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Alicia Ternent, 69, passed away following incident at Morrison's in Alnwick
Police and crime commissioners will be abolished from 2028, in a decision that one in the North East has branded an "ill-thought through proposal"
Waugh had never raced over the 100km prior to this year but has been at the podium at each of the T100 races she has contested this year.
TV Licensing is sending out refunds of up to 174 to households that have recently cancelled their television licences
A man in his 20s has been arrested following the collision on Old Mill Road in Sunderland
The energy giant has issued the update for households living in France, in the European Union, as it extends and expands its Zero Bills initiative
The Met Office has issued an amber alert for Storm Claudia, which is expected to bring torrential rain and strong winds across large parts of the UK - here's what to do
Your car is likely harbouring more germs than you think
Eddie Howe won't hesitate in making some serious changes in the next few games as stars return to fitness
Dog owners not only face a big financial penalty but also risk the safety of their pets by flouting one rule
