Six patients submitted successful claims to the South Tees trust in the past five years, figures show.

Council planners are recommending approval for the solar farm at Usworth House Farm.

Gateshead Council's head thanks everyone who "worked around the clock" to ensure passenger safety.

Puffins, castles and sunsets all feature in our round-up of pictures shared with us on Instagram.

Ruben Amorim says Manchester United could be drawn into a relegation battle amid "one of the worst moments in our club's history", after a third straight home defeat.

Eddie Howe says Newcastle are playing with confidence after recording only their second league victory at Old Trafford since 1972.

Former West Ham United, Manchester United and Everton manager David Moyes says being awarded an OBE in the King's New Year Honours list is an "incredible honour".

Others being recognised in the north-east of England and Cumbria include a shooter and a vet.

Jenny Coates says the former's president's death has brought up "a lot of memories" of his stay.

Police are appealing for information after the theft in Middlesbrough.

North Tyneside Council hopes a new provider for the Wallsend farm will be in place in early 2025.

A 15-year-old is arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving in Newton Aycliffe.