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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Who attacked the Sycamore Gap tree and for what reason?
Who are Adam Carruthers and Daniel Graham and what possible motive did they have for their action?
£500k fund to replace leaky leisure centre roof
Northumberland County Council agrees to pay for the work to replace the leaking flat roof.
The fate of the Sycamore Gap tree has shed light on a deeper concern
The felling has prompted calls for stricter legal protections for other trees and drawn attention to wider issues
Motorcyclist in 50s dies in crash
A man is on bail after being arrested over the crash near Matfen, Northumbria Police say.
Hard to give advice to grads in changing world - Olusoga
The TV historian says it is "difficult" to offer advice to new graduates in a "very different" world.
Residents' frustration as railway station delayed
Bedlington residents think the town has been left behind, compared to its Northumberland neighbours.
Woman killed in crash between car and motorbikes
A female motorcyclist in her 50s has died following a three-vehicle crash on Sunday.
I was wrongly accused of felling the Sycamore Gap tree
Walter Renwick says he wore a "Rod Stewart" wig to hide while accused of the Sycamore Gap attack.
Tyneside stories you might have missed this week
The Sycamore Gap tree memorial is unveiled and the new Metro trains are pulled from service again.
Water safety warning ahead of school holidays
Firefighters put on a water rescue demonstration at the Newcastle Quayside.
Fishing stories sought for dance performance
Stories from fishing villages in the north-east of England will be turned into a series of dances.
Region's homelessness chronicled by 100 poets
An anthology of 100 poems by 100 North East writers will raise money for people sleeping rough.
Princess Diana coat worn on day of separation sold
The white coat is bought by Graham Greaves from North Tyneside who wants to own "a bit of history".
Estate 'fractured' after bus cut, residents say
Residents say they face isolation after the Q3 service was cut in September.
'Everyone wants to be a bit like Lucy Bronze'
Aston Villa midfielder Lucy Staniforth speaks to BBC Sport about her 20-year friendship with England and Chelsea defender Lucy Bronze - and what makes her a "superstar".
The moment 18 kayakers were rescued from the sea
The kayakers got into trouble when they were blown out to sea by force five winds, the RNLI says.
Meet Ravi - the blind cricket superfan
BBC Sport's Phil Tufnell catches up with Ravi Chahal, a 12-year-old cricket fan who is registered blind, to learn about how his love for cricket started as a Test Match Special listener.
Cinema rolls out 'black carpet' for 28 Years Later
Director Danny Boyle joins actor Alfie Williams at the gala screening at Newcastle's Tyneside.
Fans descend on city for 'local hero' Sam Fender
Thousands of Sam Fender fans descend on Newcastle for the first of three gigs at St James' Park.
Training a new generation of mountain rescue dogs
"We'll hide bodies in unusual places, so the dog?s constantly having to think about the location."
Newcastle explore record deal for Frankfurt's Ekitike
Newcastle are exploring a record deal for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike.
Ross appointed Newcastle head of football strategy
Former Dundee United, Hibernian, St Mirren and Sunderland team boss Jack Ross is appointed as Newcastle United's head of football strategy.
Durham beat Lancashire in Women's T20 Blast
Davina Perrin scores 70 as Bears beat Hampshire to reach women's T20 Blast Finals Day along with The Blaze, while Surrey and Durham also win.
T20 Blast: Surrey seal home quarter-final, Durham beaten
Surrey seal their place in the quarter-finals of the Men's T20 Vitality Blast with a 67-run victory against South Group leaders Somerset.
T20 Blast round-up: Bairstow smashes 116 in Roses win
An extraordinary Friday in the T20 Blast sees Jonny Bairstow smash 116 in the Roses match and the top four sides in North Group go level on points.
Surrey make Finals Day, wins for Bears & Durham
Surrey Women qualify for T20 Blast Finals Day, while there are also crucial wins for Durham and Bears.
Gateshead start season at home to Southend
Relegated Carlisle United and Morecambe are at Woking and Boston at the start of the National League season, while promoted Truro go to Wealdstone.
Newcastle agree £55m fee for Forest winger Elanga
Newcastle United agree a £55m fee with Nottingham Forest for Sweden winger Anthony Elanga.
Felled: The Sycamore Gap Story
Hairy Biker Si King investigates who felled the tree at Sycamore Gap in Northumberland.
What is that thing on Tynemouth beach?
The object can be seen during low tides on Longsands beach - but what is it?
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness answers your calls
Kim McGuinness answers calls from people in the North East as part of a monthly Hot Seat.
Summer in the City returns to Newcastle
Anna Foster finds out more from NE1's Ben Whitfield.
Sailing choir brings sea shanties to the Tyne
Rachel Sweeney reports aboard the ship with the singing crew.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Pardew ready for Metalist threat
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says there will be no surprises from Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League tie.
Kibirige signs Falcons pro deal
Newcastle Falcons winger Zach Kibirige signs a first professional contract at Kingston Park.
RFU trials ref-cam this weekend
The RFU will trial a "ref-cam" during the televised Championship game between Newcastle and London Scottish on Sunday.
Southampton game key - Larsson
Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson thinks Saturday's match with Southampton is important to their survival chances.
Newcastle 1-3 Man City
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Javi Garcia and Yaya Toure earn Manchester City a deserved 3-1 win at Newcastle.
Man Utd 3-1 Sunderland
Manchester United restore their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Sunderland.
O'Neill targets January signings
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says he must strengthen his squad in the January transfer window as they look to avoid relegation.
O'Neill doubters wrong - Ferguson
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says it is "absolutely ridiculous" for anyone to question Martin O'Neill.
Pardew - one win could revive us
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says beating Manchester City on Saturday could revive his team's stuttering Premier League campaign.
Harker to exit Durham post in May
David Harker is to stand down as Durham County Cricket Club chief executive in May 2013 after 20 years in the post.
Smith undaunted by Gateshead task
Anth Smith says he is not daunted by the pressure of taking charge at Blue Square Bet Premier side Gateshead.
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Drought leaves boat dwellers stranded on canal
Boat owners stuck on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal fear they will be unable to move until autumn.
Are taxpayers funding a cost of dying crisis?
Tackling deprivation is crucial in reversing a rise in state-funded funerals, researchers say.
School apology as girl in union jack dress stopped from giving speech
Dad Stuart Field says he is receiving support from people across the globe.
Dad's trauma after 'losing £2,000 in rental scam'
Macben Achianu says he thought he had found the perfect home to rent for him and his three children.
'Indoor cycling changed my life after car crash'
Melissa Power, 39, thought she would never ride again after being hit by a car when she was cycling.
Priest calls out 'entitled' parishioners in poem
Father Pat Brennan wrote a poem suggesting a clique of parishioners were behind dwindling numbers.
City urged to 'come together' after plane crash
A council leader makes the appeal after the second tragedy in Southend-on-Sea within weeks.
Son's plea after soil dumped on man's grave
Freddie Cooper says he found flowers and cards "tossed aside" when he went to visit his dad's grave.
Three wildfires burn in single evening in London
More than 200 London firefighters fight flames in Dagenham, Hornchuch and Walthamstow on Monday.
Teen football referee quits over abuse from parents
Luca Sinclair says he has been shouted at and called names by the parents of players during matches.
Harry Potter studio to build real school for cast
During busy filming periods it will teach up to 600 pupils so they can learn while working.
Zoo to replace tigress killed in mate introduction
Female Amur tiger Valentina was killed by male Pasha when they were placed in the same enclosure.
Source: BBC News
