Newcastle and Tyne News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Carter Cookson 'has three days to find new heart'
Doctors say Carter Cookson, who is on life support, needs an organ transplant within 72 hours.
Dipton opencast mine: Government to review planning permission
Banks Mining was given permission to extract 500,000-tonnes of coal from Pont Valley in April.
Ant McPartlin returning to work with Dec
Ant and Dec will be reunited at auditions for Britain's Got Talent at the London Palladium.
Spine Race: Jasmin Paris becomes first female winner of 268-mile ultra marathon
Ultra runner Jasmin Paris becomes the first female winner of the 268-mile Spine Race, smashing the course record by 12 hours.
Man held at Southwick Police Station dies days later
The Independent Office for Police Conduct has been asked to investigate the case.
Joan Hoggett death: Teenager admits killing shop worker in Sunderland
Joan Hoggett was stabbed while working late at a shop in Sunderland in September.
Man jailed for assaulting police officers in Oadby
Aaron Naylor assaulted two police officers as they responded to an emergency call by his ex-partner.
Sunderland City Council hit by 400,000 spam emails in one week
Hackers have also tried to gain access to accounts by using phishing emails.
Carter Cookson: Parents trying to find a heart for their son
A candlelit vigil is held for baby Carter Cookson, who desperately needs a new heart.
Sunderland Royal Hospital shoes bring back memories
A project at Sunderland Royal Hospital uses shoes to help patients with dementia.
Newcastle University students appeal for donations of underwear
The It Happens Here society wants to educate students about sexual consent.
?Was my dad a paedophile??
Lesley's father was targeted by "paedophile hunters", and took his own life only days later.
Blackburn 2-4 Newcastle: Rafael Benitez's side win after extra time in FA Cup third-round replay
Newcastle score two goals in extra time to beat Championship side Blackburn in their FA Cup third-round replay at Ewood Park.
Sinoti Sinoti: Samoa wing extends Newcastle Falcons deal
Samoa winger Sinoti Sinoti extends his contract with Newcastle Falcons beyond the 2018-19 season, on undisclosed terms.
'Minor Counties' to become the National Counties Cricket Association from 2020
Minor Counties cricket is to change its name after 124 years to the rebranded National Counties Cricket Association in 2020.

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.