- BBC expert Holly Hamilton explains council tax shake-up as average bill hits £2,392
The BBC consumer expert says the average annual bill is now £2,392 in England as stark rises land on doormats in April
- Amanda Staveley Newcastle United return truth amid £2bn consortium takeover bid claim
Fans have fond memories of Amanda Staveley but suggestions of a return have been played down by Newcastle
- The Northumberland cycle hub and food project helping people live healthier lives
Ashington Cycle Hub relaunch celebrated with community open day
- Asda petrol station cordoned off due to police incident in Northumberland with staff 'left shaken'
Asda Express in Prudhoe was taped off by police following an incident which left members of staff 'shaken'
- 15 of the best North East cafés by the beach to soak up the sun this spring
Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and County Durham have scores of coastal cafés perfect for soaking up the sun if you don't want to get sandy this spring
- Send us your questions for Newcastle City Council local election candidates
ChronicleLive is hosting an election hustings ahead of the May 7 poll that could radically reshape the balance of power on Newcastle City Council
- Northumberland man with knuckleduster said he'd use it if he was 'attacked by ex's family'
Ian Hedley was arrested at work for an unrelated matter when officers found the weapon on his pocket
- Motability mileage slashed to 10k before charge - DWP says change 'to be announced'
The DWP has responded to growing concerns over Motability scheme changes, including a new 10,000-mile cap, as Motability indicates an exceptions process may be introduced
- HMRC says £2,242 in 'unclaimed' cash could be owed to Brits born in these years
A HMRC representative says many young people 'could be sat on a savings payout and not even realise it' - here's what to check
- Spain, Greece, Italy and Portugal rules and bans for anyone going on holiday
The UK Foreign Office has listed several rules to help tourists stay on the right side of the law in countries across Europe - here are some of the main ones
