Traffic and Travel live updates: A1 closed in Northumberland after emergency services called to collision
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Sunderland
Over £1m for three North East culture venues in new round of Arts Council investment awards
‘Amazing’ and ‘overjoyed’ – reaction to the news that a Tyneside theatre, dance company and community arts charity will be sharing a total £1.14m investment
Met Office issues weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy downpours in the North East
The Met Office predicts that up to 40mm of rain could fall in less than two hours, with a risk of flash flooding in some areas
Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle from April 26 to May 2
A selection of tributes to people from around the North East who have passed away in the past few weeks
Twisted burglar-rapist nicknamed ‘The Fox’ caught partially by his North East accent 40 years ago
Malcolm Fairley, from Sunderland, has been refused parole three times in recent years
North East Mayoral election LIVE: Updates as count starts for first Mayor of its kind in region
The first ever North East mayor is set to be announced today
A19 delays LIVE: Congestion at Moor Farm roundabout due to reported traffic lights failure
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A19 delays: Reported collision and traffic light fault at Moor Farm roundabout
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Local elections 2024 LIVE: Updates as polls open in votes for local councils, North East Mayor and PCC
Elections are taking place across the North East today
Sunderland Food and Drink Festival announces a summer return with a feast of fun
The city centre festival is on course to deliver some extra-tasty treats for visitors over three days in June with an added side of entertainment
