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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
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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
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Shields Ferry saved as cash committed to build new North Shields landing
North Shields
There had been fears the service would be forced to end as soon as next year
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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.
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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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Michael Ferry sentence LIVE: Tyneside crime boss who ran lucrative cocaine empire behind bars discovers fate
Crime
Michael Ferry faces a substantial prison sentence after organising a crime gang from behind bars
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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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Grainger MarketFrom watch repairs to second-hand books - how the Grainger Market served generations of Newcastle shoppers
Here's a look back at a city institution in this selection of images showing the Grainger Market over the years as it met the changing needs of the times
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South Tyneside & SunderlandHealthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland hospitals set for strike action in pay banding row
Healthcare assistants at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Trust could be set for strike action.
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Shields Ferry saved as cash committed to build new North Shields landing
North Shields
There had been fears the service would be forced to end as soon as next year
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By-election called following resignation of long-standing Newcastle councillor
Jesmond
The long-service Gerry Keating has stood down on health grounds and triggered a by-election in North Jesmond.
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North East Mayor Kim McGuinness will 'push ahead' with Leamside Line and Washington Metro Loop despite chancellor's comments
Transport
Extra funding will be needed following the scrapping of a major railway fund
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Metro suspension LIVE: Service suspended between Wallsend and North Shields due to faulty train
Traffic & Travel
Follow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region for Wednesday, July 31
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Traffic & TravelMetro suspension LIVE: Service suspended between Wallsend and North Shields due to faulty trainFollow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region for Wednesday, July 31
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Quayside road closures in place ahead of first ever Red Bull Tyne Ride motorcycle races
Quayside Newcastle
A section of the Quayside is closed until Sunday.
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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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CrossCountry reduce train services to aid backlog of driver training during Covid pandemic
Transport
CrossCountry will introduce temporary resource-led reductions to its timetable to deal with the backlog of critical driver training days
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Spain warns of higher charge for tourists on arrival in holiday hotspot
Spain Travel
The measure is intended to reduce the influx of short-term visitors, which has sparked protests among locals who feel their city is being overrun by tourists
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Crime

In The News39 police officers injured in Southport as violence erupts following knife attack'This is no way to treat a community', Merseyside Police said of the violent disorder after three young girls were killed at a dance studio in a mass stabbing
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Violence erupts in Southport as protesters clash with police following tragic knife attack
UK News
A peaceful vigil was followed by a protest where demonstrators clashed with police
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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.
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Baby's skeleton discovered under floorboards in County Durham home as police probe launched
Bishop Auckland
Contractors renovating a property in Bishop Auckland found what is thought to be the remains of a baby under upstairs floorboards.
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Southport stabbing: Police name three young victims as families release heartbreaking statements
UK News
Alice Dasilva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, were all fatally stabbed in the incident in Southport on Monday
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Politics

PoliticsChancellor Rachel Reeves warned scrapping Northumberland transport projects would be disaster
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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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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Newcastle council bids to repair 50 void homes every week to combat huge housing waiting list
Politics
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
Northumberland
Voters will go to the polls on August 22
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'No excuse' for members of parliament to have second job claims Blyth and Ashington MP
Northumberland
Labour look set to crack down on lobbying jobs for serving MPs
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UK & World News

WeatherNorthern 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
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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
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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
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39 police officers injured in Southport as violence erupts following knife attack
In The News
'This is no way to treat a community', Merseyside Police said of the violent disorder after three young girls were killed at a dance studio in a mass stabbing
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Violence erupts in Southport as protesters clash with police following tragic knife attack
UK News
A peaceful vigil was followed by a protest where demonstrators clashed with police
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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.
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