Grace Darling is remembered for her bravery after rescuing survivors off the Northumberland coast.

Nine-year-old Flash, who had been overlooked at a rescue centre, now lives in Blaydon.

Trains are not running between Newcastle and York or Leeds due to signalling tests.

Comedian Bob Mortimer shares his love for his hometown and all things Middlesbrough FC.

The colourful banners can be seen around north-east England, but why and what do they represent?

England wing Tom Roebuck grabs a hat-trick as Sale Sharks run in nine tries in a crushing 57-5 win over bottom-of-the-Prem Newcastle Red Bulls.

The annual Screen on the Green attracts visitors to Newcastle to watch free films and sport.

Young Leicester City forward Kian Pennant, 21, moves to National League Gateshead in a one-month loan deal.

Michael Barker's four victims are praised for their bravery in reporting his crimes.

Carl Wild threw a petrol bomb at a man's head and squirted bleach at drinkers, a court hears.

Barry Dawson's son says he made eye contact with the gunman but believes the killing was accidental.

The fire destroys 200 hay bales and damages a sheep feeder, causing a reported £10,000 of damage.

Ciara Watkin's victim says he would not have agreed to sex had he known she was biologically male.

It is hoped the crossing will connect communities and create a new "ritual" for Sunderland AFC fans.

Liberal Democrat councillors say the council is losing money due to the number of student HMOs.

Middlesbrough is told it may incur costs if it pulls out of the project involving several councils.

The piece honouring Holly Newton is a collaboration between her school and a local artist.