<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Newcastle upon Tyne - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Newcastle upon Tyne with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Gifted, charismatic and passionate amid highs and lows - Keegan obituary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The positivity and vibrancy Kevin Keegan brought made him a cherished figure within the game, writes chief football writer Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gifted-charismatic-and-passionate-amid-highs-and-lows-keegan-obituary/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gifted-charismatic-and-passionate-amid-highs-and-lows-keegan-obituary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-liverpool-and-england-legend-keegan-dies/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-liverpool-and-england-legend-keegan-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum said driver would kill her before fatal crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jade Duncan made terrified calls to a friend shortly before Sean Hogan crashed, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mum-said-driver-would-kill-her-before-fatal-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mum-said-driver-would-kill-her-before-fatal-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nasova stays in Fiji as Newcastle move called off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fijian star Joji Nasova's Newcastle switch falls through after the Red Bulls agreed to release him from his contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nasova-stays-in-fiji-as-newcastle-move-called-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nasova-stays-in-fiji-as-newcastle-move-called-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three arrests on suspicion of attempted murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 20-year-old man and two teenagers are being questioned, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-arrests-on-suspicion-of-attempted-murder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-arrests-on-suspicion-of-attempted-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caravans ordered to move from historic fort site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prosecution could follow if the encampment does not leave the site, North Tyneside Council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/caravans-ordered-to-move-from-historic-fort-site/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/caravans-ordered-to-move-from-historic-fort-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies in water off the coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both men, aged in their 20s, were recovered from the water by emergency services, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-dies-in-water-off-the-coast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-dies-in-water-off-the-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-councillor spared jail over sexual assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thom Campion subjected the woman to a "terrifying and completely unwanted" attack, a judge says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-councillor-spared-jail-over-sexual-assault/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-councillor-spared-jail-over-sexual-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planning change plea to protect swift population]]></title><description><![CDATA[The campaign in Newcastle follows damage to swift nests in neighbouring South Tyneside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/planning-change-plea-to-protect-swift-population/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/planning-change-plea-to-protect-swift-population/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man injured in dockside crane 'collapse']]></title><description><![CDATA[Emergency services attend the Port of Tyne after a crane "collided" with a container ship, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-injured-in-dockside-crane-collapse/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-injured-in-dockside-crane-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seagrass plants feared dead survived winter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seagrass at the River Aln appear healthy as work enters its final months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seagrass-plants-feared-dead-survived-winter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seagrass-plants-feared-dead-survived-winter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linger on landscapes as summer holidays start]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers snap some beautifully sunny scenery across the North East and Cumbria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/linger-on-landscapes-as-summer-holidays-start/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/linger-on-landscapes-as-summer-holidays-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aquafit helps woman back into work after 14 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amy Mercer, from Hebburn, says the pool exercise helped give her independence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/aquafit-helps-woman-back-into-work-after-14-years/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/aquafit-helps-woman-back-into-work-after-14-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full wildlife rescue centre shut to new animals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blyth Wildlife Centre temporarily closes to new arrivals as it is currently full to capacity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-wildlife-rescue-centre-shut-to-new-animals/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-wildlife-rescue-centre-shut-to-new-animals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nursery closure fears prompts protest]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside Council is consulting on childcare services but parents fear cuts are likely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nursery-closure-fears-prompts-protest/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nursery-closure-fears-prompts-protest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our girl was failed from first day to last']]></title><description><![CDATA[David Moore says the treatment his teenage daughter Emily received before her death was "inhumane".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-girl-was-failed-from-first-day-to-last/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-girl-was-failed-from-first-day-to-last/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blaze thump Durham by 10 wickets to win T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international Tammy Beaumont makes an unbeaten half-century as The Blaze beat Durham to lift the Women's T20 Blast title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-thump-durham-by-10-wickets-to-win-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-thump-durham-by-10-wickets-to-win-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham into Blast final with upset win over Hants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian all-rounder Heather Graham plays a starring role as Durham beat Hampshire to reach the final of the Women's T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-into-blast-final-with-upset-win-over-hants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-into-blast-final-with-upset-win-over-hants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How have missed targets affected Newcastle's summer rebuild?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United have missed out on Johan Manzambi and Victor Munoz this summer, but the club are targeting players who are "desperate" to join.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-have-missed-targets-affected-newcastles-summer-rebuild/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-have-missed-targets-affected-newcastles-summer-rebuild/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leaky pipes may explain years-long bay pollution]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Environment Agency has rated Cullercoat's water quality as "poor" since 2018.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leaky-pipes-may-explain-years-long-bay-pollution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leaky-pipes-may-explain-years-long-bay-pollution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aldridge chosen as Durham's One-Day Cup captain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kasey Aldridge will replace Alex Lees as captain for Durham's One-Day Cup campaign, which starts on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/aldridge-chosen-as-durhams-one-day-cup-captain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/aldridge-chosen-as-durhams-one-day-cup-captain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bid to build replacement for closed school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland County Council asks the government to fund a new school building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-build-replacement-for-closed-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-build-replacement-for-closed-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flyover demolition 'passes' halfway point]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rubble from the A167 structure weighs the same as more than 3,000 elephants, the council claims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flyover-demolition-passes-halfway-point/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flyover-demolition-passes-halfway-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Scotland defender McLauchlan]]></title><description><![CDATA[WSL 2 side Newcastle United sign defender Rachel McLauchlan from Brighton for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-scotland-defender-mclauchlan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-scotland-defender-mclauchlan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University loan to safeguard photography archive]]></title><description><![CDATA[AmberSide Trust say the move will help safeguard the archive and allow for greater public access.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-loan-to-safeguard-photography-archive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-loan-to-safeguard-photography-archive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As Starmer's star dims, what part has our region played?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Sir Keir Starmer prepares to vacate Number 10 for Andy Burnham, what is his legacy in the region?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/as-starmers-star-dims-what-part-has-our-region-played/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/as-starmers-star-dims-what-part-has-our-region-played/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mocking regional accents is last form of acceptable discrimination, says MP]]></title><description><![CDATA[MPs debated how prejudice against strong regional accents could affect social mobility in Westminster Hall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mocking-regional-accents-is-last-form-of-acceptable-discrimination-says-mp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mocking-regional-accents-is-last-form-of-acceptable-discrimination-says-mp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three charged following street attack death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Beston died in hospital weeks after sustaining serious head injuries, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-charged-following-street-attack-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-charged-following-street-attack-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search for teen kayaker missing at sea called off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Henry is believed to have died at sea after his craft capsized off the Northumberland coast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/search-for-teen-kayaker-missing-at-sea-called-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/search-for-teen-kayaker-missing-at-sea-called-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All-rounder Raine extends Durham contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham all-rounder Ben Raine extends his contract through to the end of the 2028 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/all-rounder-raine-extends-durham-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/all-rounder-raine-extends-durham-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes set for first game since England retirement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Ben Stokes is set to play for Durham against Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-set-for-first-game-since-england-retirement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-set-for-first-game-since-england-retirement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happened to David Batty, who shook off penalty miss against Argentina?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder David Batty quickly shook off his penalty miss against Argentina in 1998. As the two teams prepare to meet in the World Cup knockout stage again, BBC Sport asks: what happened to him?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-happened-to-david-batty-who-shook-off-penalty-miss-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-happened-to-david-batty-who-shook-off-penalty-miss-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Rabbits spring up as art trail unveiled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Decorated Peter Rabbit sculptures are spread throughout Newcastle and North Tyneside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/peter-rabbits-spring-up-as-art-trail-unveiled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/peter-rabbits-spring-up-as-art-trail-unveiled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heating oil customers to get compensation after price hikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cost of heating oil spiked following the US-Israel war with Iran which forced up crude prices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heating-oil-customers-to-get-compensation-after-price-hikes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heating-oil-customers-to-get-compensation-after-price-hikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor's bus takeover &pound;100m more than expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[Auditors say plans for North East bus franchising did not include staff costs but remain affordable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayors-bus-takeover-pound100m-more-than-expected/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayors-bus-takeover-pound100m-more-than-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers wade through river to battle weeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two volunteers at Holywell Dene pull out Himalayan balsam plants on the riverbank.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/volunteers-wade-through-river-to-battle-weeds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/volunteers-wade-through-river-to-battle-weeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Father and son cleared of GBH after car hit diner]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Henry Sayers senior, 62, and John Henry Sayers junior, 29, are acquited following a trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/father-and-son-cleared-of-gbh-after-car-hit-diner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/father-and-son-cleared-of-gbh-after-car-hit-diner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury retires in teen's hospital death inquest]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 11 jurors will determine how Emily Moore, 18, died and whether care failings were a factor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jury-retires-in-teens-hospital-death-inquest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jury-retires-in-teens-hospital-death-inquest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National park secures volunteer programme funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lottery money will allow Northumberland National Park to recruit and train more volunteers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/national-park-secures-volunteer-programme-funding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/national-park-secures-volunteer-programme-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flats approved at fashion brand's first building]]></title><description><![CDATA[The upper floors of LD Mountain Centre in Newcastle, where Berghaus started, will become 10 flats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flats-approved-at-fashion-brands-first-building/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flats-approved-at-fashion-brands-first-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actor and cricketer given degree honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Actress Jill Halfpenny and England cricketer Mark Wood are recognised by Northumbria University.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/actor-and-cricketer-given-degree-honours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/actor-and-cricketer-given-degree-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham end T20 campaign with loss at Lancs - round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, while Hampshire seal a home tie in the last eight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-end-t20-campaign-with-loss-at-lancs-round-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-end-t20-campaign-with-loss-at-lancs-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham beaten by Lancs as Blaze also win in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and The Blaze warm up for Friday's T20 Blast finals day with wins in their final group stage games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-beaten-by-lancs-as-blaze-also-win-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-beaten-by-lancs-as-blaze-also-win-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quirke gets England call-up for Argentina clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scrum-half Raffi Quirke is called into the England squad for Saturday's Nations Championship match against Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/quirke-gets-england-call-up-for-argentina-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/quirke-gets-england-call-up-for-argentina-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roman 1,600-year-old 'guardian spirit' discovered]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sculpture of a Genius is discovered at the Vindolanda archaeological site in Hexham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/roman-1600-year-old-guardian-spirit-discovered/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/roman-1600-year-old-guardian-spirit-discovered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sober events 'not a trend but here to stay']]></title><description><![CDATA[Conscious Clubbing organiser Lindsay Hamburg says the North East's sober community is growing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sober-events-not-a-trend-but-here-to-stay/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sober-events-not-a-trend-but-here-to-stay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar panel firm calls for future policy certainty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bosses say they want to expand but need to know what the government's future green policies will be.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/solar-panel-firm-calls-for-future-policy-certainty/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/solar-panel-firm-calls-for-future-policy-certainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man decks out decking despite wife's disapproval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football-obsessed Alfie Patterson from Blyth, Northumberland, has gone England mad in his garden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-decks-out-decking-despite-wifes-disapproval/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-decks-out-decking-despite-wifes-disapproval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artwork marks 100th anniversary of general strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Art by North Tyneside Art Studio depicts the North East's connection to the 1926 strike.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/artwork-marks-100th-anniversary-of-general-strike/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/artwork-marks-100th-anniversary-of-general-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We don't need a title to be a town of culture']]></title><description><![CDATA[Only Stockton in north-east England and Cumbria is still in the running for the inaugural title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/we-dont-need-a-title-to-be-a-town-of-culture/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/we-dont-need-a-title-to-be-a-town-of-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hockey star's praise for group that helped her]]></title><description><![CDATA[Great Britain player Iona Harrison praises Power Through Sport as it celebrates its 10th year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hockey-stars-praise-for-group-that-helped-her/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hockey-stars-praise-for-group-that-helped-her/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Toadal wipeout' as parkrun disruption continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[A parkrun in Northumberland is cancelled for the fourth week in a row because toads are on the track.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toadal-wipeout-as-parkrun-disruption-continues/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toadal-wipeout-as-parkrun-disruption-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As England braces for Haaland, can we claim his name?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striker Haaland's name highlights the connection between Old Norse and Old English, academics say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/as-england-braces-for-haaland-can-we-claim-his-name/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/as-england-braces-for-haaland-can-we-claim-his-name/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Durham beat Derbys to stay in hunt, Lancs win Roses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and Gloucestershire become the latest sides to reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast on a busy night of action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-durham-beat-derbys-to-stay-in-hunt-lancs-win-roses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-durham-beat-derbys-to-stay-in-hunt-lancs-win-roses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blaze and Durham complete Finals Day line-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blaze beat Somerset by seven wickets in the T20 Blast, a result that guarantees a semi-final spot for them and Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-and-durham-complete-finals-day-line-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-and-durham-complete-finals-day-line-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds at cathedral for police officer's funeral]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle falls silent for 19-year-old PC Jess Turnbull who was killed in a crash while on duty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-at-cathedral-for-police-officers-funeral/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-at-cathedral-for-police-officers-funeral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal encampment returns to seafront site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group returns to a site near Whitley Bay's Spanish City which they had been moved from days ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/illegal-encampment-returns-to-seafront-site/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/illegal-encampment-returns-to-seafront-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead visit Eastleigh in National League opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 National League fixtures have been revealed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-visit-eastleigh-in-national-league-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-visit-eastleigh-in-national-league-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform win resignation by-election by five votes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The by-election follows the resignation of a councillor two weeks after she was elected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-win-resignation-by-election-by-five-votes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-win-resignation-by-election-by-five-votes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outdoor centre closure 'will hit next generation']]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaigners are continuing their fight to save High Borrans at Windermere in the Lake District.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/outdoor-centre-closure-will-hit-next-generation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/outdoor-centre-closure-will-hit-next-generation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's going on at Newcastle with Guimaraes' future in doubt?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes joined Newcastle in January 2022 and hoped to fulfil all his ambitions at the club. If he leaves to join Arsenal, what does it mean for the Magpies' direction?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/whats-going-on-at-newcastle-with-guimaraes-future-in-doubt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/whats-going-on-at-newcastle-with-guimaraes-future-in-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sea search for teenager after kayak capsizes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say a kayak carrying two men capsized and one man was rescued by the Coastguard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sea-search-for-teenager-after-kayak-capsizes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sea-search-for-teenager-after-kayak-capsizes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care failures contributed to teen's death - expert]]></title><description><![CDATA[A psychiatrist tells jurors Emily Moore's risk to herself was heightened by multiple factors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/care-failures-contributed-to-teens-death-expert/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/care-failures-contributed-to-teens-death-expert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICC contacts ECB over Stokes retirement video]]></title><description><![CDATA[The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is contacted by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Ben Stokes&rsquo; retirement announcement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/icc-contacts-ecb-over-stokes-retirement-video/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/icc-contacts-ecb-over-stokes-retirement-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council probe finds bad behaviour 'normalised']]></title><description><![CDATA[An independent review commissioned in 2024 into how Newcastle City Council was run, is published.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-probe-finds-bad-behaviour-normalised/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-probe-finds-bad-behaviour-normalised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work to shore up storm-damaged coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[The &pound;1.5m scheme at Craster aims to protect the coastline and the nearby wastewater pumping station.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-to-shore-up-storm-damaged-coast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-to-shore-up-storm-damaged-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rochdale sign South Shields midfielder Jenkins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rochdale sign midfielder Will Jenkins from National League North side South Shields on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rochdale-sign-south-shields-midfielder-jenkins/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rochdale-sign-south-shields-midfielder-jenkins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-newcastle-target-manzambi-is-in-demand/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-newcastle-target-manzambi-is-in-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Carse set for first match since Ashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brydon Carse is named in the Durham squad for their T20 Blast match against Leicestershire, in what would be his first game for six months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-carse-set-for-first-match-since-ashes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-carse-set-for-first-match-since-ashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road under flyover in 'no condition' to reopen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council says no decision on the road's long-term future has been made.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/road-under-flyover-in-no-condition-to-reopen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/road-under-flyover-in-no-condition-to-reopen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public asked to shape future of bus services]]></title><description><![CDATA[People in the North East are asked for views on plans to bring 500 routes back under public control.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-asked-to-shape-future-of-bus-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-asked-to-shape-future-of-bus-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Brave' boy died trying to save friend in river]]></title><description><![CDATA[A coroner praises Aras Rudzianskas, 13, who died trying to help David Radut, 14, in the River Tyne.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brave-boy-died-trying-to-save-friend-in-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brave-boy-died-trying-to-save-friend-in-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alan Carr is keeping one unwanted item from his castle auction – see what was sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[A concrete cow was the only one of the hundreds of items from Ayton Castle that failed to find a buyer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/alan-carr-is-keeping-one-unwanted-item-from-his-castle-auction-see-what-was-sold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/alan-carr-is-keeping-one-unwanted-item-from-his-castle-auction-see-what-was-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal encampment told to move from seafront spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police and council staff tell a group which arrived at the weekend to leave the Whitley Bay site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/illegal-encampment-told-to-move-from-seafront-spot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/illegal-encampment-told-to-move-from-seafront-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle closing in on signing of Ajax's Steur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-closing-in-on-signing-of-ajaxs-steur/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-closing-in-on-signing-of-ajaxs-steur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anti-social crime leaves town 'like the Wild West']]></title><description><![CDATA[Locals say they are being terrorised despite authorities' claims of targeting criminal behaviour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/anti-social-crime-leaves-town-like-the-wild-west/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/anti-social-crime-leaves-town-like-the-wild-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff failed to note teen's dad's concerned call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emily's dad called her ward to report fears hours before she injured herself, an inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-failed-to-note-teens-dads-concerned-call/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-failed-to-note-teens-dads-concerned-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restoration of river bank saltmarshes begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Groundwork North East and Cumbria says the scheme will improve water quality and biodiversity]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/restoration-of-river-bank-saltmarshes-begins/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/restoration-of-river-bank-saltmarshes-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Art charity folds over funding struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Light Art announces it is closing after a bid for funding was turned down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/art-charity-folds-over-funding-struggles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/art-charity-folds-over-funding-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spinner Parkinson signs Durham deal extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Left-arm spin bowler Callum Parkinson will spend a fourth season with Durham after signing a one-year contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spinner-parkinson-signs-durham-deal-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spinner-parkinson-signs-durham-deal-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham seal &pound;100m move for Newcastle's Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham complete the signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a club-record fee which could reach &pound;100m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tottenham-seal-pound100m-move-for-newcastles-tonali/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tottenham-seal-pound100m-move-for-newcastles-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project to photograph county's 'last craftsmen']]></title><description><![CDATA[A Northumberland photographer is looking for blacksmiths, lobster pot makers, beekeepers and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/project-to-photograph-countys-last-craftsmen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/project-to-photograph-countys-last-craftsmen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Yorks beat Foxes, Durham lose to Notts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Lyth strikes an undefeated 131 from 63 balls &ndash; the highest score of this year's Vitality Blast &ndash; as Yorkshire beat Leicestershire Foxes at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-durham-lose-to-notts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-durham-lose-to-notts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Toure for £43m - what will he bring to club?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United reporter Ciaran Kelly looks at why the club have bought forward Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim for &pound;43m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-toure-for-43m-what-will-he-bring-to-club/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-toure-for-43m-what-will-he-bring-to-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record numbers take part in Great North 10k]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spectators cheered on the 13,000 competitors as they raced past many city landmarks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/record-numbers-take-part-in-great-north-10k/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/record-numbers-take-part-in-great-north-10k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Floral feast for the senses as weather cools]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the hazy days of summer continue, BBC Weather Watchers capture images of colourful blooms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/floral-feast-for-the-senses-as-weather-cools/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/floral-feast-for-the-senses-as-weather-cools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Civil service 'hated' A1 dualling plan, ex-MP says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Transport Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan says the Civil Service "hated" the A1 dualling plan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/civil-service-hated-a1-dualling-plan-ex-mp-says/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/civil-service-hated-a1-dualling-plan-ex-mp-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has stopping a school's merger really saved it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to shut a North Tyneside school are being halted but it could just be delaying the inevitable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/has-stopping-a-schools-merger-really-saved-it/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/has-stopping-a-schools-merger-really-saved-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If anti-social behaviour is falling, why does it feel like such a problem?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reports are falling across the North East and Cumbria, but some say stats do not tell the full story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/if-anti-social-behaviour-is-falling-why-does-it-feel-like-such-a-problem/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/if-anti-social-behaviour-is-falling-why-does-it-feel-like-such-a-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire earn thrilling win over Durham - T20 Blast round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notts Outlaws stay top of the T20 Blast North Group as Olly Stone holds his nerve with the ball in the final over to beat Lancashire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/yorkshire-earn-thrilling-win-over-durham-t20-blast-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/yorkshire-earn-thrilling-win-over-durham-t20-blast-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surrey beat Blaze to go top as Durham win to go third]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey beat The Blaze to go top of the Women's T20 Blast group table, while Yorkshire get their first win by beating Somerset.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/surrey-beat-blaze-to-go-top-as-durham-win-to-go-third/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/surrey-beat-blaze-to-go-top-as-durham-win-to-go-third/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers urged to avoid town centre during closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Park Lane roundabout will close from 25 July, as part of works to tear down the Gateshead Flyover.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drivers-urged-to-avoid-town-centre-during-closure/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drivers-urged-to-avoid-town-centre-during-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chapman signs new deal at Gateshead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead midfielder Harry Chapman signs a one-year contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chapman-signs-new-deal-at-gateshead/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chapman-signs-new-deal-at-gateshead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GP surgery remains closed after roof lead stolen]]></title><description><![CDATA[No date is being given for when repairs will start to allow the surgery in Rowlands Gill to reopen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gp-surgery-remains-closed-after-roof-lead-stolen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gp-surgery-remains-closed-after-roof-lead-stolen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nhs-to-reward-people-who-walk-30-minutes-a-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nhs-to-reward-people-who-walk-30-minutes-a-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds call to save outdoor education centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition is launched after North Tyneside Council says it will close High Borrans this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-call-to-save-outdoor-education-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-call-to-save-outdoor-education-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After World Cup goals are last year's signings finally set to deliver for Newcastle?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa both struggled in their first season at Newcastle, but five goals between at the World Cup them suggest things will be different next term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/after-world-cup-goals-are-last-years-signings-finally-set-to-deliver-for-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/after-world-cup-goals-are-last-years-signings-finally-set-to-deliver-for-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are more Orcas being spotted off Northumberland?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Killer whales have been spotted more frequently off the coast of Northumberland, but scientists aren't sure why]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-are-more-orcas-being-spotted-off-northumberland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-are-more-orcas-being-spotted-off-northumberland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Devolution can't be limited to mayors, leader says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colin Ferguson says "fair funding" for local government needs to be higher on theagenda.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/devolution-cant-be-limited-to-mayors-leader-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/devolution-cant-be-limited-to-mayors-leader-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans to demolish vandal-hit rehearsal hall backed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Knocking down Sinfonia House in Jesmond is "cautiously welcomed", councillors say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-to-demolish-vandal-hit-rehearsal-hall-backed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-to-demolish-vandal-hit-rehearsal-hall-backed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager's hospital move 'unusual and concerning']]></title><description><![CDATA[Emily Moore's transition from child to adult care contradicted guidelines, an inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenagers-hospital-move-unusual-and-concerning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenagers-hospital-move-unusual-and-concerning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tonali's sale to Spurs - are Newcastle on wrong side of history with rules?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With midfielder Sandro Tonali set to join Tottenham for &pound;100m, the Newcastle side has been taken apart over the past year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tonalis-sale-to-spurs-are-newcastle-on-wrong-side-of-history-with-rules/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tonalis-sale-to-spurs-are-newcastle-on-wrong-side-of-history-with-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff end school strikes over pupil behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Union members end their industrial action at Haydon Bridge High School amid talks with new bosses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-end-school-strikes-over-pupil-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-end-school-strikes-over-pupil-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young forward Baker signs new Newcastle contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls tie down young second-row forward Finn Baker to a new three-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/young-forward-baker-signs-new-newcastle-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/young-forward-baker-signs-new-newcastle-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Chronic back pain put my life on hold - now I have hope']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Naylor, whose active lifestyle has been impacted by back pain, has surgery that could cure it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chronic-back-pain-put-my-life-on-hold-now-i-have-hope/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chronic-back-pain-put-my-life-on-hold-now-i-have-hope/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs agree deal worth up to &pound;100m for Newcastle's Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur agree a deal worth up to &pound;100m with Newcastle United for midfielder Sandro Tonali.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spurs-agree-deal-worth-up-to-pound100m-for-newcastles-tonali/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spurs-agree-deal-worth-up-to-pound100m-for-newcastles-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish baths saved after operator found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle's City Baths will be run by GLL after its previous operator entered administration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/turkish-baths-saved-after-operator-found/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/turkish-baths-saved-after-operator-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic Turkish baths saved after operator found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle's City Baths will be run by GLL after its previous operator entered administration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/historic-turkish-baths-saved-after-operator-found/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/historic-turkish-baths-saved-after-operator-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two people die in house fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 40s and a woman in her 70s died at the scene, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-people-die-in-house-fire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-people-die-in-house-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle learn Challenge Cup assignments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton and Bath will compete for points in the same tough Champions Cup pool next season, having been drawn alongside the Pretoria-based Bulls and Top 14 runners-up Montpellier, while Leicester will face Leinster, Bristol against Bordeaux-Begles, and Saracens and Exeter are in the same group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-learn-challenge-cup-assignments/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-learn-challenge-cup-assignments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Death of man found in river not suspicious, say police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say a woman arrested in connection with Dean Larvin's death will face no further action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/death-of-man-found-in-river-not-suspicious-say-police/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/death-of-man-found-in-river-not-suspicious-say-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gulf War prisoner pays tribute to late MP]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Nichol says Tynemouth's ex-MP Sir Neville Trotter helped his parents during "dark times".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gulf-war-prisoner-pays-tribute-to-late-mp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gulf-war-prisoner-pays-tribute-to-late-mp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan to close and merge primary school halted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to close Hazlewood School and merge it with Greenfields are halted, but not fully scrapped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plan-to-close-and-merge-primary-school-halted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plan-to-close-and-merge-primary-school-halted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle and Villa among Premier League clubs fined by Uefa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have been fined 22.5m euros (&pound;19.4m) by Uefa for a "significant breach" of its squad-cost rule for 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-and-villa-among-premier-league-clubs-fined-by-uefa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-and-villa-among-premier-league-clubs-fined-by-uefa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on £28m arts hub revamp to begin in autumn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work on a &pound;28.4m scheme to transform The Maltings in Berwick is to get under way in the autumn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-on-28m-arts-hub-revamp-to-begin-in-autumn/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-on-28m-arts-hub-revamp-to-begin-in-autumn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council to shut outdoor education centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Tyneside Council owns High Borrans Outdoor Education Centre but is closing the site this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-to-shut-outdoor-education-centre/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-to-shut-outdoor-education-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen improved after move from 'hell-hole' hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emily Moore was happier after leaving a trust's care but worried about returning, an inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-improved-after-move-from-hell-hole-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-improved-after-move-from-hell-hole-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham flattered by Stokes' kind words - Campbell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham head coach Ryan Campbell says that everyone at the club was flattered by the way departing England captain Ben Stokes spoke about his county.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-flattered-by-stokes-kind-words-campbell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-flattered-by-stokes-kind-words-campbell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Royal' Metro preserved for future generations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The vehicle - which once carried Queen Elizabeth II - will be exhibited in Washington.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-metro-preserved-for-future-generations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-metro-preserved-for-future-generations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal poised - can Newcastle convince Guimaraes for a second time?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes has been Newcastle United's leader, but Arsenal are lurking with intent and could soon try to prise him away. What happens next, and could he yet stay put?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arsenal-poised-can-newcastle-convince-guimaraes-for-a-second-time/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arsenal-poised-can-newcastle-convince-guimaraes-for-a-second-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PC was closing road when car hit her, inquest hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jess Turnbull suffered "catastrophic" injuries while responding to a separate crash, an inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pc-was-closing-road-when-car-hit-her-inquest-hears/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pc-was-closing-road-when-car-hit-her-inquest-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Row breaks out over plans for new city flats]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1,500 people sign a petition calling for Newcastle City Council to rethink its verdict.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/row-breaks-out-over-plans-for-new-city-flats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/row-breaks-out-over-plans-for-new-city-flats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after boy, 4, hurt in hit-and-run]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 20-year-old man is arrested over the crash in South Shields at the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-arrested-after-boy-4-hurt-in-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-arrested-after-boy-4-hurt-in-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roofer finds photo of son he hid under slates in 2002]]></title><description><![CDATA[He says he left 10 secret "time capsule" pictures of his family under slates in the North East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/roofer-finds-photo-of-son-he-hid-under-slates-in-2002/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/roofer-finds-photo-of-son-he-hid-under-slates-in-2002/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham thump Middlesex, Kent stun Hants in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half-centuries from Daniel Bell-Drummond and Sam Billings inspire Kent to victory over South Group leaders Hampshire in the T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-thump-middlesex-kent-stun-hants-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-thump-middlesex-kent-stun-hants-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hants extend lead, Blaze go second in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire beat Durham to move two points clear at the top of the Women's T20 table, while The Blaze go second with victory against Essex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hants-extend-lead-blaze-go-second-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hants-extend-lead-blaze-go-second-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police hunt man after woman raped on city common]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they were told a woman in her 40s had been raped on Tuesday by a man on Newcastle Town Moor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-hunt-man-after-woman-raped-on-city-common/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-hunt-man-after-woman-raped-on-city-common/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's street watch growing five years on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Newcastle group helped 59 people in one evening and now has an influx of volunteers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-street-watch-growing-five-years-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-street-watch-growing-five-years-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkrun off for second week due to migrating frogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The parkrun co-director says the event is a "bit stuck" as the migration is taking long than usual.