Newcastle and Tyne News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Blyth 'gigafactory': Ex-offenders offered chance at car battery plant
The electric car battery plant will be the biggest industrial investment in the North East for years.
Maximo Park on Grenfell, the Bataclan and fatherhood
The North East indie-pop band say music can both "celebrate life" and ask "difficult questions".
Newcastle e-scooters: Five men charged with drink-driving
Scooter firm Neuron says most riders behaved responsibly but "there are always exceptions".
National Trust to plant blossom trees in cities
The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees to create new green spaces.
Hoppings funfair to return after 2020 virus cancellation
The Hoppings, said to be Europe's largest travelling fair, will visit Newcastle's Town Moor.
Covid: Special school teachers angry at vaccine wait
North Tyneside staff say they are at risk from pupils who cannot wear masks or socially distance.
Hays Travel boss 'shocked' by husband's sudden death
Dame Irene Hays says tributes to her husband John have given her "determination" to carry on.
Nissan: Hundreds furloughed over parts shortage
Late-shift work on one assembly line in Sunderland will be suspended for one week, the firm says.
Olivia Burt's family 'delighted' with legacy charity's work
The charity Olivia Inspires is helping children "achieve their dreams".
Councils' Libor legal action against Barclays bank thrown out
Eight councils sued the bank to cancel long term loans they took out between 2006 and 2008.
Covid-19: What have lockdowns and restrictions meant for musicians?
Music in a pandemic: Guerrilla gigs, song-writing compulsions and learning an Elizabethan guitar.
Coronavirus levels 'burning quite hot' in some of UK
Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.
'Vaccine passports': Will I need one for going out, work and travel?
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Covid-19 in the UK: How many coronavirus cases are there in your area?
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
Coronavirus: How the UK dealt with its first Covid case
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.
Inside a domestic violence call centre
Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.
Northumberland woman 'dip a day' in North Sea for Samaritans
Clare Jones set herself a Dip a Day challenge for a charity that helped her following a brain injury.
Chester-le-Street parade celebrates grandma's 100th birthday
Grant Findley created a community event to celebrate his grandma's 100th birthday.
Northumberland rescuers battle through snow in seven-hour call-out
Rescue teams battle through 1.5 miles (2.5km) of snow to get to a patient in rural Northumberland.
County Durham hedgehog rescue centre appeals for foster carers
"We've been really lucky that we've been able to foster hedgehogs and it's been such a joy."
Newcastle United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Premiership: Newcastle Falcons v Harlequins (Sat)
Team news as Newcastle Falcons host Harlequins in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (15:00 GMT).
Sunderland 2-0 Fleetwood Town
Sunderland move fifth after claiming a third straight League One win for the first time this season with victory over Fleetwood.
Covid-hit Champions Cup and Challenge Cup change format
The Champions and Challenge Cups will resume in April with a knockout round of 16, after the final two rounds of pool matches in January were cancelled.

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.