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Charity warns about cheap travel adaptors
The charity purchased 14 adaptors, which all failed safety tests.
What did Bill Oddie do for North East wildlife?
The Chief Executive of Northumberland Wildlife Trust pays tribute to patron Bill Oddie.
Should we worry about heatwave wildfires here?
Kerry Shotton from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service discusses the risk.
What went wrong for the National Glass Centre?
Sunderland's National Glass Centre is due to close this week.
Lindisfarne Festival returns for 11th year
Conleth Maenpaa founded the Lindisfarne Festival.
Thousands of LGBT veterans could miss compensation
Between 1967 and 2000, LGBT service people were not allowed in the British military.
Will business rate cuts really help local venues?
The general manager for Independent Sunderland reacts to business rate cuts.
What you need to know about Tyne coast nurdles
Plastic pellets are being found following the collapse of a crane at Port of the Tyne.
What does inflation falling really mean for you?
Finance expert Kara Gammel explains the real terms impact of recent inflation changes.
Why do only some beaches have lifeguards?
Lifeguard cover on the North East's coastline varies significantly, the BBC has found.