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This is the moment a prolific burglar thought he escaped with £200 in cash – before being arrested, charged, and put before the courts within two days. Shortly after 11.30pm on April 12, Matthew Thain broke into the premises on Forum Way in Cramlington, Northumberland, by smashing a window withContinue Reading

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A care home manager in the North East who physically and sexually abused residents has been jailed for three years and three months. Concerns were first raised around William Malcolm’s inappropriate and unprofessional conduct in 2022 and then began a complex and long-running investigation. Malcolm, 61, who was also aContinue Reading

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Businesses and individuals can benefit from HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC’s) new online interactive tool that guides them through tax compliance checks. The Interactive Compliance Guidance tool available on GOV.UK provides information to help customers understand: It brings together existing compliance guidance and videos in one place, making it easierContinue Reading

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A property found to be linked to anti-social behaviour and drug-related crime in Gateshead has been served with a closure order. After receiving complaints from members of the public, Gateshead East Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) launched an investigation into activity at the house on Aycliffe Place in the Springwell area.Continue Reading

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The family of a man from North Tyneside who went missing more than 20 years ago have made an emotional appeal for information. The plea comes as officers investigating the disappearance of Robert Scott Clive, known as ‘Scott’, reveal they have new evidence which suggests he was assaulted the night heContinue Reading

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A grieving family has shared a tribute to ‘their rock’ following a fatal collision in Sunderland – as police re-appeal for information. Shortly after 10.45am on Monday (April 14), police received a report of a two-vehicle collision on the A690 Durham Road at the junction of Ettrick Grove. It wasContinue Reading

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Officers are appealing for witnesses to get in touch after a boy sustained head injuries following a suspected hit-and-run in Newcastle. Just after 2.20pm yesterday (Sunday), police were informed via the ambulance service of a collision between an electrically assisted pedal cycle and a car on Binswood Avenue, at theContinue Reading

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Senior business leaders from across the region gathered at the North East Chamber of Commerce’s Partner and Corporate Dinner for a wide-ranging conversation with the region’s Mayors, Kim McGuinness and Ben Houchen.  The event brought together more than 100 senior leaders from the private and public sectors and featured aContinue Reading

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The North East Chamber of Commerce has unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious Business Awards 2025, with 35 businesses and individuals from across the region reaching the final stage. The shortlist reflects the strength, creativity and resilience of the North East business community with finalists representing a broad mix of sectors andContinue Reading

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Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a collision in Sunderland which has left a man in his 20s with serious injuries. Shortly before 11pm last night (Friday), police received a report of a collision involving a pedestrian and bus on Suffolk Street, at the junction with RidleyContinue Reading

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A rapist – who also tried to strangle his victim – has been sentenced to 14 years behind bars. Thomas White, 36, raped his victim multiple times last year at an address in Gateshead. He also forced his hands around the woman’s throat and dragged her around the property byContinue Reading

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Family pays loving tribute after a man sadly dies following a collision in North Tyneside. Shortly before 4.30pm on Monday, April 7, police received a report of a collision between a black and brown Harley Davidson motorcycle and a brown Mercedes Sprinter van, on Stephenson Street, near the Hadrian RoadContinue Reading

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A tanning salon owner has been jailed after a teenager suffered horrific burns while using a sun bed. Ryan Sihra was given a 40-week prison sentence after admitting failing to carry out statutory age and safety checks at the business on Middlesbrough’s Linthorpe Road. The teenager later described her ordeal as ‘14Continue Reading

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Two suspected thieves in the cells and a stolen car recovered – thanks to determined officers and their canine sidekick. Shortly before 5.40am today (Thursday), police received a report that a car had been stolen overnight from an address on Canterbury Avenue in Wallsend. The vehicle in question was sightedContinue Reading

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A man has been jailed for sexually abusing a child – as his brave survivor speaks out about the lifelong effects of his crimes. Jordan Woods, now 27, sexually assaulted the schoolgirl almost a decade ago in the North Tyneside area. After years of keeping what had happened to herself,Continue Reading

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Officers are appealing for information after a woman sadly died following a collision in Northumberland. Shortly before 4.30pm on Tuesday, February 18, police received a report of a collision between a black Land Rover Freelander and silver Skoda Octavia, on the Old Great North Road at the junction with BlagdonContinue Reading

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Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward as they investigate reports of attempted robbery in Newcastle. Shortly after 6.20am on Wednesday, April 23, police received a report that a woman had been followed by two males on pedal cycles near to The County Hotel on Neville Street. When challengedContinue Reading

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Police are investigating an incident in Middlesbrough after receiving reports that five children were approached by two men on Homerton Road at around 5:15pm on Tuesday, April 22. The children were able to run away and alert an adult, who immediately contacted the police. The two men, aged 51 andContinue Reading

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One person in handcuffs within 10 minutes – after we spotted a suspected stolen motorbike in North Tyneside. Just before 9.30pm yesterday (Tuesday) a BMW motorbike which was reported to have been stolen from the Ashington area of Northumberland was seen on High Street East in Wallsend. Within minutes, weContinue Reading

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A paedophile who carried out a sequence of sex offences against a schoolgirl has been jailed for 16 years. Peter Dellbridge raped and sexually abused his victim in the early 2000s ago at an address in the Northumberland area. Two decades later, the brave woman reported the abuse to NorthumbriaContinue Reading

