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Dangerous North East HGV driver jailed for second time over horrific A19 tragedy
Kevin Hubbard, of Sunderland, caused Keith Jamieson almost ten years of misery after leaving him paralysed from the neck down until he died
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DVLA urges drivers aged 70 and over to do this 'today'
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued a timely reminder to drivers aged 70 and over
Newcastle United shop at St James' Park decorated in new kit pattern in run-up to release
The new home kit is scheduled to be released on Wednesday
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What you need to know as Keir Starmer set to announce social media ban for children
The social media ban for under-16s has been a contested issue for the Labour government
North East Met Office forecast for rain and thunder before temperatures hit 24C
Here's the latest weather prediction for the North East this week, with people told to expect a mix of rain, thunder and sunshine ahead of a warm weekend
TV licence rule could see World Cup fans sent £1,000 fine
People tuning in from home may risk up to £1,000 in fines
Five people arrested in connection with burglary and drug possession offences in South Tyneside
The activity builds on work alongside the North East Regional Crime Unit’s (NEROCU) officers, NPT and the Neighbourhood Support Team
Two arrested after man stabbed in Newcastle disturbance involving group of men
A 21-year-old man remains in custody and a 16-year-old has been bailed
County Durham crash LIVE: Two taken to hospital after two-vehicle collision
Durham Lane is blocked between Shadforth and Haswell Plough
Two taken to hospital after van overturns in County Durham crash
A Ford Transit and a Nissan Qashqai were involved in a collision on the B1283 between Shadforth and Haswell Plough earlier today
North East e-bike teen's sentence to be reviewed for killing great-grandmother
Billy Stokoe was sentenced to six years and nine months for causing death by dangerous driving at Newcastle Crown Court last month
'Silent condition' warning to one in five with fatigue and 'dull' pain
It tends to have few early symptoms, meaning many cases go undiagnosed
Police update after suspected cannabis farm caught fire in Gateshead with residents evacuated
Emergency services were called to Windsor Avenue in Bensham after a fire broke out at a property on Friday night
Controversial plans as developer looks to convert 'eyesore' site into 11-bedroom HMO
Plans have been put forward to create a 11-bed HMO
HMRC inheritance tax £3,000 alert for Brits
Inheritance tax penalties for late-filing have risen
Full list of DWP State Pension payment rates for anyone retiring this year
The Government increased State Pension rates in April 2026 in line with the Triple Lock policy - here's what retirees can expect to receive
Travellers issued package holiday warning as North East mum's £6,300 trip 'ruined'
Package holiday complaints have included issues such as unexpected changes to the hotel, denied refunds and poor customer service
New State Pension '£22' HMRC personal tax allowance alert
An expert has explained four things to consider
Philippines earthquake disaster sparks urgent travel warning for Brits
Mindanao, which is the second-largest island in the Philippines, was hit by a 7.0 magnitued earthquake this morning
Town centre car park closes indefinitely after vandalism damages safety routes
Darlington Borough Council says East Street Car Park can no longer operate safely after vandalism damaged emergency escape routes and public access points