Barbara Hodgson

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Major Universal Credit change for anyone claiming benefit from next month

By: Levi Winchester, Barbara Hodgson

Millions of people are set to be affected by a new automated system due to be introduced by the DWP

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Warning signs that tiredness has turned into heat exhaustion

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist, Ariane Sohrabi-Shiraz

Feeling tired in hot weather is not unusual but it's important to watch out for signs that it may be something else

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Thousands of older people to miss out on new State Pension payment rates

By: Barbara Hodgson, Linda Howard

The Triple Lock means state pension could rise to £880 per month from next April but some groups of people are not expected to benefit

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The Feeling announce Newcastle date on tour to celebrate 20 year milestone

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist

Chart-toppers announce a UK-wide tour along with new album and tickets are on sale now

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Crime author is on the hunt for 'the next Vera'

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist

Award-winning writer Trevor Wood is to host a crime-writing course - a 'Newcastle first' - aimed at finding the next big talent

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Bongo's Bingo announces Christmas dates with Queen themed nights

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist

Break free - and party. The festive run of Bongo's Bingo promises to be 'extra special' as it takes inspiration from classic rock band Queen

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Aldi recalls two meat products after health concerns

By: Barbara Hodgson, Bradley Jolly

Supermarket chain takes two deli products off its shelves and issues warning to buyers

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Mechanic explains costly mistake of driving with your car windows down

By: Barbara Hodgson, Billie Schwab Dunn

Here's the surprising reason it's not a good idea to wind your windows down when you're on the road

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Bank Holiday festival in Gateshead invites people to dress up for Groovy Sunday

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist

Gateshead Summer Fest is back this Bank Holiday weekend with two days of music, food, drinks and family entertainment

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North East International Film Festival to feature Ken Loach first

By: Barbara Hodgson, Barbarahodgsonjournalist

Pre-release screening of Bafta-winning director's new County Durham-made film will open September's festival whose programme also features work by big names including Ricky Gervais and Joe Lycett