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Anissa Khalfa, from Jarrow, holding a photo of her cousin Tom, who passed away after struggling with alcohol addiction and mental health issues.

Teenager calls for fast alcohol deliveries action after cousin’s death

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)

Newcastle United contract confirmed weeks after Arsenal transfer

Sven Botman of Newcastle United, arrives at the ground prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St James' Park on May 17, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC double injury update - plus defender expected to miss La Manga

Newcastle United in action against Gateshead. Photo: Tyler Lopes

Wilson new signing boost & NUFC warning signs after Gateshead draw

Green flares were set off as funeral cortege arrived at South Shields Crematorium.

Mourners set off flares in tribute to bike death teen Kurtis Stubbings

Newcastle United's English head coach Eddie Howe arrives to lead a team training session at the Darsley Park training centre in Newcastle upon Tyne, on March 9, 2026, the eve of their UEFA Champions League Last 16 football match against Barcelona. (Photo by SCOTT HEPPELL / AFP via Getty Images)

19-year-old forward spotted back at NUFC after loan frustration

Ben Richardson, a Year 9 pupil at Boldon School, is set to take part in the final stage of a national music competition.

Teen to record with The Libertine’s Gary Powell after competition win

Ajax's Dutch midfielder #48 Sean Steur (C) passes the ball during the UEFA Champions League, league phase - matchday 8, football match between Ajax and Olympiakos at the Johan Cruijff Arena, in Amsterdam on January 28, 2026. (Photo by Olaf Kraak / ANP / AFP via Getty Images) / Netherlands OUT

Newcastle United agree 2031 deal as £23m transfer clause revealed

Ben Richardson, from Jarrow, performing on the main stage at the Summer Streets Festival on Saturday, July 4.

Teenager reacts to performing on the main stage at Summer Streets

Jarrow School have paid tribute to Kurtis Stubbings, a former pupil, after he tragically passed away following a crash.

School pays tribute to a former pupil who died following Jarrow crash

Floral tributes left for a Jarrow teenager who died following a crash

Kurtis Stubbings, 18, has sadly passed away following a crash in Jarrow.

Crash victim's family make the decision to switch off his life support

Sandro Tonali in action against Spurs.

The intriguing NUFC & Spurs swap deal that UEFA rules could block

Jarrow teenager Luke Hedley has raised another £2,000 for the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team through his 3D-printed safety whistles campaign.

Jarrow teenager’s 3D-printed whistles raise £2,000 for lifesavers

Michael Dickson with children Mike and Elena and staff at their South Shields factory.

South Shields’ Saveloy King announces he is stepping down

News from Northumbria Police.

Crime round-up: Violent assault, thief nabbed on kid bike, PCSO jibe
The latest crime and court tales from South Shields and South Tyneside.
Liam Kennedy

Police officer chases South Shields 'steak' thief Phillip Padgett after asking youth for his bike

Watch as 'steak' thief is nabbed by police on borrowed kid's bike

A police car on site following reports of an attack in the sand dunes at Sandhaven Beach, behind Ocean Beach Pleasure Park on the late May Bank Holiday.

Northumbria Police issue plea to parents ahead of warm summer months

Corinne Monroe, 19, from South Shields, has been given less than 12 months to live after being diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer for the second time.

Teenager given less than a year to live as rare cancer returns

Luke Hedley, from Jarrow, with RNLI volunteers at the Sunderland Lifeboat Station.

Teenager launches water safety appeal after visiting RNLI station

Ivry Oakley, 17, has won a year's supply of Burger King meals after being the 100th customer at the newly reopened Jarrow branch.

Queues for free food as teenager wins year’s supply of burgers

A police car on site following reports of an attack in the sand dunes at Sandhaven Beach, behind Ocean Beach Pleasure Park.

Weekend disorder sees teenager arrested on suspicion of bottle assault

Elliot Robinson raped the first victim while she repeatedly said "no, no, no" and left her in tears.

'Predator' jailed for rape of two victims - one who could not walk

There are still two more chances to visit the popular South Shields Seaside Market this month.

