Sunderland City Council wants to build a new visitor centre and cafe.

The facility is to replace the old West Denton pool, but its opening has faced repeated setbacks.

Lancashire struggle to 177-8 on a rain-affected opening day against Durham in the County Championship, but Matty Hurst makes 74 not out.

The council wants to boost the supply of affordable properties for rent and sale.

The runner died in hospital on Sunday after falling ill during the half marathon, organisers say.

Paramedics say five people were treated at the scene of the blaze, which broke out this morning.

Joanne Tulip's mother has condemned the decision, calling Steven Ling a "very dangerous man".

Ofsted says the council's new leadership team is working to "radically improve" child services.

Rowan Hague targeted 15 people and stole bikes, phones and jewellery, a court hears.

Christopher Spurs left his victim with a collapsed lung and asthma, a court hears.

A family say they live in fear of being targeted again, after shoes were stolen from their porch.

Meet Nana Dillon - an 86-year-old from Middlesbrough who is proving "age is just a number".

As part of a trial, food waste will be recycled to generate renewable energy and make fertiliser.

Police believe the same man raped the women and are reviewing CCTV footage from the area.

Chewing gum cleaning teams are to work on the streets of Durham during evenings across September.

About 60,000 runners signed up for the 43rd event, with began under a flurry of rain showers.

Council chiefs say they are trying to use more enforcement powers to target the worst problem homes.

The site has been vacant since Parkway School in Newcastle was torn down in 2004.