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The grieving family of murdered toddler Maya Chappell say “lessons still haven’t been learnt” — a quarter of a century after the death of Victoria Climbié.

An "immature" stalker waged a “campaign of terror” against a former partner which a court heard was “intended to maximise fear and distress”.

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service said a man in his 40s was pronounced dead at the scene

A wind farm featuring 20 wind turbines each 200m-high could be built on moorland on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

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After a period of profound change, Polyvinyl are returning to the stage with "Polyvinyl: The Comeback Special." This one-night-only, immersive event will take place at the celebrated Three Tanners Bank in North Shields on Saturday, 6th December, marking the public debut of their new, expanded 6-piece lineup.

A young woman has died following a suspected hit-and-run incident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, October 26 on the A167 in Nevilles Cross. The road was closed for most of the early hours of Sunday morning as investigation work was carried out. A man has been arrested and the car has been found.

Producers Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, John Gore and Kenny Wax are delighted to announce the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Written by Robert Mark Kamen, screenwriter of the original 1984 movie that launched a 40-year strong global franchise, with music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL will visit Sunderland Empire from Tuesday 14 - Saturday 18 July 2026.

The producers of THE CHOIR OF MAN, the Olivier award-nominated international smash hit musical that thrills audiences night after night in London’s West End, are delighted to announce the show’s inaugural UK Tour for 2026. Embarking on a major 38-week tour, the production will run at Sunderland Empire from Tuesday 12 – Saturday 16 May 2026.

Talented young musicians from a County Durham primary school are set to get even more chances to practice and play with the installation of their own dedicated band room. West Rainton Primary School set up a steel band two years ago to give pupils the chance to learn a new musical instrument and enjoy making music together.

The PM says an investigation is not "necessary" as the chancellor admits "error" when renting out home.

The PM may have ruled out an investigation but key questions remain about the chancellor's housing rules admission.

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says "many British nationals were there" during the hurrican's devastation.

Safi Dawood is charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder over the Uxbridge incident.

Emergency services were called to Ings Lane in Bentley at about 10:15 GMT, police say.

Former Sunderland manager Michael Beale tells of his pride in a Middlesbrough coach and sets out a key requirement for his next job in the dugout

Eddie Howe says Joe Willock's performance against Tottenham was a reminder of how good the former Arsenal midfielder can be.

Four first team players featured for Sunderland's Under-21s in the Premier League International Cup draw with RSCA Futures at the Stadium of Light

Rob Edwards discusses the form of Sunderland loanee Alan Browne and his Middlesbrough midfield selection dilemma

Eddie Howe has hailed Aaron Ramsdale for the way he has dealt with his lack of football since securing the Newcastle United transfer he was "desperate" for in the summer