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23 May 2012 Last updated at 06:18 ET

Metro staff back strike action

Tyne & Wear Metro union members vote to strike in a row over pay and alleged victimisation.

Prisoner on remand found hanged

A 43-year-old man on remand over a charge of rape is found hanged in Durham Prison.

Man, 43, charged in Carlisle rape

Policeman hurt in 999 house crash

A policeman is hurt when he crashes into a wall on his way to investigate a robbery in Horden, police say.

Cheryl: Film cameo 'easy peasy'
Newcastle singer Cheryl Cole takes to the red carpet after making a cameo appearance in a film
Dog in owner chase statue plunge
Dog owners are warned about keeping dogs on leads after a border collie falls from a statue
Fosterer's 'hugs and love' reward
A woman who survived cancer becomes a full-time foster carer

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