National Highways North East has confirmed that 'police investigations are underway' after the crash, before 4.30am on Saturday

David Standley breached a sexual harm prevention order twice before turning himself in to police, saying prison was the only safe place for him

Police and family members are growing concerned over the whereabouts of a Gateshead 17 year old

Millions of people are being dragged into paying more tax

Many common medications are on the list including pregabalin, gabapentin, propranolol, rivaroxaban, tramadol, venlafaxine and warfarin

Here's a list of all the items that were recalled by supermarkets due to health fears during the month of May

Liz Nixon started North Star Sleep Consultancy after being helped by a sleep consultant

Residents in these North East areas who play the national game have won a £1,000 prize

Fay Cottage, in the hamlet of Old Mousen, is being marketed by Bradley Hall, and offers 'character and charm' across two 'spacious' floors

10 photographs recalling when Euro 96 captured the nation’s imagination 30 years ago

These 14 criminals have been dealt with in court, after they helped to put dangerous substances on the region's streets

We spoke to people in Stanley about their experience of a Reform local council after 12 months in power

Newcastle City Council is also considering planning applications for a new business at the Great Park, decarbonisation works in Ouseburn

Charlie Noble sadly died

Durham Road in Birtley could be home to a new block of flats in a repurposed bank, pending council approval

Mandi Murray's died just a day after she flew out on holiday

All of the important details about the Euromillions and Thunderball draws

Bowland Lodge is set to close. It's recent history has been tumultuous

The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's EuroMillions and Thunderball draws

The Law Society findings show there are increasing pressures on the justice system across Newcastle and Northumberland

People could get more money back after an update from Rachel Reeves

Hollie Dance was found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, while her son Thomas Summers was convicted of related charges

Zoe Newman was diagnosed with APL - an aggressive subtype of acute myeloid leukaemia - last month

Gateshead Council's new political leadership was voted through this afternoon following a series of nominations

Gateshead Council has recieved an application for the conversion of a former Bensham pub into a new aparthotel and shopping venue