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A suspected dealer has been charged – after a haul of drugs and thousands in cash was found in a Newcastle address. A team of detectives from Northumbria Police paid an early morning visit to a property in the Fenham area on Tuesday, April 22. This followed information relating toContinue Reading

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TWO healthcare support workers from Teesside have won prestigious Chief Nursing Officer Awards. Rozi Murray and Mark Bond both from South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust were over the moon to be honoured with the national accolades from NHS England. The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Healthcare Support Worker Awards (HCSW)Continue Reading

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County Northumberland/Cumbria Direction Eastbound Impact Road Closure Effect Expect Delays The A69 between Northumberland and Cumbria is closed eastbound due to a serious collision at the Greenhead junction (B630). The closure is in place between the A6071 at Brampton and the A686 at Haydon Bridge. Northumberland Police are conducting aContinue Reading

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Officers investigating a report of the theft of two limited edition watches worth more than £4,000 have released images of a man they’d like to trace. On Monday, February 17, police received a report of theft at a premises in The Bridges shopping centre, Sunderland. It was reported that, shortlyContinue Reading

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A pioneering approach to breaking the destructive cycle of children caught up in, or at risk of, crime that is being trialled in Middlesbrough should be adopted across the UK according to an influential national report. Over the last nine months Middlesbrough Council has partnered with national charity SHiFT toContinue Reading

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This Mental Health Awareness Week, Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust’s Charity has teamed up with Northumberland Wildlife Trust to connect with nature and wildlife. The organisations will be running two events during Mental Health Awareness Week (12 – 18 May) offering people the opportunity to immerse themselvesContinue Reading

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Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man sadly died following a collision in Newcastle. At 9pm on Sunday (April 13), police received a report via the ambulance service of a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle on Kingfisher Boulevard at the junction with Goldcrest Way, inContinue Reading

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As Easter approaches, thousands of families will benefit from early payments for Child Benefit and Universal Credit, among other benefits. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming changes to your payment dates. Key Points: With Easter on the horizon, many are gearing up for Easter eggs, extended breaks,Continue Reading

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NatWest has issued an urgent call to action for customers to secure a £150 bonus payment by switching to the bank’s Reward account. Currently, NatWest is offering the £150 reward when customers switch their current account from a non-NatWest provider to a NatWest Reward account using the Current Account SwitchContinue Reading

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When selecting a GP practice, the quality of care is crucial. Thankfully, Darlington is home to several well-rated surgeries offering top-notch services to its residents. Using information provided by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), here are the compiled list of the top 10 GP surgeries in the area. While mostContinue Reading

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Police have received several reports in the last week of a man indecently exposing himself on Derwent Walk between Ebchester and Rowlands Gill. A man, in his 60s, has been arrested in connection with the incident and has since been released on bail with conditions while enquiries continue. Officers areContinue Reading

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The popular TikTok duo known as Spud Bros appear to have confirmed plans to open a new store in Manchester, following a wave of speculation from their fans. Brothers Harley and Jacob Nelson, who rose to social media fame through their jacket potato business, initially launched their venture from aContinue Reading

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Thousands of people across the UK who claim Universal Credit may be entitled to up to £546.10 in additional support this month through various government-backed discounts and one-off payments. Universal Credit, administered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is designed to support individuals and families on low incomes.Continue Reading

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North Yorkshire Police are appealing for the public’s help in tracing Matthew Segger, a 35-year-old man from Darlington, who is wanted in connection with a burglary that took place in Ripon in August 2023. Despite extensive enquiries, officers have so far been unable to locate him. Authorities believe Segger mayContinue Reading

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A senior care worker who stole more than £17,000 from vulnerable elderly residents has been jailed for two years after using the money to gamble and order takeaways. Cheryl Louise Pratt, 35, from York, exploited her position of trust at a care home by accessing the bank details of residentsContinue Reading

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Issued by: Cleaverland Police Cleveland Police are issuing a renewed warning to both children and adults to stay away from the disused Golden Eagle pub in Thornaby, following multiple reports of individuals entering the site in recent weeks. ⚠️ The building, which is under the control of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council,Continue Reading

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Tees Valley residents are set to benefit from energy efficiency upgrades after nearly £14 million was awarded to a consortium involving Darlington, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton councils. The funding – totalling £13,953,865 – comes from the government’s new Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme, which could help up toContinue Reading

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Jessie Kelly‑Baxter, senior policy advisor at the North East Chamber of Commerce, said: The ONS employment figures released today (15 April 2025) show that the North East continues to have the highest rate of economic inactivity in England at 26.9%. This means over a quarter of working-age people in ourContinue Reading

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The North East Chamber of Commerce will host its Partner and Corporate Business Dinner on Wednesday, 23 April, bringing together senior leaders from across the region for an evening of cross-party, cross-regional dialogue. Taking place at the Radisson Blu, Durham, the event will feature a fireside chat chaired by ShevaunContinue Reading

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Residents are being encouraged to have their say on the future of learning to help boost job opportunities and ensure training and education is accessible to communities across North Yorkshire. The Let’s Talk Skills engagement exercise, which has launched today (Monday, April 14), is part of North Yorkshire Council’s widerContinue Reading

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The National Trust has announced Cath Darling, bereavement occupational therapist, as one of the recipients of the 49 ‘Trees of Hope’ Sycamore Gap saplings being gifted to individuals, groups, and organisations across the UK. Cath has been working as an occupational therapist at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for 10Continue Reading