Northumbria Police says it is treating the fire in Wallsend as suspected arson.
Michael Grey is jailed for three and half years for sexually abusing a girl.
Voters are asked to vote for a third of the seats on North Tyneside Council in May.
Council documents predict the expansion could see pupil numbers treble over the next five years.
A report says it will help local people secure energy sector jobs and generate business nearby.
The rider of a white Ducati Multistrada dies in the crash near the Tyne Tunnel Industrial Estate.
The young tree is now growing at Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend, which stands on Hadrian's Wall.
The Coast Road sharing deal is due to end this month after it was introduced during the pandemic.
