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Flooding in Oakenshaw, County Durham. Photo: Jenny Argyle
Heavy rain causes travel problems
Persistent rain causes problems for drivers and rail passengers on Tyneside and in County Durham.
Heavy rain causes traffic misery
Flood alert radar site goes live

Newcastle Crown Court Watchdog probes collapse of trial
The police watchdog investigates Durham Police officers following the collapse of an attempted murder trial.

Maurice Agis Tragedy artist appeals over fine
The creator of an inflatable artwork which blew away in killing two women is appealing against his £10,000 fine.

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Postal workers in Darlington hold a series of walk-outs over concerns about the viability of the town's mail centre.

Record amount from Metro auction
Hundreds of belongings left on the Tyne and Wear Metro are auctioned, raising £1,850 for charity.
Confusion over Quakers deal
Darlington chairman-elect Raj Singh moves a step closer to taking over the club after a meeting with the Football League.

Nation holds Olympic base talks
Colombia announces that it is looking at basing its 2012 Olympic training camp in the North East of England.
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