Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says he's "a little bit frustrated" with his side, stating they "weren't at their clinical best in front of goal" after a 1-1 draw at Brighton.

Reform UK pledges to end diversity roles after taking control of Durham County Council.

Stories from Teesside include attempts to incubate eggs after the death of the mother duck.

Wearside news includes the return of the new Metros to service and a campaign to save a GP surgery.

Dancer Geoff Hopson performs in Show White at Darlington Hippodrome where his career began.

Work on the 131-year-old Causeway Bridge over the River Wear is to begin on Tuesday.

Michael Carrick says he wants to - and expects - to remain Middlesbrough head coach next season.

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick is 'gutted' as defeat at Coventry City ends their play-off hopes.

Researchers at Newcastle University were "instrumental" in developing the technology, UNDO says.

A donkey yoga session is held in Hutton Henry as a form of animal therapy for humans.

Regis Le Bris believes the Championship play-offs are "another chapter" for Sunderland following their loss to Queens Park Rangers.

The stabbing happened in the Brambles Farm area of Middlesbrough in the early hours, police believe.

Police receive complaints about noise, fighting, verbal abuse and violence at the house.

Stockton Council says a revamp of Yarm High Street will include new spaces and seating areas.

Fines of £100 are given out in a city centre for anti-social behaviour, including begging.

The council submits plans to bulldoze the old Tyne Brand canning factory in North Shields.

Melvyn and Brian Mole say the skills they developed as children helped them on their journey.