Sale Sharks' England contingent play a starring role as they enjoy a bonus-point win at Newcastle Falcons.

The library, which shut in 2023, was due to reopen in summer but it could now be as soon as May.

The group remains in a good mood despite the delay, a teacher at the school says.

A councillor is "exasperated" over the alleged dumping of chemicals in Horton Burn.

As we celebrate Non-League Day this weekend, BBC Sport takes a look at the main contenders vying for a place in the EFL.

Eddie Howe and players will present the Carabao Cup and there will be a screening of the full game.

BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes believes Sunderland left-back Dennis Cirkin's wrist injury has had a lasting effect on his performances.

Ahmed Hirsi got the attention of customs officers due to the large number of bags he had.

Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini on why Chris Rigg being away on international duty, rather than resting, is a positive.

Police say Andy Nzita Iwela and Muketar Ahmed are a "danger to women" after the "horrendous" attack.

Middlesbrough midfielder Finn Azaz scores his first international goal as the Republic of Ireland beat Bulgaria 2-1 in their Nations League play-off.

An outdoor gym and play area are among possible plans for the site which closed as a pool in 2008.

Carriage runs between Whitby and Middlesbrough and offers a safe day out for people with dementia.

Counters at Riding Mill were damaged in October, two months after repair work by the Environment Agency.

Onlookers spot a mysterious hot air balloon travelling across skies and question where it is going.