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkrun-off-for-second-week-due-to-migrating-frogs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkrun-off-for-second-week-due-to-migrating-frogs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Excavated Roman board game revived by 3D printing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vindolanda says the 3D printed board game helps make the Roman fort more accessible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/excavated-roman-board-game-revived-by-3d-printing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/excavated-roman-board-game-revived-by-3d-printing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunshine and storms bring stunning skies]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers share images from this week's heatwave and its stormy follow-up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunshine-and-storms-bring-stunning-skies/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunshine-and-storms-bring-stunning-skies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal poised to make Guimaraes offer after talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are poised to make an offer for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes after exploratory talks over potential moves for the Brazil midfielder and team-mate Sandro Tonali.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arsenal-poised-to-make-guimaraes-offer-after-talks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arsenal-poised-to-make-guimaraes-offer-after-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's T20 Blast: Durham beat Somerset]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire provide arguably the shock of this season's Women's T20 Blast as they move off bottom spot by beating high-flying Surrey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-t20-blast-durham-beat-somerset/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-t20-blast-durham-beat-somerset/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead defender Williams signs new one-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead centre-back Ben Williams signs a new one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-defender-williams-signs-new-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-defender-williams-signs-new-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman completes 24-hour track challenge for school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Dodd is raising money for a flat where pupils at Hexham Priory School can learn life skills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-completes-24-hour-track-challenge-for-school/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-completes-24-hour-track-challenge-for-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderbolts &amp; lightning: Your pictures]]></title><description><![CDATA[North-east England and Cumbria are lit up by dramatic electrical display during thunder storms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/thunderbolts-amp-lightning-your-pictures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/thunderbolts-amp-lightning-your-pictures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School closed after lightning strikes building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Churchill Community College in Wallsend is closed to students after lightning struck the building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-closed-after-lightning-strikes-building/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-closed-after-lightning-strikes-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden eagle released in conservation project shot with 17 pellets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gamekeepers in the Lammermuir Hills spotted the bird with damaged wings around the beginning of June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/golden-eagle-released-in-conservation-project-shot-with-17-pellets/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/golden-eagle-released-in-conservation-project-shot-with-17-pellets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cafe with neurodivergent staff burgled overnight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sea Change cafe in South Shields is assessing the damage after its till and charity box were stolen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cafe-with-neurodivergent-staff-burgled-overnight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cafe-with-neurodivergent-staff-burgled-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I started a business and escaped the post-uni jobs race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Universities look to improve the chances of graduates finding jobs without the need for more study.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-started-a-business-and-escaped-the-post-uni-jobs-race/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-started-a-business-and-escaped-the-post-uni-jobs-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Operator found for park cafe closed by council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local doughnut chain Deep North is poised to take over the site in Newcastle'sExhibition Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/operator-found-for-park-cafe-closed-by-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/operator-found-for-park-cafe-closed-by-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity campaign to tackle veteran mental health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veterans at Ease launch a fundraising campaign to provide more peer-to-peer therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-campaign-to-tackle-veteran-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-campaign-to-tackle-veteran-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No basis' for murderers to challenge convictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tyneside drugs gang members Youssef Wynne and Josh Hawthorn's sentences are upheld by appeal judges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/no-basis-for-murderers-to-challenge-convictions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/no-basis-for-murderers-to-challenge-convictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead sign Sunderland youngster Lavery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead sign defender Tommy Lavery from Sunderland on a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-sunderland-youngster-lavery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-sunderland-youngster-lavery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign experienced wing Kok]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls sign experienced wing Werner Kok on a one-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-experienced-wing-kok/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-experienced-wing-kok/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-deputy fire chief claims he was 'scapegoated']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jim McNeil, who retired after being suspended, says he did not help oversee a culture of bullying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-deputy-fire-chief-claims-he-was-scapegoated/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-deputy-fire-chief-claims-he-was-scapegoated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group's work to continue despite end to funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead's Tada community project ends after five years but says its work will continue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/groups-work-to-continue-despite-end-to-funding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/groups-work-to-continue-despite-end-to-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olympic and Paralympic stars back Northern Games bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of current and former British Olympians and Paralympians back a proposed north of England bid to host the Games, claiming it has "a passion for sport like no other place".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/olympic-and-paralympic-stars-back-northern-games-bid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/olympic-and-paralympic-stars-back-northern-games-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedingham stars as leaders Durham defeat Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Bedingham scores an unbeaten century as leaders Durham defeat Northamptonshire by six wickets in their County Championship match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bedingham-stars-as-leaders-durham-defeat-northants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bedingham-stars-as-leaders-durham-defeat-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council warns public about potentially toxic toys]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland County Council says counterfeit Squishy Dumplings toys have not passed safety tests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-warns-public-about-potentially-toxic-toys/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-warns-public-about-potentially-toxic-toys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro memories as old trains begin last week in service]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fleet is entering its final days in operation, having run since 1980.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-memories-as-old-trains-begin-last-week-in-service/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-memories-as-old-trains-begin-last-week-in-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes &amp; Atkinson 'blameless for violent conduct']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached &ldquo;contractual obligations&rdquo; but were blameless for &ldquo;violent conduct&rdquo; in a London nightclub, according to an investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-amp-atkinson-blameless-for-violent-conduct/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-amp-atkinson-blameless-for-violent-conduct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two boys and man in court charged with murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 33-year-old man and two boys, aged 14 and 16, appear at Newcastle Magistrates' Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-boys-and-man-in-court-charged-with-murder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-boys-and-man-in-court-charged-with-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen's care caused family 'sorrow and frustration']]></title><description><![CDATA[The death of 18-year-old Emily Moore in a mental health hospital is being considered by a coroner's jury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teens-care-caused-family-sorrow-and-frustration/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teens-care-caused-family-sorrow-and-frustration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham and Northants poised for intriguing final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fluent 84 from Ollie Robinson and three wickets for Matthew Potts help set up a potentially intriguing final day between Durham and Northants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-and-northants-poised-for-intriguing-final-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-and-northants-poised-for-intriguing-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scaffolding removed from Tyne Bridge's west wall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photographs reveal another restored section of the Tyne Bridge as scaffolding is removed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scaffolding-removed-from-tyne-bridges-west-wall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scaffolding-removed-from-tyne-bridges-west-wall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes and Atkinson withdrawn from county games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are withdrawn from their County Championship fixtures in the clearest indication yet they will be available to play for England in the third Test against New Zealand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-and-atkinson-withdrawn-from-county-games/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-and-atkinson-withdrawn-from-county-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North 'lost' regeneration funds after Brexit]]></title><description><![CDATA[New analysis finds the North lost funding for regeneration, jobs and training after quitting the EU.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-lost-regeneration-funds-after-brexit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-lost-regeneration-funds-after-brexit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle reject Spurs bid of about £80m for Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United reject a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Sandro Tonali of about &pound;80m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-reject-spurs-bid-of-about-80m-for-tonali/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-reject-spurs-bid-of-about-80m-for-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers warned ahead of summer verge cutting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A highways team begins grass cutting along several thousand kilometres of verges in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drivers-warned-ahead-of-summer-verge-cutting/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drivers-warned-ahead-of-summer-verge-cutting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for county's second AI data centre submitted]]></title><description><![CDATA[A firm wants to build a data centre on agricultural land at West Sleekburn in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-countys-second-ai-data-centre-submitted/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-countys-second-ai-data-centre-submitted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fentimans loss is 'bad for Hexham']]></title><description><![CDATA[Labour MP Joe Morris says the loss will have a "profound impact on the community".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fentimans-loss-is-bad-for-hexham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fentimans-loss-is-bad-for-hexham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photographers share wildlife gems as summer starts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kestrels, a sleepy snake and a buzzard all pose for the camera as astronomical summer starts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-share-wildlife-gems-as-summer-starts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-share-wildlife-gems-as-summer-starts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor resigns as job was 'mis-sold']]></title><description><![CDATA[Harton ward councillor Alex Clarke says he thought he would only have to go to six meetings a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-councillor-resigns-as-job-was-mis-sold/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-councillor-resigns-as-job-was-mis-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peacocks' early morning screeching wakes neighbours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many residents of a Newcastle street are warming to the colourful birds, despite the wake-up calls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/peacocks-early-morning-screeching-wakes-neighbours/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/peacocks-early-morning-screeching-wakes-neighbours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs join clubs interested in Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have joined the list of clubs who are interested in Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spurs-join-clubs-interested-in-tonali/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/spurs-join-clubs-interested-in-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former miner who killed terminally ill wife dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Hunter, who suffocated his wife in 2021, dies in Cyprus aged 78.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-miner-who-killed-terminally-ill-wife-dies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-miner-who-killed-terminally-ill-wife-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irn Bru maker confirms Fentimans job losses and office closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[AG Barr says 29 people at the Hexham office will be made redundant while seven will join its team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/irn-bru-maker-confirms-fentimans-job-losses-and-office-closure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/irn-bru-maker-confirms-fentimans-job-losses-and-office-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cannabis factory killer could be released early]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reece Galbraith is serving 14 years for manslaughter after causing an explosion which killed two people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cannabis-factory-killer-could-be-released-early/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cannabis-factory-killer-could-be-released-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing approved despite football club's objection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Football Club opposes the plans for Felling due to the loss of open space, council documents show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/housing-approved-despite-football-clubs-objection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/housing-approved-despite-football-clubs-objection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cannabis and drugs equipment worth £200k seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police finds cannabis growing in the loft and another room of a property in Windy Nook.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cannabis-and-drugs-equipment-worth-200k-seized/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cannabis-and-drugs-equipment-worth-200k-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council stripped of planning powers by government]]></title><description><![CDATA[All applications for "major" developments in South Tyneside can now go straight to the government.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-stripped-of-planning-powers-by-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-stripped-of-planning-powers-by-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three arrested in murder investigation as man dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men and a boy are arrested on suspicion of murder following the Newcastle attack, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-arrested-in-murder-investigation-as-man-dies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-arrested-in-murder-investigation-as-man-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager's crash death leaves family 'broken']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jessica Metters is described as "the most loving, precious, innocent little girl".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenagers-crash-death-leaves-family-broken/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenagers-crash-death-leaves-family-broken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University given £1.3m for diabetes care trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria University is working with GP practices to improve care for diabetes patients under 40.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-given-13m-for-diabetes-care-trial/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-given-13m-for-diabetes-care-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congestion-hit roundabout upgrade options revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two schemes are put forward for Moor Farm roundabout on the A19 in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/congestion-hit-roundabout-upgrade-options-revealed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/congestion-hit-roundabout-upgrade-options-revealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospice targeted in 'sickening' metal theft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police release images of two suspects following the incident at Carlisle's Eden Valley Hospice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospice-targeted-in-sickening-metal-theft/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospice-targeted-in-sickening-metal-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Target of office attack no longer at building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chubb, named on social media as the target of the vandalism, has left the Newcastle offices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/target-of-office-attack-no-longer-at-building/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/target-of-office-attack-no-longer-at-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cattermole becomes new manager of Gateshead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Cattermole becomes the new manager of National League Gateshead, signing a two-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cattermole-becomes-new-manager-of-gateshead/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cattermole-becomes-new-manager-of-gateshead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chalobah replaces injured Livramento for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento is out of England's World Cup campaign with a calf injury and is replaced by Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chalobah-replaces-injured-livramento-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chalobah-replaces-injured-livramento-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes in good spirits - Durham boss Campbell]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Test captain Ben Stokes is in good spirits and working hard, says Durham head coach Ryan Campbell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-in-good-spirits-durham-boss-campbell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-in-good-spirits-durham-boss-campbell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full social media ban dangerous, says bereaved mum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jay Patterson, whose daughter died after being bullied on social media, calls for clarity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-social-media-ban-dangerous-says-bereaved-mum/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-social-media-ban-dangerous-says-bereaved-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homegrown Heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Darlington boss Craig Liddle talks about a young Dan Burn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homegrown-heroes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homegrown-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Potts takes eight wickets as Durham beat Derbyshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Potts takes 8-66 as Durham beat Derbyshire by an innings and 22 runs, despite Harry Came's unbeaten 105.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/potts-takes-eight-wickets-as-durham-beat-derbyshire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/potts-takes-eight-wickets-as-durham-beat-derbyshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girlguiding and sea rescue volunteer honoured]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exceptional people across the north-east of England are recognised in the King's Birthday Honours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/girlguiding-and-sea-rescue-volunteer-honoured/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/girlguiding-and-sea-rescue-volunteer-honoured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In-form Aitchison checks Durham progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Division Two leaders Durham reach 302-7 on day one of their Championship games against Derbyshire, as Ben Aitchison takes 4-57 for the visitors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-form-aitchison-checks-durham-progress/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-form-aitchison-checks-durham-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officer killed in crash 'lived a life of service']]></title><description><![CDATA[PC Jess Turnbull's former headteacher pays tribute to ex-pupil struck by a car earlier this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/officer-killed-in-crash-lived-a-life-of-service/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/officer-killed-in-crash-lived-a-life-of-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council considers closing early learning centres]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside Council says it is reviewing its childcare provision, but no decision has been made.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-considers-closing-early-learning-centres/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-considers-closing-early-learning-centres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School gets kitchen after 88 years of ordering out]]></title><description><![CDATA[A primary school which has not had a kitchen for almost 90 years is finally building one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-gets-kitchen-after-88-years-of-ordering-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-gets-kitchen-after-88-years-of-ordering-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride flag flown in 'visual sign' of support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lib-Dem Rob Austin says "in Newcastle we believe in championing inclusion openly and with pride".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pride-flag-flown-in-visual-sign-of-support/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pride-flag-flown-in-visual-sign-of-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attacked cyclist in 'life-threatening' condition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two teenagers have been arrested after a cyclist pushed off his bike suffered a serious head injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/attacked-cyclist-in-life-threatening-condition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/attacked-cyclist-in-life-threatening-condition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[People urged to 'share and preserve' wartime tales]]></title><description><![CDATA[The War &amp; In Peace project is creating a historical archive of wartime stories from Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/people-urged-to-share-and-preserve-wartime-tales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/people-urged-to-share-and-preserve-wartime-tales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor holds 'constructive' talks over arena plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Labour mayor and the Reform-led council agree something "needs to be done" about Gateshead Quays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-holds-constructive-talks-over-arena-plans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-holds-constructive-talks-over-arena-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle in talks to sign Spain winger Munoz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United are in talks with Osasuna to sign Spain winger Victor Munoz.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-in-talks-to-sign-spain-winger-munoz/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-in-talks-to-sign-spain-winger-munoz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flintoff and Harmison called up by England U19s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rocky Flintoff returns to the England Under-19s squad for their three-match one-day international series against South Africa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flintoff-and-harmison-called-up-by-england-u19s/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/flintoff-and-harmison-called-up-by-england-u19s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thomas the Tank Engine banger sets off for the Med]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Haltwhistle team aim to drive a &pound;500 Citroen Picasso-turned-Thomas the Tank Engine to Monaco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/thomas-the-tank-engine-banger-sets-off-for-the-med/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/thomas-the-tank-engine-banger-sets-off-for-the-med/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home extends Heed stay as Storey exits for Carlisle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Home signs a two-year contract extension with National League side Gateshead with the option for a further 12 months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/home-extends-heed-stay-as-storey-exits-for-carlisle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/home-extends-heed-stay-as-storey-exits-for-carlisle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £22.5m fund to support local tech start-ups]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fund will support local tech firms spun out from academic research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-225m-fund-to-support-local-tech-start-ups/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-225m-fund-to-support-local-tech-start-ups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ducks return to favourite pub with baby ducklings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Donald and Daisy duck bring their six babies to their favourite South Shields watering hole.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ducks-return-to-favourite-pub-with-baby-ducklings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ducks-return-to-favourite-pub-with-baby-ducklings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Groups sign pledge to improve unpaid carer support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Carers says there are about 286,000 people providing unpaid care across the North East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/groups-sign-pledge-to-improve-unpaid-carer-support/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/groups-sign-pledge-to-improve-unpaid-carer-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes will miss England&rsquo;s second Test against New Zealand at The Oval following an incident in a London nightclub, with Joe Root stepping up as interim captain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-out-of-england-squad-root-named-captain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-out-of-england-squad-root-named-captain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Land earmarked to build new relief road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland County Council plans to build a new road to reduce traffic throughout Blyth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/land-earmarked-to-build-new-relief-road/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/land-earmarked-to-build-new-relief-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harrogate sign midfielder McGowan and forward McGuckin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harrogate Town sign midfielder Will McGowan and forward Ciaran McGuckin as they prepare for life in the National League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/harrogate-sign-midfielder-mcgowan-and-forward-mcguckin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/harrogate-sign-midfielder-mcgowan-and-forward-mcguckin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lifelong Doctor Who collection fetches £49,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[The extensive collection of memorabilia belonged to former Workington FC chairman Dale Brotherton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lifelong-doctor-who-collection-fetches-49000/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lifelong-doctor-who-collection-fetches-49000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship clubs agree to stricter salary cap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby league's Championship clubs agree to implement a stricter salary cap for the competition from next season onwards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/championship-clubs-agree-to-stricter-salary-cap/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/championship-clubs-agree-to-stricter-salary-cap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Newcastle midfielder Lee takes up Hornchurch role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hornchurch appoint former England and Newcastle United midfielder Rob Lee as their new director of football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-newcastle-midfielder-lee-takes-up-hornchurch-role/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-newcastle-midfielder-lee-takes-up-hornchurch-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major shopping centre put up for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mike Ashley's Frasers Group has not commented on rumours it wants to buy Gateshead's Metrocentre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/major-shopping-centre-put-up-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/major-shopping-centre-put-up-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes &amp; Atkinson investigated over nightclub incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The England and Wales Cricket Board investigates an incident in a nightclub involving captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson following the first Test against New Zealand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-amp-atkinson-investigated-over-nightclub-incident/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-amp-atkinson-investigated-over-nightclub-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bruce the dog rescued from kayak lost at sea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruce the kayaking dog is now safe and well after he was blown out to sea near the Farne Islands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bruce-the-dog-rescued-from-kayak-lost-at-sea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bruce-the-dog-rescued-from-kayak-lost-at-sea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead chairman stands down due to ill health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead chairman Bernard McWilliams stands down due to ill health after a year in the role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-chairman-stands-down-due-to-ill-health/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-chairman-stands-down-due-to-ill-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Door knock marks Bishop of Durham's installation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A service is held at Durham Cathedral to welcome the new bishop, the Right Reverend Rick Simpson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/door-knock-marks-bishop-of-durhams-installation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/door-knock-marks-bishop-of-durhams-installation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McCullum backs captain Stokes to find batting form]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Ben Stokes&rsquo; batting is &ldquo;not too far away&rdquo; from a return to form, says head coach Brendon McCullum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mccullum-backs-captain-stokes-to-find-batting-form/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mccullum-backs-captain-stokes-to-find-batting-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Folk sisters on why home Proms is a 'big deal']]></title><description><![CDATA[Folk band The Unthanks prepare to perform at BBC Proms on the event's first visit to Teesside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/folk-sisters-on-why-home-proms-is-a-big-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/folk-sisters-on-why-home-proms-is-a-big-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photographers share extraordinary wildlife snaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tawny owlets, an adder, a lizard and a damselfly feature in shots shared by photographers this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-share-extraordinary-wildlife-snaps/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-share-extraordinary-wildlife-snaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WW2 memorial plaque honour for 'forgotten sons']]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifteen men from Burradon, who lost their lives in WW2, are honoured after a 30-year name search.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ww2-memorial-plaque-honour-for-forgotten-sons/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ww2-memorial-plaque-honour-for-forgotten-sons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blooms and rainbows greet summer's start]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers share images of meteorological summer breaking in the North East and Cumbria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blooms-and-rainbows-greet-summers-start/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blooms-and-rainbows-greet-summers-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hadrian's Wall relay raises thousands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some 120 people join ex-BBC man Andrew Hartley to walk the Wall for motor neurone disease research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hadrians-wall-relay-raises-thousands/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hadrians-wall-relay-raises-thousands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Exciting step forward' in Pride celebrations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland, Gateshead and South Tyneside join forces for a joint Summer of Pride Festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/exciting-step-forward-in-pride-celebrations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/exciting-step-forward-in-pride-celebrations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Test your news knowledge with our weekly quiz]]></title><description><![CDATA[From football to Faithfuls - test your news knowledge in the North East and Cumbria quiz.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/test-your-news-knowledge-with-our-weekly-quiz/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/test-your-news-knowledge-with-our-weekly-quiz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temporary stops during bus station closure revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A list of alternative bus stops is released ahead of a major refurbishment of Eldon Square station.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/temporary-stops-during-bus-station-closure-revealed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/temporary-stops-during-bus-station-closure-revealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants beat Durham for fifth straight T20 Blast win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants defend 145-9 to beat Durham and claim their fifth straight win of this season's T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/northants-beat-durham-for-fifth-straight-t20-blast-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/northants-beat-durham-for-fifth-straight-t20-blast-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester thrash Newcastle to take Champions Cup spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester score eight tries against an abject Newcastle to secure Champions Cup rugby next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gloucester-thrash-newcastle-to-take-champions-cup-spot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gloucester-thrash-newcastle-to-take-champions-cup-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Full circle' walk supports suicide prevention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Susan Dray's trek through places defining her son's life aimed to raise money and encourage conversation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-circle-walk-supports-suicide-prevention/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-circle-walk-supports-suicide-prevention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Weird' Metro lost property sold for charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Items including Christmas trees, walking sticks and clothes go on sale at Tynemouth Market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/weird-metro-lost-property-sold-for-charity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/weird-metro-lost-property-sold-for-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angst over water tower's future as auction looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The unused brutalist structure is going up for auction on 9 June with a guide price of &pound;55,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/angst-over-water-towers-future-as-auction-looms/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/angst-over-water-towers-future-as-auction-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Overlooked' war heroes to be celebrated decades on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carole Stewart's service is for her uncle and all other engineers who helped in the D-Day invasion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/overlooked-war-heroes-to-be-celebrated-decades-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/overlooked-war-heroes-to-be-celebrated-decades-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surrey &amp; Blaze bounce back in Women's T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and The Blaze bounce back from defeat and join Durham in the top three of the 2026 Women's T20 Blast standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/surrey-amp-blaze-bounce-back-in-womens-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/surrey-amp-blaze-bounce-back-in-womens-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lack of signage led to girl's death, inquest finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest reaches its conclusion into the death of Edie Smith, 13, who was swept into the sea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lack-of-signage-led-to-girls-death-inquest-finds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lack-of-signage-led-to-girls-death-inquest-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student owes £30k more than he borrowed and rising]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Brown says he is "stuck in a trap" by a loans system that hits working class students hard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/student-owes-30k-more-than-he-borrowed-and-rising/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/student-owes-30k-more-than-he-borrowed-and-rising/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five in hospital after another crash on A1]]></title><description><![CDATA[The crash at Stannington comes amid continued calls for the A1 to be made a dual carriageway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/five-in-hospital-after-another-crash-on-a1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/five-in-hospital-after-another-crash-on-a1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Struggle to clear girl's airway after rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edie Smart, 13, inhaled a "copious amount" of water and sand at Whitley Bay, an inquest is told.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/struggle-to-clear-girls-airway-after-rescue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/struggle-to-clear-girls-airway-after-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football pitch in memory of knife crime victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The facility is in memory of 14-year-old Tomasz Oleszak following a Football Foundation grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-pitch-in-memory-of-knife-crime-victim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-pitch-in-memory-of-knife-crime-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toilet out of use after being soiled by vandals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A disabled toilet in Richardson Dees Park has been vandalised, North Tyneside Council say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toilet-out-of-use-after-being-soiled-by-vandals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toilet-out-of-use-after-being-soiled-by-vandals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Stupid' air gun teenagers scared Metro passengers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two teenagers are given suspended sentences for "waving around" realistic-looking guns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stupid-air-gun-teenagers-scared-metro-passengers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stupid-air-gun-teenagers-scared-metro-passengers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMO given green light despite objections]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside Council say the plans will not lead to increased crime, despite residents' concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hmo-given-green-light-despite-objections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hmo-given-green-light-despite-objections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need To Know North East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glen Sanderson is among politicians pushing for the government to dual the A1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/need-to-know-north-east/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/need-to-know-north-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen who cheated death as a baby is 'transformed' by football]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenager whose parents were told she would never walk is thriving after joining football team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-who-cheated-death-as-a-baby-is-transformed-by-football/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-who-cheated-death-as-a-baby-is-transformed-by-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor slams Reform-led council's AI arena review]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI told Gateshead Council the plan was "not value for money", the council's deputy leader says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-slams-reform-led-councils-ai-arena-review/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-slams-reform-led-councils-ai-arena-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calls to review A1 dualling scheme after deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are plans for safety schemes but local leaders say they will not solve capacity issues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/calls-to-review-a1-dualling-scheme-after-deaths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/calls-to-review-a1-dualling-scheme-after-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inquiry after 32,000 direct debits taken early]]></title><description><![CDATA[A "system failure" leads to as many as 32,000 direct debit payments being taken from bank accounts early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inquiry-after-32000-direct-debits-taken-early/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inquiry-after-32000-direct-debits-taken-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Isak saga which damaged two seasons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle United to Liverpool was the transfer saga of last summer. BBC Sport looks at how it ended up affecting both clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-isak-saga-which-damaged-two-seasons/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-isak-saga-which-damaged-two-seasons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travelling as a biking, piping Viking in son's memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Terry Forster founded the motorbike-riding, pipe and drum-playing group after his son passed away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/travelling-as-a-biking-piping-viking-in-sons-memory/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/travelling-as-a-biking-piping-viking-in-sons-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keegan reveals stage four cancer diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan reveals he has stage four cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/keegan-reveals-stage-four-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/keegan-reveals-stage-four-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choir's Britain's Got Talent win 'incredible']]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the Hawkstone Farmers' Choir says she feels like "I'm living somebody else's life".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/choirs-britains-got-talent-win-incredible/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/choirs-britains-got-talent-win-incredible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make a Difference: North East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Greaves helps run Two Fingers To MND following in memory of his son David.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/make-a-difference-north-east/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/make-a-difference-north-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record-holder Milner retires after 24-year career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international James Milner announces his retirement after a 24-year Premier League career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/record-holder-milner-retires-after-24-year-career/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/record-holder-milner-retires-after-24-year-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Durham lose to Nottinghamshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A round up of the T20 Blast action as Chris Lynn scores an unbeaten century in Northamptonshire's victory over Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-round-up-durham-lose-to-nottinghamshire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/t20-blast-round-up-durham-lose-to-nottinghamshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham hand Blaze first Women's T20 Blast defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and The Blaze both suffer their first defeats of the 2026 Women's T20 Blast on a day that shakes up the top of the standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-hand-blaze-first-womens-t20-blast-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-hand-blaze-first-womens-t20-blast-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle stun Sale Sharks with incredible comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale's Champions Cup hopes are dented as Newcastle complete a record-breaking comeback to win with the final play of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-stun-sale-sharks-with-incredible-comeback/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-stun-sale-sharks-with-incredible-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona move a dream for Gordon 'since he was three']]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Gordon is unveiled as a Barcelona player after joining the La Liga champions from Newcastle United in a deal worth more than &pound;69.3m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barcelona-move-a-dream-for-gordon-since-he-was-three/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barcelona-move-a-dream-for-gordon-since-he-was-three/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children in care able to record memories digitally]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children in care can now keep their memories and experiences safe through an online platform.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/children-in-care-able-to-record-memories-digitally/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/children-in-care-able-to-record-memories-digitally/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piper 'devastated' after kilt worn by uncle killed in Iraq is stolen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The kilt and sporran were taken in Newcastle after Alexander Curtis performed at a student ball.