North East

Former Hartlepool councillor fails to get May 2021 election result declared void

A former Hartlepool councillor has failed in his High Court attempt to have the result of the May 2021 election for Fens and Greatham...

Middlesbrough community discount store granted alcohol licence but prevented from selling high-strength products.

A discount food store in the Longlands area of Middlesbrough has been given a licence for alcohol but can’t sell high-strength lagers and ciders. Dart...

Levelling Up Secretary offers greater decision-making powers to Durham County Council

The Government released the latest on its levelling up plan on Wednesday announcing one key decision involving the North-East on devolution. The white paper plans...

Expert gives nine budgeting tips to help with rising bills and living costs

Living is set to get more expensive for most of us which is why it is important to get a handle on your finances. The...

Durham Police Campaign hopes to wipe out hate crime in the County

The Hate Hurts Campaign is continuing to spread its vital zero tolerance message across both Durham and Darlington. The aim of the scheme is to...

Mayoral boost for the TV and film industry on Teesside

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has pledged a £4.5m cash injection to help the region’s TV and film industry following BBC support to help...

Plan B Covid restrictions are lifted from Today

Plan B restrictions have been lifted across England today marking a major step forward in the fight against covid. This means it’s not now compulsory...

University of Sunderland breaking new ground in tackling inequality

The University of Sunderland is leading the way in a nationwide scheme aiming to tackle persistent inequalities for minority ethnic students. It hopes to break...

Married father found guilty of assaulting a teenage girl to be sentenced in February

A married dad intoxicated on the prescription drug Zopiclone has been found guilty of assaulting a teenager on a train. Arshad Urfan, 43, formerly of...

Fenham sex predator behind bars following police sting

A Fenham taxi driver has been jailed for 18 months at Newcastle Crown Court for a child sex offence. Mohammed Miah, of Hadrian Road on...

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