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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Covid: North East gets five-week government support to slow growth
From Monday extra help will be given to the region to ramp up testing and vaccine rollouts.
Durham A1 crash: Seaham couple named as Elaine Sullivan and David Daglish
Three people died in the collision involving two lorries and four cars on the A1 (M) last week.
Makina: the UK subculture you've probably never heard of
A leading MC says the music genre's return after Covid is going to be "something special".
Newcastle library book returned 63 years late
The copy of How to Lie with Statistics is decades past its return date of 25 November 1958.
Covid vaccine: Eight-week gap seen as sweet spot for Pfizer jab antibodies
Spacing out doses boosts antibody levels, say researchers - who suggest eight weeks as the "sweet spot".
Newcastle's hospitals 'under more pressure' than ever
Newcastle's hospitals are facing rising Covid cases, staff self-isolating and a heavy workload.
Heatwave: Northumbria Water warns homes over near-record demand
Four tankers are brought in to funnel millions of litres of water from other areas to meet demand.
Body found in search for Lake District swimmer
The man in his 30s from Newcastle was swimming at Brothers Water when he got into difficulty.
Newcastle council accused of 'hostility' towards travellers
Newcastle City Council says an assessment found no need for specific sites for travellers.
Thousands of trees to be planted by 2050 in North East Community Forest
Six areas make up England's 12th so-called community forest, which hopes to combat climate change.
Sunderland cyclist's headcam footage snares dangerous driver
Kyle Walsh is jailed after lying about being behind the wheel of a car which almost hit a cyclist.
Covid: Which children are being vaccinated and why?
Hundreds of thousands of children at higher risk from coronavirus infection will be offered a Covid vaccine in the UK.
Why you shouldn't get a second Covid jab too early
A government scientific advisor tells Newsbeat why four weeks is too soon between Covid jabs.
Beta coronavirus variant: What is the risk?
There are fears that this version of coronavirus, first identified in South Africa, is
Covid rules: How can the clinically vulnerable stay safe?
As social-distancing and other Covid rules end in England, how can people who were shielding stay safe?
What are the rules and guidance for face masks and coverings from 19 July?
Masks are no longer compulsory in England, but remain necessary in Scotland and Wales.
Durham University telescope experts use giant helium balloon
The football stadium-sized inflatable will carry the device, which was developed with Nasa's help.
Bradley Lowery: Building a legacy for the Sunderland fan
Bradley's mother Gemma explains how her charity is building a holiday home for children with illnesses.
RNLI shows how to 'float to live' if you fall into water
Ross MacLeod from the RNLI's Water Safety Team explains how to float in the water if you get into danger.
Newcastle and Teesside holiday-makers ready for Balearic Islands
Travellers in the North East jet off to the Balearic Islands despite restriction changes.
Farne Islands: Puffins see visitors return after 18 months
Tourists haven't been able to go to the Farne Islands for 18 months and it's changed the birds' behaviour.
Championship return fixtures confirmed
Somerset's bid for a first County Championship title will resume against Nottinghamshire when the second phase of the competition gets under way.
One-Day Cup: Durham score 405 in Kent win while Stoneman, Westley & Godleman impress
Durham break records while Essex, Glamorgan, Leicestershire and Surrey start their One-Day Cup campaigns with wins.
Newcastle United defender Florian Lejeune moves to Alaves on a permanent deal
Newcastle United defender Florian Lejeune completes a move to La Liga side Alaves on permanent deal.
Andy Carroll: Striker needs to 'go and play somewhere', says Newcastle boss Bruce
Former England striker Andy Carroll is looking for a new club after leaving Newcastle, boss Steve Bruce says.
Brydon Carse: England bowler has stitches after ball hits his ear
England and Durham paceman Brydon Carse requires seven stitches after getting hit by the ball in a T20 Blast match.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Pardew ready for Metalist threat
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says there will be no surprises from Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League tie.
Kibirige signs Falcons pro deal
Newcastle Falcons winger Zach Kibirige signs a first professional contract at Kingston Park.
RFU trials ref-cam this weekend
The RFU will trial a "ref-cam" during the televised Championship game between Newcastle and London Scottish on Sunday.
Southampton game key - Larsson
Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson thinks Saturday's match with Southampton is important to their survival chances.
Newcastle 1-3 Man City
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Javi Garcia and Yaya Toure earn Manchester City a deserved 3-1 win at Newcastle.
Man Utd 3-1 Sunderland
Manchester United restore their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Sunderland.
O'Neill targets January signings
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says he must strengthen his squad in the January transfer window as they look to avoid relegation.
O'Neill doubters wrong - Ferguson
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says it is "absolutely ridiculous" for anyone to question Martin O'Neill.
Pardew - one win could revive us
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says beating Manchester City on Saturday could revive his team's stuttering Premier League campaign.
Harker to exit Durham post in May
David Harker is to stand down as Durham County Cricket Club chief executive in May 2013 after 20 years in the post.
Smith undaunted by Gateshead task
Anth Smith says he is not daunted by the pressure of taking charge at Blue Square Bet Premier side Gateshead.
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Concern mounts for missing 11-year-old schoolgirl from Bolton
The parents of Fatuma Kadir, who travelled from Manchester to London by train, say they are in "shock".
Covid: North East gets five-week government support to slow growth
From Monday extra help will be given to the region to ramp up testing and vaccine rollouts.
Daily Covid cases down for third day in UK
New infections are down but it is too soon to say if cases have peaked, say experts.
Makina: the UK subculture you've probably never heard of
A leading MC says the music genre's return after Covid is going to be "something special".
Met Office storm warning for campsites and caravans
Thunderstorms and 55mph gusts of wind could disrupt the plans of holidaymakers, the Met Office says.
Tributes to Stoke-on-Trent man who died on trip to beach
The family of 21-year-old Hamza Mansoor have thanked "all the heroes" who tried to save him.
Newcastle library book returned 63 years late
The copy of How to Lie with Statistics is decades past its return date of 25 November 1958.
M62 police shooting: Inquest into death of Yassar Yaqub put back
Judge Guy Kearl QC tells a pre-inquest review it is necessary to ensure "all angles are considered".
Soldier found dead in barracks at Larkhill, Salisbury
The Ministry of Defence says it is investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
Sarm Heslop: Missing woman's parents still have hope
Four months after she vanished, it is still not known what happened to Sarm Heslop.
Durham A1 crash: Seaham couple named as Elaine Sullivan and David Daglish
Three people died in the collision involving two lorries and four cars on the A1 (M) last week.
Life-sized Laurel and Hardy statues stolen again
Lesley Haylett says the figures have been stolen from outside her home for a fourth time.
Source: BBC News
