South Shields quadriplegic surfer hopes to become champion

Bathing water in Cullercoats Bay is rated "poor", but locals say it "never causes a problem".

A shark sighting during a Farne Islands boat tour brings joy to passengers.

"It can give you something to be proud of, when you don't have anything to be proud of."

Sir Runs A Lot is fundraising to improve accessibility at Newcastle's Black Gate and castle keep.

A rapper from Whitley Bay represents the North East at Reading & Leeds Festival.

Guidance from Newcastle University suggests using the term could be patronising.

A photographer captures stunning footage of the full supermoon above Dunstanburgh Castle.

"To get it out into the ocean...a dream come true. A small dream but, you know, some kind of dream."

Eleven-year-old Taye has been drawing and painting ever since he could hold a brush.

The BBC travels to a funfair to hear from voters about the ups and downs of the campaign so far.

We ask fans in Newcastle if they plan to vote on 4 July, and what issues matter the most to them.

Frankie, a Belgian Malinois, has been with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service since 2018.

An appeal to raise vital funds for Stepney Bank Stables in Newcastle reaches its target.

The conservation group trap and kill invasive grey squirrels, to protect the native reds.

Tyler, 13, who is autistic and Newcastle United mad, often visits the sensory room at St James' Park.

Trampolines and teacher-student dance battles are used to support pupils with ADHD in Wallsend.

Hayley Watson ventures out most nights to protect migrating toads from traffic.

The therapeutic companion has captured the hearts of residents at Riverside House Care Home in Morpeth.

Members of the club say it offers an important space for them to share their hobby and chat.

Charity Smile For Life has recently celebrated the first birthday of its Café Beam at Ouseburn Farm.