Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond says he will not let off-field issues be used as an excuse in the final few weeks of the Premiership season.

The players and staff will make their way though Newcastle to Town Moor for Saturday's celebrations.

Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney scored his first goal for England Under-21s on Monday.

Another woman in her 40s was taken to hospital for treatment following Monday's crash, police say.

Officials say a bigger baggage claim area and departure lounge will help reduce overcrowding.

Pupils still eat meals in a marquee a year since dangerous concrete was found at their school.

Latest transfer gossip from Sunderland.

Shops and businesses in Gateshead join a scheme offering a haven to children who feel in danger.

Carol Malia thinks of her late dad as Newcastle win the Carabao Cup and wants to hear your stories.

Archaeologists say they have found more than 800 items dating back about 2,000 years.

Critics, including resident Steve Morgan, say the deal means less public access to green space.

Some road users say Durham's proposals are "disproportionate", while others want stricter measures.

The 56m (183ft) footbridge is part of the £14.5m revamp to improve access at Eaglescliffe station.

A court hears Karla Dodds was driving six people in a hatchback when the crash killed Truman Hub.

Former England full-back Stuart Pearce says he is now feeling "very good" following a major health scare during a flight from Las Vegas to London.

A Wearside couple team up with the NHS to provide mental health support closer to home.