- A19 crash LIVE: Collision causes five-mile tailback and 45-minute delays near Sunderland
The incident, on the section of the road between the A183 Chester Road and the A1231 Sunderland Highway, took place before 7.25am this morning
- Weather maps show 24 UK counties expected to hit 40C temperatures - list in full
Temperatures forecast to soar as high as 42C in some parts of the country - which would be a new all-time high
- Bid to force change to DWP PIP disability assessment plans
The number of people claiming the disability benefit has soared in recent years, with PIP claimants passing four million for the first time
- Newcastle United transfer news LIVE as Chelsea win Palestra race amid fresh Liverpool hijack fears
Newcastle United transfer news, gossip and analysis as Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad
- Tesco, Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury's recall fruit pots over salmonella fears
Here's the full list of items that have been recalled by supermarkets including M&S and Waitrose, alongside the reason for the warning
- The lightning quick Anthony Gordon replacement waiting for Newcastle United approach
The Magpies could net Antonio Nusa for a knockdown fee - but will they be left hesitating again
- North East mother accused of murdering daughter had concerns boyfriend was 'sex offender'
Isabelle Welsh was found covered in injuries and 'gravely ill' by paramedics in September last year
- North East takeaway staff praised for life-saving efforts after major fire - 'We are very lucky'
Supermarket staff are being praised for their quick-thinking after the Middlesbrough fire on Saturday, June 20, as an investigation into the cause is ongoing and a structural assessment of the building takes place
- Newcastle United told to sign 'serious player' who will eclipse Serbian legend
Newcastle have been linked with Inter Milan midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic
- AD FEATURE: Bring fashion home with Sofa Club as new Metrocentre showroom opens its doors
Sofa Club believes your home should reflect your personal style
