Durham and England paceman Matthew Potts takes 3-95 as Essex build a first-innings lead of 124 on a rain-shortened day three.

The boating lake at Newcomen Terrace in Coatham has been blighted by low water levels for years.

Data shows domestic abuse referrals decreased last year but overall referrals are rising.

Thomas Kwan, 54, has been charged with the attempted murder of a man in his 70s.

Sunderland primary schools bring in measures aimed at tackling inconsiderate parking.

Middlesbrough Head of Football Kieran Scott says that it was Rob Edwards' "passion" and "energy" that made him the right pick for their vacant head coach role.

Firefighters says the fire is under control but they will remain at Grange Hill Farm for a few days.

The scheme is the final part of a development project in Durham's Mount Oswald area.

Three decades on, Newcastle Women's Football Club remember making history in the capital.

Police say the woman was pronounced dead in a Redcar street and her family has been informed.

Dean Elgar and Matt Critchley's unbroken fourth-wicket stand of 154 puts Essex in command against Durham on day two.

Newcastle City Council welcomes successful appeals allowing two new pharmacies to open.

Gentoo says it will offer residents other homes following the decision to demolish three buildings.

BBC Radio Tees' Gary Philipson talks to former Boro analyst Phil Hudson about trading life in Teesside for a new adventure in Europe.

Christian Wade is only eight tries short of Prem Rugby's all-time try-scoring record as he signs for Newcastle Red Bulls.

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of arson after Mike Hind's car was set on fire.

Vandals target the site in Sunderland with graffiti while also damaging paving and fencing.