South Shields7 hrs agoCouncil's first-class travel 'broke no rules'An internal South Tyneside Council audit concludes the travel costs are "not considered significant".7 hrs ago17 hrs agoGreen light for new security gates at listed pierPort of Tyne says the new gates are needed to prevent vandalism and increase safety.17 hrs ago1 day agoWind and rain sees roads closed and races offRoads are shut and events called off due to the weather in the north-east of England and Cumbria.1 day ago1 day agoCocaine driver killed brother and nephew in crashMichael Webb was an "accident waiting to happen" before the fatal crash, a court hears.1 day ago3 days agoChip shop attackers robbed victim of necklaceConnor Wade and his stepfather, who has since died, used "gratuitous" violence, a court hears.3 days ago6 days agoYour Pictures: Spectacular orange moonsWeather presenter Paul Mooney says the tint can be explained the moon's proximity to the horizon.6 days ago27 Feb 2026Ferry service to be shut at least another monthThe service between North and South Shields is suspended until at least the end of February.27 Feb 202623 Feb 2026Football club investigated over waterlogged pitchThe National League is conducting an inquiry into events before the recent South Shields fixture.23 Feb 202622 Feb 2026Test your knowledge with our weekly quizTest your memory of the stories making the headlines across the North East and Cumbria this week.22 Feb 2026...