South Shields residents will not be surprised to learn that the dismal conditions this year have done little to dissuade people from visiting this eatery

Two new departments opened at the Gateshead Health NHS Trust last week.

South Shields residents will not be surprised to learn that the dismal conditions this year have done little to dissuade people from visiting this eatery

Armed police units were called to Newbiggin-by-the-Sea following a call in 'good faith' that a man had been seen carrying a sword

Diane Jones died after being struck by a Volvo XC90 on Saturday night

With the last two months effectively drowning the country, many are asking when the warm weather will return

North East Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL) and Keep Active CIC were chosen by Big Issue readers to appear on the list celebrating people who do good in their communities

Walker, Elswick, Byker, and Benwell are all poised to benefit from funding allocated to Newcastle through the Government's Pride in Place programme

There is a 'sweet spot' and you could already be doing this

Police officers holding guns can be seen on Windsor Road, in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea responding to an ongoing incident

Food expert Ioannis Zabetakis has explained the four fdoods and drinks you should get more of to bost heart health

The tragic discovery was made near Beadnell in August

This follows a yellow weather warning for snow and ice from the Met Office that just ended

Much-loved teenager Mylo Capilla, who had previously battled cancer, was recovered from the River Tees following an extensive search

Radical Balearic Islands proposals could impose restrictions in wake of locals' concerns

The transport provider says that the change will make it 'easier and free' for customers to make a report of an issue on the Metro system

A pencil sketch of Spittal Beach, drawn in 1960, will go on display at the Storehouse in Berwick as part of the Lowry in Berwick exhibition

Shopping experts reveal cordless lighting options perfect for homes with limited plug sockets, with prices starting from just £28 (Contains affiliate links)

A YouTuber will represent the UK in the competition

Thousands take statins to lower cholesterol, but a pharmacist has warned the time of day you take them could matter

A care company has requested permission to construct a new residential facility for children in need of specialist care.

The process to find the council's new director of resource has officially been launched.

The Bailiffgate Museum in Alnwick has received £75,000 towards the cost of restoring Northumberland Hall in Alnwick Marketplace

The study found that an increase in winter rainfall over 122 years is driven by rising temperatures from human-made global warming rather than changes in weather patterns

After trying everything from vinegar to wire brushes, one simple kitchen ingredient proved more effective than anything else at killing weeds on block paving - and stopping them coming back (Contains affiliate links)

The machine left me staggered at how much hidden dog hair it extracts from the carpets (Contains affiliate links)

With this Ninja machine, you can make espresso, cold brew and filter coffee at home - and it 'does the job perfectly' (Contains affiliate links)

Victoria Beckham and Cheryl Tweedy are among the celebrity fans of an ingredient said to support weight loss and gut health that costs as little as 45p a day (Contains affiliate links)

Douglas Clayton was only seven years into his sentence when died of bronchopneumonia

Michael Barclay, 31, was jailed for affray at Durham Crown Court

Tails & Tales runs until October and is said to 'bring well-known sayings to life through a series of whimsical characters'

Jack Maguire, 19, posted on Facebook that he wanted to take a dog on a walk in Northumberland as he missed his cockapoo Ollie

Dinsdale Spa Golf Club, in Darlington, will close in the coming weeks following a 116-year history

North Tyneside Council has been ordered to pay a family £5,900 after the local authority did not provide specialist technology for a child to learn at home

Mark Oliver admitted robbery and he also stole a bike which was being used to raise money for disabled children

An anonymous philanthropist has donated £1m to the Wildlife Trusts' £30m appeal, and the Monday Charitable Trust has donated a further £500,000

Charity support helped Beatrix Adamson-Archbold and her family throughout her time in hospital and beyond.

Geoff Marston supported his old consultant's Bridging Stroke exhibition.

Stuart Hansen, of South Shields, subjected the two women to controlling and violent behaviour which has had a significant impact on them

Three Grade II properties in Sunderland city centre are set to be turned into houses of multiple occupation

Former Newcastle United academy player Michael Newberry, who played for Linfield FC, sadly died on his 27th birthday

There have been pleas for more leisure spending in the town for decades

The leader of the council has accused opponents of being overly critical of council staff

Rebecca Kew, known as Bex, was grabbed by the throat by her then-partner Liam Herron leaving her struggling to breathe

It has just been announced that a popular North East restaurant will shut down at the end of next month

The Department of Health and Social Care has launched a national campaign to encourage people to turn to vaccination

A singer from Hexham made a surprise star turn as part of the Sunday for Sammy 2026 line-up in Newcastle

A town on the North East coast features among the picks for the most underrated places in the UK in 2026

Police continue to investigate a shooting at a house in Newton Hall which sparked a huge police response

Sit Down legends James are heading to to Newcastle later this year on their Love Is The Answer tour (Contains affiliate links)