Shark sighting for Farne Island boat tour passengers

Studio supporting mental health through art "It can give you something to be proud of, when you don't have anything to be proud of."

Medieval knight in training for Great North Run Sir Runs A Lot is fundraising to improve accessibility at Newcastle's Black Gate and castle keep.

Is 'pet' a patronising term to use? Guidance from Newcastle University suggests using the term could be patronising.

Full supermoon filmed in Northumberland A photographer captures stunning footage of the full supermoon above Dunstanburgh Castle.

Colour blind graffiti artist, 11, tells of passion Eleven-year-old Taye has been drawing and painting ever since he could hold a brush.

Rollercoaster views on general election The BBC travels to a funfair to hear from voters about the ups and downs of the campaign so far.

Euros football fans have their say on election We ask fans in Newcastle if they plan to vote on 4 July, and what issues matter the most to them.

Retiring fire rescue dog receives guard of honour Frankie, a Belgian Malinois, has been with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service since 2018.

Charity-run stables saved by funds appeal An appeal to raise vital funds for Stepney Bank Stables in Newcastle reaches its target.

Young offenders fighting back through fashion The HoodEx charity runs a clothing programme and boxing gym to help reduce the risk of offending.

Deaf fan 'proud' of player's signing celebration A 12-year-old boy says he is "proud" of Newcastle captain Dan Burn fulfilling his promise to deaf fans.

Who can beat the Tyne Bridge delays? We travel by foot, bike, car and public transport to see who can cross the Tyne Bridge the quickest.

Newcastle stars surprise young fan with flag Tyler, 13, who is autistic and Newcastle United mad, often visits the sensory room at St James' Park.

Giant puppet parade delights city centre crowds A giant snow lion, spider and birds roam the city centre for the opening of Newcastle Puppetry Festival.

Life inside an 'ADHD classroom' Trampolines and teacher-student dance battles are used to support pupils with ADHD in Wallsend.