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Clubland Halloween Sunderland

Clubland returns to Elysium Nightclub Sunderland for their annual sell out show!

Trance Unleashed Evo 21 Mad Friday

Trance Unleashed final event of 2026 end with a bang in Sunderland with the main man of tech trance Paul Denton playing a 2hr set. Plus guest/Resident

TNM vs Hysteria Boxing Day 2026

Following the huge success of our Boxing Day event, The New Monkey vs Hysteria lands at Elysium NightClub, Sunderland for another unforgettable night

EshChronicle Live (Newcastle)20h ago

Gateshead police incident LIVE: Updates after air ambulance called to Leam Lane and police cordon in place

Emergency services are currently in attendance on the Wealcroft Estate on Leam Lane, Gateshead

SunderlandSunderland Echo21h ago

Phil Smith: Brighton defeats underlines Sunderland's key priority but Leiria trip is moment to relish

Sunderland are back in action on Thursday night when they face S.C.U. Torreense

PeterleeSunderland Echo21h ago

Party girl Betty celebrates her 100th birthday in style with a card from the king

There was a special birthday bash at a Peterlee care home as one of its residents marked her 100th birthday.

SunderlandSunderland Echo22h ago

The night when Sunderland had to train in the dark just hours before their vital first-ever European cup match

“We will just keep them chewing on the bit until the right time comes” - Bob Stokoe

SunderlandSunderland Echo22h ago

A&E figures show encouraging results for Sunderland and South Tyneside

‘We have put great efforts into reducing the amount of time people wait to be seen and we are now seeing the benefits of that’

County Durham dad defies doctors' odds three years after terminal cancer diagnosis

A Sedgefield dad with terminal cancer has defied the odds to celebrate his birthday three years after doctors expected him to die.

Bishop Auckland pub named after Grand National winner goes on market for £250,000

A County Durham pub which recently closed and saw its landlords step down after just a year is now on the market for £250,000.

Tragedy as retired County Durham couple die in campervan blaze on holiday in France

A County Durham couple died after a fire broke out in their campervan while they were on holiday in France, an inquest heard.

Tree surgeon in court after reversing into electrical box outside Durham station

A tree surgeon clipped a pillar while turning his car around outside Durham Railway Station, a court heard.

County Durham biker who died in race crash 'had seconds to avoid bike left on track'

A County Durham motorcyclist who "lived and breathed racing" and was described as a "gentleman racer" on the bike circuit had seconds to avoid a fatal crash.

SedgefieldThe Northern Echo22h ago

County Durham dad defies doctors' odds three years after terminal cancer diagnosis

A Sedgefield dad with terminal cancer has defied the odds to celebrate his birthday three years after doctors expected him to die.

Chester-le-StreetThe Northern Echo22h ago

Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at castle ceremony

Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at Durham Castle for aviation history, young people, cancer support and Chester-le-Street community.

Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at castle ceremony

Four County Durham volunteers receive British Empire Medals at Durham Castle for aviation history, young people, cancer support and Chester-le-Street community.

EshThe Northern Echo22h ago

North East footpath to close for six months during sewer works - public notice

Gladeley Way footpath in Sunniside, Gateshead, is temporarily closed from October 12 for sewer works, with a signed diversion until January 31, 2027.

HexhamHexham Courant22h ago

Hexham independent business Hanji expands after outgrowing first shop

A Hexham independent business has moved into larger premises after outgrowing its first shop less than two years after opening.

PrudhoeHexham Courant22h ago

Prudhoe man sentenced for weapon and cannabis offences

A man has been sentenced for possessing a weapon and drugs.

SunderlandThe Northern Echo22h ago

Have your say on future of North East city's public behaviour rules

Sunderland residents are invited to comment on renewing the Public Spaces Protection Order tackling anti-social behaviour and environmental offences by November 15, 2026.

EshChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Gateshead Council workers denied access for home repairs over 2,000 times costing £90,000

Council workers have not been able to gain access to homes for repairs, including emergency ones, thousands of times.

BykerChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

'Everything went right' to save life of Northumberland dad who had cardiac arrest at Byker Asda

Roger Crosby had a cardiac arrest at Byker Asda in May

BlythChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Elderly Blyth shop worker threatened with scissors for £5 bottle of cider by 'confused' robber

John Storey left the victim scared after stealing the £5.09 bottle of cider when his efforts to pay for it failed

BurnhopeChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Inside Burnhopeside Hall - how a 300-year-old Georgian estate became a luxury retreat

The County Durham estate has had three generations of custodians and its current owners have grand plans for its latest chapter

DurhamChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Inside Burnhopeside Hall - how a 300-year-old Georgian estate became a luxury retreat

The County Durham estate has had three generations of custodians and its current owners have grand plans for its latest chapter

RedcarTeesside Gazette1d ago

Celebrations at 'welcoming' Redcar nursery where youngsters make 'superb progress'

Ofsted inspectors praised 'warm and welcoming environment' at site which opened just one year ago

DurhamChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Attacker told victim 'you've got two holes in you, better get to hospital' after knifing him twice

Laura Thompson was handed a suspended sentence for attack outside County Durham home

SedgefieldTeesside Gazette1d ago

Sedgefield dad who died after car collided with barrier on A1 is named

Keith Royal, 41, was pronounced dead at the scene after the car he was driving left the carriageway, collided with a roadside barrier and overturned on the A1

SunderlandChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Passer-by saved North East woman held captive by recording her screams and alerting police

Peter Robinson, of Sunderland, falsely imprisoned and assaulted his new girlfriend and she thought she was going to die

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DurhamChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Woman in her 20s taken to Newcastle RVI after 'police led incident' which closed the A1 for hours

Police were called to the scene in County Durham at around 5.30am on Sunday

DurhamThe Northern Echo1d ago

Alleged Durham rapist brands accuser a 'fantasist' as he '100 per cent' denies charge

Durham man Michael Boslem denies raping a man held at a Ushaw Moor house, while admitting stabbing and theft.

