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Kane Hutchison leaves Gateshead Magistrates Court in 2014

Gateshead's Kane Hutchison jailed again for possessing indecent images of children after changing his name The former football coach was nicknamed the 'Beast of Bensham' after his 2015 conviction

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Blyth mum strangled and punched by her baby's dad in frightening attack

Michael Nixon, of Blyth, has been jailed for strangling and assaulting his then-partner at her home

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Nine tonnes of bird poo removed from Tyne Bridge during restoration works

Council bosses say that a huge mass of pigeon muck, equivalent to the weight of three Land Rover Defenders, has been already cleaned off the Tyne Bridge since April

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Moment gunman opened fire with lethal weapon towards ex in West Denton

Nathaniel Mackay has been jailed for more than 11 years after shooting towards his ex, with the bullet smashing through the window of a family home in West Denton

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Newcastle United transfer news LIVE as £21m Juventus star linked, Minteh's preference

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Latest Newcastle United transfer news as Magpies head coach Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad in key areas in the summer window

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Hundreds of fans celebrate England reaching the next round of Euro 2024 at Newcastle fan zone

Newcastle City Centre

Fans watched England take on Slovenia in their final group game at the Central Park fan zone in Time Square

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Rudy's Pizza Napoletana could be coming to Newcastle as Grey Street plans emerge

Newcastle City Centre

Rudy's opened its first North East restaurant in Durham last year and new plans have now revealed that the celebrated chain is eyeing up a prime spot in Newcastle city centre

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Leisure firm to launch underground gaming centre in Newcastle city centre building

Newcastle City Centre

A licence application shows how the bowling business has picked the prime plot to be its third location in the city

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Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service warns of 'increased risk' of wildfires due to warm dry weather

There have been a number of devastating fires in the county in recent years

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Police spend more than six hours engaging with man in ongoing rooftop standoff in Hebburn

The man reportedly climbed on top of the property at around 11.15am and has still not come down

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Happy Days legend Henry Winkler visits Northumberland deli after 'great food' tip-off

Henry Winkler, known the world over for playing Fonzie in Happy Days, was in Alnwick on Tuesday morning

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I turned DNA detective and found my real dad

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Newcastle United FC Transfer News FFP has turned the transfer market into a lottery where jugglers run the circus The transfers wheels are spinning but Newcastle United are yet to make their first major breakthrough

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Charity CHUF Toddle in Newcastle to include Family Fun Day with fairground rides and face-painting

Freeman Hospital Newcastle

As hundreds of children prepare to step out in aid of charity, the Children's Heart Unit Fund event on Sunday will be accompanied by a day of entertainment

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Blyth mum strangled and punched by her baby's dad in frightening attack

Michael Nixon, of Blyth, has been jailed for strangling and assaulting his then-partner at her home

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See drone footage of magnificent Spanish Galleon in Newcastle

Quayside Newcastle

Video and images capture The Galeon Andalucía which has sailed from Blyth to Newcastle on its tour of UK ports where it will be welcoming explorers abroad until July 7

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Rooftop stand-off LIVE: Police engaging with man on roof of property in Hebburn, South Tyneside

A man has climbed on top of a house on Coniston Avenue

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England v Slovenia LIVE: Football fans out in force for last Three Lions group game

England Football Team

Gareth Southgate's England side will play their final group game of the Euro 2024 tournament in Germany this evening

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West Denton gunman opened fire towards ex girlfriend after blaming her for his big casino loss

Newcastle Crown Court

Nathaniel Mackay, of West Denton, fired a semi-automatic handgun towards a woman he had just split up from, sending a bullet flying over her head and into the living room of a nearby house

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The Hoppings A whirl through The Hoppings history as we celebrate return of a Newcastle tradition

With The Hoppings back on the Town for its 10-day run, here's a reminder of how different it looked back in the days before adrenaline-fuelled high-flying rides, live music and range of street food outlets

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'I tried Shark's new fan and it's the perfect heatwave saviour - and on sale'

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Search for missing Jay Slater in Tenerife finds a different missing person

Police hunting for missing teen Jay Slater in Tenerife have found a different missing Brit who had become "tired and disoriented" after finding himself in a difficult location

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Vera ITV cast and crew in Northumberland as village's name changed and urgent casting call made

Vera filming switched location on Tuesday as the cast and crew of the ITV drama arrived in Glanton, Northumberland

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Police search launched for missing 17-year-old boy last seen in Blyth and wearing 'heavy gold chain'

