Durham and Wear News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Jessica Breeze 'stabbed father after years of abuse'
Jessica Breeze did not intend to kill her father and cannot remember doing so, a court hears.
Tyne and Wear Metro: Swiss firm Stadler to build new fleet
The new trains in 42-strong fleet will have digital features such as wifi and charging points.
Bluebird restoration halted amid legal dispute
Disagreements continue over the hydroplane's ownership and how it should be displayed.
Beeching rail cuts: Fund to help restore lines goes ahead amid criticism
The transport secretary unveils the first two railway lines to receive funding to restore rural services.
South Shields crash: Driver killed when car hit house named
Barry Armstrong, 25, died when an Audi crashed into a house in South Shields on Friday.
Newcastle United talks on Saudi Arabia takeover at 'advanced' stage
Talks over a £340m takeover of Newcastle by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund are "advanced", BBC Sport understands.
WW2 plane found submerged in Netherlands lake
Sgt Charles Armstrong Bell, of County Durham, was among the airmen declared missing in action.
Two more councils back Newcastle clean air toll plan
Councillors endorse plans to impose a clean air toll in Newcastle city centre.
Ear cropping warning after celebrity dog breeder found guilty
The breeder from Warwickshire admitted mutilating the ears of puppies to make them look "tougher".
WW2 Newcastle evacuees sought for VE Day anniversary
The girls were moved from Church High School in Newcastle to the Alnwick Castle in Northumberland.
Ben Stokes: England all-rounder fined for altercation with fan
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is fined 15% of his match fee for an altercation with a spectator during the fourth Test in South Africa.
Would Greta Thunberg's generation play with these toys?
More sustainable toys are coming on the market designed to appeal to planet-conscious consumers.
World War Two veteran Anne Robson dies aged 108
Tributes are paid to the "fiercely independent" Anne Robson who was described as "very inspiring".
Brenda Blethyn's Vera: More than a scruffy mac and hat
The star of the popular detective series on how she has learned to love her dogged, scruffy sleuth.
BBC boss details more job moves out of London
There will be more staff in Newcastle, Bristol and Salford, director general Tony Hall explains.
Wolf moon: Full moon and lunar eclipse delight skywatchers
The first full moon of 2020 coincides with a penumbral lunar eclipse, caused by the Earth's shadow.
Film shows South Shields life over decades
The film shows footage shot in the North East town from the 1920s to the 1990s.
Councillor urges Newcastle to target domestic abuse after suffering
Newcastle councillor Jacqui Robinson says she is still affected by the violence she endured 24 years ago.
Seven Stories creates dog-friendly reading sessions
Pooches of all shapes and sizes settled in for book readings with their owners.
Newcastle children talk mental health thanks to puppets
The show is touring schools and is being used to spot early signs of issues.
Student rape reports: The battle to be believed
Women who report violent sexual assaults at university say the perpetrators are getting away with it.
Josh Scowen: Sunderland sign QPR midfielder for an undisclosed fee
Sunderland sign midfielder Josh Scowen from Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee.
WBBL Cup final: Sevenoaks Suns 76-64 Durham Palatinates
Sevenoaks Suns win the WBBL Cup for the first time with a 74-64 victory over Durham Palatinates in the final at Arena Birmingham.
Newcastle United 0-0 Oxford United: League One side earn FA Cup replay
Steve Bruce is hugely critical of his Newcastle side's "ridiculous" mistakes as they are held at home by League One Oxford in the FA Cup fourth round.
Sunderland 0-0 Doncaster Rovers: Black Cats held to stalemate
Sunderland miss the chance to move three points off League One's automatic promotion places after drawing with Doncaster Rovers.
Ben Stokes apologises after altercation during fourth Test
England's Ben Stokes apologises after a verbal exchange with someone off the field during the fourth Test against South Africa.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Pardew ready for Metalist threat
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says there will be no surprises from Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League tie.
Kibirige signs Falcons pro deal
Newcastle Falcons winger Zach Kibirige signs a first professional contract at Kingston Park.
RFU trials ref-cam this weekend
The RFU will trial a "ref-cam" during the televised Championship game between Newcastle and London Scottish on Sunday.
Southampton game key - Larsson
Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson thinks Saturday's match with Southampton is important to their survival chances.
Newcastle 1-3 Man City
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Javi Garcia and Yaya Toure earn Manchester City a deserved 3-1 win at Newcastle.
Man Utd 3-1 Sunderland
Manchester United restore their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Sunderland.
O'Neill targets January signings
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says he must strengthen his squad in the January transfer window as they look to avoid relegation.
O'Neill doubters wrong - Ferguson
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says it is "absolutely ridiculous" for anyone to question Martin O'Neill.
Pardew - one win could revive us
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says beating Manchester City on Saturday could revive his team's stuttering Premier League campaign.
Harker to exit Durham post in May
David Harker is to stand down as Durham County Cricket Club chief executive in May 2013 after 20 years in the post.
Smith undaunted by Gateshead task
Anth Smith says he is not daunted by the pressure of taking charge at Blue Square Bet Premier side Gateshead.