Rioter who brought violence to Sunderland and Hartlepool protests jailed for six years
Ashley Wilkinson admitted violent disorder in Hartlepool and rioting in Sunderland three days later and has been jailed for six years
Sunderland
Newcastle travel live updates: Rail services ‘at a standstill’ due to police incident at Durham
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Map shows hundreds of North East hubs for people in need as campaign launched
There are more than 5,000 Warm Welcome Spaces across the UK offering a warm, welcoming and safe environment for people who are struggling with loneliness or heating their homes
North East sex offender numbers as interactive map shows how many are in your area
The overall North East number has gone down, although the wider national figures have increased
Newcastle travel live updates: One lane of A1 Western Bypass closed due to broken down vehicle
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Joseph a slick and scintillating smash as reimagined show gives Sunderland glorious Technicolor
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is at the Sunderland Empire this week with a cast including Joe McElderry
Newcastle travel live updates: Delays on Metro after ‘track circuit fault’ at South Gosforth
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Sunderland’s Sheepfold Stables announce launch of first comedy night
There is a list of renowned comedians on the bill for the ticket-only event on Sunday, February 16
Four North East pubs holding darts competitions to try and find the next Luke Littler
Pubs in Darlington, Shildon and North Shields are holding heats until early February. Players could advance to the National Final in Manchester on Sunday, March 2
Sunderland thug subjected partner to ‘terrifying’ attack after accusing her of cheating
Liam Dugdale, of Sunderland, left his partner injured in the frightening assault after a night out