Officers are appealing for the public’s help to locate missing Carl Mardghum

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Gateshead’s Central Bar - a survivor of 33 pubs said to have once lined the High Street

Our then-and-now photographs show the Central Bar on Half Moon Lane, Gateshead, in 1978 and 2024

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Amazon £25 paddling pool for kids and adults proves a hit as one buyer says it's 'best we’ve had'

A number of Amazon customers have given the 2.6M paddling pool good reviews, with one describing it as 'a winner' - here's how to get one for yourself

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Three arrests after large cannabis farm discovered at premises in County Durham village

Police discovered 400 plants which will be destroyed

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Kate Middleton's go-to designer pearl earrings now on sale saving fans £63

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Tragedy as man who was found dead in Gateshead had been due to meet grandson for first time

The delivery driver's daughter has told how she had only recently rekindled her relationship with her dad before he was found stabbed to death in Gateshead

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Newcastle United make £87million signal of intent as Eddie Howe remains calm in transfer window

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The Magpies pulled out of a bid for Dominic Calvert-Lewin but Eddie Howe is not daunted by what lies ahead

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How to solve the housing crisis - voters in Blyth have their say

Election reporter Adam Foster speaks to residents of Blyth about the issues that matter to them with the General Election just over a week away

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The Hoppings 21 pictures of The Hoppings thrillseekers braving white knuckle rides at Town Moor The Hoppings 2024 is home to plenty of white knuckle rides at the Town Moor including the new XXL attraction

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Safety warnings for wild swimmers in Northumberland as weather gets warmer

The fire service has warned the public about the dangers of cold water shock and entanglement

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Durham woman celebrates 75th wedding anniversary as couple reach combined age of 200

Rita Bradbury is known to the staff in her care home as 'The Queen' and turned 100 in May

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Ashington knifeman stabbed friend in neck just four days after being released from of prison

Dean Morris, of Ashington, had only been out of prison for four days when he stabbed his friend three times while a guest at his home in Newcastle

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Man in his 40s remains in critical condition in hospital after house explosion in County Durham

The property in Willington, near Crook, exploded at around 1.30am on Monday morning

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Formica workers in North Shields to stage second day of walk-outs over pay dispute

Workers on the laminate firm's production line rejected a 3.25% pay rise offer in recent months

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Council approve new consultation on plans to close Felling primary school

Following an earlier consultation this year, council chiefs have signed off on a new consultation to explore closing Colegate Community Primary School

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The Hoppings The Hoppings on Newcastle's Town Moor are back: 10 archive photographs from 1955 to 1990

The Hoppings began life 142 years ago as the Newcastle Temperance Festival, inspired by the crusading Victorian movement of the same name

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Northumbrian Water launch 'smart sewers' with aim of reducing storm overflow spills

Northumbrian Water

The new project will use AI analytics and sensors and is a UK first

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German Shepherd dog dies and man fighting for life after County Durham house explosion

Emergency services descended on Coronation Terrace in Willington in the early hours of Monday

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Defender price tag set at £42m after Newcastle United links with AC Milan star

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United would have to pay top dollar to land AC Milan star after San Siro giants crank up fee

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Northumbria Police’s new Missing Persons Team find over 1,400 vulnerable people within four months

Northumbria Police

Northumbria Police’s Missing Persons Team was set up four months ago – with the team working closely with response officers

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Sunshine Run 5k sees hundreds turn the Quayside yellow for charity run's 21st birthday

The Newcastle Quayside was glowing on Wednesday evening as the Chronicle Sunshine Fund staged its annual fundraising road race

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Newcastle transfers state of play: £43m Argentinian offered as Magpies braced for cheeky Bruno bids

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United hoped they'd seen the last of the Bruno saga but despite the lack of clause interested clubs may still try their luck

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37 pictures of people enjoying The Hoppings in Newcastle in the blistering sunshine

The hot weather didn't put people off the rides at Europe's largest travelling funfair

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Newcastle United's lucrative deal 'priority' to boost transfer power as FFP window to reset

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United secured a new front of shirt sponsor in Sela last summer and the Magpies have the freedom to bring in a training kit sponsor to further boost revenues

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Teachers to be gunged at colour walk to raise money for Wallsend seven-year-old with rare genetic condition's foundation

Ellis Lake was diagnosed with metachromatic leukodystrophy in 2022 and his family have set up a charity to donate hygiene packs to other parents with sick children

