The Premier League reveals its festive fixture schedule - full list of matches, kick-off times and broadcasters.

Venue boss Allison Mckay says the fundraising is "heartwarming" but fears for the future of music.

Teenager Harrison Jones, who has made one first-team appearance, signs a new Sunderland contract until 2026.

Bear the kitten almost died after swallowing netting from a roast beef, a charity warns.

Five talking points from this weekend's Premiership action, featuring thrilling counter-attacks, a rare shut-out and a potential England comeback.

Many authorities are providing funds to pensioners who do not qualify for the winter fuel payment.

Closure-threatened Easington Colliery Methodist Church is now said to be a "thriving" community hub.

Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick highlights his side's resolve in coming back three times to draw against Plymouth in the Championship.

A punk Christmas hit and mushrooms growing on prison walls - just some of this week's stories.

The first bleed kit, which contains tourniquets and gels, has been installed in Sunderland.

Northumbria Police officers are deployed to Gateshead's town centre for the next 11 weeks.

Leaders from the combined authority's five member councils agree a draft budget for 2025-26.

Bath continue their excellent start to the season with a hard-fought victory at Newcastle Falcons to stay top of the Premiership.

The Newcastle manager heaps praise on striker Alexander Isak after his first Premier League hat-trick in the 4-0 win over Ipswich.