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/piper-devastated-after-kilt-worn-by-uncle-killed-in-iraq-is-stolen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/piper-devastated-after-kilt-worn-by-uncle-killed-in-iraq-is-stolen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work starts on £16m leisure development]]></title><description><![CDATA[A five-screen cinema and restaurants are being built in Ashington as part of a regeneration scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-starts-on-16m-leisure-development/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-starts-on-16m-leisure-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airport parking charges are 'needless tax']]></title><description><![CDATA[Parking at Newcastle Airport's express drop-off zone now costs &pound;6 after charges increase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/airport-parking-charges-are-needless-tax/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/airport-parking-charges-are-needless-tax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother and brother deny teenager's fire death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trial is to be held for three people accused of killing Leah Casson in a fire in North Shields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mother-and-brother-deny-teenagers-fire-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mother-and-brother-deny-teenagers-fire-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans mark 15 years since end of Iraq war]]></title><description><![CDATA[North East soldiers are attending a Royal British Legion event commemorating the end of the war.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/veterans-mark-15-years-since-end-of-iraq-war/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/veterans-mark-15-years-since-end-of-iraq-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coercive doctor jailed in his absence struck off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shamir Chandran was sentenced to four years in prison for coercive control, a report reveals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/coercive-doctor-jailed-in-his-absence-struck-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/coercive-doctor-jailed-in-his-absence-struck-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[E-scooters to leave city after five years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operator Neuron says its decision is part of wider plans to wind down operations in the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/e-scooters-to-leave-city-after-five-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/e-scooters-to-leave-city-after-five-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor resigns 10 days after local elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK says it is due to business commitments, but some say the party should fund the by-election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-resigns-10-days-after-local-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-resigns-10-days-after-local-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robber 'destroyed' woman's life in hammer attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Clancy is jailed for a "savage" attack which has left a "vibrant" woman needing constant care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/robber-destroyed-womans-life-in-hammer-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/robber-destroyed-womans-life-in-hammer-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamper help for children facing unexpected hospital stays]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bradley Lowery Foundation hampers provide everyday essentials to families in hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hamper-help-for-children-facing-unexpected-hospital-stays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hamper-help-for-children-facing-unexpected-hospital-stays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I survived by floating, now I hope to save others']]></title><description><![CDATA[The RNLI is urging people to follow Euan Gray's example by floating until help comes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-survived-by-floating-now-i-hope-to-save-others/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-survived-by-floating-now-i-hope-to-save-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham 10th-wicket pair put on 158 in draw at Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham's last-wicket pair of Ben Raine and Callum Parkinson put on 158 to help secure a draw against Kent at Beckenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-10th-wicket-pair-put-on-158-in-draw-at-kent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-10th-wicket-pair-put-on-158-in-draw-at-kent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile with over 1,000 indecent images jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanley Burnett, 76, admits having indecent images of children and is jailed for five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-with-over-1000-indecent-images-jailed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-with-over-1000-indecent-images-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schools reopen after asbestos results negative]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schools reopen after being closed for testing after asbestos was found in a Whitley Bay nursery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/schools-reopen-after-asbestos-results-negative/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/schools-reopen-after-asbestos-results-negative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murderer slashed neck of 'crime boss' in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The killer attacked the man after learning the victim had put a price on his head, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/murderer-slashed-neck-of-crime-boss-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/murderer-slashed-neck-of-crime-boss-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's One-Day Cup: Levick lifts Durham off bottom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katie Levick's six-wicket haul helps lift Durham off the foot of the Women's One-Day Cup table as they thrash Somerset by 120 runs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-one-day-cup-levick-lifts-durham-off-bottom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-one-day-cup-levick-lifts-durham-off-bottom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gay out for duck as Durham struggle against Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham are struggling on 173-5 against Kent, still trailing by 350, as rain forces an early end to day two of their County Championship match at Beckenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gay-out-for-duck-as-durham-struggle-against-kent/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gay-out-for-duck-as-durham-struggle-against-kent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arundell scores four as Bath cruise past Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Arundell scores four tries as Bath end a run of three games without a win with a comfortable 69-12 victory over Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arundell-scores-four-as-bath-cruise-past-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arundell-scores-four-as-bath-cruise-past-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gardening makes me glad to be alive after stroke']]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotswood Community Garden, which is maintained by 75 volunteers, hosts its annual "Blossom Day".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gardening-makes-me-glad-to-be-alive-after-stroke/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gardening-makes-me-glad-to-be-alive-after-stroke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driving tests cancellations having 'huge impact']]></title><description><![CDATA[Some learners in the North East and Cumbria face cancellations hours before their tests are due.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/driving-tests-cancellations-having-huge-impact/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/driving-tests-cancellations-having-huge-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than a third of care homes not inspected since 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inspection body says 242 of the region's 688 care homes have not had a CQC inspection since 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-than-a-third-of-care-homes-not-inspected-since-2021/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 09:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-than-a-third-of-care-homes-not-inspected-since-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos of snakes, shrews and sparrowhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eager North East and Cumbria photographers share their memorable images of local wildlife in spring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-photos-of-snakes-shrews-and-sparrowhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-photos-of-snakes-shrews-and-sparrowhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform selects Gateshead council leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK is now the leading power in Gateshead after more than five decades of Labour rule.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-selects-gateshead-council-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-selects-gateshead-council-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent pair Dawkins and Northeast boss Stokes' Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Dawkins and Sam Northeast both hit centuries as Kent dominate the first day of their County Championship Division Two game with Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kent-pair-dawkins-and-northeast-boss-stokes-durham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kent-pair-dawkins-and-northeast-boss-stokes-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More school sand samples sent for asbestos testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[More tests for asbestos are being done on play sand from Beacon Hill School, which remains shut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-school-sand-samples-sent-for-asbestos-testing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-school-sand-samples-sent-for-asbestos-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Blackout' drunk driver injured New Year reveller]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim had to have parts of his skull removed after being "left for dead", a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blackout-drunk-driver-injured-new-year-reveller/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blackout-drunk-driver-injured-new-year-reveller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crash driver broke boy's legs fleeing police]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, 15, says he is "lucky to be alive" after being struck by debris from Nathan Kelly's BMW.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crash-driver-broke-boys-legs-fleeing-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crash-driver-broke-boys-legs-fleeing-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Newcastle's history makers are breaking up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United ended a 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy by winning the League Cup last season but further members of that side look set to leave.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-newcastles-history-makers-are-breaking-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-newcastles-history-makers-are-breaking-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body of man recovered after month-long search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dean Larvin's body has been formally identified, Northumbria Police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/body-of-man-recovered-after-month-long-search/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/body-of-man-recovered-after-month-long-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brass bands back competing after venue hiatus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Competitors from across the north-east of England are hoping for sun at the contest this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brass-bands-back-competing-after-venue-hiatus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brass-bands-back-competing-after-venue-hiatus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barrier idea explored for pollution hotspot road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephenson Road has particularly high levels of nitrogen dioxide, which can cause health issues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barrier-idea-explored-for-pollution-hotspot-road/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barrier-idea-explored-for-pollution-hotspot-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Express Coach Journey - London Victoria To Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (Route 435) (DvalGb4DLg) - Fathom Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Express Coach Journey - London Victoria To Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (Route 435) (DvalGb4DLg)&nbsp;&nbsp;Fathom Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/national-express-coach-journey-london-victoria-to-newcastle-upon-tyne-route-435-dvalgb4dlg-fathom-journal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/national-express-coach-journey-london-victoria-to-newcastle-upon-tyne-route-435-dvalgb4dlg-fathom-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC and YouTube launch creator training programme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Under the scheme, 150 media professionals, including producers and journalists, will develop their skills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-and-youtube-launch-creator-training-programme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-and-youtube-launch-creator-training-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newgate Hotel - Newcastle Upon Tyne - THE LIST.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newgate Hotel - Newcastle Upon Tyne&nbsp;&nbsp;THE LIST.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newgate-hotel-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-listcouk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newgate-hotel-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-listcouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC charity worker's inquest adjourned for third time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kate Mitchell, who was originally from North Tyneside, was murdered in 2021 in a Nairobi hotel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-charity-workers-inquest-adjourned-for-third-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-charity-workers-inquest-adjourned-for-third-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog walker nearly died in neck slash knife attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Lockyer is jailed for repeatedly slashing at a man he had "some beef" with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dog-walker-nearly-died-in-neck-slash-knife-attack/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dog-walker-nearly-died-in-neck-slash-knife-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England calls for Robinson, Gay, Rew &amp; Baker]]></title><description><![CDATA[England end Ollie Robinson&rsquo;s two-year international exile and call up uncapped trio Emilio Gay, James Rew and Sonny Baker for the first Test against New Zealand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/england-calls-for-robinson-gay-rew-amp-baker/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/england-calls-for-robinson-gay-rew-amp-baker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's time to let my lifelong comic collection go']]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Hansen owns one of the biggest archives of British comics but is reducing his collection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/its-time-to-let-my-lifelong-comic-collection-go/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/its-time-to-let-my-lifelong-comic-collection-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform selects South Tyneside group leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Whiteleas councillor says he wants to tackle debt across the borough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-selects-south-tyneside-group-leader/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-selects-south-tyneside-group-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child abuser and brother jailed over fake disability claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Siddell sexually assaulted three boys in Leicestershire between 2018 and 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-abuser-and-brother-jailed-over-fake-disability-claim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-abuser-and-brother-jailed-over-fake-disability-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Example And Professor Green At NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne [LIVE] 5/13/2026 (0WRwUEWZT3) - Fathom Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Example And Professor Green At NX Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne [LIVE] 5/13/2026 (0WRwUEWZT3)&nbsp;&nbsp;Fathom Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/example-and-professor-green-at-nx-newcastle-newcastle-upon-tyne-live-5132026-0wrwuewzt3-fathom-journal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/example-and-professor-green-at-nx-newcastle-newcastle-upon-tyne-live-5132026-0wrwuewzt3-fathom-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City farm hopes to stay free amid rising costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ouseburn Farm has been free to enter since 1976, but bosses say it is in need of financial support.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-farm-hopes-to-stay-free-amid-rising-costs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-farm-hopes-to-stay-free-amid-rising-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Salmon Queens sought to mark 80th crowning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Festival organisers are gathering memories of a Berwick tradition and its links to salmon fishing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-salmon-queens-sought-to-mark-80th-crowning/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-salmon-queens-sought-to-mark-80th-crowning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study funded to save historic railway works site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Historic England awards &pound;65,000 for a survey of the old building in the hopes of preserving it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/study-funded-to-save-historic-railway-works-site/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/study-funded-to-save-historic-railway-works-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brother in Kenya for BBC charity worker inquest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kate Mitchell, 42 - originally from Whitley Bay - was murdered in November 2021 at a Nairobi hotel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brother-in-kenya-for-bbc-charity-worker-inquest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/brother-in-kenya-for-bbc-charity-worker-inquest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Patients have tried to punch me because of my skin colour']]></title><description><![CDATA[Figures from some NHS trusts in England show there was a 17% rise in reports of racism in a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/patients-have-tried-to-punch-me-because-of-my-skin-colour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/patients-have-tried-to-punch-me-because-of-my-skin-colour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North East 'voted in sorrow rather than anger']]></title><description><![CDATA[A number of Labour MP's in north-east England call for the prime minister to step down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-voted-in-sorrow-rather-than-anger/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-voted-in-sorrow-rather-than-anger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer made indecent child images]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Yeoman would have been dismissed if he was still an officer, Northumbria Police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-made-indecent-child-images/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-made-indecent-child-images/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge praises victims as child abuser jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Robson is jailed for four and half years for offences against two children years part.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/judge-praises-victims-as-child-abuser-jailed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/judge-praises-victims-as-child-abuser-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy's adoption overturned after mum dates prisoner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The child was adopted by a Northumberland woman who is dating a prisoner, the Court of Appeal hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boys-adoption-overturned-after-mum-dates-prisoner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boys-adoption-overturned-after-mum-dates-prisoner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Therapy worked for me, says Newcastle defender Burn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United defender Dan Burn says therapy worked "quite well" for him as he urges those struggling with their mental health to seek help.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/therapy-worked-for-me-says-newcastle-defender-burn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/therapy-worked-for-me-says-newcastle-defender-burn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fury as women's cup final gets St James' snub]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alnwick Town Ladies coach says it is a "missed opportunity" to showcase women's football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fury-as-womens-cup-final-gets-st-james-snub/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fury-as-womens-cup-final-gets-st-james-snub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkinson spins Durham to three-day win at Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Callum Parkinson takes 5-13 and Ben McKinney smashes 87 not out as Durham win inside three days at New Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkinson-spins-durham-to-three-day-win-at-worcs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkinson-spins-durham-to-three-day-win-at-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe 'looking at the future' with Gordon omission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe says he left forward Anthony Gordon on the bench for the second week running because he is "looking at the future".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-looking-at-the-future-with-gordon-omission/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-looking-at-the-future-with-gordon-omission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quins humiliate Newcastle in meeting of bottom two]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins run in 12 tries as they humiliate Newcastle Red Bulls 76-17 in a match between The Prem's bottom two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/quins-humiliate-newcastle-in-meeting-of-bottom-two/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/quins-humiliate-newcastle-in-meeting-of-bottom-two/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrestlers could be shown red card in hybrid league]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Wrestling League involves regional teams competing for the top spot each season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wrestlers-could-be-shown-red-card-in-hybrid-league/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wrestlers-could-be-shown-red-card-in-hybrid-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your weather pictures: Rain, rain go away]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers capture rainy and sunny scenes in the north-east of England and Cumbria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-weather-pictures-rain-rain-go-away/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-weather-pictures-rain-rain-go-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North East Mayor says Starmer on 'borrowed time']]></title><description><![CDATA[People in the North East voted for change, the Labour mayor says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-mayor-says-starmer-on-borrowed-time/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-mayor-says-starmer-on-borrowed-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Centenary of train derailment 'not a celebration']]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers say the guided walks explore the impact of the event which saw eight miners imprisoned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/centenary-of-train-derailment-not-a-celebration/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/centenary-of-train-derailment-not-a-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lib Dems 'are official opposition' in North East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Liberal Democrats came first in Newcastle and claimed second place in Sunderland and Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lib-dems-are-official-opposition-in-north-east/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lib-dems-are-official-opposition-in-north-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What next for Kieran Trippier?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier has an open mind about his next move as he focuses on finishing his St James' Park stay on a high.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-next-for-kieran-trippier/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-next-for-kieran-trippier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students tasked with planning shipbuilding museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaigners hope to create a permanent tribute to the north-east of England's shipbuilding heritage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-tasked-with-planning-shipbuilding-museum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-tasked-with-planning-shipbuilding-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes out for 14 in first innings since Ashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes makes only 14 in his first innings for five months on the second day of Durham&rsquo;s County Championship match at Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-out-for-14-in-first-innings-since-ashes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-out-for-14-in-first-innings-since-ashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Disappearing' soldier sculpture marks VE Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[An optical illusion sees the life-size figure at Bamburgh Castle partially disappear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/disappearing-soldier-sculpture-marks-ve-day/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/disappearing-soldier-sculpture-marks-ve-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They don't know the real cost of fish and chips']]></title><description><![CDATA[National Fishing Remembrance Day services are to be held for those who lost loved ones at sea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/they-dont-know-the-real-cost-of-fish-and-chips/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/they-dont-know-the-real-cost-of-fish-and-chips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour's 'worst fears realised' in the North East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform's focus on Starmer "paid off in spades", the BBC's North East political editor says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/labours-worst-fears-realised-in-the-north-east/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/labours-worst-fears-realised-in-the-north-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['After 62 bikes my life on two wheels is over']]></title><description><![CDATA[Gordon Castle says the time is right to stop after 62 bikes and more than half a million miles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/after-62-bikes-my-life-on-two-wheels-is-over/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/after-62-bikes-my-life-on-two-wheels-is-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Modern two-bedroom semi-detached home in Newcastle upon Tyne for £300,000 (aff) - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Modern two-bedroom semi-detached home in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;300,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-two-bedroom-semi-detached-home-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-300000-aff-msn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-two-bedroom-semi-detached-home-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-300000-aff-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour no longer biggest party at Newcastle Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Liberal Democrats are now narrowly the largest party at the local authority with 25 seats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/labour-no-longer-biggest-party-at-newcastle-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/labour-no-longer-biggest-party-at-newcastle-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK new opposition in North Tyneside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Only a third of seats are contested in North Tyneside so Labour remains in control.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-new-opposition-in-north-tyneside/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-new-opposition-in-north-tyneside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform takes control of South Tyneside Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK now have 41 councillors in South Tyneside while Labour have been left with just one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-takes-control-of-south-tyneside-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-takes-control-of-south-tyneside-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK wins majority at Gateshead Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK is now the leading power in Gateshead and Labour is left with just 12 councillors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-wins-majority-at-gateshead-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-wins-majority-at-gateshead-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council looking for operator to reopen cafes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Council says cafes in Exhibition and Paddy Freeman's parks could reopen with new managers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-looking-for-operator-to-reopen-cafes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-looking-for-operator-to-reopen-cafes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Modern two-bedroom semi-detached home in Newcastle upon Tyne for £300,000 (aff) - NewcastleWorld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Modern two-bedroom semi-detached home in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;300,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;NewcastleWorld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-two-bedroom-semi-detached-home-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-300000-aff-newcastleworld/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-two-bedroom-semi-detached-home-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-300000-aff-newcastleworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes set to make injury return for Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Ben Stokes has recovered from cheekbone surgery and is set to play in Durham's red-ball game against Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-set-to-make-injury-return-for-durham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-set-to-make-injury-return-for-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridge to remain closed as council seeks funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heugh Street Bridge in South Shields stays shut to traffic because it is in a "poor" condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bridge-to-remain-closed-as-council-seeks-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bridge-to-remain-closed-as-council-seeks-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do I need a photo ID and my polling card to vote in the elections?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters in England only will have to show photo ID while polling cards are not essential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/do-i-need-a-photo-id-and-my-polling-card-to-vote-in-the-elections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/do-i-need-a-photo-id-and-my-polling-card-to-vote-in-the-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christmas attack paramedic 'honoured' to meet King]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claire Swinbourne, who raises awareness of assaults on emergency staff, attends a royal party.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/christmas-attack-paramedic-honoured-to-meet-king/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/christmas-attack-paramedic-honoured-to-meet-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Culture crawl brings 'different people together']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Late Shows will see performances, workshops and talks take place across Newcastle and Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/culture-crawl-brings-different-people-together/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/culture-crawl-brings-different-people-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toddler needs new heart after health worsens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Poppy's family, from Cleator Moor, is asking others to consider signing up for organ donations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toddler-needs-new-heart-after-health-worsens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toddler-needs-new-heart-after-health-worsens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bouchier stars as Hampshire, Durham and Essex win]]></title><description><![CDATA[England batter Maia Bouchier hits a career-best 143 as Hampshire bounce back from Saturday's One-Day Cup loss at Lancashire by beating Somerset.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bouchier-stars-as-hampshire-durham-and-essex-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bouchier-stars-as-hampshire-durham-and-essex-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham bring in Olivier to replace injured Roach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham sign South Africa fast bowler Duanne Olivier for the remainder of the County Championship as replacement for injured Kemar Roach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-bring-in-olivier-to-replace-injured-roach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-bring-in-olivier-to-replace-injured-roach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rare' WW1 ledger found miles away returns home]]></title><description><![CDATA[It lists about 900 volunteers from north-east England who signed up to serve in the war in 1915.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rare-ww1-ledger-found-miles-away-returns-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rare-ww1-ledger-found-miles-away-returns-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local Greens withdraw support from candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[The candidates are subject to an ongoing national disciplinary process, Newcastle Greens say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/local-greens-withdraw-support-from-candidates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/local-greens-withdraw-support-from-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Puffin cams' return to island nature reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Trust says more than 250,000 people tuned in to watch the birds last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/puffin-cams-return-to-island-nature-reserve/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/puffin-cams-return-to-island-nature-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rowdy teens chuck our cafe tables down the beach']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police says it is patrolling Longsands beach as part of its Operation Coastwatch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rowdy-teens-chuck-our-cafe-tables-down-the-beach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rowdy-teens-chuck-our-cafe-tables-down-the-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman in her 20s raped and assaulted near bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is believed to have happened near the Redheugh Bridge in Gateshead in the early hours of Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-in-her-20s-raped-and-assaulted-near-bridge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-in-her-20s-raped-and-assaulted-near-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland centre Harris to rejoin Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland centre Chris Harris will return to Newcastle Red Bulls next season, the club where he started his professional career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scotland-centre-harris-to-rejoin-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scotland-centre-harris-to-rejoin-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More orca sightings 'great news' for tourism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts say orcas may be coming closer to shore in Northumberland to prey on seals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-orca-sightings-great-news-for-tourism/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-orca-sightings-great-news-for-tourism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners into final with 'really special' support]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Shields face Kidderminster Harriers in the National League North play-off final on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mariners-into-final-with-really-special-support/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mariners-into-final-with-really-special-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More patrols at park hit by antisocial behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they have spoken to some of the children involved and seized e-scooters and e-bikes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-patrols-at-park-hit-by-antisocial-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-patrols-at-park-hit-by-antisocial-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem rugby 2026-27 season to begin on 25 September]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 season of Prem rugby will start on Friday, 25 September with the final held on 19 June 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repairs begin at fire-hit halls of residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The university halls of residence were damaged by fire in 2023, but work begins onrepairs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/repairs-begin-at-fire-hit-halls-of-residence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/repairs-begin-at-fire-hit-halls-of-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester bring in Hawkins for next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors sign three more players ahead of next season, including Newcastle Red Bulls forward John Hawkins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/worcester-bring-in-hawkins-for-next-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/worcester-bring-in-hawkins-for-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Collapsed chimney still hanging 10 months on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repair work should begin in Hexham once a nearby property is sold, a building firm says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/collapsed-chimney-still-hanging-10-months-on/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/collapsed-chimney-still-hanging-10-months-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesex graft to earn draw against Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[A half-century by Max Holden prevents Durham's third consecutive County Championship Division Two victory as Middlesex battle for a draw at Lord's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/middlesex-graft-to-earn-draw-against-durham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/middlesex-graft-to-earn-draw-against-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listed organ restored as church is modernised]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organ's restoration is part of improvements at St John's including new kitchen and toilets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/listed-organ-restored-as-church-is-modernised/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/listed-organ-restored-as-church-is-modernised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County's fight to secure Royal Navy ship's anchor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council leader says a request for HMS Northumberland's anchor was turned down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/countys-fight-to-secure-royal-navy-ships-anchor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/countys-fight-to-secure-royal-navy-ships-anchor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you vote in the North East elections?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions of voters are heading to polling stations on 7 May, including many in the North East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-you-vote-in-the-north-east-elections/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-you-vote-in-the-north-east-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protesters criticise beach's water pollution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organiser Nick Jones says people are "angry and disheartened" by continued pollution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/protesters-criticise-beachs-water-pollution/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/protesters-criticise-beachs-water-pollution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham's Gay maintains England claim with ton at Lord's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham batter Emilio Gay maintains his England claim with a third century of the season against Middlesex at Lord's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durhams-gay-maintains-england-claim-with-ton-at-lords/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durhams-gay-maintains-england-claim-with-ton-at-lords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe set to stay in charge of Newcastle after summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe looks set to lead Newcastle into next season after talks with the club's Saudi Arabian leadership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-set-to-stay-in-charge-of-newcastle-after-summit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-set-to-stay-in-charge-of-newcastle-after-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In pictures: Metrocentre turns 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Look back at the history of the shopping centre which was once the largest in Europe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-pictures-metrocentre-turns-40/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-pictures-metrocentre-turns-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heathrow expansion to 'open doors' for firms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firms gathered to share ideas at a regional business summit at St James' Park in Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heathrow-expansion-to-open-doors-for-firms/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heathrow-expansion-to-open-doors-for-firms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your sunshine snaps as temperatures rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers capture animals, flowers and follies in the sun as we enter May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-sunshine-snaps-as-temperatures-rise/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 09:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-sunshine-snaps-as-temperatures-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osula project pays off to help ease pressure on Howe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe keeps faith with William Osula and the forward repays his faith in a crucial win against Brighton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/osula-project-pays-off-to-help-ease-pressure-on-howe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/osula-project-pays-off-to-help-ease-pressure-on-howe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blaze, Lancs, Essex and Warwicks win in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blaze go top of the One-Day Cup table while there are also wins for Lancashire, Essex ad Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-lancs-essex-and-warwicks-win-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-blaze-lancs-essex-and-warwicks-win-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green Party candidate accused of antisemitism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Green Party candidate Tina Ion says her posts were criticised in isolation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-party-candidate-accused-of-antisemitism/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-party-candidate-accused-of-antisemitism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historian hopes map project inspires local pride]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kieran Carter, from Newcastle, launches an interactive map for his North East Heritage Library.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/historian-hopes-map-project-inspires-local-pride/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/historian-hopes-map-project-inspires-local-pride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does club culture still exist or are sober socials the new go-to?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many young people in the North East say they are ditching alcohol-fuelled nights for sober socials.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/does-club-culture-still-exist-or-are-sober-socials-the-new-go-to/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/does-club-culture-still-exist-or-are-sober-socials-the-new-go-to/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Wood hoping to bowl again this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[England pace bowler Mark Wood says he is hoping to bowl later in the summer as he looks to come back from the knee injury that ruined his Ashes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-wood-hoping-to-bowl-again-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-wood-hoping-to-bowl-again-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red squirrels 'close to extinction' in England]]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition set up by campaign group Save Our Reds, has attracted more than 75,000 signatures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/red-squirrels-close-to-extinction-in-england/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/red-squirrels-close-to-extinction-in-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger in fatal car crash had 'heart of gold']]></title><description><![CDATA[Paying tribute to 20-year-old Lewis Smith, his family say he was the glue that held them together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/passenger-in-fatal-car-crash-had-heart-of-gold/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/passenger-in-fatal-car-crash-had-heart-of-gold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free DJ sessions tackling anti-social behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead teens can drop in and try DJ decks, rapping, emceeing and even a virtual reality drum kit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/free-dj-sessions-tackling-anti-social-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/free-dj-sessions-tackling-anti-social-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabian owners' desire for Newcastle 'unchanged']]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe says Newcastle's owners remain "ambitious" for the club despite the Saudi Arabian PIF's decision to pull out of funding LIV Golf.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saudi-arabian-owners-desire-for-newcastle-unchanged/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saudi-arabian-owners-desire-for-newcastle-unchanged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pension fiasco heartbreak has clouded our cruise']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alison Williams, from Jarrow, says she is out of pocket as Capita grapple with a backlog of cases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pension-fiasco-heartbreak-has-clouded-our-cruise/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pension-fiasco-heartbreak-has-clouded-our-cruise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two arrested after crash kills cyclist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men, aged 41 and 30, have been arrested on suspicion of driving offences, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-arrested-after-crash-kills-cyclist/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-arrested-after-crash-kills-cyclist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea to report 'moron' electric motorbike pests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland councillor Wayne Daley says nuisance electric motorbike riders should be reported.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-to-report-moron-electric-motorbike-pests/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-to-report-moron-electric-motorbike-pests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homegrown back Spencer gets two-year Newcastle deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Versatile back Oli Spencer signs a new two-year contract to remain at Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homegrown-back-spencer-gets-two-year-newcastle-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homegrown-back-spencer-gets-two-year-newcastle-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overturned car crash driver 'life of the party']]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Jordan Orrock, 20, who died on the A1(M) at Chester-le-Street, pay tribute to him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/overturned-car-crash-driver-life-of-the-party/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/overturned-car-crash-driver-life-of-the-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burning waste fly-tipping site blocked off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concrete blocks now surround the site at Old Swarland to prevent vehicles gaining access.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burning-waste-fly-tipping-site-blocked-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burning-waste-fly-tipping-site-blocked-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All change? One Metro line, four all-out elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters in four council areas, connected by the Tyne and Wear Metro, give us their election views.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/all-change-one-metro-line-four-all-out-elections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/all-change-one-metro-line-four-all-out-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twitchers told to give breeding black grouse space]]></title><description><![CDATA[Endangered black grouse prepare to fan their tail feathers in "spectacular" mating dances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/twitchers-told-to-give-breeding-black-grouse-space/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/twitchers-told-to-give-breeding-black-grouse-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing estate residents see energy bills frozen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle City Council hopes the move will offer Byker Wall homeowners "stability and certainty".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/housing-estate-residents-see-energy-bills-frozen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/housing-estate-residents-see-energy-bills-frozen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Wrong-way' crash teens suffer serious injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two women are injured along with the occupant of another car on the A69 in Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wrong-way-crash-teens-suffer-serious-injuries/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wrong-way-crash-teens-suffer-serious-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to engineer who 'revolutionised' Metro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Ridley, who helped devise the Metro and ran transport in Hong Kong and London, dies aged 92.