The upgrade to the entrance of the Green Mall would include new restaurants and outdoor space.

A family has told BBC Panorama how they were terrified rioters would break into their Middlesbrough home after their front window was smashed in.

Newcastle Great Park residents say changes to the Q3 route will leave many unable to go to work.

Donna Conniff is "remorseful" for her actions but will still spend at least a year in prison.

The multicultural festival, postponed in the wake of riots, will now be staged next month.

Dean Groenewald is jailed for just over two years for his part, after throwing a brick at police.

Gateshead captain Greg Olley undergoes a successful operation on the broken leg he suffered in Saturday's National League game at Woking.

The panel is looking for people who have been affected by abuse to help tailor future support.

A live stream of the demolition will be shared online for people to watch from home.

Maxim Brewery says Sunderland has prematurely ended a deal to provide beer at the Stadium of Light.

Women with learning disabilities can suffer more profound menopause symptoms, experts say.

Sunderland City Council says donations will go to local people without access to a digital device.

Stonemason Kristofer Tebble says he will show it to his sons and say: "Look, this is what your dad did."

Middlesbrough Council is providing support sessions for those affected by rioting in the town.

The robbery in Middlesbrough led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man, police say.

The young songwriter says he is thrilled to work alongside his hero.

Deliberate vehicle fires are on the rise in the North East while falling across England.