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The regulator says water firms must also invest billions more in improving services between 2020 and 2025.

Four councillors vie to take over the post held by Dame Vera Baird since it came into force in 2012.

Steve Bruce has been handed the Newcastle job - but what do the stats tell us about how long he stays at the club and his Premier League record?

Newcastle defender Federico Fernandez says he "understands" fans concerns over the appointment of Steve Bruce.

Newcastle are thrashed 4-0 by Wolves in a pre-season friendly in China, on the day Steve Bruce is appointed as the new manager at St James' Park.

A six-year-old boy from County Durham says he wants to do something to help protect sea creatures.

England all-rounder Ben Stokes says he "never wants to be involved in a super over again" after the nail-biting World Cup final win over New Zealand.

Sam Fender is among the acts who force themselves to take time out of hectic schedules.

Newcastle United appoint Steve Bruce as their head coach on a three-year contract following his resignation from Sheffield Wednesday.

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall will join 500 picnickers at Exmoor national park.

NE1, a campaigning group for businesses, is asking for "less drastic" action to curb toxic emissions.

The Moon appears red on the day of the 50th anniversary of the historic space flight.

Newcastle United defender Liam Gibson joins League Two side Grimsby Town on loan until January.

The headteacher of the school says she was "disappointed" but improvements had been made.

Brian Goldsmith and Luc Barker each used a large knife to stab the father of two.

Durham beat Worcestershire by 109 runs at Chester-le-Street as seamer Chris Rushworth ends with match figures of 10-67.

Thomas Brand is accused of throwing a punch in a pub argument that led to the victim's death.

The 51-year-old, who was jumping from Peterlee Parachute Centre, suffered serious injuries.

Durham fast bowler Chris Rushworth strikes three late blows to leave Worcestershire in a mess going into the final day.

Ben Stokes' parents Gerard and Deb said the cup final had been an emotional day for the family.