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tributes-to-engineer-who-revolutionised-metro/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tributes-to-engineer-who-revolutionised-metro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great North Run gets £100k to fill TV funding gap]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North East Combined Authority grant helps broadcast the race to more than 100 countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/great-north-run-gets-100k-to-fill-tv-funding-gap/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/great-north-run-gets-100k-to-fill-tv-funding-gap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire service failures 'could risk public safety']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland's fire service does not have accurate data on high risk sites, inspectors find.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fire-service-failures-could-risk-public-safety/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fire-service-failures-could-risk-public-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I lived in cold home as I couldn't afford boiler']]></title><description><![CDATA[A pensioner, who lived without hot water for more than a year, urges others to seek help sooner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-lived-in-cold-home-as-i-couldnt-afford-boiler/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-lived-in-cold-home-as-i-couldnt-afford-boiler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large five-bedroom detached house in Newcastle upon Tyne for £445,000 (aff) - NewcastleWorld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Large five-bedroom detached house in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;445,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;NewcastleWorld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/large-five-bedroom-detached-house-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-445000-aff-newcastleworld/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/large-five-bedroom-detached-house-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-445000-aff-newcastleworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liked by Flintoff &amp; different from Crawley - is Gay England's next opener?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After his match-winning century for Durham, BBC Sport assesses whether Emilio Gay has the skills to be England's next Test opener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/liked-by-flintoff-amp-different-from-crawley-is-gay-englands-next-opener/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/liked-by-flintoff-amp-different-from-crawley-is-gay-englands-next-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle centre Hutchison signs one-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls centre Cameron Hutchison agrees to remain with the Prem club for a further year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-centre-hutchison-signs-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-centre-hutchison-signs-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why visit of Newcastle's Saudi owners is being talked about]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United's owners and executives are convening this week to plot the club's future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-visit-of-newcastles-saudi-owners-is-being-talked-about/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-visit-of-newcastles-saudi-owners-is-being-talked-about/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polanski backs 99% of candidates amid social posts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Green Party leader is in Newcastle ahead of the local elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/polanski-backs-99-of-candidates-amid-social-posts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/polanski-backs-99-of-candidates-amid-social-posts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle upon Tyne travel - Travel And Tour World]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle upon Tyne travel&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel And Tour World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-upon-tyne-travel-travel-and-tour-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-upon-tyne-travel-travel-and-tour-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 20, dies in A1(M) overnight crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two other men are in hospital following the crash near Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-20-dies-in-a1m-overnight-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-20-dies-in-a1m-overnight-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gay helps Durham chase 336 to beat Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emilio Gay and David Bedingham both score unbeaten centuries as Durham easily chase 336 to beat Lancashire by eight wickets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gay-helps-durham-chase-336-to-beat-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gay-helps-durham-chase-336-to-beat-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile made girl advertise herself for sex]]></title><description><![CDATA["Devious and manipulative" Stephen McLean is jailed for nine years, with five years extended licence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-made-girl-advertise-herself-for-sex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-made-girl-advertise-herself-for-sex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could Newcastle get dragged into relegation fight?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle have lost their past five games in all competitions and are eight points clear of the Premier League bottom three.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/could-newcastle-get-dragged-into-relegation-fight/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/could-newcastle-get-dragged-into-relegation-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle forward Scott to stay one more year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Homegrown second-row forward Adam Scott signs a one-year contract extension to stay with Newcastle Red Bulls for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-forward-scott-to-stay-one-more-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-forward-scott-to-stay-one-more-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street robbery was 'everyone's worst nightmare']]></title><description><![CDATA[Michaela Lawson is jailed for punching a man in the face as he was robbed of his wallet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/street-robbery-was-everyones-worst-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/street-robbery-was-everyones-worst-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firm plans to fill voids in old quarry with debris]]></title><description><![CDATA[A demolition firm says it will also build a nature walk, but the plan has received objections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/firm-plans-to-fill-voids-in-old-quarry-with-debris/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/firm-plans-to-fill-voids-in-old-quarry-with-debris/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your snaps of changing skies from meteors to rays]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers capture the ever-changing April conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-snaps-of-changing-skies-from-meteors-to-rays/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-snaps-of-changing-skies-from-meteors-to-rays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hidden heritage' Metro art shown in exhibition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Murals by Sofia Barton for the Tyne and Wear Metro are on display at the Baltic Centre in Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hidden-heritage-metro-art-shown-in-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hidden-heritage-metro-art-shown-in-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My first hippo toy was a joke, but I ended up with a 1,000-strong collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Philip Angier has collected hippo items for half a century and is now selling them off for charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-first-hippo-toy-was-a-joke-but-i-ended-up-with-a-1000-strong-collection/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-first-hippo-toy-was-a-joke-but-i-ended-up-with-a-1000-strong-collection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle upon Tyne A New Vibrant Riverside City of Culture, Nightlife and Northern Adventure - Travel And Tour World]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle upon Tyne A New Vibrant Riverside City of Culture, Nightlife and Northern Adventure&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel And Tour World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-upon-tyne-a-new-vibrant-riverside-city-of-culture-nightlife-and-northern-adventure-travel-and-tour-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-upon-tyne-a-new-vibrant-riverside-city-of-culture-nightlife-and-northern-adventure-travel-and-tour-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bell stars at Hampshire race to win over Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somerset, Yorkshire, Hampshire and The Blaze all pick up wins in the fourth game week of the women's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bell-stars-at-hampshire-race-to-win-over-durham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bell-stars-at-hampshire-race-to-win-over-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm-hit ferry landing repair bill hits £245K]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nexus says new monitoring equipment will help prolong the life of the structure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-hit-ferry-landing-repair-bill-hits-245k/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-hit-ferry-landing-repair-bill-hits-245k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Port 'working hard' to attract more cruise ships]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first cruise called in 2021 and the port's boss says he wants to see up to 20 visit a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/port-working-hard-to-attract-more-cruise-ships/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/port-working-hard-to-attract-more-cruise-ships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Newcastle's 'bullies' became too nice]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Eddie Howe's Newcastle have gone from regularly ruffling feathers to losing 15 Premier League games this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-newcastles-bullies-became-too-nice/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-newcastles-bullies-became-too-nice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visitor numbers grow at 'world's oldest railway']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tanfield Railway, said to be the world's oldest, will offer people the chance to drive a steam train.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/visitor-numbers-grow-at-worlds-oldest-railway/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/visitor-numbers-grow-at-worlds-oldest-railway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bid to recognise historic summit landmarks]]></title><description><![CDATA[C20 Society submits applications to register the first and last trig points built 90 years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-recognise-historic-summit-landmarks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-recognise-historic-summit-landmarks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marathon mistakes: When races go wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a half marathon in Coventry turned out to be too long, we look at other mishaps and mistakes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/marathon-mistakes-when-races-go-wrong/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/marathon-mistakes-when-races-go-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK expels candidate over BNP ties]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Prior, who is standing for Saltwell in Gateshead, will still appear on ballot papers in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-expels-candidate-over-bnp-ties/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-expels-candidate-over-bnp-ties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital chiefs defend elderly ward closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bosses say there have been "encouraging" improvements since the Queen Elizabeth Hospital ward shut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-chiefs-defend-elderly-ward-closure/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-chiefs-defend-elderly-ward-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer backs candidates as MP calls on him to quit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Keir Starmer defends his record in government as Hartlepool's Labour MP calls for him to resign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/starmer-backs-candidates-as-mp-calls-on-him-to-quit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/starmer-backs-candidates-as-mp-calls-on-him-to-quit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferry service returns after storm damage repaired]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Shields Ferry service in Tyneside resumes on Monday after repairs to its north landing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-returns-after-storm-damage-repaired/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-returns-after-storm-damage-repaired/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What did HIV rapist Adam Hall's victims say?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven men who were deliberately given HIV by a rapist tell a court he is a "nasty piece of work".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-did-hiv-rapist-adam-halls-victims-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-did-hiv-rapist-adam-halls-victims-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rapist who infected men and boys with HIV jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Adam Hall took away the futures of his victims, including boys aged 15 and 17.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rapist-who-infected-men-and-boys-with-hiv-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rapist-who-infected-men-and-boys-with-hiv-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My rapist deliberately gave me HIV. I was just 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam, who was heading home from school when he got his diagnosis, says Hall's jailing is a relief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-rapist-deliberately-gave-me-hiv-i-was-just-15/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-rapist-deliberately-gave-me-hiv-i-was-just-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is this English football's greatest ever escape?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 13 straight league losses and with the club 11 points from safety, Gateshead produced a miraculous run to stay in the National League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/is-this-english-footballs-greatest-ever-escape/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/is-this-english-footballs-greatest-ever-escape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Shields won't lose focus in promotion tussle]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Shields go into the final day of the National League North season two points behind leaders Fylde.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-shields-wont-lose-focus-in-promotion-tussle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-shields-wont-lose-focus-in-promotion-tussle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connon starts for Newcastle against Bristol]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fly-half Brett Connon starts in one of six changes for Newcastle Red Bulls against Bristol in the Prem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/connon-starts-for-newcastle-against-bristol/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/connon-starts-for-newcastle-against-bristol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cash hubs open in two bankless towns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Alnwick and Prudhoe hubs offer services lost when their last remaining banks closed in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cash-hubs-open-in-two-bankless-towns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cash-hubs-open-in-two-bankless-towns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soldiers take North Sea ferry to Nato exercise]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is the first time the Army has used a civilian ferry to deploy soldiers en masse since 2003.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/soldiers-take-north-sea-ferry-to-nato-exercise/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/soldiers-take-north-sea-ferry-to-nato-exercise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toilet revamp planned after vicar left 'nauseated']]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrades to the loos at Newcastle Central Station are being planned following complaints.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toilet-revamp-planned-after-vicar-left-nauseated/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/toilet-revamp-planned-after-vicar-left-nauseated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post Office victims 'still need fair compensation']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former sub-postmaster Christopher Head questions a government compensation scheme's success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/post-office-victims-still-need-fair-compensation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/post-office-victims-still-need-fair-compensation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Bulls' Harrison Obatoyinbo extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls wing Harrison Obatoyinbo signs a new one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/red-bulls-harrison-obatoyinbo-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/red-bulls-harrison-obatoyinbo-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Evening of Kate Bush in Newcastle upon Tyne: Theatre tickets, show details, cast, and more - WhatsOnStage]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Evening of Kate Bush in Newcastle upon Tyne: Theatre tickets, show details, cast, and more&nbsp;&nbsp;WhatsOnStage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/an-evening-of-kate-bush-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-theatre-tickets-show-details-cast-and-more-whatsonstage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/an-evening-of-kate-bush-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-theatre-tickets-show-details-cast-and-more-whatsonstage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile caught by five girl decoys online]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christopher Hellens sent sexual messages to girls he thought were aged between 11 and 13, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-caught-by-five-girl-decoys-online/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-caught-by-five-girl-decoys-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxi driver drove at family in rage over lollipop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hasan Mohammed seriously injured a grandfather after a sweet was thrown at his car, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/taxi-driver-drove-at-family-in-rage-over-lollipop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/taxi-driver-drove-at-family-in-rage-over-lollipop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US-based businessman Paylor to be Gateshead co-owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Paylor is to become the new co-owner of Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/us-based-businessman-paylor-to-be-gateshead-co-owner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/us-based-businessman-paylor-to-be-gateshead-co-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Modern three-bedroom townhouse in Newcastle upon Tyne for £250,000 - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Modern three-bedroom townhouse in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;250,000&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-three-bedroom-townhouse-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-250000-msn/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/modern-three-bedroom-townhouse-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-250000-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pair kept man prisoner and tortured him over £120]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ordeal included waterboarding and attacks with weapons including a cheese grater, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pair-kept-man-prisoner-and-tortured-him-over-120/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pair-kept-man-prisoner-and-tortured-him-over-120/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Returning to Balamory 'surreal but so much fun']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kim Tserkezie plays Penny Pocket, who run a shop in a fictional town based on Tobermory in Mull.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/returning-to-balamory-surreal-but-so-much-fun/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/returning-to-balamory-surreal-but-so-much-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical emergency at lighthouse sparks RNLI rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cullercoats RNLI says it was a "challenging" call-out to St Mary's Island.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/medical-emergency-at-lighthouse-sparks-rnli-rescue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/medical-emergency-at-lighthouse-sparks-rnli-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Heinous' rapist plied teenage girl with drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Toward is jailed for 14 years for abusing a girl he plied with drink and drugs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heinous-rapist-plied-teenage-girl-with-drugs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heinous-rapist-plied-teenage-girl-with-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside UK's 'most complicated' bridge demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The demolition of the flyover is expected to take six months and cause some traffic disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inside-uks-most-complicated-bridge-demolition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inside-uks-most-complicated-bridge-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea for more grab rails on new Metro trains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paula Mitchinson uses a walking cane and says she worries about falling over on her way to a seat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-for-more-grab-rails-on-new-metro-trains/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-for-more-grab-rails-on-new-metro-trains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I did pilgrimage with a guitar on my back']]></title><description><![CDATA[Singer-songwriter Gareth Davies-Jones walked for two weeks from Holy Island to Durham Cathedral.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-did-pilgrimage-with-a-guitar-on-my-back/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-did-pilgrimage-with-a-guitar-on-my-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian killed by car while on dual carriageway]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man was hit and killed by a car on the northbound carriageway of the A189, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pedestrian-killed-by-car-while-on-dual-carriageway/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pedestrian-killed-by-car-while-on-dual-carriageway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your pictures: Spring flowers beautiful in the sun]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers share beautiful nature scenes with spring flowers blooming in northern England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-spring-flowers-beautiful-in-the-sun/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-spring-flowers-beautiful-in-the-sun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Autism charity praises Fender's &pound;25k support]]></title><description><![CDATA[AutismAble's lead music practitioner Ian Black says Fender's donation means a "huge amount to us".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/autism-charity-praises-fenders-pound25k-support/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/autism-charity-praises-fenders-pound25k-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My school cannot afford free breakfast club']]></title><description><![CDATA[Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government's free breakfast clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-school-cannot-afford-free-breakfast-club/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-school-cannot-afford-free-breakfast-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe's biggest Newcastle challenge yet as questions grow on his future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League following defeat by Bournemouth. Will manager Eddie Howe turn it around?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howes-biggest-newcastle-challenge-yet-as-questions-grow-on-his-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howes-biggest-newcastle-challenge-yet-as-questions-grow-on-his-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamer-Webb grabs five tries as Tigers thrash Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Hamer-Webb scores five tries as Leicester Tigers crush an ill-disciplined and desperately outclassed Newcastle Red Bulls in The Prem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hamer-webb-grabs-five-tries-as-tigers-thrash-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hamer-webb-grabs-five-tries-as-tigers-thrash-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers help 'transform' woodland over 25 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Friends of Holywell Dene have worked to restore it over the years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/volunteers-help-transform-woodland-over-25-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/volunteers-help-transform-woodland-over-25-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Follow The Sun - The Irish Sun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow The Sun&nbsp;&nbsp;The Irish Sun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/follow-the-sun-the-irish-sun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/follow-the-sun-the-irish-sun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tea leaf reader wants bright future for tradition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michelle Liddle, from Amble, hopes to pass on the art of reading tea leaves to others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tea-leaf-reader-wants-bright-future-for-tradition/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tea-leaf-reader-wants-bright-future-for-tradition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ponies which transformed conservation grazing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exmoor ponies were moved to Kielder Forest 20 years ago and are still keeping rough grass short.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-ponies-which-transformed-conservation-grazing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-ponies-which-transformed-conservation-grazing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does PIF's change in approach mean for Newcastle?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) set out to disrupt, but the fund has sent tremors through the world of sport in a very different way this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-does-pifs-change-in-approach-mean-for-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/what-does-pifs-change-in-approach-mean-for-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic pub in Newcastle upon Tyne snapped up - Christie &amp; Co]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iconic pub in Newcastle upon Tyne snapped up&nbsp;&nbsp;Christie &amp; Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/iconic-pub-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-snapped-up-christie-amp-co/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/iconic-pub-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-snapped-up-christie-amp-co/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£124m spent but Newcastle no closer to striker solution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United spent &pound;124m to replace departing Alexander Isak, but Eddie Howe's men now seem no closer to finding their striking solution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/124m-spent-but-newcastle-no-closer-to-striker-solution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/124m-spent-but-newcastle-no-closer-to-striker-solution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I might not be here' - Stokes on facial injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Ben Stokes says he "got out quite lucky" with major facial surgery after an incident in the nets at Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-might-not-be-here-stokes-on-facial-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-might-not-be-here-stokes-on-facial-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern links and World Cup hopes - a big summer for Gordon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Gordon faces a big summer - with World Cup hopes and the possibility that Newcastle will need to sell him. So what comes next for the England forward?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bayern-links-and-world-cup-hopes-a-big-summer-for-gordon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bayern-links-and-world-cup-hopes-a-big-summer-for-gordon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital trust leadership 'requires improvement']]></title><description><![CDATA[Inspectors say CNTW has high sickness rates and some staff do not feel able to voice concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-trust-leadership-requires-improvement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-trust-leadership-requires-improvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-actor and early release prisoner dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jason Hoganson, from Newcastle, died on 4 April, a funeral director says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-actor-and-early-release-prisoner-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-actor-and-early-release-prisoner-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighbour saves family from flat fire using ladder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police says it is treating the fire in Wallsend as suspected arson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/neighbour-saves-family-from-flat-fire-using-ladder/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/neighbour-saves-family-from-flat-fire-using-ladder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venues, museums and libraries awarded £13m]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisations in Cumbria and north-east England receive a share of a &pound;130m national fund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/venues-museums-and-libraries-awarded-13m/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/venues-museums-and-libraries-awarded-13m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man missing in river after bridge row named]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dean Larvin, 39, from Gateshead, has not been found after going into the River Tyne on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-missing-in-river-after-bridge-row-named/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-missing-in-river-after-bridge-row-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Space mystery researchers secure £4m funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria University will study radiation which affects GPS navigation and weather forecasting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/space-mystery-researchers-secure-4m-funding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/space-mystery-researchers-secure-4m-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Carse out of IPL with hand injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England fast bowler Brydon Carse is ruled out of his Indian Premier League (IPL) stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad because of a hand injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-carse-out-of-ipl-with-hand-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-carse-out-of-ipl-with-hand-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Sordid' man groped girl and demanded sex pictures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Grey is jailed for three and half years for sexually abusing a girl.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sordid-man-groped-girl-and-demanded-sex-pictures/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sordid-man-groped-girl-and-demanded-sex-pictures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ian Huntley died from prison attack head injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest opens into the death of Soham murderer Ian Huntley, who was fatally attacked in prison.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ian-huntley-died-from-prison-attack-head-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ian-huntley-died-from-prison-attack-head-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consultation 'critical' for golden eagle release]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts say landowners need to be on board before any golden eagle-release in northern England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/consultation-critical-for-golden-eagle-release/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/consultation-critical-for-golden-eagle-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager and man killed as car hits tree]]></title><description><![CDATA[A third occupant of the car, a man in his 20s, is currently in hospital in a stable condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenager-and-man-killed-as-car-hits-tree/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teenager-and-man-killed-as-car-hits-tree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car park 'bully' attacked couple in front of young girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Road-rage attacker Kurt Kirkham broke a man's sternum in an "unhinged" assault, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/car-park-bully-attacked-couple-in-front-of-young-girls/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/car-park-bully-attacked-couple-in-front-of-young-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vehicles destroyed in 'arson' at fishmongers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A car, which appears to have been driven into the building, and a van are destroyed in the fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vehicles-destroyed-in-arson-at-fishmongers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vehicles-destroyed-in-arson-at-fishmongers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign prop Clark for rest of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls sign prop Jamie Clark from Irish club Old Wesley for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-prop-clark-for-rest-of-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-prop-clark-for-rest-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man praised for reporting 'depraved' paedophile]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Elliot sent indecent images to a man looking for a woman to date online, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-praised-for-reporting-depraved-paedophile/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-praised-for-reporting-depraved-paedophile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you rebuild your life after marrying a conman?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman who wed a romance conman says victims receive abuse on social media "blaming" them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-you-rebuild-your-life-after-marrying-a-conman/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-you-rebuild-your-life-after-marrying-a-conman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm not blind' - Howe 'accountable' for loss after three-week break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Howe says he is "accountable" for Newcastle's defeat by Crystal Palace after three weeks without a game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/im-not-blind-howe-accountable-for-loss-after-three-week-break/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/im-not-blind-howe-accountable-for-loss-after-three-week-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham hammer Gloucs by an innings &amp; 225 runs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham thrash Gloucestershire by an innings and 225 runs inside three days in a one-sided County Championship Division Two match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-hammer-gloucs-by-an-innings-amp-225-runs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-hammer-gloucs-by-an-innings-amp-225-runs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bereaved families asked to help paramedic research]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North East Ambulance Service is researching best ways to support those who lose a loved one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bereaved-families-asked-to-help-paramedic-research/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bereaved-families-asked-to-help-paramedic-research/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection images double up the joy]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers share images featuring reflections across northern England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reflection-images-double-up-the-joy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reflection-images-double-up-the-joy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['New lease of life' after 12-year wait for kidney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidney transplant patient Gemma Louis urges people to sign the donor transplant register.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-lease-of-life-after-12-year-wait-for-kidney/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-lease-of-life-after-12-year-wait-for-kidney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden eagles' return to English skies gets government backing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The birds could be reintroduced as early as next year following a &pound;1m injection from the government.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/golden-eagles-return-to-english-skies-gets-government-backing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/golden-eagles-return-to-english-skies-gets-government-backing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's One-Day Cup: Wins for Lancs, Somerset, Surrey &amp; Hants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reigning champions Lancashire begin their defence of the Women's One-Day Cup with a resounding 149-run victory at Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-one-day-cup-wins-for-lancs-somerset-surrey-amp-hants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/womens-one-day-cup-wins-for-lancs-somerset-surrey-amp-hants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River search for man as woman arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers were called to reports of a disturbance on the Redheugh Bridge in Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/river-search-for-man-as-woman-arrested/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/river-search-for-man-as-woman-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cherry blossoms bloom after avoiding storm threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was a "touch and go" moment when Storm Dave swept across the orchard, The Alnwick Garden says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cherry-blossoms-bloom-after-avoiding-storm-threat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cherry-blossoms-bloom-after-avoiding-storm-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's largest forest marks its centenary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kielder Forest in Northumberland and Cumbria has grown from a few saplings to 158 million trees.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-largest-forest-marks-its-centenary/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/englands-largest-forest-marks-its-centenary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data centre pause 'reflects national challenges']]></title><description><![CDATA[North East political chiefs say the region remains "open for business" despite OpenAI's step.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/data-centre-pause-reflects-national-challenges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/data-centre-pause-reflects-national-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle 2026 local elections: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle City Council will have an all-out election on 7 May, where all seats are contested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-2026-local-elections-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-2026-local-elections-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland local elections 2026: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[All you need to know about the 2026 local election for Sunderland City Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-local-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-local-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life brigade called out three times during heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade says it was called multiple times during Wednesday's hot weather.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/life-brigade-called-out-three-times-during-heat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/life-brigade-called-out-three-times-during-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to council leader 'who changed the face of Newcastle']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lord Beecham is described as "one of the most influential politicians of the last 50 years".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tributes-to-council-leader-who-changed-the-face-of-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tributes-to-council-leader-who-changed-the-face-of-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-detective who texted rape victim, 14, jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Hamilton, 55, was assigned to a case involving the schoolgirl, a court is told.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-detective-who-texted-rape-victim-14-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-detective-who-texted-rape-victim-14-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe '100% committed' to Newcastle but 'I just need support']]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe says he is "100% committed" to Newcastle United, but it is "very difficult" to look too far beyond the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-100-committed-to-newcastle-but-i-just-need-support/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-100-committed-to-newcastle-but-i-just-need-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our son is seen as too disabled for an education']]></title><description><![CDATA[The parents of a boy with a rare disorder take legal action to try and get his complex needs met.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-son-is-seen-as-too-disabled-for-an-education/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-son-is-seen-as-too-disabled-for-an-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The road to our home must be the worst in the UK']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Byatt family say parts of the Upper Coquet valley road are falling into the river.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-road-to-our-home-must-be-the-worst-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-road-to-our-home-must-be-the-worst-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/openai-pauses-uk-data-centre-deal-over-energy-costs-and-regulation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/openai-pauses-uk-data-centre-deal-over-energy-costs-and-regulation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little Barrie at The Cluny - Newcastle Upon Tyne - The Northern Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Little Barrie at The Cluny - Newcastle Upon Tyne&nbsp;&nbsp;The Northern Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/little-barrie-at-the-cluny-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-northern-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/little-barrie-at-the-cluny-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-northern-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council approves £8.5m college expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council documents predict the expansion could see pupil numbers treble over the next five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-approves-85m-college-expansion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-approves-85m-college-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DONEGAL ABROAD....LETTER FROM NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE - Donegal Daily]]></title><description><![CDATA[DONEGAL ABROAD....LETTER FROM NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE&nbsp;&nbsp;Donegal Daily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/donegal-abroadletter-from-newcastle-upon-tyne-donegal-daily/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/donegal-abroadletter-from-newcastle-upon-tyne-donegal-daily/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Museums set for 'urgent' safety work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Issues at the Newcastle attractions were identified during a recent inspection, the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/museums-set-for-urgent-safety-work/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/museums-set-for-urgent-safety-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homes aim to tackle dwindling population 'problem']]></title><description><![CDATA[All houses on the Seahouses development must be used as a principal occupancy in perpetuity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homes-aim-to-tackle-dwindling-population-problem/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homes-aim-to-tackle-dwindling-population-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe's future &amp; likely sales - why Newcastle face key summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle's inconsistent season leaves them facing a defining summer - with questions over Eddie Howe's future and sales of key players a possibility. BBC Sport assesses the situation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howes-future-amp-likely-sales-why-newcastle-face-key-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howes-future-amp-likely-sales-why-newcastle-face-key-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vandals target trail made for boy killed in blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archie York's mum Katherine Errington says the damage being done is "disgusting".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vandals-target-trail-made-for-boy-killed-in-blast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vandals-target-trail-made-for-boy-killed-in-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four arrested as hundreds ride through city centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "ride out" events are being heavily shared on social media, Northumbria Police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/four-arrested-as-hundreds-ride-through-city-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/four-arrested-as-hundreds-ride-through-city-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memorial stone for Palestinians planned for garden]]></title><description><![CDATA[The installation is expected to take place this year within Newcastle Civic Centre's Peace Garden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/memorial-stone-for-palestinians-planned-for-garden/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/memorial-stone-for-palestinians-planned-for-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England elections 2026: What do local councils do?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elections are taking place across England in 136 local authorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/england-elections-2026-what-do-local-councils-do/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/england-elections-2026-what-do-local-councils-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay]]></title><description><![CDATA[The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/month-of-worry-over-doctor-strike-surgery-delay/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/month-of-worry-over-doctor-strike-surgery-delay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Relief road plan backed by council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project at Blyth still requires official confirmation of &pound;50m in central government funding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/relief-road-plan-backed-by-council/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/relief-road-plan-backed-by-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Davey aims for Lib Dem northern breakthrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ed Davey says increasing his party's presence in the North is "hugely important".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/davey-aims-for-lib-dem-northern-breakthrough/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/davey-aims-for-lib-dem-northern-breakthrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast cancer surgery wait times rise in region]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rise is partly due to one trust capping its services after the discovery of multiple failings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breast-cancer-surgery-wait-times-rise-in-region/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breast-cancer-surgery-wait-times-rise-in-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improvements promised at 'rundown' nature reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new group set up to support Choppington Woods says parts of the site are unsafe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/improvements-promised-at-rundown-nature-reserve/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/improvements-promised-at-rundown-nature-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Split-second decisions can last a lifetime']]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 200 youngsters have now taken part in a scheme showing the devastation caused by knife crime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/split-second-decisions-can-last-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/split-second-decisions-can-last-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackmailer got £23k from friend with fake threats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jenna Thompson is jailed for her "wicked" campaign against her kind and generous friend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blackmailer-got-23k-from-friend-with-fake-threats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blackmailer-got-23k-from-friend-with-fake-threats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child sex offender hid relationship from police]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Gardner is jailed for breaching court orders imposed for sex offences against girls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-sex-offender-hid-relationship-from-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-sex-offender-hid-relationship-from-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer jailed for killing woman in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Roberts was responding to reports of a choking baby when he hit a motorbike, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-jailed-for-killing-woman-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-jailed-for-killing-woman-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle bring forward Hodge arrival from Exeter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls bring forward the signing of Exeter Chiefs full-back Josh Hodge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-bring-forward-hodge-arrival-from-exeter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-bring-forward-hodge-arrival-from-exeter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My 30 years photographing the North East and Cumbria]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the Angel of the North to Sycamore Gap, a news snapper looks back on the moments of his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-30-years-photographing-the-north-east-and-cumbria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/my-30-years-photographing-the-north-east-and-cumbria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muyeye century helps Kent secure draw at Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tawanda Muyeye hits an unbeaten century as Kent draw their opening County Championship game of the season at Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/muyeye-century-helps-kent-secure-draw-at-durham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/muyeye-century-helps-kent-secure-draw-at-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro running again after control room upgrades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro operator Nexus says the works went as planned with services resuming late on Monday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-running-again-after-control-room-upgrades/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-running-again-after-control-room-upgrades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire service report describes 'culture of fear']]></title><description><![CDATA[The leaked review, commissioned more than a year ago, reveals staff concerns and fears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fire-service-report-describes-culture-of-fear/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fire-service-report-describes-culture-of-fear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Lazy' dog owners hide poo bags in Hadrian's Wall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland park rangers are asking people to treat the wall with respect and take poo bags home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lazy-dog-owners-hide-poo-bags-in-hadrians-wall/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lazy-dog-owners-hide-poo-bags-in-hadrians-wall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer's bid to save church family helped build]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lindisfarne Methodist Church in Christon Bank is facing closure 135 years after it was built.