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See inside Sunderland's newest play centre – The Little Playhouse at East Herrington18:51
Danger warning as firefighters deal with three fires a day in the North East - most of them arson attacks14:20
A nasty cold bug is going round - this is why it's spreading so quickly and what to do if you get it07:00
Sunderland car accident liar faces battle to save NHS nursing career15:05
Brexit has triggered fight, flight or freeze response in majority of population, academic claims16:48
The dos and don'ts for a theatre audience20:23
Phil Parkinson enjoys dream start at the Stadium of Light as Sunderland put five past Tranmere13:23
Sunderland weather forecast: Heavy rain is on the way after yellow weather warning issued13:39
East 17 to perform at the South Shields Christmas lights switch on11:18
Little Mix star Jade Thirlwall buys cocktail bar in South Shields to 'bring something different' to her home town17:45
Daughter to shave off her 'trademark' hair in memory of mum who lost her life to cancer17:56
Supermarkets should do more to reduce plastic waste, say readers22:27
'Best player in the division!': Sunderland fans hail star man after stunning Tranmere display13:48
Man calls 999 to complain that Sports Direct won't return his trainers22:45
Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson reacts as Duncan Watmore shines in 5-0 thrashing of Tranmere Rovers20:47
Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings: Who shone and struggled in thumping Tranmere win?20:00
Gothic Sunderland: striking buildings from around the city17:22
Two arrested after man suffers serious head injuries in street assault18:50
'Love that!': Sunderland fans react as Phil Parkinson makes surprise changes for Tranmere clash18:37
County councillor in running to become next Durham City MP11:23
Wrecking crew moves in to demolish eyesore former pub in Seaham16:45
Northumberland named among most instagrammed locations in Britain17:51
Sunderland AFC news RECAP: Investment latest as Cats prepare for Tranmere06:00
More should been done to pay tribute to our mining heritage, say readers15:28
MI5 jobs: Security Service recruiting intelligence officers for £30k starting salaries10:03
17 of your photos capturing the beautiful sunrise over the North East15:44
These are the top 20 things to do in England - according to Lonely Planet15:40
Wendy’s: US burger giant could open 20 UK stores in 202017:45
Elliot Dickman reveals how Sunderland contract talks have affected Benji Kimpioka14:17
Jack Ross reveals what he told Stewart Donald after he was sacked by Sunderland13:38
Beanie Babies, Harry Potter, Lego: collectible things you might have in your attic13:03
Revealed! The Sunderland AFC starting XI fans want Phil Parkinson to pick against Tranmere Rovers11:49
This Week’s Must Read: True-Life Walter by Steven Romain.12:47
VARTA wants children to test must have toys for Christmas 2019: how to apply17:45
Toy Dolls exhibition opens at new Sunderland arts venue Norfolk Street Studios11:45
Former struggling Sunderland care home set to become nursery under new plans12:45
Gary Rowell: Sunderland need to beat Tranmere Rovers to avoid Phil Parkinson having the shortest honeymoon period ever09:57
What a difference a day makes: A690 clear of jams after lane closure leaves Monday commuters queuing for miles12:24
Fly-tipping and rubbish fires spark investigations in Seaham16:45
Fluoride plan for Durham water supplies 'will spare children painful dental work,' claim health chiefs11:02
Bridget Phillipson: Revive our communities and unlock region’s potential10:11
Revealed: How many tickets have been sold for Phil Parkinson's first home game as Sunderland AFC manager08:00
Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka handed first team recall by Phil Parkinson11:45
9,000 cigarettes and 10kg of tobacco seized after council uses RIPA 'spying' powers08:55
Three-vehicle A19 collision leads to tailbacks for miles as rush hour hits09:10
Warning of criminal action after fireworks are 'thrown' in town centre07:07
Sunderland LIVE news: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather updates for Tuesday, October 2206:00
Sunderland weather forecast: more rain is on the way as clouds continue to thicken06:00
Phil Parkinson's plan to revive Will Grigg's fortunes and fix Sunderland's struggling attack