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Today’s stories
- Newcastle jewellery store owner 'angry and frustrated' after burglar avoids jailA Newcastle jewellery store owner is upset after a burglar received a suspended sentence and only £200 in compensation for stealing £37,000 worth of jewellery.
- Free TV licence for all pensioners update after Government response as support soarsThe UK government acknowledges considering new TV licence concessions as a petition for free licences for all state pensioners nears 100,000 signatures, potentially leading to parliamentary debate.
- Witnesses who saw black Mercedes urged to come forward in probe into PC Jess Turnbull deathWitnesses are being asked to come forward about a black Mercedes in the investigation into the death of PC Jess Turnbull, who was struck by a vehicle while responding to a crash in Cramlington. A 73-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
- EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning Lottery numbers for Friday, June 12EuroMillions draw features a £14m prize with additional £1m Millionaire Maker code. Thunderball numbers will be drawn first at 8pm followed by EuroMillions at 8.30pm.
- Jill Scott receives hero's welcome in Sunderland after finishing mammoth 388-mile Sport Relief challengeJill Scott received a hero's welcome in Sunderland after completing a 388-mile challenge for Sport Relief, raising £470,677 for the cause.
- Judge regrets giving Newcastle serial burglar a chance after he terrified mum and son within daysA serial burglar who received a deferred sentence for previous offenses broke into a mother's home in Newcastle within weeks, leading the judge to express regret for not incarcerating him.
- £1m retractable roof, Michelin star food and epic views as Freight Island takes over NewcastleNewcastle's Freight Island entertainment complex opened with a large rooftop area, food options, and World Cup viewing facilities.
- See inside Freight Island in 18 pictures as massive £16m rooftop venue opens in NewcastleFreight Island, a £16m rooftop venue with 12 food kitchens and 10 HD screens, opens in Newcastle after plans began in 2005, aiming to be a major attraction during the World Cup.
- Residents say Newcastle park has become 'lawless' after dark and 'like the Bronx'Residents in Newcastle report that Walker Park has become unsafe after dark, with antisocial behavior including bike-related incidents and fires, leading to arrests and ongoing concerns from local authorities.
- Exciting Gateshead Old Town Hall plans to be tweaked after 'amazing' public consultation turnoutGateshead Old Town Hall redevelopment plans are being adjusted after a successful public consultation with over 200 attendees, including new homes, businesses, and green spaces.
- Flowers and tributes laid in memory of Jess Turnbull at Northumbria Police HQFlowers and tributes were placed at Northumbria Police HQ in memory of Jess Turnbull, a 19-year-old officer who died after being hit by a car while responding to a collision.
- Newcastle United told to tackle major transfer release clauses after FIFA rule changeNew FIFA transfer regulations effective 1 January 2027 require all transfers to include player escape clauses and share transfer fees, impacting clubs like Newcastle United.
- The 'magical' lodge built from ancient ruins you can holiday in this summerWest Gate Lodge, a historic cottage built from 12th-century abbey ruins in Yorkshire, is available for stays in August with a focus on historical atmosphere and secluded access to the ruins, though it has limited internet and privacy concerns.
- Crowds expected as F1 car to arrive in Newcastle this weekend on nationwide tourThe Audi Revolut F1® Team R26 show car will be displayed in Newcastle city centre on June 14 as part of a UK tour, celebrating Tyneside's status as the UK's digital racing capital.
- Teen arrested on suspicion of drug driving as three hospitalised in A189 Spine Road crashAn 18-year-old was arrested for drug driving after a car and motorbike collision on the A189 Spine Road, resulting in three hospitalisations. The road was closed temporarily but reopened by 11am.