Whitburn22 hrs agoNurses speak out against rising tide of abuseWashington nurses Shannon Malloy and Lydia Taylor say the problem is getting worse.22 hrs ago20 Sept 2026Test your news knowledge with our weekly quizFrom papal prayers to rescued animals, do you know your North East and Cumbria news?20 Sept 202617 Sept 2026Windmill's sails to be removed due to damageResidents campaign for funds to restore the windmill sails before they are put in storage.17 Sept 202614 Sept 2026Oysters from nursery 'thriving' in North SeaThousands of the molluscs have been released from a nursery at South Tyneside.14 Sept 202623 Aug 2026Your photos of returning rain and rainbowsWeather Watches snap the thirsty landscapes of the North East and Cumbria as temperatures cool.23 Aug 202627 Jun 2026Sunshine and storms bring stunning skiesBBC Weather Watchers share images from this week's heatwave and its stormy follow-up.27 Jun 202613 May 2026Reform selects South Tyneside group leaderThe Whiteleas councillor says he wants to tackle debt across the borough.13 May 202612 Mar 2026Wind 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.12 Mar 20261 Mar 2026Green belt housing plan sparks oppositionA petition opposing the up to 205-home scheme has amassed more than 1,400 signatures.1 Mar 2026...