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Steve Bent with his dog, Marty.

Grandad learns to eat again in time for Christmas after cancer battle

Go North East services are set to resume after workers agree pay deal. Photo: Go North East.

Go North East: Bus strike comes to an end as workers agree pay deal

Northumbria Police backs the campaign every December.

Police begin annual crackdown on Christmas drink and drug driving

Greggs and Fenwick have joined forces to create a "fine dining" experience in Newcastle city centre. Photo: Fenwick.

Fenwick and Greggs team up to bring 'Bistro Greggs' to the North East

Newcastle International Airport. Photo: Other 3rd Party.

Jet2 city breaks from Newcastle International Airport for summer 2025

Police are wanting to speak to the woman following an assault in South Shields.

Police appeal for help to find a woman following an assault in a shop

Tommy Lamb, five, from South Shields has become the unexpected star of John Lewis' Christmas campaign. Photo: Other 3rd Party.

Five-year-old becomes unexpected star of John Lewis Christmas campaign

Kevin Ball has received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Sunderland. Photo: David Wood.

Sunderland AFC legend Kevin Ball receives Honorary Doctorate

Freezing temperatures and a covering of snow over South Tyneside in 2015.

Weather: When the Met Office predicts current cold snap will end

Staff and pupils at Monkton Academy are celebrating winning a national cricket award. Photo: Southern News & Pictures (SNAP).

Monkton Academy in South Shields celebrates winning a national award

Sport

Newcastle United v Man Utd injury news: 19 players out, one doubt

Newcastle United v Man Utd: Both sides have injury concerns to deal with ahead of the clash at St James’ Park.

Millwall boss Joe Edwards

Millwall boss sends strong message to his players ahead of SAFC visit

Man Utd receive injury boost but key player out of NUFC clash

Roberts' honest view on his own performances and SAFC's new forwards

Eddie Howe after Newcastle United's 1-1 draw with PSG.

Newcastle United boss issues VAR warning ahead of Man Utd clash

Newcastle United

Newcastle United beat Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford last month.

Premier League make Newcastle & Man Utd match official appointment

Newcastle United v Manchester United: The match official appointments have been confirmed for Saturday's Premier League tie (8pm kick-off).

Sven Botman is out injured for Newcastle United (Getty Images)

Newcastle United injuries & return dates as duo return v Man Utd

Paris Saint-Germain's French forward #07 Kylian Mbappe (L) and team mates call for a penalty to Polish referee Szymon Marciniak (R) during the UEFA Champions League 1st round, day 5, Group F football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Newcastle United on November 28, 2023 at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Newcastle United issue official complaint after PSG VAR controversy

Longstaff hasn’t featured since football returned after the international break and didn’t even travel to Paris in midweek. There is hope that he will be able to return to action soon, however.

NUFC update on Longstaff & Willock as £17m duo set to return v Man Utd

Sandro Tonali and Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United, react after the team's victory in the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa.(Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

AC Milan icon makes 'shock' claim over Newcastle United star Tonali

Sunderland AFC

Sunderland endured a frustrating night at the Stadium of Light

Huddersfield boss reveals the key to win over Sunderland

Darren Moore has said his side's work out of possession was the key to their win over Sunderland

Eliezer Mayenda made his first start for Sunderland on Wednesday night

Mowbray confirms new injury in honest assessment of striker dilemma

Sunderland midfielder Pierre Ekwah

The selection dilemma facing Mowbray after his midfielder admission

Mowbray's message to inexperienced forward players after Plymouth loss

Yannick Bolasie

Sunderland's Championship rivals sign ex-£25m star on free transfer

Crime

Police are advising the public to take precautions after a number of recent burglaries. (Photo by Northumbria Police)

Man given suspended sentence after leaving ex fearing for her safety

Alex Kesteris Graham

Man caught with explosive after firework went off in house

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates Court

Biker who suffered injuries in a crash is banned from the roads

Police are appealing for anybody who witnessed the crash to come forward. (Photo by Northumbria Police)

Good samaritan glassed in face after comforting attacked woman

The case was dealt with at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Whitburn man placed on sex offenders register after police raid

The scooter has been left damaged

Woman left 'furious' following theft and damage of mobility scooter

What's On

Ray Spencer as Dame Bella and Glen Townsend as Dennis.

Aladdin at The Customs House: Hilarious, adorable and lots of fun

Musical director Susan Jones with Compass A Cappella, who play a Christmas concert in South Shields on December 5, 2023.

Choir wants to sign up the next Pavarotti

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

The Coca-Cola Truck Tour will arrive at Gateshead's Metrocentre this Sunday.

Coca-Cola Truck Tour to head to Metrocentre

Retro

Can you believe it. This Glitterball reminder comes from 17 years ago.

Nine archive photos from favourites Bizz Bar, Chase and Glitterball

Let's dance back to 2006 and 2007 with this nightlife retro.

12 photos of children on their first days at school in 2006

Youngsters from Nurserytime at South Shields war memorial.

Nursery youngsters learn Remembrance Day lessons

11 pictures of children on their first days at South Tyneside schools

Right back to 1965 for this view of The Kelly.

