The council leader says "just about every local authority in the country is suffering".

The hubs are due to open in Newcastle and Gateshead in the new year.

Stuart Porthouse welcomes the release after 30 years of surplus mineworker pension funds.

Advocates of the "tourist tax" believe it will drive growth but opponents say it will be a burden.

Tom Christie says powering Newcastle Red Bulls into a glorious new era would be full compensation for missing out on an All Blacks call-up.

The National Trust's proposed Safe Harbour scheme is seen as a potential lifeline for the centre.

Construction workers are back on site at the Berwick hospital under an interim contractor.

Newcastle United are to launch a complaint following the "unacceptable treatment" of their supporters by French police after their side's defeat against Marseille.

Curious Futures is taking over the running of Newcastle Pride after its former owner closed down.

Steven Patterson is barred from all football matches for three years and ordered to pay a £346 fine.

Leicester Tigers boss Geoff Parling reflects on the start he got as a player and coach in Newcastle ahead of Friday's Prem visit.

Title-holders Notts will start the 2026 County Championship with an away game against Somerset, while One-Day Cup winners Worcestershire face Derbyshire in their opening match.

North Tyneside Council says alternative proposals have emerged which it will consider.

A councillor says empty buildings in the park "could be a suitable use" for a campus.