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April 30, 2025

Sycamore Gap tree accused 'revelled in infamy' court told

TWO men who allegedly carried out a \"moronic mission\" to fell the Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland appeared to have been \"revelling\" in the infamy of their \"mindless vandalism\" and recorded it on a phone, a court heard.

1 min

£20m 'not at risk' says city council

NORTH East council has been given two more years to spend almost £20m of Government money on a new leisure centre hit by a series of delays.

1 min

Demolition plan for unsafe Fish Quay buildings

NORTH Tyneside Council has drawn up plans to demolish unsafe buildings forming part of a historic Fish Quay factory.

1 min

Comedian cancels dates after cancer diagnosis

POPULAR comedian Milton Jones has been forced to cancel and reschedule all of the summer dates in his tour following a diagnosis of prostate cancer.

1 min

Museum shortlisted for £120,000 top arts prize

It feels particularly special as the museum celebrates its 55th anniversary

2 mins

Pair deny blame for 'moronic mission' to fell much-loved tree

TWO men who allegedly carried out a “moronic mission” to fell the world-famous Sycamore Gap tree appeared to have been “revelling” in the infamy of their “mindless vandalism” and recorded it on a phone, a court heard.

5 mins

Two children struck by car

TWO children were taken to hospital after being struck by a car in Newcastle.

1 min

Villages are rated top for short breaks this spring

TWO Northumberland destinations have been named among the best places in the UK to enjoy an unforgettable spring staycation.

1 min

One person hurt in crash

A crash in Sunderland yesterday left one person injured.

1 min

Pioneering epilepsy device developed in the North East

GROUND-BREAKING procedure at a North East hospital has seen surgeons become the first in the UK to implant a new “pacemaker for the brain” to treat epilepsy.

2 mins

Shopping venue inside historic mill up for sale

A HISTORIC mill in Northumberland with 'royal connections' is up for sale, its owner has announced today.

1 min

Mother and son open animal and pet crematorium

A MOTHER and son have opened a new animal and pet crematorium in Northumberland.

1 min

River 'rescue' starts campaign

THE Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) has held a river rescue demonstration to kickstart a national water safety campaign.

2 mins

Woman skydiver killed

A woman has tragically died in a sky diving incident.

1 min

Site proves it is fertile territory for Roman finds

An inch-long phallus discovered during excavations at a Roman fort in Northumberland has been described as a \"wonderful little artefact\".

1 min

Carney claims victory

PRIME minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won Canada’s federal election on Monday, capping a stunning turnaround in fortunes fuelled by United States President Donald Trump's annexation threats and trade war.

1 min

Man denies killing two and dumping remains near Clifton Bridge

A MAN accused of killing two people and dumping their remains in suitcases near the Clifton Suspension Bridge, in Bristol, yesterday pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of one of the victims.

1 min

Rural pub and hotel on market for £750,000

A POPULAR Northumberland pub dating back to the 1700s is up for sale with new property agents as the owner looks to retire.

1 min

Mayor suggests tourist tax plans 'getting there'

PLANS to charge visitors to the North East with a new tourist tax could be edging closer to reality, the region's mayor has suggested.

2 mins

£200m development at port

TEESPORT operator PD Ports is hoping to help create a “significant” number of new jobs after outlining plans for a £200m development for the renewable energy industry.

2 mins

Amazon 'won't list tariff costs next to its prices'

AMAZON is not planning to list added tariff costs next to product prices on its site - despite speculation spanning from a report that claimed the e-commerce giant would soon show new import charges, as well as fiery comments from US President Donald Trump's White House denouncing such a move.

1 min

North East firms 'leading the UK in confidence'

North East business confidence ran counter to the overall UK trend, according to the Lloyds Business Barometer

2 mins

Bank accused of hampering cryptocurrency’s advance

THE Bank of England's “prescriptive” rules could potentially “killing” London’s chances of becoming a global hub for stablecoins, according to a warning from an industry body.

1 min

BP stays cautious as Trump's tariffs bite

BRITISH energy titan BP was forced to scale back its share buyback programme, after President Donald Trump's tariff strategies sent oil prices into a nosedive.

1 min

Oldest surviving part of St James' Park has a story to tell

PERCHED high over the city of Newcastle and undoubtedly one of the UK’s most spectacular sporting locations, St James’ Park’s only visual flaw is its disproportionately small East Stand.

2 mins

Sun-seekers swelter on a distant summer's day

A SUN-DRENCHED summer's day in the 1950s and thousands of day trippers and holidaymakers were packed on to the beach at Tynemouth Longsands.

2 mins

BORN TO BE WILDE

OSCAR WILDE FOUND HIMSELF IN COURT 130 YEARS AGO. MARION MCMULLEN LOOKS AT THE TUMULTUOUS LIFE OF THE WRITER AND WIT

3 mins

Tackling an eyesore

THE transformation of the Fish Quay at North Shields into a destination filled with food and drink venues has been a big success story.

1 min

Chilly dip, anyone?

Make the most of longer days with a paddle or swim at these seaside destinations, By SARAH MARSHALL

1 min

Walk this way...

AS I walked through the forest I suddenly heard a heavenly chorus that seemed for a split second to be putting me on the path to cloud nine.

4 mins

Government's 'no say in Open'

GOLF Downing Street says the hosting of the Open is a matter for the organisers amid claims US President Donald Trump has made repeated requests to Sir Keir Starmer for the 2028 event to be held at his Turnberry course.

1 min

No charges in Johnson death

ICE HOCKEY A professional ice hockey player arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of fellow player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges.

1 min

Fearnley beaten after Spain power-cut

TENNIS Jacob Fearnley fell to defeat against Grigor Dimitrov after their Madrid Open third-round match resumed following Monday's power-cut.

2 mins

Keep the wind-up going, insists Khan

AMIR Khan believes Daniel Dubois should keep winding up Oleksandr Usyk to realise his dream of becoming undisputed world heavyweight champion.

2 mins

Moore finds positives in 'disappointing' U18s defeat to rivals

SUNDERLAND U18 lead coach Jordan Moore admitted “we're a bit disappointed” following Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Newcastle United.

1 min

Le Bris must find a way to get Black Cats back up to speed - and quick

IT’S difficult for fans to summon up any sort of enthusiasm for Sunderland at the moment as they lurch from one defeat to another.

2 mins

Call for dementia support to be looked at by MPs

CAMPAIGNERS are calling on MPs to help tackle what they say is a “scandalous” lack of funding to support the families of footballers diagnosed with dementia.

2 mins

Targett could miss rest of season, says Howe

MATT Targett’s season could be over after the Newcastle United defender suffered a ‘slight’ hamstring issue.

1 min

Isak feeling the weight as he carries heavy goal burden on his own

MAGPIES MUST BRING IN BACK-UP FOR STAR STRIKER

2 mins

Clarke pays tribute to United target Wilson

NEWCASTLE United would be signing an 18-year-old with a big future if they follow up their interest in Hearts striker James Wilson - according to Scotland manager Steve Clarke.

1 min