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Newcastle rivals' £74.5m exchange highlights FFP reward that encouraged Chelsea and Aston Villa

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United could end up selling Yankuba Minteh if the Magpies' asking price is met on the continent but the Magpies' rivals have been trading youngsters closer to home

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Well-known Newcastle University halls will be torn down ahead of £250m redevelopment

Newcastle University

Proposals to demolish Newcastle University’s Castle Leazes accommodation blocks have been officially signed off by Newcastle City Council planners

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Newcastle United FC Transfer News Newcastle should target £20m FFP boost as Nico Williams transfer alternative The Magpies are known to be in the market to sign a new right-winger and a move for Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams has been heavily touted in recent days

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What next for Yankuba Minteh after talks with Everton and Newcastle United collapsed

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The teenage winger was interested in a switch to the Toffees but shortly after a deal for Dominic Calvert-Lewin broke down, Minteh's chances of joining Everton were also dented

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Spain beaches bring in new 'shower' rules due to drought as tourists prepare for summer holidays

Showers have been removed from beaches in some coastal areas as the country deals with drought problems

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Newcastle United walk away from Dominic Calvert-Lewin deal and Yankuba Minteh to Everton talks OFF

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United have opted against a move for 27-year-old striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin

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Newcastle election candidate speaks out over 'hate-filled personal attacks'

General election

Independent candidate Habib Rahman has condemned a number of 'vicious' comments and messages after he expressed support for Newcastle's LGBT+ community

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Vera's Brenda Blethyn films in Glanton as village pub holds 'clue' to ITV plot

Brenda Blethyn joined her Vera co-star David Leon to shoot scenes in the Northumberland village of Glanton on Tuesday

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Eight-year-old North Tyneside wildlife campaigner joins London protest urging Government to act on climate change

Seren Studholme was one of approximately 60,000 protesters who took part in the Restore Nature Now march in the capital on Saturday

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Newcastle City Centre Then and Now: Newcastle's Grainger Street in 1912 and the same location today

We step back to the Newcastle of 112 years ago and a street that was home to one of Tyneside's most famous retailers

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'It feels like it’s on life support' - Tynemouth voters stress the importance of the NHS in the upcoming election

Election reporter Adam Foster speaks to residents of Tynemouth about the issues that matter to them with the General Election just over a week away

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I tried The Hoppings street food that's had people queuing up at the Town Moor

Acropolis Greek street food has been making quite the sensation at The Hoppings this year on Newcastle's Town Moor

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North East icon MC Tazo drops new England anthem for Euro 2024 sampling 90s classic

England Football Team

North East star MC Tazo has released a new England anthem for Euro 2024 which samples a dance classic from the 90s

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Marks and Spencer's new £40 wrap dress earns rave reviews for its flattering fit and style

Marks & Spencer

The Pure Cotton Round Neck Midi Wrap Dress from Marks and Spencer has received rave reviews from shoppers. It's described as 'elegantly understated' and 'flattering'

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Newcastle Central Station and Neville Street in the 1950s - and the same view today

Newcastle Central Station

The main transport gateway to Newcastle city centre, the magnificent Central Station, was opened in 1850 by Queen Victoria

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'I thought stitch in my side would just go away - then I got a terrifying diagnosis'

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Michael Parry was left 'putting his affairs in order' after discovering he was suffering from a hard-to-treat cancer which kills three out of four sufferers within a year

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Sick paedophile 'deviant dude' snared by undercover cop trying to communicate with 13-year-old girl

Newcastle Crown Court

Andrew Ingram has been sentenced to 32 months in prison at Newcastle Crown Court

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RNLI issues safety warning urging beach-goers to follow their advice during hot weather

With temperatures hitting 25 degrees in the North East later this week, the region's coastlines are set to get extremely busy

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Four North Tyneside schools facing £11.5m deficits as council chiefs look at 'efficiencies and saving' opportunities

Four schools in North Tyneside have made up the 88% of the total school deficit position this year.

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Gateshead thug jailed for attacking man with plank of wood in the street following dispute

The 25-year-old was jailed for 18 weeks after admitting a public order offence and driving while disqualified

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Mum's grief for son killed in Newcastle pub attack while celebrating her 60th birthday

Trevor Reid died after being punched by Michael Johnson at the Gosforth Hotel

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European Championship Fans at Newcastle's city centre Euro 2024 fanzone enjoy the party despite England's draw against Denmark Can you spot yourself in our Euro 2024 fanzone gallery?

