Newcastle upon Tyne9 hrs agoMural marks Great North Run's 'biggest year'More race places are announced on the day a mural celebrating the event is unveiled in Newcastle.9 hrs ago11 hrs agoFather and son deny GBH after car rammed dinerJohn Sayers and his son attacked a man after a car rammed their family's diner, a court hears.11 hrs ago1 day agoEngland over-75s in training ahead of 1966 rematchThe team, known as the Silver Lions, are training in York ahead of the game at the end of July.1 day ago2 days agoSchool shorts and safety warnings as sun returnsTop tips and PE kits greet the latest soaring temperatures across north-east England and Cumbria.2 days ago2 days agoMetro memories as old trains begin last week in serviceThe fleet is entering its final days in operation, having run since 1980.2 days ago3 days agoTwo boys and man in court charged with murderA 33-year-old man and two boys, aged 14 and 16, appear at Newcastle Magistrates' Court.3 days ago3 days agoTwo boys and man charged with murderThey remain in custody ahead of an appearance at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on Monday.3 days ago4 days agoScaffolding removed from Tyne Bridge's west wallPhotographs reveal another restored section of the Tyne Bridge as scaffolding is removed.4 days ago4 days agoMeet Umber the 'transformational' guide dogThe deputy lord mayor of Newcastle Alistair Chisholm is helped by his assistance dog.4 days ago...