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Filming for new BBC crime drama The Northumbria Mysteries switched to a new location on Tuesday afternoon
Newcastle United transfer news, gossip and analysis as Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad
Another fatal crash on the A1 has only increased calls for the road to be dualled in Northumberland
The 16-year-old was questioned over incident on Great Lime Road
One lane is closed on southbound A19 near Seaton Interchange
The local authority has said it is planning legal action after having to cough up over £400k to support ex-Piory Court tenants following flooding.
Necwastle have rubber-stamped their agreement with Knox as club release full details of new deal
Joicey Road, just off Durham Road, has been closed to traffic to allow 'emergency repairs' to take place
The Newcastle company's CEO has announced the landmark deal alongside the new owners at an investor event in Vancouver
The North East Ambulance Service also supported the lifeboat team at the incident, which took place just before 3am on Monday, June 22
