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Tuesday, Jul 2

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Decision set to be made on plans for new Farmfoods store in North Tyneside

Plans for a new Farmfoods store are up before North Tyneside's planning committee next week.

18

Dunelm's new locked parcel box keeps your online packages safe until you get home

The storage box is locked and the lid is protected so no one can access the box except you

Amazon shoppers to get huge Prime discount if they're a certain age

Ahead of its Prime Day sale, Amazon is offering another huge deal to shoppers

15

Newcastle whisky festival announces comeback dates for one of largest events of its kind in the world

The Whisky Indie Love Fest is billed as one of the largest independent events of its kind in the world

09

The cost of running things under new Ofgem price cap - from air fryers to fans

The average household energy bill has fallen by 7% as of Monday

08

Søstrene Grene to open first North East shop in Newcastle's Eldon Square

Danish homewares retailer is preparing to open a new shop in Newcastle's Eldon Square this summer

06

What could happen in the North East 'red wall' seats that went Tory in 2019?

As voters prepare to go to the polls on July 4, we look back at some of the big stories from our region in 2019 when the Tories took several seats off Labour here

Monday, Jul 1

13

Amazon Prime Day 2024 early deals and little-known perks to grab now with free trial

The sale will launch on July 16 with discounts available exclusively to Prime members - here are our top tips on how to make the biggest savings

09

Households urged to send meter readings this week as energy price cap drops

The average household energy bill has fallen by 7% as of Monday, July 1, but those who fail to send meter readings could end up overpaying

Sunday, Jun 30

16

Unusual symptom when lying down could mean you're having a heart attack and you should call 999

The NHS has explained more about a condition called Costochondritis and when you should call an ambulance

13

Amazon offering 'absolutely outstanding' wireless earbuds for just £20 - a massive 60% off

The Btootos wireless earbuds have been reduced in price as part of a limited time deal on Amazon - see what customers have been saying about them

10

Revealed: The worst airline routes at Newcastle Airport for delays and cancellations

Figures from the Civil Aviation Authority has revealed over two in three flights are delayed on the worst airline route in Newcastle

Saturday, Jun 29

21

Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Saturday, June 29

It's the Lotto and Thunderball draws tonight so we will be bringing live updates and the results below

18

Historic South Shields bank building to undergo changes with approved £375,000 decommissioning project

The former Barclays Bank in King Street, South Shields, has been granted permission to 'decommission' its use as a bank in order to allow the chain to relocate to new premises

12

Eight passport mistakes that can get you turned away at the airport, according to travel expert

Travellers are urged to check their passports ahead of their holidays to make sure there are no problems - here is a list of things to look out for

11

Iceland issues food recall over allergy risk as shoppers urged 'do not eat' - see full warning

The rice product has been recalled as it may be harmful for anyone with certain allergies - details of the affected items are provided below

10

South Tyneside 'battery energy storage system' plans refused over Green Belt fears

The proposals from Whirlwind Energy Storage Ltd were rejected by South Tyneside Council's Planning Committee earlier this week

Friday, Jun 28

21

British Engines workers in Newcastle and Jarrow end strike after pay deal agreed

Workers at BEL Engineering in Newcastle, and Rotary Power and Michell Bearings in Jarrow, have been undertaking industrial action since May

20

Disabled election candidate for Tynemouth speaks out on abuse branding her 'not fit to be an MP'

Chloe-Louise Reilly, Green Party candidate for the Tynemouth constituency, says she has received hateful comments about her campaign because she uses a wheelchair

16

Online banking issues hit HSBC, Virgin Money, and Nationwide customers

HSBC, Virgin Money and Nationwide customers have been left unable to access online and mobile banking services on what is commonly pay day for many workers across the UK

15

New Greggs drive-thru opens in County Durham and creates 30 jobs

The outlet has opened on Delves Lane and will serve the retailer's popular items

14

M&S to start clothing repair service so customers can give clothes another life from just £5

From August this year, M&S customers will be able to book a clothing repair service - from zip replacements to knitwear mending

13

Grandparents who help out this summer could get extra £6,000 boost to pensions

A growing number of grandparents are applying for specified adult childcare credits - but many more could be eligible to make a claim, according to new research

11

British Gas, Octopus and other energy customers are urged not to use dishwashers and ovens this Sunday

Customers of OVO, British Gas, Octopus Energy and more are being encouraged to avoid using high power appliances such as dishwashers or ovens this Sunday - here's why

10

EDF Energy says households could save £50 on energy bills with new offer

The new tariff from EDF cuts the amount customers pay in standing charges - but it's only available for a short time

AD FEATURE: The new £54m ‘net zero’ campus for Northumberland College is a leap towards sustainability

The Ashington campus will become the UK’s first in a new generation of further education buildings to be as carbon neutral as possible

Thursday, Jun 27

17

Aldi picks out South Shields as prime location for new stores as expansion drive continues

Aldi has more than 1,020 stores and is continuing towards its long-term target of more than 1,500 stores across the UK

10 warning signs your child has a gaming addiction and how you can help as a parent

If your child loves playing video games and spends a lot of time on gaming devices, the following warning signs could mean they have an addiction

13

Amazon selling £20 'game-changer' dog cooling mat that's 'ideal' for pets in hot weather

The cooling mat uses pressure activated gel technology that works by absorbing your dog's body heat - here's how to get one for your pooch

10

£122 energy bill warning issued to households without smart meters as time running out

The Energy Price Cap is being lowered from July 1, bringing down average costs for households