clear blocked kitchen sink drains
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Woman struck by motorcyclist in Aberdeen hit-and-run
A 29-year-old woman was rushed to hospital after being struck on the pavement by a motorcyclist in a hit-and-run in Aberdeen, Scotland, on Saturday, May 2, with the incident captured on a Ring doorbell camera
Moment drug-fuelled driver leads police on dangerous 130mph chase on A19
Jake Walker, 22, was three times over the cocaine limit
Martin Lewis travel issues major holiday warning to all summer 2026 travellers
Martin Lewis has warned holidaymakers on The Money Show Live on ITV that those who book flights and hotels separately risk losing their hotel costs if a flight is cancelled - and most travel insurance policies won't cover them
Key pay-per-mile update as new 'cost' warning issued
It is due to begin in April 2028 for drivers of electric and hybrid vehicles
North East voters urge Labour to 'regain trust' while young people share Reform fears ahead of elections
Voters in Sunderland were split about the prospect of a Reform administration taking control of the local council this week.
HMRC sends 'take action' letters to 1.5 million households - parents could lose £1,406
HMRC is sending letters to parents of 16- to 19-year-olds who risk losing their Child Benefit claims, worth at least £1,406.60 a year, if they fail to confirm their teenager's education or training plans
Mortgage warning as broker says client 'turned down' because of deposit type
An expert has explained a situation where the source of the deposit was the problem
DWP benefit cap confirmed for 2026-27 - what it means for UK households
The DWP has confirmed the annual benefit cap for the new 2026-27 tax year, with rates frozen between £14,753 and £25,233 depending on your circumstances, and no increase planned
What happens if you get ill on a cruise ship as hantavirus outbreak leaves three dead
Here's a step-by-step guide on what to expect if you fall ill on board a ship and everything you need to know about cruise travel insurance
Gateshead Council election candidate list for 2026 all out election
Major political change could be on the horizon in this year's local elections in Gateshead.
North Tyneside election candidate list for all council seats up for grabs
The complete list of all candidates running in North Tyneside's local election this year.
19 wonderful North East cats and dogs searching for their forever homes
These beautiful pets are all looking to find their forever home in the North East.
Meet the volunteers saving lives on the North East coast who had busiest ever year in 2025
Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade had almost 200 callouts in 2025, and reinforced its volunteer numbers towards the end of 2025
"Out of control" - Additional patrols brought in amid spate of anti-social behaviour in popular park
Youths have been reported drinking, damaging play equipment, climbing on roofs and throwing eggs
'I thought he was dead' - Dog owner's fear after beloved pet attacked on Northumberland beach
Scott McAllister was walking his 11-year-old German Shepherd and Collie cross Rocky on Cocklawburn Beach on Sunday, when the shocking incident took place
Inside a 'stunning' Blaydon townhouse in an exclusive development - for sale at £475,000
The mid-terraced Gateshead home, which is being marketed by Jan Mitchell Properties, is based on a historic estate
Full list of North East road closures and roadworks this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, May 4