Nine retro photos of classic South Tyneside pubs from Hebburn's past

Health

This three-cot bay will be able to care for five babies under the plans for Sunderland Royal Hospital's Neonatal Unit.

Investment of £900,000 will help families of neonatal babies

Chief Executive Jonathan Tew, Leader Cllr Tracey Dixon, Director of Public Health, Tom Hall, Cllr Ruth Berkley and Cllr Adam Ellison are pictured with the White Ribbon flag.

Campaign against domestic violence launched by South Tyneside Council

A pharmacist stocks shelves at a chemist. PIC: Julien Behal/PA Wire

Public encouraged to think pharmacy first' this winter'

3-year-old Arya and her mother, Christina.

North East mother fights for cystic fibrosis medication

Homes & Gardens

Winter Stags Blue Double Reversible Duvet Cover Bedding Set.

Black Friday: Happy Linen Company making bedtime a dream
We know bedtime for the little ones can sometimes become a nightmare… that is why at Happy Linen Company their purpose is to make every bedtime a dream, not only for the kids and grandkids, but for you too!

Vax Onepwer Edge Dual Pet & Car cordless vacuum.

Check out some great deals on Vax products this Black Friday

Homewise

Flamboyant 3 bed home with orange, blue, pink, green & yellow rooms for sale

Michael Hodgson Estate Agents

Mind-blowing 5 bed mansion with uber modern interior & huge garden on the market

Hoodie Blanket.

For the ulimate comfort and warmth check out the winter range from kudd.ly

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

Lifestyle

Some of the donated toys which will be going to families in South Tyneside this Christmas.

Councillor praises "very successful" Christmas toy donation event

Ringo is an adorable 12-week-old lurcher. He has had an unsettled life so far, so he is looking for a quiet and predictable home, with owners around all the time initially whilst he settles in. He will need adopters who are prepared to do all of his basic training, including house training, and a secure garden will be needed for this. He could live with a sensible, confident adult dog to show him the ropes and he could live with children, pending everyone getting along together. Due to his breed's natural prey drive, we would avoid homing him with cats or small furries.

13 lovely dogs looking for a forever home in the North East

The new range.

Restaurant quality pizzas and pasta with pizzazz from PizzaExpress

Just £4.

Celebrations and Quality Street tubs now on sale at Aldi for under £4

People

A delighted Tommy Lamb with his Snapper-themed goodies. Photo by Caters Photographic/PA Wire

Autistic boy obsessed with store’s festive ad thanks retailers for gifts
An autistic five-year-old boy who became so obsessed with the Venus flytrap from John Lewis's Christmas advert that he watches it hundreds of times a day has thanked the retailer for sending him Snapper-themed goodies.

Girls Aloud will be reunited, to honour their former bandmate Sarah.

Girls Aloud reunion: Everything you need to know

Sting travelled by metro to the ceremony.

Music legend Sting takes trip on Tyne and Wear Metro

Opinion

Hey, I've got one of these at home. Richard Ord contemplates a blank artwork at Tate Modern.

Modern art is rubbish... but good for getting your steps in

No trip to London is complete, I hear, without a visit to the Tate Modern. Which means all my previous trips to London had been incomplete.Richard OrdRichard Ord
There is a three-year time period when a person can claim for medical negligence.

LEGAL EAGLE: Three-year time period when a person can claim for medical negligen...

A scene from Childline's Christmas television advert, which has been based on real calls to the service's counsellors.

CHILDLINE: Christmas can be a lonely and frightening time for many children and ...

Emma Lewell-Buck MP: Autumn Statement gave Conservatives another opportunity to tighten the screw on those hardest hit

Emma Lewell-Buck MP

Paterson Joseph and Daisy Haggard star in the new BBC comedy-thriller Boat Story (Picture: BBC/Two Brothers/Matt Squire)

Boat Story review: A frenetic, violent coke-com

Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt leaving 11 Downing Street to deliver his autumn statement. Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire

KATE OSBORNE MP: Chancellor's autumn statement further proof this government's t...

It may be best to seek legal advice if you have received a warning letter.

LEGAL EAGLE: Non-Molestation Order threat – what you can do in response

Business

BetB2B: Mobile iGaming industry – market perspectives

Ad Feature BetB2B: Mobile iGaming industry – market perspectives

HoodEx CIC has opened within South Shields Interchange.

First look inside shop bringing 'sustainable clothes' to South Shields

Jade Richardson-Gage, owner of Engaged Bridal Studio, with Mark Johnston, TEDCO Business Advisor. Photo: Other 3rd Party.

South Tyneside's first 'off-the-peg' specialist bridal studio opens

James Patrick of Bonkers Sole.

Unique trainer business opens new premises in South Shields

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Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Firefighters slam TikTok trend leaving teenagers stuck in swings

Mothtown is Caroline Hardaker’s second novel.

North East author publishes novel blending horror and literary fiction

Blyth Spartans Ladies

South Shields writer pens play on forgotten North East football team

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

UK Trending

Parent Power 2024: The Times releases its list of Best UK schools & league table

The Sunday Times’ releases Parent Power 2024 UK guide

Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Stormy has been announced as the headline act for Boardmasters Festival 2024.

Everything you need to know about Boardmasters Festival 2024

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

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