South Shields’ popular Seaside Market set for two more days in May

Latest news from Northumbria Police.

Teenager arrested on suspicion of 'imitation gun' incident

Antonio Cordero.

NUFC receive positive update on 19y/o ahead of transfer decision

Freya McFarlane, from Hebburn, is competing to become Miss Junior Teen Great Britain 2026.

Meet the teenager competing to be Miss Junior Teen Great Britain 2026
A Hebburn teenager is competing to become Miss Junior Teen Great Britain 2026.
Ryan Smith

A general view of the Adidas UEFA Champions League match ball during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between Newcastle United FC and PSV Eindhoven at St James' Park on January 21, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

NUFC agree deal with ex-Liverpool youngster after training call-up

Eddie Howe and Lewis Miley

Newcastle United fear ‘season ending’ injury after major update

Savannah Lily, from Jarrow, has described how it felt performing in front of thousands as part of the 2026 Sunday for Sammy concert.

Jarrow teenager performed for thousands of people in Newcastle

Eddie Howe handed Sean Neave his first Newcastle United senior appearance v Qarabag

Eddie Howe could unleash 18y/o Newcastle United ‘goalscorer’

Jack Gilroy.

Teenager stabbed a stranger in the chest outside an East Boldon pub

Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa at St James' Park on January 25, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

French media drop £21.5 NUFC blow after transfer window closes

Newcastle United ‘pushing to sign’ exciting 19y/o midfielder

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe discusses Leo Shahar and Sean Neave's call-ups to the first-team squad.

NUFC 'delighted' as 18y/o duo bolster squad - transfer decision looms

Newcastle Eagles captain Darius Defoe presenting Luke Hedley with his prestigious gold Blue Peter badge.

Jarrow teenager honoured with a gold Blue Peter badge

Bruno Guimaraes (left) and Newcastle United protege Lewis Miley

Bruno in awe as NUFC find 'top class' January transfer solution

Stephen Scott.

Sex attacker assaulted a teenager while she slept at a house party

I hit a total of 100,000 points during six-and-a-half hours of darts

General view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Liverpool at St James' Park on August 25, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

NUFC impacted by fresh injury surgery blow as transfer plans scuppered

Eddie Howe and Ross Wilson are planning ahead for Newcastle United's January transfer window.

Ross Wilson makes first NUFC transfer decision - more to follow

AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit

Newcastle United delivered transfer blow as €45m transfer ‘unlikely’

Fabrizio Romano has reported that Antonio Cordero could return to Spain during the January transfer window.

Romano reveals NUFC winger ‘agrees’ surprise January transfer

3 drug dealers locked up after cops spotted car driving suspiciously

Menuk Alawattegama has been volunteering every Wednesday afternoon at Veterans at Ease, in South Shields.

I wanted to make a difference by volunteering to help veterans

Shay Given loved what Newcastle United did v Everton

Shay Given stunned by Newcastle United masterclass v Everton

We took the Stena Line Duty Free Challenge and came away with great bargains

Duty Free Challenge: We found best way to head to Dublin with family

Maya Chappell was murdered by her mother's new boyfriend, Michael Daymond.

Girl whose cousin was murdered campaigns for tougher safeguarding

There were some things almost all teenagers either had or wanted in their bedrooms back in the 60s and 70s

9 things every teenager wanted in their bedroom in the 60s and 70s

The case was heard at Newcastle Crown Court.

Teenager lied about his age before sexually assaulting a schoolgirl

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)

Championship starlet confirms NUFC transfer with St James' Park post

Newcastle United winger Antonio Cordero is set to move to Belgian side KVC Westerlo

Newcastle United agree winger transfer - move imminent

Joe rose to fame when he was named as the winner of the X Factor is 2009.

Joe McElderry opens up on ageing in the public eye during interview

Newcastle United announce new signing with one more set to join

Technology secretary Peter Kyle says the Government is 'seriously considering' a few different measures to limit children's screen time

Two-hour social media limit 'being seriously considered' for all teens

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