Wallsend2 days agoPlans for £8.5m college expansion set for approvalA report says it will help local people secure energy sector jobs and generate business nearby.2 days ago11 Mar 2026Motorcyclist in his 70s dies in crash with vanThe rider of a white Ducati Multistrada dies in the crash near the Tyne Tunnel Industrial Estate.11 Mar 20267 Mar 2026Sycamore Gap sapling given to Hadrian's Wall fortThe young tree is now growing at Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend, which stands on Hadrian's Wall.7 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Ticket deal between rival bus companies to endThe Coast Road sharing deal is due to end this month after it was introduced during the pandemic.2 Mar 20269 Feb 2026Former mayor 'honoured' by Freedom of BoroughDame Norma Redfearn says she will "cherish" the honour after serving as mayor for 12 years.9 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Metro services resume after cable theftNexus says trains in North Tyneside have resumed after more than four hours.3 Feb 20263 Jan 2026Snow moves into the North East with warning of iceA snow and ice warning is in place until 23:59 GMT on Saturday with ice likely on untreated roads.3 Jan 202624 Dec 2025Woman, 81, dies after being hit by car outside M&SNorthumbria Police asks for witnesses to come forward following the crash on Monday.24 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Murdered teen's family 'overwhelmed' by MBEsAlison Madgin and Carly Barrett say the honour makes them feel "emotional and incredibly proud".24 Dec 2025...