David Causier, 55, appeared at Teesside Crown Court to enter pleas to two charges, which are alleged to have taken place in January last year

NHS healthcare workers who played the classic computer game as part of their treatment experienced 10 times fewer trauma flashbacks, researchers said

Here are more details about who can apply for a saving scheme that can give benefit claimants a cash bonus of up to £1,200

There are five categories of people who automatically qualify for complimentary NHS dental care - here are more details

“They have consistently denied the allegations. We have seen no evidence to support the charge of espionage.”

Lindsey Allison has paid tribute to her son six years after his death as she wishes the man sentenced for his killing 'karma' for 'shattering' her heart

The ex-bank on Park View could be given a new lease of life as a new corner shop.

The site of the old Hexham House tower block is among a list of priority areas earmarked for building, under plans for 15,000 new homes across Newcastle by 2036

Ojars Lubiks, who smelled strongly of the class B drug, was on-route to get his grandson from school when he was pulled over by police

The new facility, named 'House of Pickleball', has been given the go-ahead after the founders secured a 'change of use to allow indoor sport and recreation'

The Native Skate Store is relaunching a commemorative design this weekend remembering the defunct Five Bridges skate park, beneath the Gateshead Flyover

Joanne Tweedy allegedly took a total of £16,591 from three suspected victims between 2018 and 2024

The Magpies chalked up a 5-0 scoreline before half-time with Anthony Gordon grabbing four goals

John Wallace says the young thugs that attack his home daily may be following adult's orders

Tunstall Hope Road was closed to traffic on Wednesday, February 4, for the large-scale litter pick, due to a 'significant increase' in roadside waste

Gateshead Council's budget looms with several proposed measures including council tax rises, multi-million pound cuts, and new exemptions.

Chemists under 'cliff edge' pressure amid call for funding boost

Armed police officers attended the scene and a section of the road was taped off

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

The opposition parties came in behind the Tories after a series of amendments were accepted

Police received a report of a serious assault inside an address on Hastings Street in Hendon

There was a large police presence with around six police cars and two police vans on the street

Gateshead Council has announced what it has called "one of the largest commitment to council housing in Gateshead in recent years".

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

The victim's wrists and ankles were bound with cable ties and gaffer tape was put over his eyes and mouth