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Eddie Howe's desired transfer plan clear as Newcastle United look to repeat previous success

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United are pursuing a number of targets as Eddie Howe looks to make shrewd, smart buys at the start of the summer market

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North Tyneside Council approves £30 garden waste collection charge - see how it compares to others in North East

The new charge is set to bring in £660,000 for the local authority as it seeks to plug a financial black hole of £19m.

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Man seriously injured following early hours home explosion in County Durham

Emergency services descended on Coronation Terrace in Willington in the early hours of Monday following an explosion

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Woodie the County Durham fire dog's latest England prediction ahead of last Euro2024 group game

Woodie the fire dog is back to give his prediction on the outcome of tomorrow's match against Slovenia

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Tributes following the death of long-serving Gateshead councillor Bob Goldsworthy

Gateshead Council

The 67-year-old had served the Bridges ward since being elected onto Gateshead Council in 2007

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Hunt for hit-and-run biker that left boy, 3, with broken arm in Fenham continues

The youngster was struck as he crossed the road in Fenham on Thursday night

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Newcastle United FC Look back at Newcastle United's 2023-24 season at St James' Park in epic fan photos

Relive some of the biggest moments for the magpies before the 2024-25 Premier League season begins this August

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Missing Jay Slater search LIVE: GoFundMe page set up amid search for British teen reaches £30k target

Spanish search and rescue teams have once again gathered in Tenerife to hunt for the missing teen

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Match of the Day's Alan Shearer left 'bored' on BBC show as he delivers brutal verdict

Alan Shearer was back in Match of the Day action for Euro 2024 on Monday as the BBC aired Croatia v Italy

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County Durham house explosion LIVE: Street cordoned off after home destroyed

Engineers from Northern Gas Networks (NGN) are on site in Willington, Crook following an incident at a property

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Newcastle United count down to Bruno £100m 'clause window' calmly despite late Al-Nassr link

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United fans are desperate to see Bruno Guimaraes in black and white next season again

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Northumberland Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service warns of 'increased risk' of wildfires due to warm dry weather

There have been a number of devastating fires in the county in recent years

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Gateshead's Kane Hutchison jailed again for possessing indecent images of children after changing his name

The former football coach was nicknamed the 'Beast of Bensham' after his 2015 conviction

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Traffic and Travel live updates: Latest on North East roads, trains, Metros and buses

Traffic & Travel

Follow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region

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Rudy's Pizza Napoletana could be coming to Newcastle as Grey Street plans emerge

Newcastle City Centre

Rudy's opened its first North East restaurant in Durham last year and new plans have now revealed that the celebrated chain is eyeing up a prime spot in Newcastle city centre

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Gateshead paedophile who changed his name to evade capture jailed in Greater Manchester

Mason Maxwell, 34, who changed his name from Kane Hutchinson and originally from Gateshead, has been jailed for three years after being found guilty of a string of sex offences against children

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Newcastle United

Newcastle United FC Mikel Merino doesn't hold back on Newcastle United after homesick transfer truth

Mikel Merino spent just one season at Newcastle United

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Newcastle United's 'clever business' as inevitable departure edges ever closer

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe knows that he must box clever in the remainder of the summer transfer window

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Newcastle's transfer 'emphasis' even after 'impossible' Sandro Tonali claim

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United do not just want players who improve the squad and fit the club's playing style but characters who will slot into a tight-knit dressing room

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Newcastle United could offer iconic shirt number to new signings if big transfer decision made

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The Magpies are looking to wheel and deal in the summer transfer market which could mean some big shirt numbers becoming available

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FFP has turned the transfer market into a lottery where jugglers run the circus

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The transfers wheels are spinning but Newcastle United are yet to make their first major breakthrough

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Sunderland AFC

Sunderland AFC New Sunderland signing can't wait to work with 'absolutely fantastic' Black Cats talent

The new Black Cats goalkeeper has admired Anthony Patterson from afar

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Forget reputation, Regis Le Bris will be judged on one thing alone at Sunderland

New Black Cats boss Regis Le Bris has a reputation for developing young talent but needs time to build at the Stadium of Light

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Unorthodox tactics and reasons behind Lorient relegation: Sunderland's Regis Le Bris unpacked

The Black Cats finally have their new head coach but with very little known about Regis Le Bris, just what can Sunderland fans expect?

