The council say the scheme would house seven vulnerable adults, supported by an on-site manager.

Allan Grimson was charged with 13 offences including rape and indecent assault between 1994 and 1999

A union claims bus drivers are being "threatened with dismissal" after raising safety concerns.

Northumbria Police are seeking witnesses to a crash caused by two off-road bikes in Sunderland.

A 28-day consultation is under way to change existing laws.

Plans for a micropub fell though and Nexus is still looking for someone to take over the premises.

People are invited to raise concerns or voice opinions at monthly informal meetings in a coffee shop.

The council says vehicles stopping where they should not cause obstruction at the busy junction.

The artwork features riders and horses from the Stepney Bank Stables charity.

Sunderland City Council is calling on businesses to offer apprenticeships to those leaving care.

Newcastle's Percy House is "not up to modern standards", according to the Hanro Group.

The Grade II-listed structure was built in 1869 but its northern aisle was never completed.

The council is funding a beach care officer post to organise efforts such as litter picks.

The council says it wants to stop "inconsiderate parking" on verges and the grass.

New leisure centres could be funded by the planned purchase of Milburngate, a council meeting hears.

Michael Dunn says he does not know where he would be without the service's help.

Cleveland's Police and Crime Commissioner says he is receiving briefings from a senior officer.

Sunday for Sammy features a host of North East stars and its cast is kept secret until the show.

Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris says his side should not be scared of leaders Leeds United, but should rise to the challenge.

The shop's owner tells the council he "wasn't totally sure" who was working there at the time.