Regis Le Bris says Sunderland received a "strong reminder" of the demands of the Premier League, following his side's 2-0 defeat by Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Newcastle Red Bulls begin life without Steve Diamond with a crushing 38-15 Prem loss at Exeter.

Two people died and three people were injured in the attack at a synagogue on Thursday.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why Sunderland's penalty against Manchester United was overturned after a video assistant referee review.

Darlington Council says it would pose "greater financial risk" to pull out of the waste scheme.

Some believe the hospital trust has gone back on its word to retain more of the Berwick building.

Planners believe the harm to the landscape outweighs the benefits of the plan.

Cancer patients say the new centre will be "essential" for the community around Middlesbrough.

David Ansell says it is a "massive relief" to end the charity challenge after more than two years.

Former Sunderland boss Peter Reid looks back at the 1990s TV documentary series Premier Passions, documenting his side's season.

The Middlesbrough-based Unicorn Centre helps those with disabilities ride and groom the animals.

Sunderland Council defends a £28,500 bill to open the Keel Crossing for one day.

You share your photos as the weather grows colder across north-east England and Cumbria.