Birtley4 days agoCannabis farmer was 'paying back people smugglers'Albanian Izmir Dema arrived in the UK illegally having previously been deported, a court hears.4 days ago1 Nov 2024'This should not happen to any child or parent'Mr Justice Hilliard detains Logan MacPhail for at least 17 years for the "vicious and brutal" attack.1 Nov 2024Tyne1 Nov 2024'Jealous' ex detained for Holly Newton's murderLogan MacPhail was "filled with resentment" when he stalked and stabbed the 15-year-old, a judge says.1 Nov 2024Tyne3 Oct 2024Royal visit to swimming pool saved from closureThe Prince of Wales says he wanted to help because "swimming is such an important part of life".3 Oct 2024Tyne22 Sep 2024Heat of cannabis farm detected by police aircraftPolice say a 26-year-old man has been charged with the production of cannabis.22 Sep 2024Tyne16 Sep 2024Man who threw partner against wall sentencedJay Madine is given a suspended sentence for attacking the woman, leaving her with serious head injuries.16 Sep 2024Tyne16 Sep 2024Pool reopens after volunteers raise £400,000Birtley Community Pool has new boilers, LED lights and a refurbished waterslide. 16 Sep 2024Tyne5 Sep 2024Swimming pool reopening delayedThe pool will open a week later than planned due to delayed staff security checks.5 Sep 2024Tyne10 Aug 2024Swimming pool to reopen after £20k raisedA non-profit organisation says it will now apply for £272,000 from the Community Ownership Fund.10 Aug 2024Tyne