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Organisers prepare for Plate Day scorcher
Joe Gibson explains how Newcastle Racecourse is preparing for the Plate Festival.

How to avoid new clothes shopping scams
Citizens Advice Bureau offer tips on how to avoid scams when buying clothes online.

How to sleep well in a heatwave
Dr Neil Stanley is a sleep expert at based in Newcastle.

Newcastle Reacts: Starmer exit and Burnham running
Geordies react to Sir Keir Starmer resigning and Andy Burnham possibly replacing him.

Final week of service for old metro trains
Former Metro driver Bill Dodds reacts as the old trains run for the last time.

Gateshead Five Bridges roundabout closed for 25 days
The roundabout is closed as part of the Gateshead Flyover demolishment.

Ex-Labour councillor reacts to Starmer resignation
Paul from Gateshead discusses Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister.

New Jennifer Saunders film filmed in the North East
Tina Gharava talks about the new film she directed filmed in the North East.

McGuinness backs Burnham for Prime Minister
Kim McGuinness reacts to Andy Burnham winning the Makerfield by-election.

What's new at the Hoppings for 2026?
The Hoppings is back and here's everything you need to know.