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Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:47:51 +0000North East weather LIVE: Updates as train passengers warned of disruption
A heat health warning has been issued for the North East with the mercury set to rise this week - here are all the latest updates on how the region will be affected
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:44:20 +0000'Incredibly eye-catching' new UK bank account pays 8pc interest
A money expert has praised the new offer
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:41:09 +0000Keir Starmer LIVE: Updates as Andy Burnham could still face challenge for No 10
The Prime Minister announced his resignation during a speech outside 10 Downing Street on Monday morning
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:39:06 +0000A1 Northumberland crash LIVE: Major delays with road closed after serious collision between car and truck
The incident took place in the area between the turn offs the A697 in Morpeth and Acklington, with the closure put in place just before 4.30pm
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:37:16 +0000'It's been a lot to deal with' - Family's heartbreak at dad's stage 4 cancer diagnosis
John Reay, 67, had to deliver the devastating news to his four sons earlier this year, and he is now looking to help others in a similar situation
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:19:31 +0000What Andy Burnham government could mean for your wages, taxes and bills
Andy Burnham is the frontrunner to become Labour leader and Prime Minister following Keir Starmer's resignation. Here's what his fiscal policy could mean for your wages, taxes, energy bills and more.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:14:17 +0000Major PIP eligibility update as DWP issues new rule change statement
Campaign to get a change to rules gets to major threshold as Department for Work and Pensions forced to respond
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:09:08 +0000Andy Burnham to unveil economy plans as Starmer resignation paves way to No 10
If Andy Burnham is the only candidate to receive the support needed to become the next Labour leader, he could become prime minister in mid-July
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:55:00 +0000Update for pensioners 'cashing in' over £60,000 tax trap
The number of pension pots being fully withdrawn has increased
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 03:30:00 +0000British Airways flight cancellation rights and how to claim a refund
If your BA flight is affected, this is what you could be entitled to
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:04:00 +0000Banned Northumberland driver loses licence again after riding petrol scooter while 'drunk'
Michael Bye, who was disqualified in 2023 after being convicted of dangerous driving, failed to provide a breath sample when stopped by police
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:54:00 +0000Newcastle hotel owners progress £200m city centre scheme after 'outstanding' year
'Pre-construction and design optimisation work continues to advance on our flagship development in Newcastle city centre'
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0000Community must 'work together' to prevent further tragedies on River Tyne
A third annual safety event is being held next month after three teenagers died after incidents on the river
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000Brexit vote 10 years on: Was EU referendum a 'disaster' for the North East or 'the best thing'?
The North East was at the centre of the political world as the UK voted to leave the European Union at the historic referendum on June 23, 2016
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:20:00 +0000Wallsend care home rated 'outstanding' by CQC described as 'exceptional service'
Eastside Gardens was inspected for the first time under a new registration in March, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:15:00 +0000Northumberland Grade II listed former Vicarage transformed into 'superb' home for sale at £1.2m
The Old Vicarage and adjoining Stanley Cottage and Coach House were built in 1861 and retain many original features
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:12:00 +0000Tyneside man left ex-partner suffering panic attacks after harassing and bombarding her with calls
Wayne Justice, 44, harassed his ex-partner and breached a restraining order that had been imposed in 2023
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:01:00 +0000Sporting greats line up to back bid to bring Olympics to the North
Sir Brendan Foster, Steve Cram and Dame Laura Kenny are among the former Olympians who are backing plans to bring the Olympics and Paralympics to the North of England in 2040
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:41:43 +000021 photos as last week of service for old Tyne and Wear Metro trains begins
Nexus will operate a class 599 train on both the Yellow and Green lines from 9.30am-5.30am all week, until Friday, June 26
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:33:37 +0000Bristol thunderstorms cause chaos at city airport as house 'set on fire by lightening strike'
Neighbours watched on in horror as fire engulfed the home
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:45:46 +0000Call for parliamentary debate on extending Northumberland Line to the coast
The reopened railway has proved extremely popular with local residents
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:08:00 +0000Winning Set for Life lottery numbers for Monday, June 22
We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw for Monday, June 22
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:03:28 +0000Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, June 22
Tonight's Set For Life could see one player scoop £10,000 every month for 30 years
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:58:16 +0000LNER warns customers not to travel on Wednesday and Thursday amid rare red weather warning
The train operator is also asking travellers to check before they set off across the week, which looks set to bring record temperatures
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:58:08 +0000Police update on Bedford train crash as passengers in critical condition
A major incident was declared on Friday after two trains collided on the line by Elstow in Bedfordshire, with more than 100 people taken to hospital