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First picture of newlywed dad, 40, who tragically died after falling from rooftop bar
UK News: Richard Ayling, 40, fell several floors and died in hospital the following day
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Banish rats and mice from your home with a simple three-ingredient natural spray
As temperatures rise, rats and mice are becoming more noticeable across the UK - but there's a simple and humane method to help keep them away from your home
British Airways passenger caught out in toilet with flight descending into chaos
Louis Gaston told a couple on a British Airways flight he would 'bash their heads together' after being caught vaping in the toilet
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Millions of people trying to save ahead of oncoming bill hikes
People are already emptying their emergency funds just to cover essentials
Greggs to open first international shop in popular Spanish holiday hotspot
The store will stock a range of bakes, rolls and sweet treats, as well as freshly-made sandwiches - here are more details
Northumberland heritage railway restoration boost as Whitley Bay station project close to completion
Surplus materials from the Whitley Bay Metro Station bridge restoration are being sent to Woodhorn Narrow Gauge Railway, which is being restored by volunteers
Non-exercise activity reduces stress, inflammation and heart disease
Researchers say it reduces the biological signs of ageing
Martin Lewis says check your direct debits for potential £300 refund now
Financial expert Martin Lewis has urged Brits to check whether they are entitled to reclaim hundreds of pounds
Freeview 'to be switched off' May update as support soars and survey asks for replies
Concern growing after poll suggests 7 in 10 don't realise plans amid concerns for elderly and rural TV viewers
Plans to create new recycling centre in North Tyneside take major step forward
The local authority has confirmed that designs for a prospective new recycling centre have been drawn up
Two-vehicle crash sees car overturn with emergency crews called to Beacon Lough
Police officers attended the scene on Speedwell after a vehicle flipped onto its roof, blocking the road for some time
Man takes on 'impossible journey' to spread cancer awareness after sister's terminal diagnosis
Danielle Green's brother Lee is to walking the width of the UK on a mission to raise cervical cancer awareness.
Rules for standing as a local councillor - everything you need to know
Almost anyone can apply to stand as a local councillor, however, there is a criteria which must be met by all candidates
Tyneside football coach's mother in court for laundering his dirty cocaine cash
David Borley was previously jailed for 19 years and now his 68-year-old mother has been sentenced for money laundering
Gateshead was 'fed up' and needed change - it's time to give Reform a chance
Labour has lost control of Gateshead Council for the first time in 52 years after Reform UK won a majority of seats
'Truly remarkable' Tyneside great-great-grandmother celebrates 103rd birthday in style
Irene May Berry turned 103 with a personalised birthday cake and a performance from an Elvis impersonator
Where North East Labour MPs stand on Keir Starmer as pressure builds on Prime Minister to quit
A drubbing at last week's local elections that saw almost 1,500 Labour councillors lose their seats has sparked fresh calls from dozens of MPs for Keir Starmer to resign
Northumberland MP quits ministerial aide role as calls grow for Starmer to resign
Joe Morris and Catherine McKinnell have become the latest Labour figures to call on Sir Keir Starmer to leave Downing Street
Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, May 11
Tonight's Set For Life could see one player scoop £10,000 every month for 30 years
Gateshead thug hit woman with crowbar after she rejected his attempt to kiss her
Brian Watson, of Gateshead, assaulted the woman then told police he had a bomb which he would detonate with his mobile phone