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The Word, in South Shields.

Green Libraries Week celebrated with Recycled Wood creations workshop

Protest marchers on the Jarrow Crusade who often walked through treacherous conditions on their way to London. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

The false rumours which spread among families of the Jarrow marchers

John Thompson's memoir was initially written for family, but he decided to self-publish it.

South Shields author's memoir about growing up in the Blitz

A general view of the club badge on the exterior of the West Stand prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion at St James' Park on May 02, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC academy swoop confirmed in heartfelt statement

The fibre bottles are manufactured from sustainably sourced wood pulp, contain no hidden plastic and are recyclable

Ad Feature Pulpex opens first commercial fibre bottle manufacturing facility

Mphasis announced it will extend its work with Social Security Scotland

Ad Feature Mphasis strengthens partnership with Social Security Scotland

A general view of a corner flag prior to the U18 Premier League match between Newcastle United U18 v Manchester United U18 at Newcastle United Academy on January 13, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Manchester United/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Club statement confirms imminent Newcastle United appointment

Fabrizio Romano has been discussing a Newcastle United transfer target

'Agreed' - Romano makes NUFC transfer claim as £25m deal close

Serial domestic abuser Stephen Christie, 62, who has walked free from Newcastle Crown Court after he left another partner injured in an assault, leaving her with facial injuries.

Serial woman abuser walks free from court after latest attack

Businesses from across the North East of England and Scotland have travelled to Edinburgh courtesy of train operator Lumo for a major networking event. In a first for organisers Chamber of Commerce, more than 100 representatives from a diverse range of sectors met at the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in the city, with members from the North East, Edinburgh and Glasgow coming together for a morning of structured knowledge sharing and partnership building.

Business representatives meet for networking event

Harry Kane rescued England in their game against DR Congo on Wednesday evening. (Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Wire)

South Shields pub hosting 'cosy and comfy' World Cup experience

England Fans will be able to watch the Three Lions next game in bars across South Tyneside.

Pubs prepare for long night as 1am England kick off approaches

Brian Chilcott already had a history of attacking three former partners when he started a relationship with his latest victim, after chatting with her over social media last year.

Facebook attacker branded 'cold and evil' for South Shields assault

Drambuteo combines World Cup football fever with a selection of miniature whiskies in a grown-up twist on Subbuteo

World Cup whisky game turns Subbuteo into a battle of football skill

North East karate youngsters secure more than 140 national medals

Terry Butcher and Gary McAllister launch Domino's 'Shirtiette' a stain-absorbing football shirt made to embrace messy matchday stains with pride

Pizza-friendly football tops made from serviette material
Domino's has created 'pizza-friendly' England and Scotland shirts made entirely from serviette material - so fans don't have to worry about getting messy on matchdays.
Gemma Francis

Newcastle star Matt Ritchie has been linked with a return to one of his former clubs.

Premier League club statement released as Newcastle United cult hero

Scott Brown, former Celtic midfielder.

I turned down 'dangerous' deal at NUFC to play in CL with Celtic

Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes.

NUFC star's U-turn made official as England release statement

From left: Sara Carroll, Pickle & Peach owner, with Peter Shaw, sous chef, Matty Weavers, head chef, and Senna Mattari, barista.

We’ve had people travel from Scotland and Wales to try our coffee shop

Harvey Barnes has declined the chance to play for Scotland.

NUFC star makes key decision on his future - 'everyone keeps asking'

Eddie Howe & Thomas Tuchel

Shock England update provides major hint on Eddie Howe’s NUFC future

Jackie Heron is hoping to hit her own personal target weight in 2026 after helping others as a Slimming World consultant for 16 years.

I’ve helped people lose weight, now I’m aiming to hit my own target

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Balance welcomes plans to lower the drink-drive limit in England and Wales

Storm Goretti has already brought snow to parts of the country further south.

Storm Goretti: Met Office issue another weekend weather warning

A new Met Office Weather Warning for snow and ice has been issued for the North East.

New Met Office weather warning for snow and ice issued for North East

Storm Goretti: UK braced for ‘weather bomb’ of snowfall and winds
A “weather bomb” is set to bring heavy snowfall and galeforce winds to the UK as Storm Goretti hits.
Jack Marshall

Eddie Howe has spoken about the future of St James' Park

Eddie Howe urges decision on ‘game changing’ Newcastle United plans

Scotland boss Steve Clarke on Harvey Barnes' international future

The hearing will now take place at Newcastle Crown Court.

Ex-magistrate convicted of causing serious injury by dangerous driving

Harvey Barnes could switch his international allegiance to Scotland.

Newcastle United star ponders major international U-Turn

Hotel Villa Angela

I visited Jim Kerr's Sicilian boutique hotel in the hills of Taormina

Graeme & Kevin with their awards

Tyne and Wear tradespeople shine with two wins at the Checkatrade Regional Award...

Universities across England and Scotland made the Guardian's top 20 this year

The top 20 universities for 2026 – according to Guardian’s new guide

Denmark head coach Brian Riemer and Newcastle United striker Will Osula

Striker ‘super happy’ after failed £30m Newcastle United transfer

When Northern Lights may be visible as aurora sightings possible in UK.

When Northern Lights may be visible as aurora sightings possible in UK

Simon Williams, the NBF’s head of marketing and membership

North East consumers among UK’s greenest says survey

Chef, Michael Leathley on the Argyll coast in Scotland.

I tasted Scotland's best seafood at The Pierhouse hotel

Ken co-founded Sanddancer Community Japan Park Golf in South Tyneside, and the time we spoke to him was the sole volunteer keeping the free attraction running

A look inside England’s only Japan Park Golf venue in South Shields

Torgi Squire shows off his girders by cold-water swimming

Modern bravery: standing up to your boss and going skinny dipping

Students have reportedly recevied record high A-level results this year.

A level top grades reach record high outside of Covid years

UK roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses

Where you could see Northern lights tonight as Met Office forecasts enhanced auroral activity.

Watch: Met Office forecasts visible auroral activity - where and when

We want to reintroduce the wild lynx back into North East woodland

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Motoring expert issues urgent warning to North East drivers amid Storm Floris

My magnificent stay at Mar Hall, one of Scotland's great hotels

Great green energy source, wind farms (photo: adobe)

Going green: Wind farms may fulfill urgent UK energy needs

School breakfast

Magic Breakfast’s annual research, supported by players of People’s Postcode Lot...

Over 12 million UK children exposed to toxic air—map reveals pollution hotspots

Olympic Champions Back Air Quality Campaign Following Lionesses' European Victor...

Richard Crabtree, Principal Lawyer at Slater and Gordon takes us through five key important things to remember if you are making a road collision claim, so you know the right steps to take to ensure you are supporting yourself and your claim as much as possible.

I’m a serious injury lawyer, here are five important things to remember if you a...

Kelly Jordan

Overdue invoices top 500k in North East as pressure mounts, R3 research shows

Households have been urged to send in meter readings ahead of the energy price cap falling by 7% on Tuesday. (Photo by Jacob King/PA Wire)

Study finds 100% of North East businesses saw energy price rises

TOG24 survey infographic highlight most weather-resilient in the UK

Keep Calm and Stay Indoors? As the North East braces for weekend heatwave new su...

Nicolas Kuhn is set to join RB Leipzig after being linked with a move to Newcastle United

£15m Celtic star ‘eyed’ by Newcastle United set for Bundesliga move

People celebrate the summer solstice at Stonehenge.

Date and forecast for summer solstice as people celebrate in the UK

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