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/farmers-bid-to-save-church-family-helped-build/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/farmers-bid-to-save-church-family-helped-build/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where are the region's 'best' photography spots?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Award-winning North East and Cumbria photographer Owen Humphreys shares his favourite spots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/where-are-the-regions-best-photography-spots/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/where-are-the-regions-best-photography-spots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro users warned ahead of network shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro operator Nexus is warning customers that morning journeys on Easter Monday will be affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-users-warned-ahead-of-network-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-users-warned-ahead-of-network-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm Dave causes damage and no play at Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Storm Dave causes damage to Durham's Riverside ground at Chester-le-Street, including scaffolding holding a sightscreen being blown over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-dave-causes-damage-and-no-play-at-durham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-dave-causes-damage-and-no-play-at-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds of motorbike riders join Easter egg run]]></title><description><![CDATA[The motorbike convoy dropped off Easter eggs at hospitals and raised money for charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-of-motorbike-riders-join-easter-egg-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-of-motorbike-riders-join-easter-egg-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Church's 500-year-old bell to ring again]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Church of Our Lady in Seaton, Northumberland, is undergoing repairs thanks to a &pound;245,000 grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/churchs-500-year-old-bell-to-ring-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/churchs-500-year-old-bell-to-ring-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle knocked out by much-changed La Rochelle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls go out of the Challenge Cup in the last-16 after a disappointing 26-18 loss to La Rochelle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-knocked-out-by-much-changed-la-rochelle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-knocked-out-by-much-changed-la-rochelle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community leader appointed high sheriff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ammar Yusuf Mirza says he will work to improve inclusion across Tyne and Wear after his appointment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/community-leader-appointed-high-sheriff/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/community-leader-appointed-high-sheriff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham take charge despite Northeast defiance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Northeast hits 94 on Kent return but Durham lead by 221 runs with eight wickets standing after day two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-take-charge-despite-northeast-defiance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-take-charge-despite-northeast-defiance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Camping and party ban planned for 'raves' beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[A councillor says pets have been made ill from drugs left in waste after "raves" at Druridge Bay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping-and-party-ban-planned-for-raves-beach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping-and-party-ban-planned-for-raves-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regeneration plan will lift North East, Metrocentre boss says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Healy says Gateshead Metro Riverside could be on par with Manchester's major redevelopment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/regeneration-plan-will-lift-north-east-metrocentre-boss-says/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/regeneration-plan-will-lift-north-east-metrocentre-boss-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England defender Trippier to leave Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kieran Trippier is to leave Newcastle United when the defender's contract expires this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-england-defender-trippier-to-leave-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-england-defender-trippier-to-leave-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Released seal pups gave helpers 'final farewell']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tynemouth Aquarium describes a "bittersweet moment" as two pups are released back to the wild.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/released-seal-pups-gave-helpers-final-farewell/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/released-seal-pups-gave-helpers-final-farewell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring's first flowers bloom as nature awakens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC's Weather Watchers share photographs as the first glimpses of spring appear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/springs-first-flowers-bloom-as-nature-awakens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/springs-first-flowers-bloom-as-nature-awakens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victorian vault 'risks being lost' under city plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans for the Forth Goods Yard, near Central Station, include 500 homes and a car park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/victorian-vault-risks-being-lost-under-city-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/victorian-vault-risks-being-lost-under-city-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charming three-bedroom bungalow in Newcastle upon Tyne for £260,000 (aff) - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charming three-bedroom bungalow in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;260,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charming-three-bedroom-bungalow-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-260000-aff-msn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charming-three-bedroom-bungalow-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-260000-aff-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for new relief road set for approval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland County Council is due to discuss the plans at a meeting next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-new-relief-road-set-for-approval/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-new-relief-road-set-for-approval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Tyneside 2026 election: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters are asked to vote for a third of the seats on North Tyneside Council in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-tyneside-2026-election-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-tyneside-2026-election-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones excited for La Rochelle's trip to Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle boss Stephen Jones says it is "awesome" to be facing ex-European Champions Cup winners La Rochelle in Europe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-excited-for-la-rochelles-trip-to-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-excited-for-la-rochelles-trip-to-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilgrims return to island 50 years after first trek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of those who walked from Penrith to Lindisfarne in 1976 are returning again 50 years on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pilgrims-return-to-island-50-years-after-first-trek/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pilgrims-return-to-island-50-years-after-first-trek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charming three-bedroom bungalow in Newcastle upon Tyne for £260,000 (aff) - NewcastleWorld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charming three-bedroom bungalow in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;260,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;NewcastleWorld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charming-three-bedroom-bungalow-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-260000-aff-newcastleworld/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charming-three-bedroom-bungalow-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-260000-aff-newcastleworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions in baths loan 'unlikely' to be repaid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fusion Lifestyle, which operates Newcastle's City Baths, is placed into administration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/millions-in-baths-loan-unlikely-to-be-repaid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/millions-in-baths-loan-unlikely-to-be-repaid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weapon obsessive used 3D printer to make gun parts]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Paul Dunlavy has an "extremely concerning obsession" with weapons and fantasy violence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/weapon-obsessive-used-3d-printer-to-make-gun-parts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/weapon-obsessive-used-3d-printer-to-make-gun-parts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Club-by-club guide to the 2026 County Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC local radio cricket commentators take a look at each County Championship side's prospects for the 2026 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/club-by-club-guide-to-the-2026-county-championship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/club-by-club-guide-to-the-2026-county-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Office block torn down ahead of flyover demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The removal of Computer House gives contractors better access to the doomed A167 Flyover.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/office-block-torn-down-ahead-of-flyover-demolition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/office-block-torn-down-ahead-of-flyover-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trust promoting market town folds over funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hexham Community Partnership says the majority of its income came from a town council grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/trust-promoting-market-town-folds-over-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/trust-promoting-market-town-folds-over-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The North East areas bidding for Town of Culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Towns across Northumberland, Tyneside and County Durham submit bids for the inaugural competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-north-east-areas-bidding-for-town-of-culture/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-north-east-areas-bidding-for-town-of-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royal visit marked with fish and chips]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Princess Royal visits a family-run business celebrating its centenary and a life-saving charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-visit-marked-with-fish-and-chips/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-visit-marked-with-fish-and-chips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rural homes 'too proud' for high energy costs fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Crisis and Resilience Fund opens, a charity says the process must be simpler for communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rural-homes-too-proud-for-high-energy-costs-fund/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rural-homes-too-proud-for-high-energy-costs-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad and son stole £100k jewellery in house raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Neculai Nederi is a "dishonest career criminal" with convictions across Europe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dad-and-son-stole-100k-jewellery-in-house-raids/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dad-and-son-stole-100k-jewellery-in-house-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest in Tyne-Wear derby racist abuse probe]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Gateshead man is arrested on suspicion of racially abusing Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arrest-in-tyne-wear-derby-racist-abuse-probe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/arrest-in-tyne-wear-derby-racist-abuse-probe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homes plan moves forward after years-long wait]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Wimpey applies to build 250 homes at the former Clasper Village Estate site in Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homes-plan-moves-forward-after-years-long-wait/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homes-plan-moves-forward-after-years-long-wait/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man fractured fight victim's face with headbutts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Haswell used extreme and shocking violence during a fight in a flat block foyer, a judge says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-fractured-fight-victims-face-with-headbutts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-fractured-fight-victims-face-with-headbutts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['That was bad' - Potts on his Ashes horror show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Potts' horror show in Sydney was the most brutal of England's Ashes lowlights but he wants to learn from the experience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/that-was-bad-potts-on-his-ashes-horror-show/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/that-was-bad-potts-on-his-ashes-horror-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor's defunct companies owed millions to creditors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blyth businessman Barry Elliott's firms criticised over care home fees and unfair dismissal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-councillors-defunct-companies-owed-millions-to-creditors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-councillors-defunct-companies-owed-millions-to-creditors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work starts on student accommodation block]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 2,000 students are to live at the Castle Leazes site, which replaces 1960s accommodation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-starts-on-student-accommodation-block/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/work-starts-on-student-accommodation-block/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for £8.5m college expansion set for approval]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report says it will help local people secure energy sector jobs and generate business nearby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-85m-college-expansion-set-for-approval/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plans-for-85m-college-expansion-set-for-approval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sycamore Gap tree sapling planted on Town Moor]]></title><description><![CDATA[It also marks the planting of the 10 millionth tree as part of the Trees for Climate scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sycamore-gap-tree-sapling-planted-on-town-moor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sycamore-gap-tree-sapling-planted-on-town-moor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle not looking to make Howe change at moment - CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson says he does not have a stance on the future of head coach Eddie Howe, but the club are "not looking to make a change at the moment".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-not-looking-to-make-howe-change-at-moment-ceo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-not-looking-to-make-howe-change-at-moment-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresh plans to demolish vandal-hit rehearsal hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building is empty and has become a magnet for vandalism, planning documents say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fresh-plans-to-demolish-vandal-hit-rehearsal-hall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fresh-plans-to-demolish-vandal-hit-rehearsal-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“I, Daniel Blake” at Northern Stage, Newcastle upon Tyne - Plays International]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;I, Daniel Blake&rdquo; at Northern Stage, Newcastle upon Tyne&nbsp;&nbsp;Plays International]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-daniel-blake-at-northern-stage-newcastle-upon-tyne-plays-international/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-daniel-blake-at-northern-stage-newcastle-upon-tyne-plays-international/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sisters Doll - Head Of Steam, Newcastle Upon Tyne UK - The Northern Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sisters Doll - Head Of Steam, Newcastle Upon Tyne UK&nbsp;&nbsp;The Northern Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sisters-doll-head-of-steam-newcastle-upon-tyne-uk-the-northern-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sisters-doll-head-of-steam-newcastle-upon-tyne-uk-the-northern-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New BBC detective show set in north-east England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robson Green will star in The Northumbria Mysteries, which will be produced in the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-bbc-detective-show-set-in-north-east-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-bbc-detective-show-set-in-north-east-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal signed for 4,500 homes by shopping centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brownfield sites around the Metrocentre in Gateshead are being redeveloped to create homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/deal-signed-for-4500-homes-by-shopping-centre/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/deal-signed-for-4500-homes-by-shopping-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man asked 'kind' boy who went to his aid for sex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henderson's 15-year-old victim approached "out of kindness" to check he was alright, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-asked-kind-boy-who-went-to-his-aid-for-sex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-asked-kind-boy-who-went-to-his-aid-for-sex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speeding driver killed woman in ambulance crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheila Hill died five months after an ambulance she was in was crashed into by Daniel Banks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/speeding-driver-killed-woman-in-ambulance-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/speeding-driver-killed-woman-in-ambulance-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen wins shooting world cup and sets record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bethany Norton, 19, claims a junior world record as she wins her first gold in a senior competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-wins-shooting-world-cup-and-sets-record/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-wins-shooting-world-cup-and-sets-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Horrible beast' raped woman who asked for help]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Flamson's victim says the attack has ruined her life and she hates the rapist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/horrible-beast-raped-woman-who-asked-for-help/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/horrible-beast-raped-woman-who-asked-for-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crossing patrol saving more toads from road carnage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Volunteers go out at night and ensure toads get across roads safely and to their breeding ground.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crossing-patrol-saving-more-toads-from-road-carnage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crossing-patrol-saving-more-toads-from-road-carnage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terrier owners travel for free at namesake station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operator Northern celebrates the delayed reopening of the station with 25 free travel passes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/terrier-owners-travel-for-free-at-namesake-station/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/terrier-owners-travel-for-free-at-namesake-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollen Breakdown - The Weather Channel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pollen Breakdown&nbsp;&nbsp;The Weather Channel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pollen-breakdown-the-weather-channel/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pollen-breakdown-the-weather-channel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hairy Biker Si King talks food, family and friends]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 59-year-old TV presenter and cook appears on the latest episode of Desert Island Discs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hairy-biker-si-king-talks-food-family-and-friends/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hairy-biker-si-king-talks-food-family-and-friends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity forced to sell off artwork 'to survive']]></title><description><![CDATA[New Light says the money from the collection will go towards keeping the charity afloat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-forced-to-sell-off-artwork-to-survive/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-forced-to-sell-off-artwork-to-survive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final station opens on Northumberland Line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bedlington is the last of four stations which were not ready when the line opened in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/final-station-opens-on-northumberland-line/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/final-station-opens-on-northumberland-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Moody skies and rainbows]]></title><description><![CDATA[You share your photos of dramatic clouds, large waves and a bit of sun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-photos-moody-skies-and-rainbows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-photos-moody-skies-and-rainbows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bus damages side of house in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[No passengers were on the bus in Benwell and the driver was taken to hospital, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bus-damages-side-of-house-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bus-damages-side-of-house-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking footballers want to level playing field]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teams often have to travel long distances and overnight to play their southern counterparts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/walking-footballers-want-to-level-playing-field/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/walking-footballers-want-to-level-playing-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hope for good season as puffins return to island]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coquet Island is home to about 45,000 breeding seabirds, including thousands of puffins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hope-for-good-season-as-puffins-return-to-island/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hope-for-good-season-as-puffins-return-to-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheek injury delays Stokes' return until May]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Ben Stokes is still recovering after surgery on a broken cheekbone and will not play for Durham next week as planned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cheek-injury-delays-stokes-return-until-may/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cheek-injury-delays-stokes-return-until-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City's electronic music venues struggling despite growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Social media posts claimed Newcastle's scene was thriving, but venues claim it is not the case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/citys-electronic-music-venues-struggling-despite-growth/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/citys-electronic-music-venues-struggling-despite-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkrun gave me the confidence to try a marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alannah Mathewson is raising money for Parkrun's charity in the hope of inspiring other women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkrun-gave-me-the-confidence-to-try-a-marathon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkrun-gave-me-the-confidence-to-try-a-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dominant Exeter sweep aside Newcastle to go third]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs move up to third in The Prem as they run in six tries in winning away at Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dominant-exeter-sweep-aside-newcastle-to-go-third/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dominant-exeter-sweep-aside-newcastle-to-go-third/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congested 'misery' roundabout to get upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North East Mayor says the news is a "victory for drivers" after years of campaigning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/congested-misery-roundabout-to-get-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/congested-misery-roundabout-to-get-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benkenstein back at Durham as batting consultant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Durham captain Dale Benkenstein returns to the club as batting consultant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/benkenstein-back-at-durham-as-batting-consultant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/benkenstein-back-at-durham-as-batting-consultant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen jailed for belonging to banned neo-Nazi group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The boy, 16, from Northumberland is jailed for three-and-a-half years, plus a year of supervision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-jailed-for-belonging-to-banned-neo-nazi-group/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-jailed-for-belonging-to-banned-neo-nazi-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Itoje, Ford, Rees-Zammit and Freeman return in Prem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maro Itoje, Tommy Freeman and Louis Rees-Zammit are among the internationals returning to their Prem teams to start this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/itoje-ford-rees-zammit-and-freeman-return-in-prem/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/itoje-ford-rees-zammit-and-freeman-return-in-prem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferry suspension extended until at least mid-April]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service between North and South Shields has been off since late January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-suspension-extended-until-at-least-mid-april/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-suspension-extended-until-at-least-mid-april/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I travelled hours for anorexia care, don't make others do the same']]></title><description><![CDATA[Beth Scott says the closure of the region's only eating disorder inpatient ward puts lives at risk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-travelled-hours-for-anorexia-care-dont-make-others-do-the-same/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-travelled-hours-for-anorexia-care-dont-make-others-do-the-same/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gosforth,-Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England Weather Forecast | MSN Weather - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gosforth,-Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England Weather Forecast | MSN Weather&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gosforth-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-weather-forecast-msn-weather-msn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gosforth-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-weather-forecast-msn-weather-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro trains delayed due to overhead line problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trains were delayed across the Tyne and Wear Metro on Thursday morning, according to Nexus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-trains-delayed-due-to-overhead-line-problem/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-trains-delayed-due-to-overhead-line-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade returns for Newcastle - Prem team news round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christian Wade resumes his Prem Rugby try quest as Newcastle Red Bulls face Exeter Chiefs on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wade-returns-for-newcastle-prem-team-news-round-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wade-returns-for-newcastle-prem-team-news-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drink-driver who killed friend is jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Neville is serving an 11-year sentence after he drove drunk, killing his friend Matthew Newton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drink-driver-who-killed-friend-is-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drink-driver-who-killed-friend-is-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off-lead dog ban 'will not happen' on popular beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beadnell Parish Council accepts the policy would be unwelcome and may put dog owners off visiting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/off-lead-dog-ban-will-not-happen-on-popular-beach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/off-lead-dog-ban-will-not-happen-on-popular-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Parkinson's therapist helped me speak again']]></title><description><![CDATA[People living with Parkinson's disease urge a trust to reinstate a specialist service in Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkinsons-therapist-helped-me-speak-again/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parkinsons-therapist-helped-me-speak-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do not turn your heating off, charities warn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisations say there is support available after heating oil doubled in price due to the war in Iran.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/do-not-turn-your-heating-off-charities-warn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/do-not-turn-your-heating-off-charities-warn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romance fraudster who was 'blinded by greed' jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Model Gemma Kingsley, 50, is jailed for conning different men out of large sums of money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/romance-fraudster-who-was-blinded-by-greed-jailed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/romance-fraudster-who-was-blinded-by-greed-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son given hospital order for mother's manslaughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[June Sanderson died from a brain bleed in 2019 after being attacked by her son, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/son-given-hospital-order-for-mothers-manslaughter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/son-given-hospital-order-for-mothers-manslaughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hammer attacker admits attempted murder mid-trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Clancy is facing a lengthy prison sentence after he left a woman with life-changing injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hammer-attacker-admits-attempted-murder-mid-trial/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hammer-attacker-admits-attempted-murder-mid-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Wales and Lions full-back Williams retires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams has announced his retirement from rugby union.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-wales-and-lions-full-back-williams-retires/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-wales-and-lions-full-back-williams-retires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones believes Newcastle are moving in right direction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Stephen Jones believes his side is moving in the "right direction" after the narrow defeat by leaders Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-believes-newcastle-are-moving-in-right-direction/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-believes-newcastle-are-moving-in-right-direction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I shampooed with raw egg to try and get pregnant']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tired of health misinformation on social media, Barbora Gray is fighting back by sharing facts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-shampooed-with-raw-egg-to-try-and-get-pregnant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-shampooed-with-raw-egg-to-try-and-get-pregnant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead local elections 2026: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council will have an all-out election on Thursday 7 May where all seats are contested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-local-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-local-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Explosive athlete' - Newcastle sign Saracens hooker Adejimi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle sign 24-year-old Saracens hooker Samson Adejimi on a one-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/explosive-athlete-newcastle-sign-saracens-hooker-adejimi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/explosive-athlete-newcastle-sign-saracens-hooker-adejimi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro air con leak fix found, operator says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A solution for the new Tyne and Wear trains' air conditioning systems is ready to be rolled out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-air-con-leak-fix-found-operator-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-air-con-leak-fix-found-operator-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High memorial bench demand leads to restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside says it paused memorial bench applications last summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/high-memorial-bench-demand-leads-to-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/high-memorial-bench-demand-leads-to-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forestry England in early stages of wind farm plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forestry England says plans for an onshore wind farm in Northumberland are in the "early stages".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/forestry-england-in-early-stages-of-wind-farm-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/forestry-england-in-early-stages-of-wind-farm-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street lighting pillars installation under way]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lighting pillars, which stand about 50ft (15m) tall, pay homage to the poles at Holy Island.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/street-lighting-pillars-installation-under-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/street-lighting-pillars-installation-under-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teachers strike again over disruptive behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teachers are walking out for 12 days in March and April over lack of action on poor pupil behaviour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teachers-strike-again-over-disruptive-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teachers-strike-again-over-disruptive-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students told to vacate block over safety issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unite Group says it does not expect the art deco site to reopen for the next academic year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-told-to-vacate-block-over-safety-issues/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-told-to-vacate-block-over-safety-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes looks to future after 'hardest period']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes says the past three months have been "the hardest period" of his England captaincy, and backs the current regime to take the team forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-looks-to-future-after-hardest-period/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-looks-to-future-after-hardest-period/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle v the system - is Saudi 2030 vision unrealistic?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle want to be one of the top clubs in the world by 2030. BBC Sport examines why their Saudi owners are going to have to show a lot more ambition to get anywhere near that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-v-the-system-is-saudi-2030-vision-unrealistic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-v-the-system-is-saudi-2030-vision-unrealistic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead defender Johnson retires, aged 29]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead defender Callum Johnson announces his retirement at the age of 29 after a succession of muscle injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-defender-johnson-retires-aged-29/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-defender-johnson-retires-aged-29/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City centre office block to be demolished]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council claims it is uneconomical to refurbish Higham House office block citing 'poor construction'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-centre-office-block-to-be-demolished/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-centre-office-block-to-be-demolished/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EasyJet base returns to Newcastle Airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[The airline CEO says "tough choices" were made during the pandemic to close the base.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/easyjet-base-returns-to-newcastle-airport/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/easyjet-base-returns-to-newcastle-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland not very good compared with Newcastle - Gordon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Gordon says Newcastle United's defeat by rivals Sunderland is "not good enough" because the Black Cats are "not very good" compared with the Magpies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-not-very-good-compared-with-newcastle-gordon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-not-very-good-compared-with-newcastle-gordon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Edinburgh fly-half Healy on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls bring in Edinburgh fly-half Ben Healy on loan for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-edinburgh-fly-half-healy-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-edinburgh-fly-half-healy-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funds committed to explore more rail expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Money is signed off to explore Northumberland Line expansion and the reopening of the Leamside Line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funds-committed-to-explore-more-rail-expansion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funds-committed-to-explore-more-rail-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Affordable two-bedroom modern semi-detached house in Newcastle upon Tyne for £195,000 (aff) - newcastleworld.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Affordable two-bedroom modern semi-detached house in Newcastle upon Tyne for &pound;195,000 (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;newcastleworld.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/affordable-two-bedroom-modern-semi-detached-house-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-195000-aff-newcastleworldcom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/affordable-two-bedroom-modern-semi-detached-house-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-for-195000-aff-newcastleworldcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle's Barnes replaces Eze in England squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes earns call-up to Thomas Tuchel's England squad to replace the injured Eberechi Eze.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastles-barnes-replaces-eze-in-england-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastles-barnes-replaces-eze-in-england-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grisly or just country life? The mole photos dividing social media]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hill walker shares a snap of moles hanging on barbed wire and is surprised by the huge response.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/grisly-or-just-country-life-the-mole-photos-dividing-social-media/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/grisly-or-just-country-life-the-mole-photos-dividing-social-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tyne-Wear derby 'largely without incident']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police thanks fans of both clubs who "adhered to the provisions in place".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tyne-wear-derby-largely-without-incident/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tyne-wear-derby-largely-without-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle-Sunderland paused after reported racism towards Geertruida]]></title><description><![CDATA[Referee Anthony Taylor stopped the Premier League match in line with the competition's on-field anti-discrimination protocol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sunderland-paused-after-reported-racism-towards-geertruida/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sunderland-paused-after-reported-racism-towards-geertruida/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pathetic' Newcastle draw Shearer ire - as Sunderland in dreamland]]></title><description><![CDATA[From mocking and celebration to despair and disbelief - Newcastle fans go through every emotion as their poor Tyne-Wear derby record continues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pathetic-newcastle-draw-shearer-ire-as-sunderland-in-dreamland/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/pathetic-newcastle-draw-shearer-ire-as-sunderland-in-dreamland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Lucky escape' for seal pup tangled in fishing net]]></title><description><![CDATA[A wildlife conservation group says discarded fishing nets can be fatal to seals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lucky-escape-for-seal-pup-tangled-in-fishing-net/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lucky-escape-for-seal-pup-tangled-in-fishing-net/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodland classroom built at popular nature reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland Wildlife Trust says it hopes the outdoor space will complement the indoor classroom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woodland-classroom-built-at-popular-nature-reserve/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woodland-classroom-built-at-popular-nature-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your pictures: Welcoming the spring colours]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers photographers capture blue skies and colourful flowers as spring arrives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-welcoming-the-spring-colours/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-welcoming-the-spring-colours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seagrass and kelp projects inspire artwork]]></title><description><![CDATA[Artists work with Durham Wildlife Trust to learn about marine habitats for exhibitions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seagrass-and-kelp-projects-inspire-artwork/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seagrass-and-kelp-projects-inspire-artwork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voters share views with MPs on immigration]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of 20 voters are selected to discuss the government's migration policy in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/voters-share-views-with-mps-on-immigration/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/voters-share-views-with-mps-on-immigration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland match winner compares living in Newcastle Upon Tyne to Amsterdam - themag.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland match winner compares living in Newcastle Upon Tyne to Amsterdam&nbsp;&nbsp;themag.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-match-winner-compares-living-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-to-amsterdam-themagcouk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-match-winner-compares-living-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-to-amsterdam-themagcouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland match winner compares living in Newcastle Upon Tyne to Amsterdam - The Mag]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland match winner compares living in Newcastle Upon Tyne to Amsterdam&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mag]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-match-winner-compares-living-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-to-amsterdam-the-mag/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunderland-match-winner-compares-living-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-to-amsterdam-the-mag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints edge to narrow win over Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints go top of the Prem table with a hard fought and often unconvincing 28-27 victory over bottom club Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saints-edge-to-narrow-win-over-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saints-edge-to-narrow-win-over-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family divided over Tyne-Wear derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirsty Cummings and her daughter support Sunderland but husband Steven and son are Newcastle fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/family-divided-over-tyne-wear-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/family-divided-over-tyne-wear-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Migrant shearers ban 'risks sheep welfare']]></title><description><![CDATA[As restrictions on international shearers near, the government says farmers should find UK staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/migrant-shearers-ban-risks-sheep-welfare/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/migrant-shearers-ban-risks-sheep-welfare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Look inside city's indoor market after &pound;9m revamp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grainger Market in Newcastle has a fresh, new look along with new seating and doors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/look-inside-citys-indoor-market-after-pound9m-revamp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/look-inside-citys-indoor-market-after-pound9m-revamp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Northumberland Line success help more open?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passenger numbers are high but experts say there is no political will to fund other schemes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/will-northumberland-line-success-help-more-open/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/will-northumberland-line-success-help-more-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vicky Pattison: Romance fraud victims turn pain into purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Newcastle-born podcast host says women often turn to social media sites to protect themselves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vicky-pattison-romance-fraud-victims-turn-pain-into-purpose/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vicky-pattison-romance-fraud-victims-turn-pain-into-purpose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC host completes marathon pedalo challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Bailey completes a marathon in a pedalo two years after completing half that distance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-host-completes-marathon-pedalo-challenge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-host-completes-marathon-pedalo-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firms who failed to pay minimum wage named]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is understood workers have since been reimbursed, with some issues relating to previous owners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/firms-who-failed-to-pay-minimum-wage-named/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/firms-who-failed-to-pay-minimum-wage-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date set for doomed flyover demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work to demolish the crumbling road in Gateshead is set to continue for the rest of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/date-set-for-doomed-flyover-demolition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/date-set-for-doomed-flyover-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Undercover officers deployed across Metro trains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police use plain-clothed officers at problem spots on the Tyne and Wear Metro.