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One of the Samaritans of Northumbria stands at Asda in Ashington.

Communities urged to back Samaritans of Northumbria in funding vote

Susan and Clive King at the tasting event in Seahouses.

Award-winning Northumberland gin showcased at tasting

Gas firm launches winter safety campaign.

Gas firm urges people to help keep their homes safe for winter

John Lamont MP and Kezz Petronelli-Stone delivering an A1 dualling petition to Downing Street.

Campaigners deliver A1 dualling petition to Downing Street

A photo of Matilda Stacey and a photo of her when she was in hospital.

Teenage stroke survivor supporting charity campaign

Dashcam footage has shown a string of near misses on the A1 in Northumberland.

Dashcam footage shows shocking near misses on A1 in Northumberland

Campaigners walking the length of Northumberland to gather support for the petition to dual the A1. Photo: James Robinson/LDRS.

A1 dualling campaigner joined by Instagram star in epic hike

Alnwick Food Bank trustees Heather and Susie.

'We're here for you' say Alnwick Food Bank as new research shows rising demand

Akshay Ohari, founder of Padelsphere.

Padel venue exceeds expectations and looks ahead to future

Young performers at Newcastle's Theatre Royal.

Historic theatre seeks people's views in run up to 200th anniversary

Eeva Tudor.

Eeva aiming to ensure children don't miss out because of deafness
A teenager from Cramlington has told of how she didn’t realise how much she was missing because of her deafness – as she backed a campaign to get more help to children with hearing loss.
Tom Patterson

North Seaton Road, Ashington.

Two injured and one arrested after police chase

North Tyneside Council has taken possession of a council home in Meadow Well following court action over persistent anti-social behaviour linked to the property.

Council takes possession of a home following persistent anti-social behaviour

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness at a community family hub.

Four community groups get share of Mayor's £1m support fund

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness.

Mayor launches new £1m energy efficiency home loan scheme

Paul and Karen Scrimshaw outside Marilyn & Melrose in Alnwick.

Paul grateful for support after retiring from Alnwick shop

The Union Quay Dental team.

Dental group shows off revamp work at practice

Cramlington Eastfield councillor Alan Smith. Photo: James Robinson/NCJ Media.

Councillor quits gym over users blocking equipment while 'on their phones'

MAVI Turkish Restaurant in Berwick.

Restaurant in Berwick on awards shortlist

Cllr Guy Renner-Thompson.

Conservatives call for action over fuel costs

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness.

Mayor's conference call to end uncertainty over cap on bus fares

Mark Foden, Stop Smoking Service Manager at Northumberland County Council, Gill O'Neill, Director of Public Health at Northumberland County Council and Neil Carney, Tobacco Treatment Advisor at CNTW NHS Foundation Trust.

Northumberland smokers urged to quit this Stoptober

County Hall in Morpeth is one of the locations for the roadshow.

Roadshow will showcase positive impact

Heywood at his studio. (The Bigger Picture Agency)

Entrepreneur turns childhood camera passion into podcast business

Bartle Rippon with his book The Amble Branch in Bridge Street Books.

Rare railway book found after hunt for lost copies

Artists and studios across the town are taking part in Berwick Open Studios. Photo: Pictorial Photography.

Artists, makers and creatives to open their doors for first Berwick Open Studios

Alnwick Lions Club president Tracy Hyslop, vice-president Rick Beaumont, members Gordon Castle and Lucienne Glaiser and dementia nurse Amy Holtom with the bottles in the Lions bookshop. Picture: Jane Coltman

Alnwick Lions back 'Message in a Bottle' campaign

Morpeth Town manager Craig Lynch.

Defeat for Morpeth Town in the FA Trophy
Morpeth Town are out of the FA Trophy after losing 1-0 at home to Dunston UTS on Saturday.
Andrew Coulson

Coun Guy Renner-Thompson at the Berwick Community Hospital site.

Northumberland Tories back calls for an inquiry into troubled new hospital build

A CCTV camera points towards Killingworth Road (northbound) in South Gosforth. Photo: NCJ Media.

Concerns raised about number of facial recognition cameras in North Tyneside

North East mayor Kim McGuinness at Haymarket bus station in Newcastle city centre.

Tory councillors voice concern over mayor’s bus reform plans

Artist Georgie Fay will lead one of the activities and inspired by the KOSB's Mons Tablecloth, artist Cath Campbell invites visitors to sew their signature onto a community co-created artwork.

Heritage Open Days activities and new exhibition opening at Barracks

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has welcomed powers to introduce an overnight levy for visitors to the region.

Mayor welcomes new powers to bring in regional tourist levy

Caroline Tetley and Belle Gormanley pictured during the meet the author event.

Author meet and greet at book shop hailed a 'great success'

Mel Jackson and Teddy.

Woman and dog take on 100-mile charity walk in memory of partner

Mollie King explores London street style

Street style inspires Brits more than celebrities, poll finds

Ellie, outreach support worker from West Northumberland Food Bank and Nick, helpline volunteer.

Northumberland food bank sees surge in families needing help

Young people try out skills at Blyth Tall Ship.

Free engineering and STEM courses to launch in Blyth

East Berwickshire Independent councillor James Anderson.

Councillor’s plea for privacy when out with his children

Sasha Mallo Tardiveau with some of her work.

Photographer Sasha puts everyday Metro life in the picture

Ben Anderson.

Online bookings now open for winter vaccinations

Dr Stuart Watson.

Clinical trial seeking people in region living with bipolar

Northumberland County Council leader Glen Sanderson.

Residents invited to help shape county council’s 2027/28 budget

Andrew Souter, right, and his brother Nelly.

Two-day walk in memory of 'Ganda' to support cancer charity

Northumberland A1 Safety Alliance Campaigner Kezz Petronelli-Stone.

A1 safety campaigner welcomes PM's words but warns action is needed
A campaigner fighting for safety improvements on the A1 in Northumberland has welcomed the Prime Minister’s latest remarks – but warned action is needed soon.
James Robinson

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

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Cllr Glen Sanderson by the A697.

Concerns that 'inadequate' A1 is heaping pressure on A697 after two crashes

Members of the LD:NorthEast team celebrate the launch of C:Me.

Funding to help people with learning disabilities and autism affected by cancer

A pollution incident is being investigated at Blyth South Beach.

Beach-goers urged to avoid water amid pollution investigation

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Ad Feature Over half of UK consumers would let AI buy for them without approval

Seven in 10 said they experienced unexpected benefits when they did something they has been put off

Six in 10 put off improving their lives because it feels too much work

Michelle Birbeck and her nine-year-old daughter Emily, who were involved in a collision on the A1 this weekend. Photo: Michelle Birbeck.

'We were lucky to walk away,' says mum after crash on A1

Steph McGovern met 'The Paint Shop Boys' at Vocational Celebration Day

Ad Feature Vocational Celebration Day puts spotlight on skills and training

A car was stuck in the middle of the A1 trying to turn north out of the Beal junction. Photo: The Northumberland A1 Safety Alliance (NASA).

Fresh safety fears raised after congestion mayhem at busy junction on A1

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Phil Smart with some of the remarkable toy truck models he has spent 70 years collecting.

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