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Sunderland new head coach Régis Le Bris sets out ambitions with 'culture' claim

Sunderland have appointed former FC Lorient boss Régis Le Bris as their new head coach

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Sunderland closing in on head coach appointment with wait almost over

The Black Cats are reportedly close to a deal for French manager Regis Le Bris

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Sport

Newcastle United FC Mikel Merino doesn't hold back on Newcastle United after homesick transfer truth

Mikel Merino spent just one season at Newcastle United

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Newcastle United's 'clever business' as inevitable departure edges ever closer

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe knows that he must box clever in the remainder of the summer transfer window

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Newcastle's transfer 'emphasis' even after 'impossible' Sandro Tonali claim

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United do not just want players who improve the squad and fit the club's playing style but characters who will slot into a tight-knit dressing room

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Newcastle United could offer iconic shirt number to new signings if big transfer decision made

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The Magpies are looking to wheel and deal in the summer transfer market which could mean some big shirt numbers becoming available

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England v Slovenia LIVE: Football fans out in force for last Three Lions group game

England Football Team

Gareth Southgate's England side will play their final group game of the Euro 2024 tournament in Germany this evening

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UK & World News

NHS NHS expecting 'major disruption' due to heatwave and junior doctors' strike, health bosses warn

The junior doctors' strike starts at 9am on June 27 and ends on July 2, just two days before voters go to the polls in the General Election

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Jay Slater: Former British detective outlines key focus in search for missing teen in Tenerife

Mark Williams-Thomas, who has probed a number of high-profile missing persons cases, was seen outside the holiday rental in Tenerife where the 19 year old apprentice bricklayer was last seen

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EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning Lottery numbers for Tuesday, June 25

The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday, June 25 - live breaking updates below

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Man who helped with Nicola Bulley search arrives in Tenerife to help find Jay Slater

Mark Williams-Thomas, who has previously worked on the disappearance of 21 year old Nicola Bulley, has offered his services to the family of missing 19 year old Jay Slater

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Expert issues tax warning to unmarried couples living together

Cohabiting couples face a very different tax landscape to those who are married - but there are ways to legally reduce the amount you pay, an expert has revealed

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NHS NHS expecting 'major disruption' due to heatwave and junior doctors' strike, health bosses warn The junior doctors' strike starts at 9am on June 27 and ends on July 2, just two days before voters go to the polls in the General Election

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service warns of 'increased risk' of wildfires due to warm dry weather

There have been a number of devastating fires in the county in recent years

Gateshead's Kane Hutchison jailed again for possessing indecent images of children after changing his name

The former football coach was nicknamed the 'Beast of Bensham' after his 2015 conviction

Jay Slater: Former British detective outlines key focus in search for missing teen in Tenerife

Mark Williams-Thomas, who has probed a number of high-profile missing persons cases, was seen outside the holiday rental in Tenerife where the 19 year old apprentice bricklayer was last seen

Traffic and Travel live updates: Latest on North East roads, trains, Metros and buses

Traffic & Travel

Follow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region

Vera Vera ITV cast and crew in Northumberland as village's name changed and urgent casting call made Vera filming switched location on Tuesday as the cast and crew of the ITV drama arrived in Glanton, Northumberland

Newcastle's transfer 'emphasis' even after 'impossible' Sandro Tonali claim

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

Newcastle United do not just want players who improve the squad and fit the club's playing style but characters who will slot into a tight-knit dressing room

Blyth mum strangled and punched by her baby's dad in frightening attack

Michael Nixon, of Blyth, has been jailed for strangling and assaulting his then-partner at her home

Newcastle United's 'clever business' as inevitable departure edges ever closer

Newcastle United FC

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe knows that he must box clever in the remainder of the summer transfer window

Newcastle United could offer iconic shirt number to new signings if big transfer decision made

Newcastle United FC Transfer News

The Magpies are looking to wheel and deal in the summer transfer market which could mean some big shirt numbers becoming available

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NHS expecting 'major disruption' due to heatwave and junior doctors' strike, health bosses warn

The junior doctors' strike starts at 9am on June 27 and ends on July 2, just two days before voters go to the polls in the General Election

Sainsbury’s issues 'do not eat' warning to shoppers as crisps recalled over allergy risk

Customers who have an allergy to milk are being asked to return these crisps to their nearest Sainsbury’s store for a full refund

Mikel Merino doesn't hold back on Newcastle United after homesick transfer truth

Newcastle United FC

Mikel Merino spent just one season at Newcastle United

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service warns of 'increased risk' of wildfires due to warm dry weather

There have been a number of devastating fires in the county in recent years