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Benton community centre left trashed and covered in blood following overnight burglary
Benton
The Fairways Centre was broken into overnight between Saturday and Sunday
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New homes to be built in North Tyneside as part of huge new development at former paddock
Benton
Bellway North East completes a deal on 6.6 acres of former paddock land in North Tyneside which it will use for 74 homes while also investing in local infrastructure
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Newcastle North general election results 2024 in full
General election
The elected MP for Newcastle North and how people voted in the general election in the Newcastle North seat on July 4, 2024
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Newcastle North candidates for the general election 2024
General election
The re-drawn Newcastle upon Tyne North seat takes in Kenton, Jesmond and parts of Gosforth, plus Benton and Longbenton in North Tyneside
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Meet the volunteers at Newcastle Cat and Dog Shelter as more animal lovers urged to sign up
Animals
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter, based at Benton, relies on volunteers to help look after the animals
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Jill Halfpenny confirms 'that's a wrap' on new Channel 5 drama filmed in Newcastle
Jill Halfpenny
Jill Halfpenny has been busy on home turf to film new Channel 5 drama The Feud along with some well known stars
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Thugs sparked mass brawl in Tyneside pub as Newcastle United fans watched league cup final
Newcastle Crown Court
Brett Armstrong and Curtis Bateman, of High Heaton, caused mayhem at a pub in Benton during the Carabao Cup final
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Geisha in Benton transforms Italian restaurant to create 'Fusion' venue serving dishes from across the world
Benton
Geisha has remained a favourite among Geordies since it opened four years ago - and now it has announced its latest business venture
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One person in hospital following collision which caused major delays on Benton Road
Traffic & Travel
The A188 Benton Road was partially blocked in both directions
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Listed former Conservative club in Benton set to be converted into SEND school
North Tyneside
The historic property dates back to 1740
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The Feud films in Benton as Jill Halfpenny and Inbetweeners star seen shooting Channel 5 drama
Jill Halfpenny
The Feud filming arrived in Benton on Friday as cast members Jill Halfpenny were seen shooting scenes for the Channel 5 drama
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Tributes to Longbenton 'warrior' Mercy Cuthbertson, 6, as she's laid to rest in moving service
North Tyneside
The six-year-old from Longbenton passed away after more than a year fighting an incurable brain tumour
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Jill Halfpenny spotted as Channel 5 drama The Feud takes over Newcastle street
Jill Halfpenny
Jill Halfpenny and other The Feud cast members have been spotted in Benton as filming for the Channel 5 drama continues
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Partial Metro line closure tonight as repairs to loose stones on station buildings continue
Tyne and Wear Metro
No trains will run between South Gosforth and Shiremoor on Thursday night after 6.30pm
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Plans to open new Benton special school at former Conservative club
Benton
Plans for a school for up to 60 children with additional educational needs in a former Conservative club are set to be decided by councillors next week
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Metro station platform closed for 'public safety' due to loose stones on building
Tyne and Wear Metro
Platform One at Benton Metro station is closed, with no trains stopping
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Meet the dogs looking for loving homes after a lonely stay in North East kennels
Dogs
Meet the adorable dogs looking for their forever home - could you help?
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Newcastle campaigner travels to London for Dump The Scales eating disorder march for change
Mental Health
Dump The Scales marched from Trafalgar Square to Parliament yesterday (April 27) in a campaign for Government change on how eating disorders are treated.
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Newcastle primary school to be redeveloped but councillors warn of 'enormous congestion'
Newcastle upon Tyne
Councillors granted permission on Friday for a redevelopment of Benton Park Primary School, but there remain concerns about traffic problems around the neighbouring HMRC offices
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Newcastle star Varada Sethu confirmed as new Doctor Who companion in BBC announcement
Doctor Who
The Benton actress said she feels like 'the luckiest person in the world' to be starring alongside Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson in the 2025 series
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Meet the dogs looking for loving homes after a lonely stay in North East kennels
Dogs
Meet the adorable dogs looking for their forever home - could you help?
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Benton grandad with terminal cancer surprised with 'lifelong dream' Bentley ride for 90th birthday
Benton
His grandaughter Caroline Donaldson organised the special trip for what could be his final birthday
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The teenage villains responsible for vile North East crimes from stabbings and arson to a horrific schoolyard attack
Newcastle upon Tyne
These teenage criminals are responsible for crimes that shocked society.
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Metro passengers warned of seven-day major line closure in North Tyneside next week
Tyne and Wear Metro
No trains will run between Benton and North Shields from Monday, April 8 until Sunday, April 14, with a replacement bus service running in place of the Metro
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