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/undercover-officers-deployed-across-metro-trains/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/undercover-officers-deployed-across-metro-trains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Tyneside elections 2026: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Details and analysis for South Tyneside Council's all-out local election on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-tyneside-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-tyneside-elections-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russell and Earl among starters as Prem returns - team news from every game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's Finn Russell, England internationals Ben Spencer, Ben Earl, Marcus Smith and Wales' Tomos Williams all start for their Prem clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/russell-and-earl-among-starters-as-prem-returns-team-news-from-every-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/russell-and-earl-among-starters-as-prem-returns-team-news-from-every-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revamped indoor market dubbed 'best in the world']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grade I listed indoor market now has more open space to host cultural events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/revamped-indoor-market-dubbed-best-in-the-world/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/revamped-indoor-market-dubbed-best-in-the-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver becomes causeway's first rescue of the year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The driver is safe after climbing on to the car roof due to the height of the tide, the RNLI says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/driver-becomes-causeways-first-rescue-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/driver-becomes-causeways-first-rescue-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway arch murals 'showcase town's people']]></title><description><![CDATA[The huge artworks are part of a celebration marking the opening of a new events space in Gateshead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/railway-arch-murals-showcase-towns-people/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/railway-arch-murals-showcase-towns-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council asked to curtail first-class train use]]></title><description><![CDATA[A meeting of South Tyneside Council is to decide if members should always buy the cheapest ticket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-asked-to-curtail-first-class-train-use/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-asked-to-curtail-first-class-train-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones out to unite attack game with Newcastle DNA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Jones wants to combine his own attacking philosophies with the Newcastle ethos as he begins his spell as head coach of the Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-out-to-unite-attack-game-with-newcastle-dna/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jones-out-to-unite-attack-game-with-newcastle-dna/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Monster' rapist drugged and sexually abused women]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge praises Khamal Hussain's two victims for ensuring the rapist cannot attack anyone else.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/monster-rapist-drugged-and-sexually-abused-women/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/monster-rapist-drugged-and-sexually-abused-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Masseur in court charged with 55 sexual offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Terence McBrien's alleged offences relate to 14 women dating between 2011 and 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/masseur-in-court-charged-with-55-sexual-offences/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/masseur-in-court-charged-with-55-sexual-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inquest opens into army officer's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest hears Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney died in a live firing training exercise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inquest-opens-into-army-officers-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/inquest-opens-into-army-officers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Coventry back-row Ferrie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls sign Coventry back-row forward Allan Ferrie on a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-coventry-back-row-ferrie/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-sign-coventry-back-row-ferrie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School 'poverty policy officers' to help families]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-poverty-policy-officers-to-help-families/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-poverty-policy-officers-to-help-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Bath lead race for top four as Prem returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at how things stand in Prem rugby as the league returns after an eight-week break with Northampton top of the table and six teams in play-off contention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saints-and-bath-lead-race-for-top-four-as-prem-returns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saints-and-bath-lead-race-for-top-four-as-prem-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans warned over Tyne-Wear derby travel disruption]]></title><description><![CDATA[Engineering works and a limited train service will affect fans going to see Newcastle play Sunderland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fans-warned-over-tyne-wear-derby-travel-disruption/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fans-warned-over-tyne-wear-derby-travel-disruption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From hope to humiliation, so what now for Newcastle?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a humbling Champions League last-16 defeat by Barcelona, what next for Eddie Howe's Newcastle?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/from-hope-to-humiliation-so-what-now-for-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/from-hope-to-humiliation-so-what-now-for-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Radio 1 star hits &pound;1.6m by end of 'hardest day']]></title><description><![CDATA[Greg James is attempting to cycle 1,000km from Weymouth to Edinburgh in eight days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/radio-1-star-hits-pound16m-by-end-of-hardest-day/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/radio-1-star-hits-pound16m-by-end-of-hardest-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two more towns submit culture prize bids]]></title><description><![CDATA[A shortlist will be chosen after the closing date for expressions of interest on 31 March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-more-towns-submit-culture-prize-bids/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-more-towns-submit-culture-prize-bids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents 'chuffed' as school saved from closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents react as the future of the North Tyneside school is secured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parents-chuffed-as-school-saved-from-closure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/parents-chuffed-as-school-saved-from-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor bankruptcy case dismissed after payment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Reform UK councillor, who represents the Newsham ward, was served with a petition in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-bankruptcy-case-dismissed-after-payment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-bankruptcy-case-dismissed-after-payment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer diagnosis singer in 'positivity' plea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ginger Wildheart, who is refusing treatment, says he "has lived the life of 10 men".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cancer-diagnosis-singer-in-positivity-plea/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cancer-diagnosis-singer-in-positivity-plea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forest-Hall,-Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England Weather Forecast | MSN Weather - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forest-Hall,-Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England Weather Forecast | MSN Weather&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/forest-hall-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-weather-forecast-msn-weather-msn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/forest-hall-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-weather-forecast-msn-weather-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall renews hostilities with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday night and team-mate Kieran Trippier believes he has "all the attributes to be one of the best left-backs in the world".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-anti-lamine-backed-to-be-one-of-best-in-world/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-anti-lamine-backed-to-be-one-of-best-in-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheep laws praised but 'horrific attacks' rising]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northern farmers welcome stricter sheep worrying laws but say dog owners must be more responsible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sheep-laws-praised-but-horrific-attacks-rising/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sheep-laws-praised-but-horrific-attacks-rising/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seasonal sheep shearers get 'final' visa reprieve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumberland MPs welcome the news overseas shearers will be allowed to work for one more year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seasonal-sheep-shearers-get-final-visa-reprieve/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/seasonal-sheep-shearers-get-final-visa-reprieve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro line to close for five days for wire work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nexus is replacing overhead line along part of the Tyne and Wear Metro serving South Tyneside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-line-to-close-for-five-days-for-wire-work/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-line-to-close-for-five-days-for-wire-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale winger Ene latest to join Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks winger Obi Ene becomes the 18th player to sign for Newcastle Red Bulls for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sale-winger-ene-latest-to-join-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sale-winger-ene-latest-to-join-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Museums bid to save Battle of Trafalgar flag]]></title><description><![CDATA[North East Museums want to acquire the rare Union Flag that was flown at the Battle of Trafalgar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/museums-bid-to-save-battle-of-trafalgar-flag/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/museums-bid-to-save-battle-of-trafalgar-flag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rural areas 'let down' by lack of oil regulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Morris believes heating oil should have had a price cap introduced like energy and electricity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rural-areas-let-down-by-lack-of-oil-regulation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rural-areas-let-down-by-lack-of-oil-regulation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under-threat middle school saved from closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monkseaton Middle School will expand its year groups in order to secure its future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/under-threat-middle-school-saved-from-closure/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/under-threat-middle-school-saved-from-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blocked solar farm plan to be appealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Developer Exagen says there is "urgent need" for renewable energy generation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blocked-solar-farm-plan-to-be-appealed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/blocked-solar-farm-plan-to-be-appealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australia all-rounder Graham joins Durham for T20]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heather Graham, who has played six white-ball internationals for Australia, joins Durham for the 2026 T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/australia-all-rounder-graham-joins-durham-for-t20/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/australia-all-rounder-graham-joins-durham-for-t20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rapist attacked woman during 999 call to police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Batey is jailed for raping a woman, who called police for help during the attack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rapist-attacked-woman-during-999-call-to-police/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rapist-attacked-woman-during-999-call-to-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Jealous' woman tormented ex with fake allegations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joanne Nicholson's victims say she was intent on destroying their lives with repeated lies to police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jealous-woman-tormented-ex-with-fake-allegations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jealous-woman-tormented-ex-with-fake-allegations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 12, on e-scooter seriously injured in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say a 48-year-old was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boy-12-on-e-scooter-seriously-injured-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boy-12-on-e-scooter-seriously-injured-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leisure centre to get £250,000 towards upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birtley Leisure Centre is getting new gym equipment, exercise bikes and upgraded saunas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leisure-centre-to-get-250000-towards-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leisure-centre-to-get-250000-towards-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Head coach Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls as former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones takes over for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/head-coach-dickens-leaves-newcastle-red-bulls/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/head-coach-dickens-leaves-newcastle-red-bulls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Props poised for flyover demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon says the demolition work is "getting closer" to starting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/props-poised-for-flyover-demolition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/props-poised-for-flyover-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey identifies 144 homeless women in city]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity Shelter says it is "shocked" by the level of homelessness its researchers found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/survey-identifies-144-homeless-women-in-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/survey-identifies-144-homeless-women-in-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Pictures: Sea views under changing skies]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers share scenes of serenity from the sea shores of northern England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-pictures-sea-views-under-changing-skies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/in-pictures-sea-views-under-changing-skies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New mosque opens after 20 years of planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[The imam who leads Newcastle Central Mosque says he hopes the building will be used by everyone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-mosque-opens-after-20-years-of-planning/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-mosque-opens-after-20-years-of-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon hits back at 'complete nonsense' from Rooney and Shearer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United's match-winner against Chelsea, Anthony Gordon, responds to "complete nonsense" from pundits Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-hits-back-at-complete-nonsense-from-rooney-and-shearer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-hits-back-at-complete-nonsense-from-rooney-and-shearer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crowds join Holi festival in celebration of colour and music]]></title><description><![CDATA[Baltic Square is transformed into a multi-coloured sea of fun for the annual event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crowds-join-holi-festival-in-celebration-of-colour-and-music/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/crowds-join-holi-festival-in-celebration-of-colour-and-music/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photos celebrate community as part of rail birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The exhibition features images of "inspirational" women and non-binary people from the North East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photos-celebrate-community-as-part-of-rail-birthday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photos-celebrate-community-as-part-of-rail-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public invited to pick Sycamore Gap tree artwork]]></title><description><![CDATA[The winner will use half of the illegally-felled tree's timber, with voting open until 28 March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-invited-to-pick-sycamore-gap-tree-artwork/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-invited-to-pick-sycamore-gap-tree-artwork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much is council tax rising in your area?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight of the region's 14 authorities are imposing maximum 4.99% tax rises from April.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-much-is-council-tax-rising-in-your-area/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-much-is-council-tax-rising-in-your-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council's first-class travel 'broke no rules']]></title><description><![CDATA[An internal South Tyneside Council audit concludes the travel costs are "not considered significant".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councils-first-class-travel-broke-no-rules/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councils-first-class-travel-broke-no-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglars threatened to behead woman and dog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men are jailed for the terrifying targeting of an elderly couple in their own home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burglars-threatened-to-behead-woman-and-dog/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burglars-threatened-to-behead-woman-and-dog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Tindall - the most misunderstood man in football?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United assistant Jason Tindall has stood alongside head coach Eddie Howe for the best part of two decades and is more than a wind-up merchant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jason-tindall-the-most-misunderstood-man-in-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jason-tindall-the-most-misunderstood-man-in-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe defends Gordon after Shearer and Keane criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe says it was his decision not to start Anthony Gordon against Barcelona after the unwell Newcastle United forward was criticised by pundits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-defends-gordon-after-shearer-and-keane-criticism/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-defends-gordon-after-shearer-and-keane-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle and Italy hooker Faiva retires]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Zealand-born Newcastle Red Bulls hooker Hame Faiva retires from injury at the age of 31.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-and-italy-hooker-faiva-retires/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-and-italy-hooker-faiva-retires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green light for new security gates at listed pier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Port of Tyne says the new gates are needed to prevent vandalism and increase safety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-light-for-new-security-gates-at-listed-pier/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-light-for-new-security-gates-at-listed-pier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears for rural libraries as consultation begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council proposes reducing hours in some libraries but says there will be no closures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fears-for-rural-libraries-as-consultation-begins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fears-for-rural-libraries-as-consultation-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wind and rain sees roads closed and races off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roads are shut and events called off due to the weather in the north-east of England and Cumbria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wind-and-rain-sees-roads-closed-and-races-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wind-and-rain-sees-roads-closed-and-races-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Refugees lobby MPs over asylum rule change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Omot Otor was one of a group of refugees who attended a protest against rule changes in London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/refugees-lobby-mps-over-asylum-rule-change/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/refugees-lobby-mps-over-asylum-rule-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man almost died in 'pathetic' bike row  stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men are jailed for an attack which left a man with four "life-threatening" stab wounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-almost-died-in-pathetic-bike-row-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-almost-died-in-pathetic-bike-row-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cash-strapped council to write off £400k rent debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The authority says it has exhausted all ways to recover the debts from former tenants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cash-strapped-council-to-write-off-400k-rent-debt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cash-strapped-council-to-write-off-400k-rent-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cocaine driver killed brother and nephew in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Webb was an "accident waiting to happen" before the fatal crash, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cocaine-driver-killed-brother-and-nephew-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cocaine-driver-killed-brother-and-nephew-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade to stay with Newcastle for further year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christian Wade, scorer of 93 tries in Prem Rugby, signs a new contract that gives him a shot at the all-time record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wade-to-stay-with-newcastle-for-further-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wade-to-stay-with-newcastle-for-further-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women']]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-pussycat-dolls-confirm-reunion-were-celebrating-where-were-at-as-women/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-pussycat-dolls-confirm-reunion-were-celebrating-where-were-at-as-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greedy beaver caught twice in monitoring trap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers in Northumberland say the beavers are doing well after they were caught and checked over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/greedy-beaver-caught-twice-in-monitoring-trap/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/greedy-beaver-caught-twice-in-monitoring-trap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public meeting as another bank closure approaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Berwick's MP David Smith says banks do not realise the impact of closures on rural areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-meeting-as-another-bank-closure-approaches/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/public-meeting-as-another-bank-closure-approaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proton beam hope for asbestos cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer linked to asbestos, but a trial hopes to prolong patient lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/proton-beam-hope-for-asbestos-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/proton-beam-hope-for-asbestos-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist in his 70s dies in crash with van]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rider of a white Ducati Multistrada dies in the crash near the Tyne Tunnel Industrial Estate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/motorcyclist-in-his-70s-dies-in-crash-with-van/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/motorcyclist-in-his-70s-dies-in-crash-with-van/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IT worker found pensioner paedophile's image haul]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Crallan, 81, collected hundreds of "repugnant" images over a 17-year period, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/it-worker-found-pensioner-paedophiles-image-haul/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/it-worker-found-pensioner-paedophiles-image-haul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football fan attends wrong St James' Park 366 miles away]]></title><description><![CDATA[The supporter travelled from London to Exeter, instead of Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-fan-attends-wrong-st-james-park-366-miles-away/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-fan-attends-wrong-st-james-park-366-miles-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona fan visits wrong St James' Park in quest to watch Newcastle tie]]></title><description><![CDATA[The supporter travelled from London to Exeter, instead of Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barcelona-fan-visits-wrong-st-james-park-in-quest-to-watch-newcastle-tie/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barcelona-fan-visits-wrong-st-james-park-in-quest-to-watch-newcastle-tie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rabbit-kicking burglar jailed for latest spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Jack Morgan, 27, poses a high risk of reoffending and causing serious harm to others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rabbit-kicking-burglar-jailed-for-latest-spree/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rabbit-kicking-burglar-jailed-for-latest-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New woodland planned to boost biodiversity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forestry England says the new wood in Gateshead will boost biodiversity and capture carbon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-woodland-planned-to-boost-biodiversity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-woodland-planned-to-boost-biodiversity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glimpse of bridge restoration as scaffolding down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work on a section of the Tyne Bridge is complete, offering passers-by a view of the final finish.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/glimpse-of-bridge-restoration-as-scaffolding-down/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/glimpse-of-bridge-restoration-as-scaffolding-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your wildlife photos as spring stirs into season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northern photographers share their images of wildlife as spring equinox starts next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-wildlife-photos-as-spring-stirs-into-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-wildlife-photos-as-spring-stirs-into-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sense of missed opportunity for Newcastle after late Barca blow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Howe's Newcastle were so close to a famous European victory, but now face a herculean second-leg task after Lamine Yamal's late penalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sense-of-missed-opportunity-for-newcastle-after-late-barca-blow/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sense-of-missed-opportunity-for-newcastle-after-late-barca-blow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro control room to get £8.8m upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[To reduce the impact on customers, the work is being planned around upcoming bank holidays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-control-room-to-get-88m-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-control-room-to-get-88m-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DIY sailor completes round-the-world trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Waugh, from Northumberland, says he feels "on top of the world" after his mammoth journey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/diy-sailor-completes-round-the-world-trip/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/diy-sailor-completes-round-the-world-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chip shop attackers robbed victim of necklace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connor Wade and his stepfather, who has since died, used "gratuitous" violence, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chip-shop-attackers-robbed-victim-of-necklace/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/chip-shop-attackers-robbed-victim-of-necklace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile caught after reporting girl abuse fears]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Daniel Robson's case is unusual as he was caught after reporting abuse concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-caught-after-reporting-girl-abuse-fears/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-caught-after-reporting-girl-abuse-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disused railway arches turned into public art]]></title><description><![CDATA[The murals celebrate the area's important historical figures and culture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/disused-railway-arches-turned-into-public-art/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/disused-railway-arches-turned-into-public-art/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Newcastle United are plotting a course to the WSL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United have risen from the fourth tier to the fringe of the Women's Super League - BBC Sport looks at how they've done it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-newcastle-united-are-plotting-a-course-to-the-wsl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-newcastle-united-are-plotting-a-course-to-the-wsl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connection delays 'frustrating' in off-grid valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Octopus Energy customers have mains electricity but cannot use it because of meter-fitting delays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/connection-delays-frustrating-in-off-grid-valley/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/connection-delays-frustrating-in-off-grid-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amble enters race to be Town of Culture 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fishing town of Amble in Northumberland is bidding to become the first UK Town of Culture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/amble-enters-race-to-be-town-of-culture-2028/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/amble-enters-race-to-be-town-of-culture-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor steps in with arena and film studio funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North East Combined Authority is to consider a &pound;104m package to kickstart work on the projects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-steps-in-with-arena-and-film-studio-funds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/mayor-steps-in-with-arena-and-film-studio-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile ex-sailor jailed for raping second boy]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Henderson, who is already serving a prison term for raping a boy, has been jailed for longer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-ex-sailor-jailed-for-raping-second-boy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-ex-sailor-jailed-for-raping-second-boy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale prop Harper to join Newcastle at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks tighthead prop James Harper is to leave the club at the end of the season to join Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sale-prop-harper-to-join-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sale-prop-harper-to-join-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off-lead dog ban considered for popular beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beadnell Parish Council is considering introducing restrictions from May to September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/off-lead-dog-ban-considered-for-popular-beach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/off-lead-dog-ban-considered-for-popular-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estate's roads 'truly appalling' after bad weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[A resident says those living near construction in Great Park are living in a "sea of mud".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/estates-roads-truly-appalling-after-bad-weather/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/estates-roads-truly-appalling-after-bad-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC Introducing acts to watch at Radio 1's Big Weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is coming to Sunderland and here are nine North East artist to go and see.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-introducing-acts-to-watch-at-radio-1s-big-weekend/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bbc-introducing-acts-to-watch-at-radio-1s-big-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Path beams await check a year after damage found]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council says the beams require additional checks but it has not put out a tender for the work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/path-beams-await-check-a-year-after-damage-found/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/path-beams-await-check-a-year-after-damage-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life-saving train driver honoured with railway star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Helen Donagher had worked for LNER for three months when the train she was driving struck a person.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/life-saving-train-driver-honoured-with-railway-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/life-saving-train-driver-honoured-with-railway-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palestine refugee mural return vetoed by station]]></title><description><![CDATA[It will go back on display elsewhere more than two years after being removed over antisemitism claims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/palestine-refugee-mural-return-vetoed-by-station/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/palestine-refugee-mural-return-vetoed-by-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Region urged to 'dream big' for sporting future]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new organisation wants to help the North East host sport events like the Olympic Games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/region-urged-to-dream-big-for-sporting-future/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/region-urged-to-dream-big-for-sporting-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A tough lesson' - Newcastle get  sobering reminder of gap to top]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admits his side were taught a tough lesson in their 3-1 FA Cup fifth-round defeat by Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/a-tough-lesson-newcastle-get-sobering-reminder-of-gap-to-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 01:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/a-tough-lesson-newcastle-get-sobering-reminder-of-gap-to-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sycamore Gap sapling given to Hadrian's Wall fort]]></title><description><![CDATA[The young tree is now growing at Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend, which stands on Hadrian's Wall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sycamore-gap-sapling-given-to-hadrians-wall-fort/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sycamore-gap-sapling-given-to-hadrians-wall-fort/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Pictures: Spectacular orange moons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weather presenter Paul Mooney says the tint can be explained the moon's proximity to the horizon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-spectacular-orange-moons/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-spectacular-orange-moons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The century-old library that 'hid' from bombs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Central Library is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a series of events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-century-old-library-that-hid-from-bombs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-century-old-library-that-hid-from-bombs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nature reserve boss hopeful for island's birds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coquet Island, in Northumberland, is home to puffins, eiders, razorbills and rare roseate terns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nature-reserve-boss-hopeful-for-islands-birds/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nature-reserve-boss-hopeful-for-islands-birds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Force admits unlawful arrest of pro-Gaza protester]]></title><description><![CDATA[The retired social worker's arrest could not be justified, Northumbria Police says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/force-admits-unlawful-arrest-of-pro-gaza-protester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/force-admits-unlawful-arrest-of-pro-gaza-protester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two more North East bids for Town of Culture 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead and Blyth announce their bids to win the status and a &pound;3m prize.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-more-north-east-bids-for-town-of-culture-2028/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/two-more-north-east-bids-for-town-of-culture-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile jailed for sexually abusing girl in car]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Lewis Herman hugely impaired the girl's ability to enjoy a normal life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-jailed-for-sexually-abusing-girl-in-car/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-jailed-for-sexually-abusing-girl-in-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs and Somerset latest to cancel Middle East tours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire, Somerset, Durham, Yorkshire, Glamorgan and Worcestershire cancel pre-season tours of the Middle East amid the escalating conflict in the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lancs-and-somerset-latest-to-cancel-middle-east-tours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/lancs-and-somerset-latest-to-cancel-middle-east-tours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The days of spotting AI by six fingers are over']]></title><description><![CDATA[A Teesside academic answers your questions, including how to spot AI and how to use it sustainably.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-days-of-spotting-ai-by-six-fingers-are-over/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-days-of-spotting-ai-by-six-fingers-are-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heating oil costs 'worrying' for rural residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The price of heating oil has risen amid the Middle East conflict, hitting many in rural areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heating-oil-costs-worrying-for-rural-residents/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/heating-oil-costs-worrying-for-rural-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hidden lives of female prisoners past and present]]></title><description><![CDATA[An exhibition explores untold stories of Newcastle female prisoners in the 19th and 20th Century.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hidden-lives-of-female-prisoners-past-and-present/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hidden-lives-of-female-prisoners-past-and-present/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity warns of impact as heating oil prices rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[The price of heating oil has risen amid the Middle East conflict, hitting many in rural areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-warns-of-impact-as-heating-oil-prices-rise/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-warns-of-impact-as-heating-oil-prices-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man guilty of rape and deliberate HIV infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says Adam Hall, 43, faces "a very long sentence" after being convicted of multiple offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-guilty-of-rape-and-deliberate-hiv-infections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-guilty-of-rape-and-deliberate-hiv-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile said girl, 13, could be his daughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[He tried to meet what he thought was a girl but was really online hunters, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-said-girl-13-could-be-his-daughter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-said-girl-13-could-be-his-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Review All Privacy and Ad Settings - The Weather Channel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Review All Privacy and Ad Settings&nbsp;&nbsp;The Weather Channel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/review-all-privacy-and-ad-settings-the-weather-channel/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/review-all-privacy-and-ad-settings-the-weather-channel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osula sinks Man Utd - 12 years after winning skills contest]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Osula won a Manchester United skills contest at the age of 11. More than a decade later, he scored Newcastle's winner against United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/osula-sinks-man-utd-12-years-after-winning-skills-contest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/osula-sinks-man-utd-12-years-after-winning-skills-contest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man went to station to meet girl, 12, for sex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connor Dorritt was met by "vigilantes" who caught him with a decoy profile online, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-went-to-station-to-meet-girl-12-for-sex/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-went-to-station-to-meet-girl-12-for-sex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Painting on historic town's cobbles 'a total mess']]></title><description><![CDATA[A council accepts the work is not good enough and is asking the contractor to redo it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/painting-on-historic-towns-cobbles-a-total-mess/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/painting-on-historic-towns-cobbles-a-total-mess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham, Yorkshire &amp; Glamorgan cancel Middle East tours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham, Yorkshire and Glamorgan cancel their pre-season tours of the Middle East amid the escalating conflict in the Gulf.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-yorkshire-amp-glamorgan-cancel-middle-east-tours/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-yorkshire-amp-glamorgan-cancel-middle-east-tours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 11, 'seriously injured' in hit and run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria Police says the rider of the electric motorcycle made off from the scene of the crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boy-11-seriously-injured-in-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/boy-11-seriously-injured-in-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead sign winger Gilsenan and keeper Desbois]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead sign Slough Town goalkeeper Adam Desbois on a deal until the end of the season and Grimsby winger Zak Gilsenan on loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-winger-gilsenan-and-keeper-desbois/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-winger-gilsenan-and-keeper-desbois/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ant and Dec win court order to trace 'secret profits' from Banksy deals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A court heard that an art consultant working for the TV hosts took "secret and unauthorised profits".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ant-and-dec-win-court-order-to-trace-secret-profits-from-banksy-deals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ant-and-dec-win-court-order-to-trace-secret-profits-from-banksy-deals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gaza protesters found guilty of factory damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The women claimed they were acting to save lives in Gaza but jurors find they acted unlawfully.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-protesters-found-guilty-of-factory-damage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-protesters-found-guilty-of-factory-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle scrum-half Elliott signs two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls scrum-half James Elliott signs a new two-year deal to remain with the Prem club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-scrum-half-elliott-signs-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-scrum-half-elliott-signs-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham cancel Abu Dhabi tour amid Gulf conflict]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham cancel their pre-season tour of Abu Dhabi amid an escalating conflict in the Gulf.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-cancel-abu-dhabi-tour-amid-gulf-conflict/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/durham-cancel-abu-dhabi-tour-amid-gulf-conflict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andy Carroll denies flouting order against ex-wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former England striker will face a two-day trial at Chelmsford Crown Court in January 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/andy-carroll-denies-flouting-order-against-ex-wife/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/andy-carroll-denies-flouting-order-against-ex-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farm urges council to reverse planning decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[The farm is told it could face prosecution if it does not dismantle its accessible playground.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/farm-urges-council-to-reverse-planning-decision/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/farm-urges-council-to-reverse-planning-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iranians say conflict is a 'rescue operation']]></title><description><![CDATA[Iranians in the north-east of England are fearful for their families' safety amid the conflict.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/iranians-say-conflict-is-a-rescue-operation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/iranians-say-conflict-is-a-rescue-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home care provider company rated inadequate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Karrthikeya Health Company Limited is placed in special measures by the Care Quality Commission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/home-care-provider-company-rated-inadequate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/home-care-provider-company-rated-inadequate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vintage Hobbit recordings unearthed on Metro line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operator Nexus says the discovery at the base of an overhead line mast is"baffling".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vintage-hobbit-recordings-unearthed-on-metro-line/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/vintage-hobbit-recordings-unearthed-on-metro-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protesters good citizens but unlawful, jury told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Closing speeches are being made in the trial of a trio who attacked a factory over its Israel links.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/protesters-good-citizens-but-unlawful-jury-told/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/protesters-good-citizens-but-unlawful-jury-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Stupid' man rammed coach into ex's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ian Anderson's "irresponsible and childish" actions caused &pound;46,000 of damage, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stupid-man-rammed-coach-into-exs-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stupid-man-rammed-coach-into-exs-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our Friends in the North changed my life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Christopher Eccleston reflects on Our Friends in the North on the 30th anniversary of the show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-friends-in-the-north-changed-my-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/our-friends-in-the-north-changed-my-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The one that got away - Carrick returns to Tyneside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick will very much be a Manchester United man when he takes his side to St James' Park on Wednesday night - but the boyhood Newcastle United supporter has not forgotten his roots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-one-that-got-away-carrick-returns-to-tyneside/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-one-that-got-away-carrick-returns-to-tyneside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brewdog in Newcastle is among the bars to close "with immediate effect".