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What used to be The Mushroom in Newcastle is now looking very different with the opening of Dirty Murphys
The cruel trio were armed with an ice pick-style hammer and machete when they targeted the pensioners who were in bed at home
Adventure lovers Adrian and Bethany say there’s a magical Lake District spot that many visitors walk straight past – even though it’s just a short 10-minute stroll from a nearby car park
It's been a quarter of a century since Purely Belter was released and its anniversary is being marked in style
The Magpies are up against it going into the second leg of the Champions League last 16
A range of tasty treats are included in the offer, with no other purchase necessary - here are more details
Greggs are kicking off a UK tour of giveaways with a stop in Newcastle to coincide with the Saturday Night Live UK launch
The petrol retailer group accused ministers of inciting abuse towards workers
The Boe Rigg, based in the village of Charlton, is a popular destination, with its close proximity to Kielder and Northumberland National Park
Newcastle's famous and vibrant Chinatown will soon have a new must try place to go for food in the city centre
