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Need To Know North East

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How will new investors change South Shields FC?
Geoff Thompson explains what the new investment means for the Mariners.
08 Jun 2026,6 mins
Durham Women FC has 21 days to save the club
Durham Women Football Club has released a statement looking for investment.
08 Jun 2026,1 min
What to expect from The Script in 2026
Danny O'Donogue explains what to expect from new music and shows in the North East.
08 Jun 2026,7 mins
The story of Zoe Birkett joining Take That's tour
Zoe Birkett shares the story behind her Circus Tour cameo ahead of Sunderland show.
08 Jun 2026,4 mins
How to spot the signs of carent burnout
Dr Jackie Gray warns of the signs people who care for their parents may be struggling.
08 Jun 2026,9 mins
After gran's death: What are the laws for e-bikes?
Professor Phil Blythe explains the laws following Gloria Stephenson's death.
08 Jun 2026,6 mins
Take That Sunderland: Stage times, setlist & travel
All the details you need to know ahead of Take That at the Stadium of Light.
04 Jun 2026,2 mins
Deaths spark new call to dual A1 in Northumberland
Glen Sanderson is among politicians pushing for the government to dual the A1.
03 Jun 2026,9 mins
McGuinness calls Reform AI arena claim 'absurd'
Kim McGuiness discusses the potential of Reform UK council stopping the Gateshead arena.
02 Jun 2026,5 mins
McGuinness: 'We need to reconsider dualling the A1'
Kim McGuinness affirms her demand for the A1 to be dualled in Northumberland.
02 Jun 2026,5 mins
What weather will we get this summer?
It's the meteorological start of summer from 1 June - what weather can we expect?
01 Jun 2026,1 min
What are 'Mazza' vapes?
Kay Davidson explains the dangers of new illicit vapes hitting the market.
29 May 2026,3 mins
Sycamore Gap tree to become art installation
North Shields charity Helix Arts is using the tree timber to create 'The People's Tree'.
29 May 2026,7 mins
Unions chip in for Pride after council pulls out
Kelly Scott speaks to Dominic Bascombe from the Equity union.
29 May 2026,7 mins
New Alnwick Castle film showcases North East talent
A new North East film marks a positive future for the TV and film industry in the region.
28 May 2026,4 mins
Four local lads named in England World Cup squad
Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for the 2026 World Cup.
22 May 2026,1 min
Big Weekend: Weather, travel and opening times
Everything you need to know for Radio 1's Big Weekend in Herrington Country Park.
22 May 2026,5 mins
E-Scooters leaving Newcastle - What happens next?
Newcastle Uni transport expert Professor Phil Blythe explains the impact of e-scooters.
21 May 2026,3 mins
Newcastle's Pride under threat due to rising costs
Phil Douglas from organiser Curious Arts explains the challenges facing Newcastle Pride.
21 May 2026,8 mins
What is the RNLI's 'Float To Live' campaign?
Euan Gray from Gateshead talks about how the manoeuvre helped him survive at sea.
20 May 2026,4 mins
Travel advice for Big Weekend in Sunderland
Plan ahead for your journey to Herrington Country Park this weekend.
19 May 2026,3 mins
Villagers 'trapped' by Big Weekend road closure
Residents said they will become "prisoners in their own home" for three days.
19 May 2026,3 mins
How to deal with exam season stress
Anna Foster speaks to children's mental wellbeing expert Nadia McSheffrey.
18 May 2026,4 mins
Don't miss these North East acts at the Big Weekend
Matt Bailey catches up with �鶹�� Introducing's Shakk ahead of the Radio 1 Big Weekend.
18 May 2026,4 mins
Council release statement on play sand asbestos
Asbestos has been found in play sand at a community school nursery.
15 May 2026,3 mins
Electric motorbike teen detained for killing gran
Gloria Stephenson was killed while crossing a road in Sunderland in May 2025.
15 May 2026,3 mins
Helping your relative with BT landline switch over
Chris Hockley from BT Digital Advice explains everything you need to know.
15 May 2026,4 mins
Fatboy Slim to play forbidden hit at Big Weekend
Fatboy Slim tells us what to expect from his performance at Big Weekend in Sunderland.
15 May 2026,6 mins
Asbestos found in North Tyneside nursery play sand
An update from Madelynne Flack on asbestos found in North Tyneside nursery's play sand.
14 May 2026,2 mins
Asbestos sand recall shuts schools for tests
Schools are being closed as a precautionary measure.
14 May 2026,1 min