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Five Newcastle shops caught selling vapes to children as £50,877 of counterfeit items seized
Crime
The shops are in Benwell, Elswick, Fenham and Scotswood
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Tyneside crime boss Michael Ferry who ran huge cocaine empire from prison is jailed for 22 years
Crime
Michael Ferry, 33, was able to run an organise crime gang from behind bars using an Encrochat device
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Four arrested after Darlington 'stabbing' which left man in hospital
Darlington
Four men aged between 18 and 22 have been arrested in connection with the incident on Louisa Street on Monday afternoon
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Met Office updates 24-hour thunderstorm warning with all North East areas affected
North East Weather
Forecasters have warned that 'multiple rounds' of heavy showers and thunderstorms may lead to some disruption on Thursday, August 1
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Michael Ferry sentence LIVE: Tyneside crime boss who ran lucrative cocaine empire jailed for 22 years and six months
Crime
Michael Ferry has been handed a prison sentence of 22 years and six months after organising a crime gang from behind bars
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'UK's cheapest house' goes on sale in South Tyneside – but estate agents issue warning
In The News
EXCLUSIVE: Estate agents Zoopla say this little two-up two-down in a former mining village is 'the cheapest house in the country,' and the price tag might leave you checking for a missing zero
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'She said yes' Couple engaged after Newcastle Ladies Day fly past proposal
Ladies Day
Crowds at Newcastle Ladies Day were all desperate to know the outcome after a fly past proposal on Saturday
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Northumberland rapist jailed alongside girlfriend who covered up vile crime
Crime
Aaron Davison climbed into bed with a girl in July 2020 before sexually assaulting her and raping her
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CCTV released after cigarettes and money taken in South Tyneside post office break-in
South Tyneside
The break-in occurred shortly before 6.45am on Monday, June 3
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Greggs serves up new menu items amid sales growth and yet more shop openings
Greggs
The savoury and sweet bake specialist is hoping to launch between 240-260 new shops this year
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Traffic and Travel live updates: Latest on North East roads, trains, Metros and buses
Traffic & Travel
Follow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region for Tuesday, July 30
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'Buyer beware' warning for those needing social care after Care Quality Commission branded 'not fit for purpose'
NHS
Dr Jackie Gray of the Carents Room said those looking to find social care were in a tough situation thanks to the CQC.
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Meet the young transplant survivors set to represent Team Newcastle at the British Transplant Games
NHS
This team of inspirational youngsters are looking forward to the British Transplant Games.
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Councils urge visitors to protect region's beaches following fears of litter, broken glass, and illegal camping
Environment
Three of the region's councils have pleaded with visitors to leave beaches the way they found them for the sake of the environment, locals, and public safety.
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North Tyneside café says 'bittersweet goodbye' as it closes doors after three years
North Tyneside
The café and wine bar on Park View in Whitley Bay has closed with immediate effect.
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Man left unconscious after Northumberland thugs sparked pub brawl over missing mobile phone
Blyth
James McGowan, 31, Reece McDowell, 27, and Alan Jobson, 31, launched an attack on two men in the Flying Horse pub in Blyth
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Man in hospital with life-threatening injuries after stabbing in County Durham
Crime
The attack is believed to have been targeted and there is no further risk to the public
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Ross Kemp backs Northumbria Police schemes to help find vulnerable missing people
Northumbria Police
TV star Ross Kemp has joined fellow actor Vicky McClure in throwing his support behind Northumbria Police's work to help find missing vulnerable people.
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Newcastle council leader calls on PM to accelerate devolution as services hit 'breaking point'
Nick Kemp
Nick Kemp warned the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that frontline city council services were "at breaking point".