ThornabyTeesside Gazette1d ago

Police orders to disrupt violence and anti-social behaviour after targeted incidents in Thornaby

The orders follow a number of targeted incidents including two vehicles being driven into houses and the serious assault of two men who were attacked with a large knife

MorpethNorthumberland Gazette1d ago

Morpeth Harriers continue Start Fitness Harrier League campaign

Morpeth Harriers took part in the Start Fitness Harrier League over the weekend

SunderlandSunderland Echo1d ago

How Sunderland can profit twice from every Europa League win as hidden UEFA benefit explained

Sunderland’s European results can have a longer-term benefit beyond the immediate UEFA prize money on offer.

RedcarTeesside Gazette1d ago

'Inconvenient' claim over online booking system in operation at household waste tip

Councillors also exchanged views over Redcar and Cleveland's continued fly-tipping problem

BykerChronicle Live (Newcastle)1d ago

Sayers family cleared of Byker violent disorder after organised crime group feud

Stephen Sayers, his two sons and three other men have been cleared of any wrongdoing after their defence teams argued they were acting in self-defence

GuisboroughTeesside Gazette1d ago

A luxury stay at new Guisborough spa with shepherd huts, hot tubs and adorable animals on site

Gisborough Hall's new Sakura Spa in North Yorkshire offers a full luxury escape complete with wellness treatments, woodland walks, on-site llamas and cranes, and stunning shepherd huts with hot tubs a

BlythNorthumberland Gazette1d ago

Anger over Government's decision not to fund £55 million Blyth relief road

Politicians from all sides have reacted with fury to the news that the Government will not fund the long-awaited Blyth Relief Road.

EshChronicle Live (Newcastle)2d ago

'I had no idea it could end like that' - Alice Ruggles' mum reveals guilt at not spotting stalking danger 10 years on from murder

Sue Hills has devoted her life to educating others about the dangers of stalking after daughter was killed by obsessive ex in Gateshead

HexhamChronicle Live (Newcastle)2d ago

Young driver seriously injured pal after his car caught fire following Hexham crash

Jordan Reynolds had illegally low tyre treads when he smashed into a tree in Hexham

RedcarTeesside Gazette2d ago

Rugby club floodlights and new ATM among Redcar and Cleveland planning bids

The applications have recently been received by Redcar and Cleveland Council, but not yet determined

BykerChronicle Live (Newcastle)2d ago

All the key points from the Sayers' violent disorder trial as jury prepares to return verdict

Three members of the Sayers family and three other men deny violent disorder and claim they were acting in self-defence during the incident in Byker

RedcarThe Northern Echo2d ago

'Drunken' man drove off in ex-partner’s car after hurling abuse at her in row

Redcar man Paul Parsons drove off in his ex-partner’s car after a childcare row and admitted common assault at Teesside Crown Court on August 8.

WashingtonSunderland Echo2d ago

Washington actor set to star in Lego's first musical film on Netflix

She’s made the big movie within a year of graduating.

Council

Redcar and Cleveland mayor sleeps on street for veterans charity

Redcar and Cleveland mayor sleeps on street for veterans charity BBC

RedcarBBC2d ago

BillinghamThe Northern Echo2d ago

Billingham road to close for two weeks as works begin - public notice

Cowpen Bewley Road in Billingham will close from October 19 to November 2 for roadworks, affecting all traffic. A signed diversion will be in place.

HexhamHexham Courant2d ago

Hexham children invited to write words for Christmas theatre production

A young writer could see their words performed on stage as part of a Christmas theatre production.

HexhamHexham Courant2d ago

Hexham residents stage A69 protest over controversial new oil field

Drivers on the A69 saw banners calling for an end to new fossil fuel development.

StanleyThe Northern Echo2d ago

County Durham driver banned again after being caught behind wheel

County Durham driver Joseph Glynn receives 200 hours’ unpaid work and a 16-month ban after driving while disqualified and uninsured in Stanley on August 31.

The 'forgotten' Battle of Gateshead Fell - William the Conqueror’s brutal victory on Tyneside

20th-century housing estates dominate today - but in 1068, a Norman army crushed its enemies

'It's absolutely heartbreaking'- Devastated Gateshead shopkeeper closes store after terrifying robbery

Jaafar Jaafar says he can no longer run his business after repeatedly being targeted by thieves

GuisboroughTeesside Gazette3d ago

Founder of education trust and former headteacher set to retire after 50-year career

Andy Brown, who taught in schools in Middlesbrough, Marske, Guisborough and Hartlepool, founded the Ad Astra Academy Trust in 2015

Police searching for missing woman who was last seen in South Tyneside

Shannon, who is 56-years-old and from North Shields, was last seen in the Cheshire Grove area of South Shields

Family of brave Gateshead 10-year-old fundraising for new parrot after battles with grief and injury

Carlton Wears has had to deal with 'more heartbreak and trauma than any child should', and his loved ones want to 'bring the smile back to his face'

MorpethChronicle Live (Newcastle)3d ago

Man taken to hospital after injury at Morpeth Thai restaurant

A man is understood to have been injured in Morpeth town centre on Friday night

StaintonTeesside Gazette3d ago

Patient taken to hospital after van crash at Hemlington junction

A dark grey van appears to have hit a tree in the incident at the junction of Aviemore Road and Stainton Way just before lunchtime on Saturday, October 10

HexhamHexham Courant3d ago

'Uncertain' future for Hexham Army Cadets after losing home of more than 50 years

A long-standing cadet group in Northumberland has lost its home after more than 50 years.