Stockton Council says it is in talks with the NHS about having a health hub in the old Debenhams.

The Northern National Restoration Group has until December to find a low-cost or donated depot.

North Tyneside parents say their children's education will be affected by a proposed school merge.

Michael Storey thought he was messaging women online about arranging to abuse girls, a court hears.

Seven people died following multiple failures by Karen Booth who continues to work for the NHS.

Hartlepool councillors unanimously vote to rescind the honour over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.

Preparatory works for the Hartlepool film and TV village will start this month.

Sunderland City Council says patrols are taking place around Silksworth this week.

Durham were relegated from Division One after a shock collapse on the final day, leaving chief executive Tim Bostock 'perplexed'.

Concerns were raised about readiness for a future attack after another authority was targeted.

A coroner says a review of evidence is needed after Sam Cornwell's death in County Durham.

Crown Works Studios needs a new investor after one of its backers unexpectedly pulled out.

North Tyneside Council expects there to be 3,000 fewer school-age children in the borough by 2034.

Sam Fender is among the live performers showcasing North East talent at the Mercury Prize awards.

Sports England say the PlayZone will be a significant improvement to the existing playing field.

Stefan Ciuraru, who was 16 at the time, says he pleasured himself as others had sex with a girl.

Triple up on Arsenal and keep the captain's armband on Erling Haaland in the Fantasy Premier League team of the week, writes Thomas Woods.