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Petition to 'ring fence' additional council tax from Northumberland's second homes to go to scrutiny committee
Northumberland County Council
Residents of Beadnell had petitioned Northumberland County Council to re-direct extra council tax to be used to benefit the communities where second homes are most prevalent
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Popular North Shields bar and clothes shop set to relocate with plans to serve alcohol until 11pm
North Shields
With their building up for sale, and plans to expand, the Longsands bar is set to relocate to a new venue
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Prolific thief who stole meat, fish and butter from Sainsbury's jailed within hours of arrest
Northumbria Police
Colin French was behind bars hours after being caught shoplifting.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned scrapping Northumberland transport projects would be disaster
Politics
A review of planned transport projects will be carried out in a bid to plug a gap in the country's finances
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Newcastle man, 19, and Cramlington man, 20, locked up for eight and a half years for raping woman
Courts
Harley King and Ben Jennings were sentenced at Shrewsbury Crown Court after being convicted by a jury
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Bishop AucklandForensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractorsDurham Police has launched an urgent investigation after suspected human remains were discovered.
Man who stabbed to death grandad previously told medics he found knife in his bed, inquest hears
Newcastle upon Tyne
Lee Santos was repeatedly stabbed by Andrew Peacock in Cullercoats, North Tyneside
More than 300,000 North East pensioners to lose winter fuel payments - see how many are in your area
DWP
Well over 300,000 people in the North East are set to lose their
Ian Wright's Match of the Day replacement 'sealed' as ex Newcastle United star
BBC
Ian Wright has left his high profile job as a pundit on long running BBC Saturday night programme Match of the Day
Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle last week
Funeral notices
A selection of tributes to people from around the North East who have passed away in the past few weeks
NHSHave your say as GPs threaten to bring NHS to a 'standstill'The British Medical Association (BMA), the union for doctors, is warning that the GP system could go the way of dentistry, where many are struggling to register with a practice or being forced to go private for treatment
Northern Lights hunters look out for stunning 'extremely rare' cloud phenomenon
Weather
Noctilucent clouds have made several appearances in North East skies in recent weeks - here's everything you need to know about the phenomenon
Morrisons giving away free food to UK shoppers in every store this August
Morrisons
Morrisons and Warburtons are teaming up to offer shoppers a free meal this August - and all you need to do is say a three-word phrase when you order to claim the offer
UK tourist dies in Greece as temperatures soar above 40C, sparking travel warnings
Travel Advice
Greek authorities have issued a heatwave warning after a woman died in a beach tragedy on the island of Skiathos, with temperatures set to hit 40C in the hottest part of the year
Healthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland hospitals set for strike action in pay banding row
South Tyneside & Sunderland
Healthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Trust could be set for strike action.
Newcastle United FC Pre-SeasonUrawa Reds vs Newcastle United LIVE - Early team news and updates from Saitama StadiumFollow all of the live build-up, updates and reaction from Newcastle United's latest pre-season friendly
'Blockbuster' Newcastle United transfer dream Eddie Howe won't allow to die
Eddie Howe
Newcastle United were linked with one marquee signing after another when the takeover went through but the club have to face reality as Alan Shearer comparison made
Forensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractors
Bishop Auckland
Durham Police has launched an urgent investigation after suspected human remains were discovered.
Man who stabbed to death grandad previously told medics he found knife in his bed, inquest hears
Newcastle upon Tyne
Lee Santos was repeatedly stabbed by Andrew Peacock in Cullercoats, North Tyneside
More than 300,000 North East pensioners to lose winter fuel payments - see how many are in your area
DWP
Well over 300,000 people in the North East are set to lose their
NHSHave your say as GPs threaten to bring NHS to a 'standstill'The British Medical Association (BMA), the union for doctors, is warning that the GP system could go the way of dentistry, where many are struggling to register with a practice or being forced to go private for treatment
Northern Lights hunters look out for stunning 'extremely rare' cloud phenomenon
Weather
Noctilucent clouds have made several appearances in North East skies in recent weeks - here's everything you need to know about the phenomenon
Tosin Adarabioyo breaks silence on choosing Chelsea over Newcastle United transfer
Newcastle United FC Transfer News
Newcastle were keen on a move for the defender before he made the move to Chelsea
Morrisons giving away free food to UK shoppers in every store this August
Morrisons
Morrisons and Warburtons are teaming up to offer shoppers a free meal this August - and all you need to do is say a three-word phrase when you order to claim the offer
UK tourist dies in Greece as temperatures soar above 40C, sparking travel warnings
Travel Advice
Greek authorities have issued a heatwave warning after a woman died in a beach tragedy on the island of Skiathos, with temperatures set to hit 40C in the hottest part of the year