Advice on keeping warm in the cold weather
Cold weather can pose a real health risk to older and disabled people, but everyone can gain from preparing their homes for the cold.
Your snowy snaps
Many parts of the region woke up heavy snow this morning. Here is a selection of scenes from across the region.
Your snowy snaps
You've been sending us pictures of snowy scenes, here is a selection of the best...
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Sheep found alive under huge snow drift
A farmer from Galloway was shocked to find that one of his sheep was still alive after being buried under snow for 11 days.
Stuart Mactier from Mochrum, near Newton Stewart, managed to dig the ewe out from a deep snow drift.
A couple of days later and the sheep is up and walking about, and enjoying eating again- after being starved for so long.
Help for older people in extreme weather
Researchers from Durham University say organisations must work together to provide the best help to older people in extreme weather.
They say our ageing population is particularly vulnerable in snow, flooding and heat waves.
The Durham researchers carried out a three year study to find ways to better support older people at a time when it appears our weather patterns are becoming increasingly extreme.
They say responsibility for older people falls to everyone, from public and private sector organisations, to local communities and even households.
Their work comes as a nationwide programme is developed to ensure the country is more 'resilient' to extreme weather.
Watch Helen Ford's report here:
For more information on the Durham University research, follow this link:
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Advice on keeping warm in the cold weather
Cold weather can pose a real health risk to older and disabled people, but everyone can gain from preparing their homes for the cold.
Read the full storySnowed Inn!
At least 6 people have had to stay longer than planned at a remote Yorkshire pub after weather conditions proved too difficult to leave.
The Tan Hill Inn in North Yorkshire claims to be the highest pub in Britain.
Drifting snow and high winds meant some guests arriving at the weekend had to stay overnight. Staff say spirits are high.
Full Report: Snow returns to the North East
Snow has once again been causing problems in parts of the region, even though Spring has officially begun.
The A66 has been closed all day by blizzards, leaving motorists with lengthy detours.
In North Yorkshire, more than twenty schools were closed in the west of the county.
Conditions have been better in the east, but more snow is expected and weather warnings are in force for the whole region tomorrow.
You can watch the full report from Claire Montgomery below.
A66 closes after snow falls in North East
The closure of the A66 between County Durham and Cumbria has meant motorists have had to find alternative routes.
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More snow causes disruption on the roads
PC Richard Gatland from Durham Police spoke to ITV News about the trouble that the weather has been causing on roads across the region.
Snowfall at the Angel of the North in Gateshead
A snow shower at the Angel of the North today didn't deter people from visiting the landmark.
More snow for some
by Rachel SweeneySome are waking up again to a blanket of snow. Driving conditions are hazardous but children on half term are making the most of it.
Police warn drivers after snowfall
Motorists are being warned by police to allow extra time on journeys as snow builds up across the region.
Drivers should be aware of icy patches, snow on the roads, and slippery surfaces. Police say drivers should moderate their speed and keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
Main roads are passable but secondary roads, particularly in Gateshead and Newcastle, have coverings of snow.
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