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First look at newly approved Whitley Bay sauna cabins
The first CGI of newly approved sauna cabins for Whitley Bay's central lower promenade have now been shared.
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12 places Blue Badge holders can never park at any time - plus huge part of one city
The Blue Badge scheme helps the holder get closer to their intended destination but there are some places that do not allow parking even with one of the permits
Decision due on controversial plans for Westgate Road motorbike showroom and historic brewery
Newcastle City Council is expected to rule this week on the future of the M&S Motorcycles site in Westgate Road, which was once home to the Westgate Hill Brewery
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Health leaders find 'significant shortfall' of public toilets across England
Across the country, there are 15,481 people for every public toilet
Exact deadline time for UK people to register to vote in May 7 local elections
If you want to vote in the local elections this May, you must be registered in time - here's what you need to know
DWP explains holiday rules for Universal Credit claimants and when money could stop
There are strict rules in place for anyone who claims Universal Credit, including how long you're allowed to leave the country while continuing to claim this benefit
When is the best time to watch the Lyrid meteor shower as it's set to peak
Experts at the Royal Museums Greenwich have suggested the best time to catch the Lyrid meteor shower this week
Keir Starmer 'furious' over Peter Mandelson US ambassador vetting scandal
The Prime Minister is facing calls to resign from opposition parties over the appointment saga, as he prepares to make it 'crystal clear' to MPs on Monday that he was kept in the dark
Police statement as road closed in Newcastle city centre following 'disturbance'
A road in Newcastle city centre is closed and police remain at the scene
Donald Trump seizes Iranian cargo ship as Strait of Hormuz closure spikes oil prices
President Donald Trump has announced that the US Navy has intercepted and seized the Iranian-flagged cargo ship after it allegedly attempted to breach an American naval blockade
Newcastle city centre incident LIVE: Updates as police cordon off area near St James' Park
Officers have taped off a section of Barrack Road, near Leazes Park and St James' Park
People on three DWP benefits face bank account checks under new powers
The DWP is cracking down on fraud and hopes the new powers will help to save millions of pounds as it makes efforts to reduce fraud and error in the welfare system
North East drug dealer stashed heroin and crack cocaine packages 'between his buttocks'
Macaully Beck was hiding 15 packs of drugs when police searched him
Power your spring adventures – meet the new Jackery SolarSaga 40 Air
As the days grow longer and we start enjoying camping trips, festival weekends and road adventures, having reliable power on the go is no longer a luxury – it’s essential.
Gateshead Flyover demolition finally due to start today – 16 months after closure
The first sections of the A167 Gateshead Highway flyover will start being torn down today, following the concrete structure's closure due to safety fears in December 2024
The legal debate on fences that could end in "criminal damage"
Legal experts weigh in on the garden issue
UK's first dog bus to visit North East after national recognition for unique experience
Billy's Bus, the viral sensation seen on Good Morning Britain and ITV News, has even caught the attention of Disney
'Farage is unfit to be Prime Minister'
'He failed to rise to the challenge of the moment and demonstrated flip-floppy weakness'
Full list of road closures and roadworks across the North East this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, April 20
Drunk woman smashed Newcastle court's front door after being refused entry
Bethany Tranter, who was on a community order at the time, kicked the glass door after not being allowed in due to her intoxication