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bars-close-and-hundreds-lose-jobs-as-us-firm-buys-brewdog-in-33m-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bars-close-and-hundreds-lose-jobs-as-us-firm-buys-brewdog-in-33m-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinship carer payment pilot 'real recognition']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kinship carers in Newcastle say funding will allow them to spend more time caring for the children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kinship-carer-payment-pilot-real-recognition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kinship-carer-payment-pilot-real-recognition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fentimans job loss fears 'big blow' to town]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to cut nearly 40 jobs come after AG Barr acquired the Hexham-based soft drinks maker.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fentimans-job-loss-fears-big-blow-to-town/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fentimans-job-loss-fears-big-blow-to-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ticket deal between rival bus companies to end]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Coast Road sharing deal is due to end this month after it was introduced during the pandemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ticket-deal-between-rival-bus-companies-to-end/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ticket-deal-between-rival-bus-companies-to-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle centre Arnold signs new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls centre Sammy Arnold signs a contract extension to remain on Tyneside for at least another season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-centre-arnold-signs-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-centre-arnold-signs-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms unearth more World War Two beach defences]]></title><description><![CDATA[A collapsed pillbox is uncovered under sand dunes on the Northumberland coast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storms-unearth-more-world-war-two-beach-defences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storms-unearth-more-world-war-two-beach-defences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Double Brits success for North East's Sam Fender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fender picked up best alternative or rock act and also shared the gong for Song of the Year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/double-brits-success-for-north-easts-sam-fender/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/double-brits-success-for-north-easts-sam-fender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Covid patients are forgotten, ex-GP says]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHS in the North East and Cumbria is closing its last dedicated long Covid clinics this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/long-covid-patients-are-forgotten-ex-gp-says/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/long-covid-patients-are-forgotten-ex-gp-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ann Ming gets standing ovation at TV awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[A drama about her fight to change the law so her daughter's murderer could face justice wins big.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ann-ming-gets-standing-ovation-at-tv-awards/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ann-ming-gets-standing-ovation-at-tv-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homelessness rates remain high, council says]]></title><description><![CDATA[The main reason for homelessness is someone being asked to leave by family, a report says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homelessness-rates-remain-high-council-says/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/homelessness-rates-remain-high-council-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green belt housing plan sparks opposition]]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition opposing the up to 205-home scheme has amassed more than 1,400 signatures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-belt-housing-plan-sparks-opposition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/green-belt-housing-plan-sparks-opposition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King pays tribute 25 years on from train disaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service at Selby Abbey was held to mark the anniversary of the Great Heck rail disaster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/king-pays-tribute-25-years-on-from-train-disaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/king-pays-tribute-25-years-on-from-train-disaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not the sign of a top team' - Newcastle take huge step backwards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle are languishing in 12th place in the Premier League for a reason - they have conceded 23 goals since they last kept a clean sheet in any competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/not-the-sign-of-a-top-team-newcastle-take-huge-step-backwards/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/not-the-sign-of-a-top-team-newcastle-take-huge-step-backwards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Pictures: Striking sunsets and moody skies]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Weather Watchers capture dramatic scenes across their local landscapes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-striking-sunsets-and-moody-skies/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 14:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-striking-sunsets-and-moody-skies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity launches LGBTQ+ Pride art project]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project by Out North East celebrates LGBTQ+ history month at a new support centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-launches-lgbtq-pride-art-project/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/charity-launches-lgbtq-pride-art-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man bikes 3,300 miles for disabled students' trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Garry Lee has been raising money to send pupils on a "once-in-a-lifetime" trip to New York.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-bikes-3300-miles-for-disabled-students-trip/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-bikes-3300-miles-for-disabled-students-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Funding will help future generations stargaze']]></title><description><![CDATA[Some money will be used for tilted benches on the Northumberland coast for a better night-sky view.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funding-will-help-future-generations-stargaze/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funding-will-help-future-generations-stargaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gaza factory protester says attack was 'lawful']]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Coote tells jurors she wanted to disrupt work to prevent "war crimes" in Gaza.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-factory-protester-says-attack-was-lawful/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-factory-protester-says-attack-was-lawful/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Queens Court, Walbottle, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15, 3 bed detached bungalow for sale, £435,000 - Zoopla]]></title><description><![CDATA[Queens Court, Walbottle, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15, 3 bed detached bungalow for sale, &pound;435,000&nbsp;&nbsp;Zoopla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/queens-court-walbottle-newcastle-upon-tyne-ne15-3-bed-detached-bungalow-for-sale-435000-zoopla/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/queens-court-walbottle-newcastle-upon-tyne-ne15-3-bed-detached-bungalow-for-sale-435000-zoopla/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem relegation scrapped from 2026-27 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traditional promotion and relegation to and from the Prem will be scrapped from the 2026-27 season as landmark changes to the English game are voted through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prem-relegation-scrapped-from-2026-27-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prem-relegation-scrapped-from-2026-27-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle to face Barcelona in Champions League's last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea will play holders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16 while Manchester City will face Real Madrid in the knockout stages for a fifth straight season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-face-barcelona-in-champions-leagues-last-16/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-face-barcelona-in-champions-leagues-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon needs to stay 'fully focused' after Arsenal talk - Howe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe has urged Anthony Gordon to stay "fully focused" after the Newcastle United forward was linked with a move to Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-needs-to-stay-fully-focused-after-arsenal-talk-howe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-needs-to-stay-fully-focused-after-arsenal-talk-howe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferry service to be shut at least another month]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service between North and South Shields is suspended until at least the end of February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-to-be-shut-at-least-another-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-to-be-shut-at-least-another-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinship carers in some areas of England to be paid]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pilot is in Bolton, Newcastle, North East Lincolnshire, Thurrock, Bexley, Medway and Wiltshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kinship-carers-in-some-areas-of-england-to-be-paid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/kinship-carers-in-some-areas-of-england-to-be-paid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer says more cash could go to Tyne Bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The prime minister says Newcastle and Gateshead councils could use Pride of Place funds on repairs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/starmer-says-more-cash-could-go-to-tyne-bridge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/starmer-says-more-cash-could-go-to-tyne-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who placed fake bomb outside shop jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Maughan's actions were "incredibly reckless and disruptive", police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-who-placed-fake-bomb-outside-shop-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-who-placed-fake-bomb-outside-shop-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gaza factory protester 'wanted to stop genocide']]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer Oxlade tells jurors she believes a Newcastle factory was "complicit" in war crimes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-factory-protester-wanted-to-stop-genocide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gaza-factory-protester-wanted-to-stop-genocide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Private school 'puts arms around' smaller provider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle's Royal Grammar School says it is "putting its arms around" Westfield School in Gosforth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/private-school-puts-arms-around-smaller-provider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/private-school-puts-arms-around-smaller-provider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFU set to confirm radical revamp for English rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[A radical new structure for English rugby is set to be rubber-stamped by the RFU, with the Prem separating from the rest of the pyramid, and promotion and relegation scrapped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rfu-set-to-confirm-radical-revamp-for-english-rugby/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rfu-set-to-confirm-radical-revamp-for-english-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paying living wage affected park cafe 'viability']]></title><description><![CDATA[Paying staff the Real Living Wage made it harder to keep Newcastle park cafes open, says council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paying-living-wage-affected-park-cafe-viability/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paying-living-wage-affected-park-cafe-viability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dropped Tyne Bridge restoration repairs revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repairs to sections of the bridge, including its towers, are being deferred after costs soared.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dropped-tyne-bridge-restoration-repairs-revealed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dropped-tyne-bridge-restoration-repairs-revealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The second home ban has breathed new life into my village']]></title><description><![CDATA[A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-second-home-ban-has-breathed-new-life-into-my-village/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 02:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-second-home-ban-has-breathed-new-life-into-my-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North East only region in England to see fly-tipping fall]]></title><description><![CDATA[But it has the second highest average number of incidents in England after London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-only-region-in-england-to-see-fly-tipping-fall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-only-region-in-england-to-see-fly-tipping-fall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealers caught due to suspicious driving]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Bathgate and Emma Todd are jailed for supplying cocaine and heroin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drug-dealers-caught-due-to-suspicious-driving/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drug-dealers-caught-due-to-suspicious-driving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Devoted' teacher hit by car just before Christmas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rita Grimshaw, 81, was struck outside the M&amp;S at Silverlink Retail Park in North Shields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/devoted-teacher-hit-by-car-just-before-christmas/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/devoted-teacher-hit-by-car-just-before-christmas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Build a shipyard museum before it's too late']]></title><description><![CDATA[A petition to create a permanent tribute to shipbuilding on the River Tyne sees 600 signatures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/build-a-shipyard-museum-before-its-too-late/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/build-a-shipyard-museum-before-its-too-late/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North East councils recycling less household waste]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesbrough and Stockton councils only recycled about 34% of their waste in 2023-24, data shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-councils-recycling-less-household-waste/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-councils-recycling-less-household-waste/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women attacked factory over Gaza - prosecutors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three protesters deny causing criminal damage with red paint to a factory in Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/women-attacked-factory-over-gaza-prosecutors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/women-attacked-factory-over-gaza-prosecutors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dickens 'not surprised' at Newcastle departure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Alan Dickens says he is "disappointed" but not surprised to be leaving the club at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dickens-not-surprised-at-newcastle-departure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dickens-not-surprised-at-newcastle-departure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White-tailed eagle spotted 'exploring' coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bird watchers speak of their amazement at seeing a young white-tailed eagle roaming the North East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/white-tailed-eagle-spotted-exploring-coast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/white-tailed-eagle-spotted-exploring-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full set of new Metro trains delivered to region]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro operator Nexus says the full fleet will be in service by the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-set-of-new-metro-trains-delivered-to-region/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/full-set-of-new-metro-trains-delivered-to-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man denies killing woman in suspected assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trial has been set for a 19-year-old, who denies the manslaughter of Lisa Denton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-denies-killing-woman-in-suspected-assault/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-denies-killing-woman-in-suspected-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle City Guide: What to See and Do in Newcastle upon Tyne, England - Your Complete Guide to the Geordie Capital - Anglotopia.net]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle City Guide: What to See and Do in Newcastle upon Tyne, England - Your Complete Guide to the Geordie Capital&nbsp;&nbsp;Anglotopia.net]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-city-guide-what-to-see-and-do-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-your-complete-guide-to-the-geordie-capital-anglotopianet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-city-guide-what-to-see-and-do-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-england-your-complete-guide-to-the-geordie-capital-anglotopianet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School speech therapy making 'massive difference']]></title><description><![CDATA[School staff in South Tyneside and Sunderland are trained to spot speech and language issues early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-speech-therapy-making-massive-difference/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/school-speech-therapy-making-massive-difference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nominations open for 2026 Make a Difference Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nominations are being taken as the BBC celebrates unsung heroes in local communities across the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nominations-open-for-2026-make-a-difference-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/nominations-open-for-2026-make-a-difference-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced for causing woman's crash death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Scott, from Blyth, is jailed for 10 years over the death of mother-of-two Claire Laybourne.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-sentenced-for-causing-womans-crash-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-sentenced-for-causing-womans-crash-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen guilty of belonging to banned neo-Nazi group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The boy, 16, is also convicted of the possession of terror documents and sharing terror publications.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-guilty-of-belonging-to-banned-neo-nazi-group/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-guilty-of-belonging-to-banned-neo-nazi-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robber attacked man, 81, and stole his safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Danny McGuire is one of three people jailed for a string of violent attacks and thefts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/robber-attacked-man-81-and-stole-his-safe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/robber-attacked-man-81-and-stole-his-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Gateshead midfielder Edwards joins Ostersunds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curtis Edwards returns to Ostersunds in Sweden for a second spell, having previously played there under Graham Potter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-gateshead-midfielder-edwards-joins-ostersunds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-gateshead-midfielder-edwards-joins-ostersunds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club investigated over waterlogged pitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National League is conducting an inquiry into events before the recent South Shields fixture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-club-investigated-over-waterlogged-pitch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-club-investigated-over-waterlogged-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Licensing rules to stop rogue landlords extended]]></title><description><![CDATA[Restrictions aimed at reducing anti-social behaviour and rogue landlords are extended until 2031.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/licensing-rules-to-stop-rogue-landlords-extended/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/licensing-rules-to-stop-rogue-landlords-extended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New fire chief appointed to lead service]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keith Carruthers will become head of Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service after a 30-year career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-fire-chief-appointed-to-lead-service/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-fire-chief-appointed-to-lead-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after eight people injured in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say an Audi changed carriageways and caused a head-on collision on the A1 on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-arrested-after-eight-people-injured-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-arrested-after-eight-people-injured-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Station opens after 14 month delay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trains now stop at Northumberland Park after running through the station for more than a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/station-opens-after-14-month-delay/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/station-opens-after-14-month-delay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro anti-social behaviour alert number changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nexus says people can now use a free WhatsApp number to report things like vandalism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-anti-social-behaviour-alert-number-changes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/metro-anti-social-behaviour-alert-number-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hairy Biker widow says 'live the life they can't']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ann Cleeves and Lili Myers talk about coming to terms with the loss and dealing with grief.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hairy-biker-widow-says-live-the-life-they-cant/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hairy-biker-widow-says-live-the-life-they-cant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TREVOR NELSON's Soul Nation NEWCASTLE at Digital In Newcastle Upon Tyne - Skiddle]]></title><description><![CDATA[TREVOR NELSON's Soul Nation NEWCASTLE at Digital In Newcastle Upon Tyne&nbsp;&nbsp;Skiddle]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/trevor-nelsons-soul-nation-newcastle-at-digital-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-skiddle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 04:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/trevor-nelsons-soul-nation-newcastle-at-digital-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-skiddle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's mad for Oasis, Newcastle loves Sam Fender: Music tastes where you live revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spotify and YouTube's streaming data for 2025 shows some interesting variations in listening habits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scotlands-mad-for-oasis-newcastle-loves-sam-fender-music-tastes-where-you-live-revealed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/scotlands-mad-for-oasis-newcastle-loves-sam-fender-music-tastes-where-you-live-revealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your pictures: The beginnings of spring]]></title><description><![CDATA[You share your photos of north-east England and Cumbria as the sun shines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-the-beginnings-of-spring/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-pictures-the-beginnings-of-spring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There is a small Geordie enclave in the F1 paddock']]></title><description><![CDATA[Graeme Lowdon is the team principal for Cadillac, the newcomers to 2026's F1 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/there-is-a-small-geordie-enclave-in-the-f1-paddock/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/there-is-a-small-geordie-enclave-in-the-f1-paddock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royal medals for dedicated ambulance workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[North East ambulance workers reflect on their experiences as staff are awarded long-service medals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-medals-for-dedicated-ambulance-workers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/royal-medals-for-dedicated-ambulance-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Breweries using AI could put artists out of work']]></title><description><![CDATA[As two pubs in Newcastle ban AI art, artists discuss the impact it can have on creatives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breweries-using-ai-could-put-artists-out-of-work/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breweries-using-ai-could-put-artists-out-of-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gateshead sign Eastbourne forward Anifowose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead sign forward Josh Anifowose from National League South side Eastbourne Borough on a deal until the end of next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-eastbourne-forward-anifowose/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gateshead-sign-eastbourne-forward-anifowose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big wins for Gloucester and Saints in Prem Rugby Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester and Northampton boost their chances of reaching the Prem Rugby Cup semi-finals with bonus-point wins that eliminate Sale and Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/big-wins-for-gloucester-and-saints-in-prem-rugby-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/big-wins-for-gloucester-and-saints-in-prem-rugby-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sam Fender and Olivia Dean finally reach number one after 35 weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rein Me In sets a new UK chart record for the longest time to reach number one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sam-fender-and-olivia-dean-finally-reach-number-one-after-35-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sam-fender-and-olivia-dean-finally-reach-number-one-after-35-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglars took photos of themselves at crime scene]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pair had driven hundreds of miles for a &pound;43,000 raid in Newcastle, a court is told.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burglars-took-photos-of-themselves-at-crime-scene/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/burglars-took-photos-of-themselves-at-crime-scene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opposition backs council budget after changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tories accept a number of amendments, including increasing transparency over council finances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opposition-backs-council-budget-after-changes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opposition-backs-council-budget-after-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile swapped abhorrent rape fantasies online]]></title><description><![CDATA[Karl Clennell thought he was talking to a 14-year-old boy online but it was an undercover operative.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-swapped-abhorrent-rape-fantasies-online/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-swapped-abhorrent-rape-fantasies-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skating group brought in to find replacement park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shred the North is now looking at potential sites to replace Gateshead's Five Bridges skatepark.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/skating-group-brought-in-to-find-replacement-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/skating-group-brought-in-to-find-replacement-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repair hub helps charity become more sustainable]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Oswald's Hospice repair hub is saving hundreds of donated clothes from landfill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/repair-hub-helps-charity-become-more-sustainable/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/repair-hub-helps-charity-become-more-sustainable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions pledged to regenerate two neighbourhoods]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two areas in Newcastle are being given the money to support community-led regeneration plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/millions-pledged-to-regenerate-two-neighbourhoods/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/millions-pledged-to-regenerate-two-neighbourhoods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North East cold deaths 'did not rise as expected']]></title><description><![CDATA[The region was the only one which did not report an increase, a government study suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-cold-deaths-did-not-rise-as-expected/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-east-cold-deaths-did-not-rise-as-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Coward' hit woman, 74, with bottle in robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victoria Pedersen is jailed for seven years for her "wicked and cowardly" robbery of a pensioner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/coward-hit-woman-74-with-bottle-in-robbery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/coward-hit-woman-74-with-bottle-in-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Bishop of Durham named after long search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rick Simpson, formerly the Archdeacon of Auckland, has been approved by the King.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-bishop-of-durham-named-after-long-search/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/new-bishop-of-durham-named-after-long-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Genetic test 'improving early cancer diagnosis']]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle University scientists say the "revolution" could save hundreds of thousands of lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/genetic-test-improving-early-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/genetic-test-improving-early-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assistant Ecologist - RailwayPeople.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Assistant Ecologist&nbsp;&nbsp;RailwayPeople.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/assistant-ecologist-railwaypeoplecom/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/assistant-ecologist-railwaypeoplecom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Newcastle defender Beye appointed Marseille coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marseille appoint former captain Habib Beye as head coach, a week after his sacking from Ligue 1 side Rennes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-newcastle-defender-beye-appointed-marseille-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ex-newcastle-defender-beye-appointed-marseille-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad weather blamed for mass puffin deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of puffins have been found washed up on beaches in Northumberland and Sunderland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-weather-blamed-for-mass-puffin-deaths/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-weather-blamed-for-mass-puffin-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Smiling' fossil discovered on Holy Island]]></title><description><![CDATA[The unusual looking fossil is estimated to be a few hundred million years old dating to the Carboniferous period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smiling-fossil-discovered-on-holy-island/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smiling-fossil-discovered-on-holy-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon channels Shearer after breaking his record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle's Anthony Gordon only had one thought in his mind as his side faced Qarabag in the Champions League...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-channels-shearer-after-breaking-his-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-channels-shearer-after-breaking-his-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon scores four goals to break Shearer record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Anthony Gordon's four goals against Qarabag, making him Newcastle's top scorer in the Champions League (10), overtaking Alan Shearer (6).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-scores-four-goals-to-break-shearer-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gordon-scores-four-goals-to-break-shearer-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Masseur charged with 55 sexual offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Terence McBrien from Alnwick is charged with sexual offences against 14 women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/masseur-charged-with-55-sexual-offences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/masseur-charged-with-55-sexual-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road safety worker drove at 120mph on wet night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Majid had been smoking cannabis before driving in a way which could have killed, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/road-safety-worker-drove-at-120mph-on-wet-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/road-safety-worker-drove-at-120mph-on-wet-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French drug dealer jailed for flouting UK ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edwin Taha had previously been jailed for chasing a man before his death, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/french-drug-dealer-jailed-for-flouting-uk-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/french-drug-dealer-jailed-for-flouting-uk-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape accused says HIV is not serious harm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barristers for Adam Hall, who denies infecting men with HIV, say it is "no longer a death sentence".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rape-accused-says-hiv-is-not-serious-harm/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rape-accused-says-hiv-is-not-serious-harm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle to host Mercury Prize for second year]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes off the back of last year's success, which saw Sam Fender win for album People Watching.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-host-mercury-prize-for-second-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-host-mercury-prize-for-second-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cricket club aims to keep kids off the streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Byker, Newcastle, group plays street cricket every week under the guidance of professionals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cricket-club-aims-to-keep-kids-off-the-streets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cricket-club-aims-to-keep-kids-off-the-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town cheers on ancient Shrovetide football match]]></title><description><![CDATA[The event in Alnwick dates back to at least 1762 and is played on the fields by the River Aln.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/town-cheers-on-ancient-shrovetide-football-match/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/town-cheers-on-ancient-shrovetide-football-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council set to approve demolition of flats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council plans to demolish Warwick Court alongside the vacant Gloucester pub.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-set-to-approve-demolition-of-flats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-set-to-approve-demolition-of-flats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dickens aiming for positive hand over at Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Dickens is determined to leave Newcastle Red Bulls in the best possible shape &ndash; for whoever takes over as coach next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dickens-aiming-for-positive-hand-over-at-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dickens-aiming-for-positive-hand-over-at-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Voice – on your local BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tell your local BBC team about the issues you would like to see them investigate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-voice-on-your-local-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/your-voice-on-your-local-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wounding charge after man stabbed on coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Pountain, 41, has been charged with wounding with intent, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wounding-charge-after-man-stabbed-on-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wounding-charge-after-man-stabbed-on-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Staggeringly stupid' man tattooed children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrick Coe is jailed for three years for disfiguring his victims using a home tattoo kit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staggeringly-stupid-man-tattooed-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staggeringly-stupid-man-tattooed-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council errors made child miss three school terms]]></title><description><![CDATA[A watchdog says it is the second time it has ruled against the council about the same child.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-errors-made-child-miss-three-school-terms/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-errors-made-child-miss-three-school-terms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital academy prepares for first graduations]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 150 NHS staff are receiving "debt-free" training and education at the Health and Care Academy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-academy-prepares-for-first-graduations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hospital-academy-prepares-for-first-graduations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle to host Man City in fifth round - full FA Cup draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[League One club Mansfield will host record 14-time winners Arsenal at Field Mill in the FA Cup fifth round, as Manchester City head to Newcastle in a repeat of the League Cup semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-host-man-city-in-fifth-round-full-fa-cup-draw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-host-man-city-in-fifth-round-full-fa-cup-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students begin Covid compensation claim against 36 more universities]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes after University College London settled a claim from students there over lost learning in the pandemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-begin-covid-compensation-claim-against-36-more-universities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/students-begin-covid-compensation-claim-against-36-more-universities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Referee and assistant stood down after FA Cup mistakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Referee Chris Kavanagh and his assistant Nick Greenhalgh have not been selected for a Premier League game this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/referee-and-assistant-stood-down-after-fa-cup-mistakes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/referee-and-assistant-stood-down-after-fa-cup-mistakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sting and Lewis Capaldi surprise at charity show]]></title><description><![CDATA[The show, last held in 2020, raises funds for emerging artists in memory of actor Sammy Johnson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sting-and-lewis-capaldi-surprise-at-charity-show/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sting-and-lewis-capaldi-surprise-at-charity-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proposal to scrap council tax for terminally ill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council says it is concerned by the number of people who die in poverty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/proposal-to-scrap-council-tax-for-terminally-ill/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/proposal-to-scrap-council-tax-for-terminally-ill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Foster care changed my life, but we need more carers']]></title><description><![CDATA[A Northumberland student leads a campaign to address a regional shortage of foster carers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/foster-care-changed-my-life-but-we-need-more-carers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/foster-care-changed-my-life-but-we-need-more-carers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunny day brightens wet and wild week]]></title><description><![CDATA[You share your photos of north-east England and Cumbria as the sun decided to make an appearance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunny-day-brightens-wet-and-wild-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/sunny-day-brightens-wet-and-wild-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breakfast club costs 'too much' for schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many head teachers in the North East say they are reluctant to introduce the scheme due to costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breakfast-club-costs-too-much-for-schools/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/breakfast-club-costs-too-much-for-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimaraes set to be out for two months with injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes is "devastated" to learn he is expected to be out for a couple of months after sustaining a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/guimaraes-set-to-be-out-for-two-months-with-injury/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/guimaraes-set-to-be-out-for-two-months-with-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bid to buy Rothbury Estate as divisive as Brexit']]></title><description><![CDATA[Funds are being raised to buy the Northumberland estate - but the plans have split opinion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-buy-rothbury-estate-as-divisive-as-brexit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bid-to-buy-rothbury-estate-as-divisive-as-brexit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Film gives a 'potted view' of grazing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two short films highlight the Northumberland Wildlife Trust's biodiversity boost project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/film-gives-a-potted-view-of-grazing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/film-gives-a-potted-view-of-grazing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Challenging' roof repairs to city museum begin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work to restore Newcastle's Discovery Museum is expected to be complete by spring next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/challenging-roof-repairs-to-city-museum-begin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/challenging-roof-repairs-to-city-museum-begin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-turn over art shop closure after outcry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Government cash is secured to fund the closure threatened shop at The Word library in South Shields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/u-turn-over-art-shop-closure-after-outcry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/u-turn-over-art-shop-closure-after-outcry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half-term ideas for whatever the weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some ideas to help you keep the little ones entertained during the school break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/half-term-ideas-for-whatever-the-weather/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/half-term-ideas-for-whatever-the-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man cave and fatherhood - Elanga on life at Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Anthony Elanga is loving his time at Newcastle following his &pound;55m move from Nottingham Forest in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-cave-and-fatherhood-elanga-on-life-at-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-cave-and-fatherhood-elanga-on-life-at-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University staff strike over pension row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staff are taking part in 10 days of strikes after being told to switch pension schemes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-staff-strike-over-pension-row/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/university-staff-strike-over-pension-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealers caught after woman's 'tragic' death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men who were selling illegal prescription drugs "like sweets" are given suspended sentences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drug-dealers-caught-after-womans-tragic-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/drug-dealers-caught-after-womans-tragic-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knife robber terrified pet and pizza shop staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaun Hodgson is jailed for the two robberies, one of which he committed with an accomplice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/knife-robber-terrified-pet-and-pizza-shop-staff/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/knife-robber-terrified-pet-and-pizza-shop-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man led police on stolen motorbike 100mph pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Smith is jailed after a judge says he ignored opportunities given by the court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-led-police-on-stolen-motorbike-100mph-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-led-police-on-stolen-motorbike-100mph-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opening date for final delayed station confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bedlington will be the final station to open on the Northumberland Line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opening-date-for-final-delayed-station-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opening-date-for-final-delayed-station-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cooling cot gave us memories with our son']]></title><description><![CDATA[When her son died before birth, Ashley Waugh says a cooling cot let her create precious memories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cooling-cot-gave-us-memories-with-our-son/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cooling-cot-gave-us-memories-with-our-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swimming spots that could become designated dips]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government says the plans would increase the number of England's official bathing sites to 464.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/swimming-spots-that-could-become-designated-dips/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/swimming-spots-that-could-become-designated-dips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barnes rules out Scotland switch, confirms Clarke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes will not be switching allegiance from England to Scotland before the World Cup, says head coach Steve Clarke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barnes-rules-out-scotland-switch-confirms-clarke/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/barnes-rules-out-scotland-switch-confirms-clarke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payout for child left without education for a year]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Tyneside Council pays the child's family compensation over failings in the case]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/payout-for-child-left-without-education-for-a-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/payout-for-child-left-without-education-for-a-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bad potholes are taking cars off the road']]></title><description><![CDATA[One pothole had been reported 20 times before it caused crashes, a councillor claims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-potholes-are-taking-cars-off-the-road/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-potholes-are-taking-cars-off-the-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed forces accused of 'betrayal' over sex abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salute Her UK calls for completely independent investigations of sex crimes in the military.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/armed-forces-accused-of-betrayal-over-sex-abuse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/armed-forces-accused-of-betrayal-over-sex-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Camaraderie keeps us coming back to cross country']]></title><description><![CDATA[North East runners speak of their love for the sport, despite most of them hating it in PE.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/camaraderie-keeps-us-coming-back-to-cross-country/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/camaraderie-keeps-us-coming-back-to-cross-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consultation on future of Grade I town hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside Council says the Old Town Hall could be brought back into regular use.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/consultation-on-future-of-grade-i-town-hall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/consultation-on-future-of-grade-i-town-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolts to blame for suspended ferry service]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service between North and South Shields will be suspended until at least the end of February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bolts-to-blame-for-suspended-ferry-service/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bolts-to-blame-for-suspended-ferry-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paddington animator opposes art shop closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheila Graber says the shop in South Shields stocks the work of around 55 local artists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paddington-animator-opposes-art-shop-closure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paddington-animator-opposes-art-shop-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe savours 'special connection' with Newcastle fans after win at Spurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Howe savours a "special connection" with fans after Newcastle win on the road at Spurs - in direct contrast to Tottenham's relationship with their manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-savours-special-connection-with-newcastle-fans-after-win-at-spurs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/howe-savours-special-connection-with-newcastle-fans-after-win-at-spurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes has successful surgery on broken cheek]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Test captain Ben Stokes says he has had successful surgery on the broken cheek he sustained when hit by a ball while coaching Durham's academy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-has-successful-surgery-on-broken-cheek/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-has-successful-surgery-on-broken-cheek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beach hut and retail pod plans approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council planners give the green light to the South Shields development on the seafront.