North East

Use of iconic Transporter Bridge to be reviewed after £7m cost revealed

By Alex Metcalfe LDRS Cars crossing the Tees on the Transporter Bridge could be a thing of the past if council chiefs opt for a...

North East residents say its hard to stick to social distancing rules

By Herbert Soden LDRS Struggling residents have been thanked for their efforts in bringing down the rate of coronavirus infections as almost half admitted they...

Teesside likely to remain in the top tier of restrictions

By Alex Metcalfe LDRS A top health official says Teesside will probably remain in the top tier of covid restrictions in the run-up to Christmas. The...

First North East and North Cumbria NHS Patient Receives Covid-19 Vaccination

An 87-year-old retired race relations expert from Newcastle has helped make medical history today when he did his “duty” and became one of the...

Over 6,000 residents call for help in Gateshead

By Herbert Soden LDRS More than 6,000 struggling Gateshead residents asked for help during the coronavirus crisis. A report heard by Gateshead Council’s communities and place...

First covid jab administered on Teesside

By Alex Metcalfe LDRS Health chiefs have hailed a “momentous day” as the first covid vaccine was administered on Teesside this morning. The first jab was...

Sunderland’s Brexit fuel, medicine and protest fears

By James Harrison LDRS Shortages of food, fuel and vital medicines, as well as social unrest and protests, are among the potential Brexit risks city...

Newcastle Council budget cut but tax rises

By Daniel Holland LDRS Council bosses in Newcastle have announced £40 million worth of budget cuts at the Civic Centre up to 2023. The severe spending...

16,000 flu vaccines available for most Vulnerable in Durham

 People with breathing conditions are being urged to take up their free flu vaccine offer to protect themselves and help reduce pressure on the...

Council tax rise in Sunderland to help combat Covid-19

By James Harrison LDRS Struggling families in Sunderland could be forced to find an extra £50, or more, to settle council tax bills next year. Long...

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