Traffic is queuing on the A1 northbound after a collision. One lane is closed at Junction 71 Hollinside Road for the Metrocentre. Drivers are being urged to leave extra time for their journeys. It is ...

An eyewitness says there's 'police everywhere' in the Maria Street area of Newcastle with six police vehicles at the scene ...

A Newcastle care home where two residents accidentally set fire to their rooms, there were "repeated infestations of rats" ...

It’s really important to us that local people get the chance to see the ideas early and help shape what comes next' ...

Mark Murray, of Gateshead, was one of two men fighting over a woman which ended with a glassing causing 'horrific' injuries ...

It's a great choice for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, cycling and wildlife spotting. Along the coast, ...

High Bridge has been taped off by police with broken glass behind the cordon which is being guarded by officers ...

There will be plenty of comings and going at Newcastle United this summer with the squad set for a transfer refresh ...

Here in the North East, we're certainly not short of beautiful places to escape to for a summer staycation. And beyond our region, we're also right next door to one of the UK's "most underrated" ...

The building society says it is offering a new service at specific branches amid 'growing concern' as many other banks close high street locations ...

Organisations which help people who are claiming disability benefits have issued a new 'breaking point' warning over cuts to the PIP system. AdviceUK has warned that cuts or tighter eligibility rules ...

Monty Don has been “reminded” of BBC guidelines after wearing a Barbour jacket on Gardeners’ World – while appearing in an advertising campaign for the same brand. BBC guidelines say presenters must ...