Most drivers have no idea each tyre has a unique set of numbers that tell you how safe they are

There are huge delays in the Moor Farm Roundabout area with traffic queuing on the A189 Spine Road

The pilot could be heard screaming as she spoke to air traffic control about the situation

John Barker, 69, admitted causing grievous bodily harm after attacking another man in a nightclub

Claremont Road in Newcastle was closed during Sunday in both directions after a burst water main

Historic ceilings manufacturer collapsed into administration in June - but is now set to reopen following a major deal

The parcel delivery company is also taking on around 240 extra staff members to help through the festive period

A TUI flight from Lanzarote to Newcastle Airport transmitted a 7700 'general emergency' squawk code at around 17,900ft shortly before landing safely, flight tracking data suggests

David Beal has been jailed after carrying out a violent attack on a 73-year-old woman

'Stateless' Ali Alkalesh, who was also due to be sentenced for possessing a knife, was finally located in the North East three weeks after failing to show for a court in York

Joanne Harris has dedicated herself to helping people who are struggling, after she lost her sister Rachel just days after Christmas last year

Popular wildlife trail celebrates successful first year at Hauxley Nature Reserve

Forge Cottage has 'stunning' panoramic views

Prolific crook Ian Carr scarpered when he got wind the he might be going to jail for stealing from cars in Gosforth and having a knife

Here are all the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, November 2

Kristie Graham and Natalie Wiley were brought together by tragic circumstances, but have joined forces to create something positive

Chronicle and Journal editor-in-chief joins Prime Minister Andy Burnham in writing about the importance of local journalism in our communities, and highlighting some of the ways we have made a difference

Emmerdale actor Lawrence Robb and his professional partner Jowita Przystal have been eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing

John Healey has promised the benefits bill "will come down under Labour"

Former chancellor Rachel Reeves has backed the Prime Minister's stance on potentially deepening ties with the EU

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is expected to make a statement in the House of Commons about changes to UK immigration rules for legal migrants

The elderly man was reported missing after he had set off on a short walk home and did not arrive

The Black Cats fan was six years old when he passed away in 2017 following a battle with neuroblastoma

A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East

The trial of five men accused of the murder of Daniel Ambler began on October 20