Persistent rain causes problems for drivers and rail passengers on Tyneside and in County Durham.
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One man's images from his days on Wearside as one of the last to hammer in rivets in the ships.
Relive the passion, pride, sunshine and sights of the 2009 Durham Miners' Gala.
Find out what the flood risks are in your area from the Environment Agency...
A195 Tyne And Wear - Western Highway closed both ways due to flooding between A1(M) and A182 Washington Highway, in Washington More...
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Hartlepool’s Graeme Storm fires a two-over 72 for the second day running at Turnberry to make the Open Championship cut by just a shot.
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