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BBC broadcasting legend who had 'encyclopaedic knowledge of music' dies aged 82

Broadcaster John Bennett died at the ages of 82 surrounded by his family on Friday evening

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Northern duo raises nearly £14,000 for Great North Air Ambulance Service rowing across the Atlantic Ocean

Great North Air Ambulance Service

Garry Hoyle from North Shields and David Ferrier from Cumbria, rowed for over 70 days as part of a race, setting off before Christmas last year

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14 jobs currently up for grabs in the North East which involve working from home

North East News

There are a selection of remote and hybrid roles being advertised across the region

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Foreign Office alert as volcanic eruptions may cause travel disruption

Traffic & Travel

In previous years, eruptions have created smoke and ash clouds that disrupted traffic across northern Europe

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32 photos of Ladies Day's amazing hats as Newcastle has a head for fashion

There were some fantastic hats on show at Newcastle Racecourse on Saturday as crowds flocked to Ladies Day

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Ladies Day Newcastle arrivals in 21 pictures as racegoers step out in style despite the rain

There were plenty of well dressed racegoers there early doors for Ladies Day in Newcastle on Saturday

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North East NHS midwife says vital whooping cough and flu vaccines are 'completely safe' and answers common questions

Debbie Corbett reassured new mums about the safe and effective whooping cough vaccine - and why you should get it during pregnancy

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Temperatures to soar after day of rain in North East, says Met Office

Forecasters are predicting drier, settled and sunnier weather over the coming days, however the North East will see rain on Saturday

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Underground drugs network discovered through secret trap door in Gateshead property

Officers found almost 200 mature cannabis plants, equipment and a significant electrical bypass

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Newcastle pervert who videoed himself raping unconscious woman dies in HMP Northumberland

In July 2019, Barry Wemyss was jailed for 12 years after he forced himself on a vulnerable mum when she was 'zonked out'

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Meet the dogs looking for loving homes after a lonely stay in North East kennels

Meet the adorable dogs looking for their forever home - could you help?

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Police officers attacked in the line of duty - the criminals convicted of assaulting cops in the North East

Some defendants have been put behind bars while others have been slapped with a fine

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How Gateshead murder detectives pieced together a 'jigsaw' of clues to snare ammonia gang

Det Insp Tam Fowler, of Northumbria Police lifts lid on "complex" investigation into Andrew Foster's murder

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Driver sleeping on Holy Island Causeway sparks emergency response as tide rises around his vehicle

The driver had been asleep in the 4X4 and had been unaware of the rising tide around his vehicle

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Gateshead man caught on CCTV attacking his dog in a lift is banned from owning animals for five years

Cameron Brunning, 22, from Gateshead, has been banned from owning animals for five years

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Lemington rooftop stand-off sees police cordon off street as man throws tiles and refused to come down

Several police units were called to Lemington during an incident involving a man on a roof

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North East Combined Authority tight-lipped on whether mayor will help fund Gateshead Quays arena

North East Mayor

It is unclear whether support for the Sage arena and conference will translate to the same kind of financial backing the North East Combined Authority is giving the Crown Works film studios

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Durham Cathedral chicks spotted as birds of prey make new nest in north tower

Baby kestrels have been seen peeking out of a hole in the stonework of Durham Cathedral's north west tower

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Hexham Abbey decorated with beautiful floral arrangements as flower festival begins

People visiting the Abbey today were able to enjoy the floral displays on view for the flower festival

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EuroMillions and Thunderball results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday, July 26

We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Friday, July 26

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Newcastle council bids to repair 50 void homes every week to combat huge housing waiting list

Almost 1,000 council houses in the city are empty and councillors have demanded action to bring those vacant properties back into a state where they can be lived in

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Reform UK announces candidate for Cramlington by-election

Voters will go to the polls on August 22

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Wallsend man jailed for 17 years after violent sexual attack on woman

Newcastle Crown Court

Liam Maughan, 38, has been jailed for 17 years for a prolonged attack carried out his victim

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Prison worker from Sunderland sobs as she pleads guilty to 'inappropriate relationship' with an inmate

Kelsey Calvert, from Ryhope, sobbed in the dock as she pleaded guilty to two offences

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Bishop Auckland Forensics teams descend on County Durham property after baby's skeleton discovered by contractors 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

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

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

NHS Have 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

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 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

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-Season Urawa Reds vs Newcastle United LIVE - Updates from Saitama Stadium as Eddie Howe names strong XI Follow all of the live build-up, updates and reaction from Newcastle United's latest pre-season friendly

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.

'Blockbuster' Newcastle United transfer dream Eddie Howe won't allow to die

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

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

Well over 300,000 people in the North East are set to lose their

Newcastle United FC Tokyo tour diary: The Newcastle United press conference moment that left Dan Burn in stitches Newcastle United's Japanese fanbase are out in force in Tokyo and one question caused much uproar from Dan Burn and Eddie Howe

Have 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

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 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