Northumbrian Water is building a 43-million-litre reservoir, but nearby residents say it is too big.

Research finds brass bands were not all linked to industry - veterans of the Napoleonic Wars played an important role.

Jay Stansfield and Ayumu Yokoyama both scored twice as Birmingham City marched on in the EFL Trophy while Doncaster Rovers, Exeter City and AFC Wimbledon were among the other sides to progress to the knockouts.

Pensioners could receive up to £200 under Middlesbrough Council's plans.

Brian Place urges others to get checked as most have "no idea men could get breast cancer".

Northumberland Wildlife Trust says the Rothbury Estate, which has 12 farms, will be managed for nature.

The council is asking those with knowledge of their area for feedback on the plans for the bypass.

Their victim was left badly bloodied and bruised but did not want to tell police, a court hears.

Two dancers, aged 60 and 53, are performing in a ballet at Newcastle's Northern Stage.

The family of a man who died in a crash say he was the "kindest person you would meet".

Drivers are sent fraudulent messages, while fake QR codes are appearing at car parks, officials say.

Wayne Bryson is sentenced to almost nine years in prison after being found guilty at a trial.