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/beach-hut-and-retail-pod-plans-approved/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/beach-hut-and-retail-pod-plans-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opal Ocean - Album Release (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK) - The Northern Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opal Ocean - Album Release (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK)&nbsp;&nbsp;The Northern Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opal-ocean-album-release-newcastle-upon-tyne-uk-the-northern-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/opal-ocean-album-release-newcastle-upon-tyne-uk-the-northern-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car crashes into shop during 'ram raid']]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the crash happened in the early hours at the Jules B shop in Jesmond.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/car-crashes-into-shop-during-ram-raid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/car-crashes-into-shop-during-ram-raid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who ran length of Metro line raises £12k]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul McDougal, from Cramlington, completes the distance in under 19 hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-who-ran-length-of-metro-line-raises-12k/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-who-ran-length-of-metro-line-raises-12k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White emergency ambulances rolled out to cut costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEAS says switching to white ambulances would save about &pound;1,000 per vehicle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/white-emergency-ambulances-rolled-out-to-cut-costs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/white-emergency-ambulances-rolled-out-to-cut-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds sign 'embarrassing' Swing Bridge petition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bridge, which marks its 150th anniversary this year, has not swung open since 2019.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-sign-embarrassing-swing-bridge-petition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hundreds-sign-embarrassing-swing-bridge-petition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great attitude but goals have dried up - what's happened to Woltemade?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an impressive start to life at Newcastle, what has happened to Nick Woltemade?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/great-attitude-but-goals-have-dried-up-whats-happened-to-woltemade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/great-attitude-but-goals-have-dried-up-whats-happened-to-woltemade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playful otter cubs pictured on river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photographer Niel Stafford shares his shots of two otter cubs swimming in sync in the river.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/playful-otter-cubs-pictured-on-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/playful-otter-cubs-pictured-on-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HIV rape accused's sex preference 'weaponised']]></title><description><![CDATA[Barristers for Adam Hall, who denies infecting men with HIV, say the case against him is "weak".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-accuseds-sex-preference-weaponised/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-accuseds-sex-preference-weaponised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former mayor 'honoured' by Freedom of Borough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dame Norma Redfearn says she will "cherish" the honour after serving as mayor for 12 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-mayor-honoured-by-freedom-of-borough/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/former-mayor-honoured-by-freedom-of-borough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North of England launches bid to host Olympics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Politicians urge the government for any future UK Olympic to be based in the north of England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-of-england-launches-bid-to-host-olympics/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/north-of-england-launches-bid-to-host-olympics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home love inspired confidence for jungle trek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milly was picked to trek to Borneo and is looking forward to "getting out and seeing the world".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/care-home-love-inspired-confidence-for-jungle-trek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/care-home-love-inspired-confidence-for-jungle-trek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'd resign if I wasn't still right for job - Howe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Howe says there is "no doubt in my mind" he is still the right manager for Newcastle despite one win in eight games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/id-resign-if-i-wasnt-still-right-for-job-howe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/id-resign-if-i-wasnt-still-right-for-job-howe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BMA concerns at plan to close eating disorder ward]]></title><description><![CDATA[The inpatient ward in Newcastle treats patients across Tyne, Wear, Northumberland and north Cumbria.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bma-concerns-at-plan-to-close-eating-disorder-ward/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bma-concerns-at-plan-to-close-eating-disorder-ward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fun' light exhibition tells story of ancient Bible]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Codex Amiatinus was produced at the twin monasteries of Wearmouth and Jarrow in the 700s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fun-light-exhibition-tells-story-of-ancient-bible/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fun-light-exhibition-tells-story-of-ancient-bible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snowdrops in bloom in the North East and Cumbria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Weather Watchers have been out snapping the first signs of spring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/snowdrops-in-bloom-in-the-north-east-and-cumbria/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/snowdrops-in-bloom-in-the-north-east-and-cumbria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endangered crayfish survive 'major incident']]></title><description><![CDATA[The long term implications for crayfish in the River Wansbeck in Northumberland are still unclear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/endangered-crayfish-survive-major-incident/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/endangered-crayfish-survive-major-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funeral held for Army officer killed in training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Capt Philip Gilbert Muldowney died after an incident during live fire training in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funeral-held-for-army-officer-killed-in-training/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/funeral-held-for-army-officer-killed-in-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cold pensioners wait for 'buses that never arrive']]></title><description><![CDATA[Passengers also complain about the Arriva app they say shows "phantom buses" which never arrive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cold-pensioners-wait-for-buses-that-never-arrive/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/cold-pensioners-wait-for-buses-that-never-arrive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Wonderful' Roman terracotta head found during dig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Volunteers unearthed the striking 2,000-year-old piece during work at a fort in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wonderful-roman-terracotta-head-found-during-dig/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/wonderful-roman-terracotta-head-found-during-dig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little sun but plenty of fun in this week's weather snaps?]]></title><description><![CDATA[You share your photos of north-east England and Cumbria in a rainy, grey but picturesque week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/little-sun-but-plenty-of-fun-in-this-weeks-weather-snaps/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/little-sun-but-plenty-of-fun-in-this-weeks-weather-snaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran claims council failed to fix mouldy flat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Gallagher says the Gateshead flat is "uninhabitable", after the ceiling collapsed in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/veteran-claims-council-failed-to-fix-mouldy-flat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/veteran-claims-council-failed-to-fix-mouldy-flat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester beat Newcastle in Prem Rugby Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester pile more misery on Newcastle's season with a 28-19 Prem Rugby Cup victory as coach Alan Dickens confirms he will leave the visitors this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leicester-beat-newcastle-in-prem-rugby-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/leicester-beat-newcastle-in-prem-rugby-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Head coach Dickens to leave Newcastle at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls head coach Alan Dickens is to leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/head-coach-dickens-to-leave-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/head-coach-dickens-to-leave-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call to embrace AI or 'be smashed' by it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The MP for Blyth makes the call at a conference in the town addressing A1's impact on everyday life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/call-to-embrace-ai-or-be-smashed-by-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/call-to-embrace-ai-or-be-smashed-by-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man injured women in 'mindless' brother pub brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[People were attacked with a knuckle-duster and pool cue for "no apparent reason", a judge says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-injured-women-in-mindless-brother-pub-brawl/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-injured-women-in-mindless-brother-pub-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HIV rape accused 'deliberately wrecked lives']]></title><description><![CDATA[Prosecutors are giving their closing speech in the trial of Adam Hall, who denies multiple offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-accused-deliberately-wrecked-lives/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-accused-deliberately-wrecked-lives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Model admits romance fraud against multiple men]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gemma Kingsley tricked victims into spend thousands on her, including on a deposit for a Porsche.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/model-admits-romance-fraud-against-multiple-men/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/model-admits-romance-fraud-against-multiple-men/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town pioneers research into mine water heat technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead's Living Laboratory is providing "rare" data on how to expand the low-carbon heating source.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/town-pioneers-research-into-mine-water-heat-technology/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/town-pioneers-research-into-mine-water-heat-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Households to pay more tax towards policing costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northumbria, Durham and Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioners announce rises in the precept.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/households-to-pay-more-tax-towards-policing-costs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/households-to-pay-more-tax-towards-policing-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HIV rape jury told to ignore sympathy and morals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge says jurors in a trial of a man accused of infecting men with HIV must be "cool and fair".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-jury-told-to-ignore-sympathy-and-morals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/hiv-rape-jury-told-to-ignore-sympathy-and-morals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected assault victim 'loved life deeply']]></title><description><![CDATA['Adored' Lisa Denton, 40, died in hospital following the incident in North Shields in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/suspected-assault-victim-loved-life-deeply/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/suspected-assault-victim-loved-life-deeply/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man ran over police officer's foot in rampage]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Burdis, 35,drove at another officer in the rage-fuelled incident in Hebburn last November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-ran-over-police-officers-foot-in-rampage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-ran-over-police-officers-foot-in-rampage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm-hit ferry out of action for rest of month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operator Nexus says damage to the north landing will take longer to repair than first thought.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-hit-ferry-out-of-action-for-rest-of-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-hit-ferry-out-of-action-for-rest-of-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council's first-class train travel 'out of touch']]></title><description><![CDATA[South Tyneside Council is the only one in north-east England which pays for first-class train tickets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councils-first-class-train-travel-out-of-touch/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councils-first-class-train-travel-out-of-touch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Puppet festival cancelled due to lack of funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organiser Moving Parts Arts says it will try again for funding in 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/puppet-festival-cancelled-due-to-lack-of-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/puppet-festival-cancelled-due-to-lack-of-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AbsoluteAmy: Live In Newcastle at Worldheadquarters Newcastle - Skiddle]]></title><description><![CDATA[AbsoluteAmy: Live In Newcastle at Worldheadquarters Newcastle&nbsp;&nbsp;Skiddle]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/absoluteamy-live-in-newcastle-at-worldheadquarters-newcastle-skiddle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/absoluteamy-live-in-newcastle-at-worldheadquarters-newcastle-skiddle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Pryde looks back at one of the most iconic comebacks in Premier League history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More questions than answers in challenging Newcastle season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Newcastle United were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Manchester City on Wednesday night and a challenging season shows no sign of relenting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-questions-than-answers-in-challenging-newcastle-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-questions-than-answers-in-challenging-newcastle-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's heartbreak at lack of dementia care homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hubert Dodds is currently an in-patient in Newcastle, but his family want him closer to home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/familys-heartbreak-at-lack-of-dementia-care-homes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/familys-heartbreak-at-lack-of-dementia-care-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council seeks new firms days after closing cafes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The move comes days after the closure of cafes in Paddy Freeman's and Exhibition parks was revealed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-seeks-new-firms-days-after-closing-cafes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/council-seeks-new-firms-days-after-closing-cafes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andy Carroll 'repeatedly called' ex-wife, court told]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ex-England striker denies breaching a non-molestation order against Towie star Billi Mucklow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/andy-carroll-repeatedly-called-ex-wife-court-told/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/andy-carroll-repeatedly-called-ex-wife-court-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controversial quarry plan approved for second time]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first proposal was quashed, as the council had not properly considered the environmental impact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/controversial-quarry-plan-approved-for-second-time/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/controversial-quarry-plan-approved-for-second-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer guilty of killing woman in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A court hears Mark Roberts crashed into a motorbike, killing the passenger, while on a 999 call.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-guilty-of-killing-woman-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/police-officer-guilty-of-killing-woman-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tyne Tunnel toll to rise by up to 20p]]></title><description><![CDATA[The price increase will come into force on 1 May, after a hike was signed off by NECA.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tyne-tunnel-toll-to-rise-by-up-to-20p/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tyne-tunnel-toll-to-rise-by-up-to-20p/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[206 goals for Newcastle - but which were Shearer's best?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's 20 years to the day since Alan Shearer became Newcastle United's all-time leading goalscorer, with his 201st strike in black and white.But which of his 206 Toon goals stand out? Alan picked his favourites earlier this season on Football Focus, live from St James' Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/206-goals-for-newcastle-but-which-were-shearers-best/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/206-goals-for-newcastle-but-which-were-shearers-best/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prison capacity to increase by 240 places by 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government says four new houseblocks will be built at HMP Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prison-capacity-to-increase-by-240-places-by-2027/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/prison-capacity-to-increase-by-240-places-by-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capped Metro fares to be introduced in April]]></title><description><![CDATA[Changes on the Tyne and Wear Metro will see Pop Card day tickets capped at no more than &pound;5.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/capped-metro-fares-to-be-introduced-in-april/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/capped-metro-fares-to-be-introduced-in-april/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Versatile back Jackson to swap Saracens for Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens back Brandon Jackson becomes the 16th player to join Newcastle Red Bulls for next season in a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/versatile-back-jackson-to-swap-saracens-for-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/versatile-back-jackson-to-swap-saracens-for-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tonali 'very happy' at Newcastle amid Arsenal links]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manager Eddie Howe says Sandro Tonali is "very happy" at Newcastle United after the midfielder was linked with a move to Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tonali-very-happy-at-newcastle-amid-arsenal-links/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/tonali-very-happy-at-newcastle-amid-arsenal-links/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stalker phoned ex 50 times a day from prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[He plagued his ex-partner with calls even after being jailed for breaching a restraining order.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stalker-phoned-ex-50-times-a-day-from-prison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stalker-phoned-ex-50-times-a-day-from-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restaurant announces immediate closure amid costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "tough economic climate" contributed to the decision, the restaurant says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/restaurant-announces-immediate-closure-amid-costs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/restaurant-announces-immediate-closure-amid-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle take action after young mascot left alone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United are to take action after a young club mascot was left alone in the middle of the pitch before Saturday's defeat at Liverpool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-take-action-after-young-mascot-left-alone/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-take-action-after-young-mascot-left-alone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child rapist threatened to kill victim with knife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Jackson, also known as Wake, is jailed for 24 years for sex offences against two children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-rapist-threatened-to-kill-victim-with-knife/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/child-rapist-threatened-to-kill-victim-with-knife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dangerous' rapist attacked two women in same day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wesley McKenna is jailed for 14 years for raping two women hours apart.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dangerous-rapist-attacked-two-women-in-same-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dangerous-rapist-attacked-two-women-in-same-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When are the local elections in Newcastle?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle City Council will have an all-out election on 7 May, where all seats are contested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/when-are-the-local-elections-in-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/when-are-the-local-elections-in-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Lions beat Newcastle Eagles to win SL Trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[London Lions beat Newcastle Eagles to win the 2026 Super League Basketball Trophy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/london-lions-beat-newcastle-eagles-to-win-sl-trophy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/london-lions-beat-newcastle-eagles-to-win-sl-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water firm blames freezing weather for 300 leaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm says freezing weather causes its pipes to leak but an activist blames lack of investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/water-firm-blames-freezing-weather-for-300-leaks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/water-firm-blames-freezing-weather-for-300-leaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football fan gives emergency stoma kits to venues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Parker is inspired to create the packs after his own experience of living with a stoma.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-fan-gives-emergency-stoma-kits-to-venues/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/football-fan-gives-emergency-stoma-kits-to-venues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rise in council funding 'a drop in the ocean']]></title><description><![CDATA[Most authorities in the region are seeking to raise council tax in April despite funding changes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rise-in-council-funding-a-drop-in-the-ocean/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/rise-in-council-funding-a-drop-in-the-ocean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea to crack open 17th Century pub's locked safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guesses as to what could be in the rusty safe at the Low Lights Tavern include gold doubloons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-to-crack-open-17th-century-pubs-locked-safe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/plea-to-crack-open-17th-century-pubs-locked-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Patients have tried DIY dentistry because they are so desperate']]></title><description><![CDATA[A network of urgent dental centres has seen over 41,000 patients since the first one opened in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/patients-have-tried-diy-dentistry-because-they-are-so-desperate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/patients-have-tried-diy-dentistry-because-they-are-so-desperate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle 'embrace' underdog tag for Trophy defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Eagles aim to upset the odds against league leaders London Lions in the Super League Basketball Trophy final in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-embrace-underdog-tag-for-trophy-defence/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-embrace-underdog-tag-for-trophy-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do I vote in the Gateshead council elections?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gateshead Council will have an all-out election on Thursday 7 May where all seats are contested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-i-vote-in-the-gateshead-council-elections/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/how-do-i-vote-in-the-gateshead-council-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River fish counters broken for more than a year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Environment Agency Fish says counters are also partly broken on the River Tyne.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/river-fish-counters-broken-for-more-than-a-year/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/river-fish-counters-broken-for-more-than-a-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens beat Newcastle in Prem Rugby Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens score five tries to win at Newcastle Red Bulls for their third victory in the Prem Rugby Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saracens-beat-newcastle-in-prem-rugby-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/saracens-beat-newcastle-in-prem-rugby-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen robbery gang attacked boy, 16 in city centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 19-year-old man is jailed for his part in robbing the teenager and for drug dealing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-robbery-gang-attacked-boy-16-in-city-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/teen-robbery-gang-attacked-boy-16-in-city-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infection accused 'does not know why men would lie']]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Hall tells jurors there was "no way" he could have passed HIV on to one of seven accusers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/infection-accused-does-not-know-why-men-would-lie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/infection-accused-does-not-know-why-men-would-lie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor sexual assault trial delayed to summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thom Campion, a sitting councillor, has been released on conditional bail until the trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-sexual-assault-trial-delayed-to-summer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/councillor-sexual-assault-trial-delayed-to-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents object to plans for homes on green belt]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Tyneside Council is planning to build 2,000 homes on land near Earsdon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/residents-object-to-plans-for-homes-on-green-belt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/residents-object-to-plans-for-homes-on-green-belt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palestine refugee mural to be moved to new site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mural is to be re-displayed more than two years after being removed amid antisemitism claims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/palestine-refugee-mural-to-be-moved-to-new-site/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/palestine-refugee-mural-to-be-moved-to-new-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle to face Qarabag in Champions League play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benfica will face Real Madrid in the Champions League play-offs just three weeks after their dramatic league phase encounter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-face-qarabag-in-champions-league-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-to-face-qarabag-in-champions-league-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle add Scotland hooker Turner for next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls bring in Scotland hooker George Turner on a one-year deal from fellow Prem side Harlequins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-add-scotland-hooker-turner-for-next-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-add-scotland-hooker-turner-for-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City to get at least two fan zones for Euro 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle will host five matches of the tournament, with more than 100,000 fans expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-to-get-at-least-two-fan-zones-for-euro-2028/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/city-to-get-at-least-two-fan-zones-for-euro-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman dies and man injured in A1 crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 40s is in hospital in critical but stable condition, Northumbria Police says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-dies-and-man-injured-in-a1-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/woman-dies-and-man-injured-in-a1-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limiting tax support to pubs 'makes no sense']]></title><description><![CDATA[North-east England hospitality firms fear "oblivion" without the same rates help offered to pubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/limiting-tax-support-to-pubs-makes-no-sense/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/limiting-tax-support-to-pubs-makes-no-sense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Park Series presents MCFLY at Leazes Park - Skiddle]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Park Series presents MCFLY at Leazes Park&nbsp;&nbsp;Skiddle]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-park-series-presents-mcfly-at-leazes-park-skiddle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/the-park-series-presents-mcfly-at-leazes-park-skiddle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late night city venue levy could be scrapped]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venues in Newcastle with a licence to sell alcohol between midnight and 06:00 currently pay a charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/late-night-city-venue-levy-could-be-scrapped/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/late-night-city-venue-levy-could-be-scrapped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bowmer + Kirkland to deliver £274m student accommodation scheme in Newcastle upon Tyne - The Intermediary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bowmer + Kirkland to deliver &pound;274m student accommodation scheme in Newcastle upon Tyne&nbsp;&nbsp;The Intermediary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bowmer-kirkland-to-deliver-274m-student-accommodation-scheme-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-intermediary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bowmer-kirkland-to-deliver-274m-student-accommodation-scheme-in-newcastle-upon-tyne-the-intermediary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferry service suspended after Storm Chandra damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buses and the Metro step in to take passengers across the Tyne while repairs to a landing continue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-suspended-after-storm-chandra-damage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/ferry-service-suspended-after-storm-chandra-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stade Francais fly-half Henry to join Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls bring in Zack Henry on a one-year contract for next season from Top 14 side Stade Francais.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stade-francais-fly-half-henry-to-join-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stade-francais-fly-half-henry-to-join-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santander to close 44 branches and put 291 jobs at risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high-street lender is the latest to announce a swathe of branch closures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/santander-to-close-44-branches-and-put-291-jobs-at-risk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/santander-to-close-44-branches-and-put-291-jobs-at-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runners voice views as Spine Race time tightens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Winter Spine Race runners will have 12 hours less to complete the Pennine Way ultramarathon in 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/runners-voice-views-as-spine-race-time-tightens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/runners-voice-views-as-spine-race-time-tightens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida Phil's 80-trip love of rollercoasters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Taylor has visited Walt Disney World in Florida 80 times and does not plan to stop.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/florida-phils-80-trip-love-of-rollercoasters/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/florida-phils-80-trip-love-of-rollercoasters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle prove they can mix it with European champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United have experienced all manner of emotions at the Parc des Princes, but the visitors left with immense pride following a 1-1 draw against Paris St-Germain]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-prove-they-can-mix-it-with-european-champions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-prove-they-can-mix-it-with-european-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perpignan forward Hicks to join Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls agree a deal to sign Perpignan forward Max Hicks at the end of the current season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/perpignan-forward-hicks-to-join-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/perpignan-forward-hicks-to-join-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes and Moeen to coach Lions white-ball tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Test captain Ben Stokes and all-rounder Moeen Ali will be part of the England Lions coaching staff for their series against Pakistan Shaheens in the United Arab Emirates next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-and-moeen-to-coach-lions-white-ball-tour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/stokes-and-moeen-to-coach-lions-white-ball-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deliberate infection accused says man wanted HIV sex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Hall tells jurors one his accusers had been told he "was positive by various different people".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/deliberate-infection-accused-says-man-wanted-hiv-sex/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/deliberate-infection-accused-says-man-wanted-hiv-sex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears Metro fare cap could worsen cash problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Critics worry that changing Tyne and Wear Metro fares could financially impact its operator Nexus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fears-metro-fare-cap-could-worsen-cash-problems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fears-metro-fare-cap-could-worsen-cash-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff 'shellshocked' by park cafe closures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council chiefs say the cafes are not "financially viable", leaving staff facing job uncertainty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-shellshocked-by-park-cafe-closures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/staff-shellshocked-by-park-cafe-closures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 200 trees damaged in 'upsetting' attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[A charity says its staff and volunteers are outraged by the vandalism at the West Chevington reserve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-than-200-trees-damaged-in-upsetting-attack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/more-than-200-trees-damaged-in-upsetting-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart three-storey family home in Newcastle for £260k (aff) - newcastleworld.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smart three-storey family home in Newcastle for &pound;260k (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;newcastleworld.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smart-three-storey-family-home-in-newcastle-for-260k-aff-newcastleworldcom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smart-three-storey-family-home-in-newcastle-for-260k-aff-newcastleworldcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart three-storey family home in Newcastle for £260k (aff) - NewcastleWorld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smart three-storey family home in Newcastle for &pound;260k (aff)&nbsp;&nbsp;NewcastleWorld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smart-three-storey-family-home-in-newcastle-for-260k-aff-newcastleworld/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/smart-three-storey-family-home-in-newcastle-for-260k-aff-newcastleworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We don't want to be that team' - how can Newcastle cure travel sickness?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United have only won three away games in all competitions this season and head coach Eddie Howe wants his side to rise to the challenge as they face European champions Paris St-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/we-dont-want-to-be-that-team-how-can-newcastle-cure-travel-sickness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/we-dont-want-to-be-that-team-how-can-newcastle-cure-travel-sickness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dementia has not stopped me speaking other languages']]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Thomas, 79, has dementia with Lewy bodies which is often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dementia-has-not-stopped-me-speaking-other-languages/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dementia-has-not-stopped-me-speaking-other-languages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK leaflet accused of 'inflaming' opinion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Reverend Chris Howson says leaflets with misrepresented data are "stirring up anger".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-leaflet-accused-of-inflaming-opinion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/reform-uk-leaflet-accused-of-inflaming-opinion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British Army officer dies after incident during live fire training]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 25-year-old died on Sunday after the incident at an army training site in Northumberland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/british-army-officer-dies-after-incident-during-live-fire-training/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/british-army-officer-dies-after-incident-during-live-fire-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile head teacher said he liked schoolgirls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dean Juric, 54, told fellow paedophiles 14 was the "perfect age", a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-head-teacher-said-he-liked-schoolgirls/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/paedophile-head-teacher-said-he-liked-schoolgirls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Danger driver's 98mph overtake crash injured woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Jackson's dangerous driving was "unfathomable" with a crash inevitable, a judge says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/danger-drivers-98mph-overtake-crash-injured-woman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/danger-drivers-98mph-overtake-crash-injured-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa batter Bedingham to return to Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa batter David Bedingham will play all three formats for Durham across the 2026 county season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-africa-batter-bedingham-to-return-to-durham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/south-africa-batter-bedingham-to-return-to-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domestic abuser 'made woman's life a misery']]></title><description><![CDATA[Concerned friends of Steven Bulmer's victim noticed multiple injuries, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/domestic-abuser-made-womans-life-a-misery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/domestic-abuser-made-womans-life-a-misery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Short Metro fares rise as longer journeys capped]]></title><description><![CDATA[New prices for Pop Card users include a &pound;5 cap daily cap, but paper and season tickets rise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/short-metro-fares-rise-as-longer-journeys-capped/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/short-metro-fares-rise-as-longer-journeys-capped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle agree deal to sign Exeter centre Rigg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls agree a deal to sign Exeter centre Will Rigg at the end of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-agree-deal-to-sign-exeter-centre-rigg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-agree-deal-to-sign-exeter-centre-rigg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged after woman dies in alleged assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Moor is due to appear at Bedlington Magistrates' Court later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-charged-after-woman-dies-in-alleged-assault/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/man-charged-after-woman-dies-in-alleged-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dig discovers earlier hill-living evidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discoveries in Northumberland suggest hill farming is older than historians previously believed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dig-discovers-earlier-hill-living-evidence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/dig-discovers-earlier-hill-living-evidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I didn't see domestic abuse signs until it was too late']]></title><description><![CDATA[Micala Trussler campaigns in memory of her daughter Holly Newton, who was killed by an ex-boyfriend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-didnt-see-domestic-abuse-signs-until-it-was-too-late/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/i-didnt-see-domestic-abuse-signs-until-it-was-too-late/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Is Why You Need To Visit Newcastle Upon Tyne | England's Most Underrated City [0b0c33] - An&aacute;huac]]></title><description><![CDATA[This Is Why You Need To Visit Newcastle Upon Tyne | England's Most Underrated City [0b0c33]&nbsp;&nbsp;An&aacute;huac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/this-is-why-you-need-to-visit-newcastle-upon-tyne-englands-most-underrated-city-0b0c33-anaacutehuac/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/this-is-why-you-need-to-visit-newcastle-upon-tyne-englands-most-underrated-city-0b0c33-anaacutehuac/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm-damaged pier closed to the public]]></title><description><![CDATA[Port of Tyne is waiting until it is safe to carry out a full assessment of the South Shields pier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-damaged-pier-closed-to-the-public/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-damaged-pier-closed-to-the-public/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JJ 01/86: Back Door at Newcastle Upon Tyne Corner House - Jazz Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[JJ 01/86: Back Door at Newcastle Upon Tyne Corner House&nbsp;&nbsp;Jazz Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jj-0186-back-door-at-newcastle-upon-tyne-corner-house-jazz-journal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/jj-0186-back-door-at-newcastle-upon-tyne-corner-house-jazz-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fiji winger Nasova signs for Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fiji winger Joji Nasova, a star in the sevens game before switching to the 15-player game, is to join Newcastle Red Bulls next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fiji-winger-nasova-signs-for-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/fiji-winger-nasova-signs-for-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three North East towns bid for culture status]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Shields, Berwick and Bishop Auckland are all competing for &pound;3m to fund cultural events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-north-east-towns-bid-for-culture-status/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/three-north-east-towns-bid-for-culture-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why can't Newcastle win without Guimaraes?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United have yet to win a league game without Bruno Guimaraes since he made his debut for the club in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-cant-newcastle-win-without-guimaraes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/why-cant-newcastle-win-without-guimaraes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder investigation launched after woman dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people are arrested following a suspected assault on Russell Street in North Shields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/murder-investigation-launched-after-woman-dies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/murder-investigation-launched-after-woman-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm-damaged pier struck again by weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pier had been fenced off for months after it's lighthouse was damaged by Storm Babet in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-damaged-pier-struck-again-by-weather/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/storm-damaged-pier-struck-again-by-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First students graduate from unique kidney course]]></title><description><![CDATA[The course is the only one of its kind and it is designed to provide specialised kidney care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/first-students-graduate-from-unique-kidney-course/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/first-students-graduate-from-unique-kidney-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photographers capture all the weathers in one week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photography enthusiasts have been snapping the changing weather across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-capture-all-the-weathers-in-one-week/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/photographers-capture-all-the-weathers-in-one-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gladiators Travelator was as hard as childbirth']]></title><description><![CDATA[Reverend Rachael Phillips lost in a photo finish when the programme returned for series three.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gladiators-travelator-was-as-hard-as-childbirth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/gladiators-travelator-was-as-hard-as-childbirth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle out to 'upset league's status quo' - Howe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Eddie Howe believes Newcastle United can still achieve "great things" despite financial restrictions as his side look to upset the league's status quo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-out-to-upset-leagues-status-quo-howe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/newcastle-out-to-upset-leagues-status-quo-howe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival plan on hold to avoid Big Weekend clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some 80,000 people are expected to attend the free three-day event in Sunderland in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/festival-plan-on-hold-to-avoid-big-weekend-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/festival-plan-on-hold-to-avoid-big-weekend-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eleven-try Saracens thump Newcastle Red Bulls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four tries from Noah Caluori helps eleven-try Saracens ruthlessly beat Newcastle Red Bulls 73-14 in The Prem at a blustery StoneX Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/eleven-try-saracens-thump-newcastle-red-bulls/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/eleven-try-saracens-thump-newcastle-red-bulls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad weather cancer test 'saved fisherman's life']]></title><description><![CDATA[A pop up cancer screening centre is being run at a quay for people in the fishing industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-weather-cancer-test-saved-fishermans-life/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/bad-weather-cancer-test-saved-fishermans-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buses leaving people stranded and late for school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Those travelling to and from Pegswood in Northumberland say they are suffering from late buses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/buses-leaving-people-stranded-and-late-for-school/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/newcastle-upon-tyne/buses-leaving-people-stranded-and-late-for-school/</guid></item></channel></rss>