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Gene tests for newborns as part of national study

Metro train donated to fire crews

Two sites in North East become 'AI growth zone'

Port's 'green' terminal aims to create 12,000 jobs

Healthcare staff accept new deal to end pay row

Woman who took own life traumatised by police raid

Award-nominated writer hopes to make region proud

Park bridge still closed as repair costs evaluated

Tyneside and Northumberland stories you might have missed

Rare butterfly spotted for first time since 1850

Your pictures: Rainbows and Red Arrows

Gaffe gongs: Giving medals for getting it gloriously wrong

Trains adapted to cope with Great North runners

Sailor tells rescuers he was at sea for 45 days

Ex-GP in court over attempted murder and poisoning

Great North Run error medals listed for £5,000

New pharmacies opening in areas hit by closures

Great North Run medals show wrong city and river

Cystic fibrosis swimmer completes lake challenge

First cabin crew recall airline's arrival in 2005

Thousands take part in Great North Run

Thousands race in Great North Run children's event

Bus passengers face second fare rise in months