The Albanian national was given a home on Tyneside in exchange for growing cannabis plants.

Christopher Sharp told others to "push forward" at police during riots on 4 August, a court hears.

A council says it would be 'insensitive' for a planned controlled explosion to take place that day.

Ivy's mum says her daughter could live a "relatively normal" life if her brain tumour is stabilised.

The government says the current system is "unaffordable" but farmers say they face huge tax bills.

Durham and Darlington fire service said the Bonfire Night attacks were "disgusting".

Jason Hoganson, who starred in 1987's Empire State, has now been found by police.

Jake Wray also stopped drivers during the riot to check if they were "English", a court hears.

Melissa Eastick had more than 100 injuries when she died at her ex-partner's home, a court hears.

A knife crime victim's mother says all teams should join Middlesbrough FC in their own campaigns.

The council is urging people to be on their guard after complaints about a dentist scam in Shildon.

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris confirms Chris Rigg and Dan Ballard are set to return to the squad for their Wednesday night trip to Preston North End after injury.

Police arrest three men on suspicion of manslaughter and the production of a Class B drug.

Thomas Kwan injected a toxin that caused a flesh-eating disease, pretending it was a Covid jab.

Middlesbrough win 4-1 at QPR to move up to seventh place in the Championship

Nexus's managing director also says she is "positive" new Metros will operate by the end of year.

Traffic lights at Blyth's Newsham Station are causing delays, but the council says people were warned.

Nick Kemp is now an Independent councillor after resigning as leader amid bullying allegations.