Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend's new advisory role with Red Bull is an unwelcome distraction heading into a crucial period for the national team, according to former Scotland Sevens captain Colin Gregor.

Mr Hobbs scours charity shops and markets for wheelchairs and walking sticks the NHS does not want.

Durham County Council will trial enforcement measures in Bishop Auckland and Stanley.

A joint approach is agreed by various agencies after problems arose at Druridge Bay in the summer.

People in the Neville's Cross area of Durham say the A167 should have a 30mph restriction.

Former England scrum-half Danny Care tells the Rugby Union Weekly podcast that Steve Diamond's exit will create uncertainty at Newcastle Red Bulls.

More than £7,000 is raised to fund a potential legal challenge against a council's plan.

The three-month-old boy remains in a critical condition, Cleveland Police says.

Jack Lawson will spend at least 18 years in detention after stabbing Craig Yorke three times.

Connor Pani will miss the rest of the season for Gateshead after suffering a ruptured Achilles tendon injury.

Gateshead's Queen Elizabeth Hospital is providing community care to patients after closing ward 23.