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Disused building fire that closed one of Newcastle's busiest roads is extinguished
29 June 2023
Prohibition notice served on Newcastle city centre residential premises
27 June 2023
It felt amazing to save someone's life!
22 June 2023
The best noses in the business
21 June 2023
Throwline saves another life after dramatic response on Newcastle Quayside
20 June 2023
Five-day fire finally looks to be ending
19 June 2023
Peter Heath awarded King’s Fire Service Medal
17 June 2023
Firefighters praised for their response at wild fire in Prestwick
15 June 2023
Businesses urged to take care with artificial flowers after tragic fire fatality in Madrid
13 June 2023
Firefighters praised for their response after huge fire at Grade II listed building in Newcastle
09 June 2023
Hero security guard saves Sunderland Grandma in mobility scooter drama
02 June 2023