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Speeding driver caused death of elderly woman after smashing into back of ambulance on A19
Daniel Banks, 23, caused the death of Sheila Hill after crashing into the back of an ambulance on the A19 as he drove to Newcastle
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Met Office gives North East weather verdict for Easter weekend - latest forecast
Here's a look at the weather forecast for the North East over the coming days and the current outlook for Easter
Two walkers rescued from Northumberland forest after getting lost in cold conditions
The walkers were tired and beginning to feel the effects of being out in cold conditions when they were located after becoming lost in Holystone Forest
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Elderly man arrested after car hits central reservation on A1 in Tyneside
The incident happened on the A1 northbound near the slip road to the Seaton Burn turn off
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North East fright fans set for treat as Halloween theme park jets in 300-seater attraction
New attraction at North East scare park will be a real departure from the norm.
Man suffers broken jaw after challenging group for harassing woman in Sunderland
Northumbria Police have issued an image of a man they would like to trace following the incident on Green Terrace in Sunderland
State Pensioners on low income can get up to 100 per cent off Council Tax bill
The exact amount of council tax discount you receive can vary based on a number of factors - here's what you need to check
Martin Lewis tells shoppers to look out for money-saving code
You could be needlessly paying double for some items
Consumer experts name UK supermarket with fastest rising prices for shoppers
A new study shows that products at one supermarket have the highest levels of inflation, with prices up 4.7% year-on-year in the month of February
New human remains investigation details one year on from North East recycling plant discovery
One year on from the discovery at the Biffa recycling plant in Hartlepool, Cleveland Police have issued an update and say they are continuing to investigate after the man's remains were found
Every new car tax rise to expect this week with some drivers facing £200 increase
New car tax rate hikes come into effect on Wednesday
Hauxley Nature Reserve welcomes new outdoor classroom for groups to enjoy
Hauxley Reserve is inviting baby and toddler groups, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, schools, creative groups and youth organisations to enjoy the space
Woman taken to hospital after knife attack in Newcastle
Emergency services were called to Melbourne Street in Newcastle at around 3pm on Sunday
Two people taken to hospital after crash on Newcastle's Byker Bridge
North East Ambulance Service confirmed that two people had been transferred to Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) following a collision on Byker Bridge
Landmark deal to transform Metrocentre into 'city within a city' creating 5,000 jobs
Metro Riverside could create more than 4,500 homes on the banks of the Tyne
Millions of workers set to receive £1,040 wage boost from this Wednesday
New National Minimum Wage explained and how to check if you are underpaid
UK travellers warned of countries that may ask for photo and fingerprint from April
Here's a list of countries where a new entry and exit system is in operation and what holidaymakers will need to do
'Cicada' Covid variant spreading rapidly with 12 symptoms easy to miss
The BA.3.2 strain was first identified in Africa in November 2024 and health professionals have cautioned that existing vaccines may be less effective
Spain Easter airport strikes as UK tourists face major travel disruption
Ground handling workers at Barcelona, Madrid, Alicante, Malaga, Palma and Canaries airports are striking from Monday over pay disputes
State pensioners to get extra £218 a year after DWP change in April - who's eligible
Older people with health conditions could get more money after the Government increases benefit rates from April