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Former North East MP Peter Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
The former Labour minister and US ambassador, who also served as MP for Hartlepool from 1992 to 2004, has been accused of passing on information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein when he was business secretary
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Danger driver reached speeds of 114mph before killing a Hebburn mum in a horror crash
A danger driver who was travelling at 114mph before he killed a 39-year-old mum in a horror crash as she returned home from a Christmas theatre trip has been jailed for ten years.
Killer Blyth driver whose 'unbelievable speed' caused death of adored mum Claire Laybourne jailed
Ryan Scott, of Blyth, was doing 114mph in the pouring rain on an unlit stretch of the A19 in North Tyneside before he killed Claire Laybourne and seriously injured her mother
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Newcastle sets out to end homelessness by 2030 after worrying spike in number of people sleeping on streets
A new target has been set to end the scourge of homelessness in Newcastle by 2030, after a major spike in the number of people sleeping rough in the city.
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Update on restoration of Newcastle's historic Grainger Market as £9m project nears completion date
A major revamp of Newcastle’s historic Grainger Market is due to be completed in just a few weeks.
Questions unanswered after two teenagers found dead at holiday park
Carbon monoxide poisoning is the 'primary line of enquiry' after the bodies were found
Quadruple murderer tried to kill fellow inmate in brutal hammer attack at North East prison
Damien Bendall, 36, attempted to murder a fellow HMP Frankland inmate in order to get a transfer to a segregation unit
North East M&S cafe among 14 to close as statement issued
The closure was a shock to North East shoppers.
Community-led project looks to bring free or low-cost energy to North East households
A new project is exploring the possibility of bringing free or low-cost energy support to North East households.
Martin Lewis says parents who had kids from 1978-2010 could be owed £5,000 or more
Personal finance guru urged people who had children in 32-year period to check if they are owed state pension back payments
Full list of 11 places Blue Badge drivers can't park and face fine risk
The badge can be a boon for many, enabling increased levels of freedom for disabled people in the UK
‘An absolute honour’ - Jarrow teenager performed for thousands of people in Newcastle
An 18-year-old Jarrow singer-songwriter has described performing at the Sunday for Sammy concert.
British Gas urges households to find an 'off button' in case of emergency
The advice is essential for all seasons, but especially Winter
Developers unveil bid to turn old medical centre into 14-bed shared house for 'professionals'
Plans have been lodged to convert a former Dunston medical centre into a home of multiple occupation.
Drive to crack down on rogue landlords in two problem areas of Newcastle extended
A drive to crack down on rogue landlords and anti-social behaviour in two problem areas of Newcastle has been extended for another five years.
Lloyds Bank 'all accounts' alert over extra fees for transactions
The bank has reminded customers that its fees can vary
'Real life' Billy Elliot returns to North East for Mamma Mia at Newcastle Theatre Royal
Jay Jobarteh is back on home turf as part of the touring cast of the famous Abba musical, in the city centre until the end of the week
Millions of pensioners getting HMRC letters over paying back £300 Winter Fuel Payment
Pensioners earning over £35,000 a year will need to pay back their Winter Fuel Payment to the Government - here are more details
North East man wanted for questioning over alleged stalking and restraining order breach
Darren Lynn is the subject of a Durham Constabulary appeal, as officers also want to speak to him over alleged threats to commit criminal damage
Push to root out rogue landlords in Byker and Benwell extended for another five years
Landlords of hundreds of private rented properties in Byker and Benwell will be required to obtain a licence from Newcastle City Council until 2031