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Newcastle United: Government 'not involved' in Saudi Arabia-backed takeover bid
Downing Street says an aide was asked to check the progress of the deal but not intervene.
Manchester Arena Inquiry: Ex-military police officer hailed 'a hero'
Darron Coster spent 35 minutes helping those in the Manchester Arena attack, an inquiry is told.
MasterChef winner: Tom Rhodes crowned 17th champion
The broadcast of the show's final was postponed following the Duke of Edinburgh's death on Friday.
North East pigeon racers fear Brexit quarantine impact
From Wednesday, UK pigeons must be quarantined for weeks before taking part in cross-Channel races.
Bishop Auckland man jailed for £10k Covid grant fraud
He fraudulently claimed £10,000 to support a business, but then gave the money to someone else.
Newcastle woman's counterfeit contact lenses 'extremely dangerous'
Zahra Gillani sourced her products from a Chinese website "notorious" for fakes, a court hears.
Three held in Newcastle sex worker modern slavery raids
Four women are taken into police protection following raids targeting suspected human traffickers.
Amazon 'to create 1,000 new jobs at Gateshead complex'
The firm pledges that workers at the site will be paid a minimum of £9.70 an hour.
Northumberland Zoo 'not out of the woods' but 'happy' to be open
Curator Maxine Bardley says Northumberland Zoo has faced its "worst year" amid fears over its future.
'Mix and match' UK Covid vaccine trial expanded
Using different shots for the first and second doses might give better protection, say experts.
George Reynolds: Ex-Darlington FC chairman with criminal past dies
George Reynolds was once one of Britain's richest people but he also had a long criminal history.
Newcastle e-scooter speed restrictions after pubs reopen
The evening 9mph limit in the city centre aims to curb their use by "overly-exuberant revellers".
What's the roadmap for lifting lockdown?
Pub gardens and non-essential shops can now open in England - as part of the next stage of easing lockdown rules.
Covid: Restaurants and pubs have reopened, but what are the rules?
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in England can now open for customers seated outdoors.
How many people can I have a drink with? And other questions
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
What are the UK plans for Covid passports?
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
Covid: When can I go on holiday abroad or in the UK?
A traffic light system ranking foreign countries by coronavirus risk is to be introduced - the rules on UK holidays are also easing.
Covid: 'Lockdown has been different if you're a twin'
Three sets of twins reflect on the past year, with research suggesting only 5.5% live with together.
Prince Philip's visits to the North East and Cumbria
We take a look back at Prince Philip's visits to the North East and Cumbria over the years.
Light pollution: How lockdown has darkened our skies
One impact of lockdown is that there has been a big reduction in light pollution in some areas.
Seaham seaglass collectors say lockdown "diminished" stock
We take a look at why Seaham seaglass is as popular and world-renowned.
Covid-19: 'Lockdown job loss led me to welding career'
Connor Lilley lost his job when the Covid-19 pandemic began but has found a new career path.
County Championship: Bowlers dominate as Durham lead Essex on day one
Durham blow away Essex for just 96 runs in the first innings of their County Championship game before stuttering to 148-8 at stumps.
Ben Stokes: Wisden name England all-rounder leading cricketer in world again
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is named Wisden's leading cricketer in the world for the second year in a row.
Champion O'Sullivan begins against Joyce, Craigie faces Williams
Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan will face debutant Mark Joyce in the first round of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.
Newcastle United v West Ham United
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and West Ham United.
Darren Barry: Newcastle Falcons lock joins French Pro D2 side RC Vannes
Newcastle lock Darren Barry follows Gloucester centre Harry Trinder in joining French side RC Vannes as a 'medical joker'.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Pardew ready for Metalist threat
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says there will be no surprises from Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League tie.
Kibirige signs Falcons pro deal
Newcastle Falcons winger Zach Kibirige signs a first professional contract at Kingston Park.
RFU trials ref-cam this weekend
The RFU will trial a "ref-cam" during the televised Championship game between Newcastle and London Scottish on Sunday.
Southampton game key - Larsson
Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson thinks Saturday's match with Southampton is important to their survival chances.
Newcastle 1-3 Man City
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Javi Garcia and Yaya Toure earn Manchester City a deserved 3-1 win at Newcastle.
Man Utd 3-1 Sunderland
Manchester United restore their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Sunderland.
O'Neill targets January signings
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says he must strengthen his squad in the January transfer window as they look to avoid relegation.
O'Neill doubters wrong - Ferguson
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says it is "absolutely ridiculous" for anyone to question Martin O'Neill.
Pardew - one win could revive us
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says beating Manchester City on Saturday could revive his team's stuttering Premier League campaign.
Harker to exit Durham post in May
David Harker is to stand down as Durham County Cricket Club chief executive in May 2013 after 20 years in the post.
Smith undaunted by Gateshead task
Anth Smith says he is not daunted by the pressure of taking charge at Blue Square Bet Premier side Gateshead.
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Mum and son, 4, killed in 'drugs-debt' house fire
Gina Ingles and four-year-old Milo Ingles-Bailey died after a row over drugs debts, a court hears.
Babes in the Wood: Killer's ex-girlfriend ?lied on oath?
Jennifer Johnson is accused of lying about key evidence at her ex's first murder trial in 1987.
Manchester Arena Inquiry: Ex-military police officer hailed 'a hero'
Darron Coster spent 35 minutes helping those in the Manchester Arena attack, an inquiry is told.
Great-grandma reunites with family after a year
Eileen Fuller met her great-grandchildren for the first time in 15 months at her Sittingbourne home.
Gloucester swimming instructor jailed for abusing 3-year-old girl
The girl's mother found evidence of abuse on her daughter after Anthony Delarme babysat her.
Harvey Tyrrell death: Pub owner jailed over boy's electrocution death
Seven-year-old Harvey Tyrrell was found unresponsive by a friend outside the King Harold pub in 2018.
Bristol police dog put down after being injured chasing burglars
German shepherd Jet sustained severe injuries after being struck while chasing suspected burglars.
Met PC injured in hit-and-run crash
The police officer suffered injuries to his lower body and was taken to hospital, the Met said.
Flatts Lane body: Tomasz Dembler 'could have been murdered weeks ago'
The body of Tomasz Dembler, 39, was found by two members of the public in Middlesbrough on Monday.
Oxfordshire millionaire 'in thrall' to murder-accused tenant
A vulnerable landlord was "controlled" in a plan to steal part of his £3.5m estate, a court hears.
HS2: RSPB calls for probe into tree-felling for high-speed line
The charity speaks out amid legal action over the felling of woods said to have inspired Roald Dahl.
Man runs two miles to be reunited with stolen Derbyshire dog
James Fox's mother Joanna was attacked and the family dog Minnie was taken from her while walking.
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