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Man arrested on suspicion of burglary on St. Georges Terrace

Louis Miller reports on a worrying increase in burglaries across Jesmond and Heaton

Photo released following Jesmond pool wallet theft

Northumbria Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following a theft at Jesmond Swimming Pool last month. The incident happened at around 9.30am on Wednesday March 13th when a wallet was stolen from a pair of trousers in the

NHSG new head teacher wants “period of stability”

NHSGs new head teacher Michael Tippett stands for a period of stability after the former head teacher has been dismissed due to allegations of fraud.

Police appeal for dash-cam footage after two men critically injured on Coast Road

The van collided with a wall between the Cradlewell and Sandyford Road, reports Louis Miller

Police release images of men who could help with theft enquiry

Louis Miller reports on a police appeal to identify two men who could help with enquiries around a theft

Young ex-offenders brighten up Sandyford’s Benton House

The appearance of a local building that is home to community mental health services has enjoyed a trim and tidy up, thanks to a team from the Skill Mill, a social enterprise that provides employment for young ex–offenders in watercourse and horticulture services.

Bike thefts remain a problem for university staff

Thieves are dressing like students and carrying bike helmets to make off with cycles undetected, reports Louis Miller

Northumbria Police increase patrols this Halloween

Louis Miller reports on the increased police presence you’ll see on Jesmond’s streets this Halloween

Broken glass injures Jesmond pets despite fines of £2,500

Residents have been raising their concerns following a number of pets suffering injuries to their paws because of broken glass on Jesmond streets and footpaths.

Police make arrest following Waitrose armed robbery

A man entered the supermarket on Osborne Road last Friday at 7.10am, with his face covered and brandishing a suspected firearm. Northumbria Police say he threatened staff before stealing around 120 packets of cigarettes, then escaping in the direction of Acorn Road.