Newcastle and Tyne News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Esther Dingley: Partner says police 'looking at non-accident options'
Missing walker's partner says the "prevailing opinion" among police is she is not in the mountains.
New £25m hospital to replace Berwick Infirmary
Planners give the go-ahead for the £25m facility "fit to deliver 21st Century healthcare".
County Durham community united with 'Wednesday wave'
A community comes together to raise a smile for older residents who may feel isolated.
Covid brainwave: 'I turned my office into a cyclists' cafe'
Three stories of people working in hospitality who have set up new businesses during Covid-19.
Gateshead shop worker recalls attack after face mask challenge
Shop worker Ian Robson was left scared after being punched by a man, who has never been caught.
Aston Villa v Newcastle: Premier League match off because of Covid-19 cases
Newcastle's game at Aston Villa on Friday is postponed following a significant increase in Covid-19 cases at the Magpies' training ground.
Plans for '4,000-job Durham business park' approved
Durham County Council said the new business park would create at least 4,000 jobs.
Sports Personality of the Year: Contenders revealed for 2020 BBC award
A shortlist of six contenders is announced for the 2020 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
Furrowfield teachers to strike over 'management bullying'
Gateshead Council said it was "disappointed" at the strike at Furrowfield School.
Lake District charity Calvert Trust warns of financial woes
The Calvert Trust offers outdoor experiences to people with physical and learning difficulties.
Why is my area in a higher tier?
The government's new approach to determining tiers bundles together low- and high-rate local authorities.
Covid: What are the new tiers and lockdown rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
England will move to a tougher version of tiered coronavirus restrictions when lockdown ends on Wednesday.
Christmas Covid rules: Who are you allowed to see?
Restrictions will be temporarily eased around the UK, but there are still rules about what you can do.
Covid vaccines: Who decides if they are safe?
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines.
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.
Hays Travel: Hundreds gather in Sunderland for John Hays' funeral
Hundreds of people line the streets of Sunderland to pay their respects to John Hays.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge: The day the 'blinking eye' arrived
On this day 20 years ago, one of the North East's best-known bridges was lifted into place.
Consett helps vandalised Glenroyd House food bank
The community comes together after a food bank was vandalised.
Newcastle project supports young people through pandemic
The garden and allotment project is helping young people deal with the pandemic.
'Clumsy' burglar trips over in Houghton-le-Spring
A man is branded 'clumsy' by Northumbria Police after he was caught tripping over on CCTV.
Sunderland 1-1 Burton Albion
Managerless Sunderland leave it late as Max Power's header secures a 1-1 draw with Burton at the Stadium of Light.
Newcastle training ground remains closed on Tuesday after coronavirus outbreak
Newcastle United's training ground remains closed on Tuesday as the club deal with an outbreak of coronavirus.
Catalans Dragons: Assistant coach Eamon O'Carroll joins Newcastle Thunder
Catalans assistant coach Eamon O'Carroll leaves to join League One club Newcastle Thunder as head coach.
Phil Parkinson: Sunderland 'part company' with manager after 13 months in charge
Sunderland "part company" with manager Phil Parkinson after 13 months in charge of the League One club.
Crystal Palace 0-2 Newcastle United: Callum Wilson and Joelinton score late
Callum Wilson and Joelinton score in the final two minutes as Newcastle United beat Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

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.