Durham and Wear News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

South Shields woman feared 'losing lips' after botched filler
Emma got the injection in July from a woman advertising on social media.
Sunderland man swimming 100km in 100 days
Leroy Arkley is tackling the North Sea without a wetsuit in aid of a Sunderland charity.
Covid-19: Gateshead families fined for barbecue lockdown breach
The group of 13 people had travelled 20 miles to host the gathering on snow-covered moors.
Covid vaccine: 'Confusing' information on regional supplies
The NHS says it is "not true that vaccine is being diverted from north to south".
Sunderland Nissan plant's pledge to 'secure future' welcomed
Sunderland council chief Graeme Miller says it is "a vote of confidence for Wearside".
Brexit: Nissan commits to keep making cars in Sunderland
The Japanese car maker has told the BBC its Sunderland plant is secure for the long term.
Joanne Milne: 400,000-step challenge for Usher syndrome
Joanne Milne, who has Usher syndrome, is raising awareness of the rare genetic condition.
No increase to Newcastle and London terror convicts' jail terms
Fatah Abdullah incited a German terror cell while Safiyya Shaikh wanted to bomb St Paul's Cathedral.
Supermarket delivery driver rescued from Westgate ford
Police say the van "careered" off the road and the man was rescued from the overturned vehicle.
Ellen Raffell: Family hopes teenager's allergy death helps save others
Sixteen-year-old Ellen Raffell was unaware she was allergic to an ingredient in a snack she ate.
Covid: Newcastle healthcare staff unable to book vaccine
Both doses have to be booked at once, but there are not enough second dose appointments.
Sunderland Christmas Eve attack victim dies in hospital
Harry Conlon, 77, died on 18 January having been found with head injuries at his home in December.
Did we see a Christmas coronavirus spike?
Christmas gatherings were cut back but was there still an impact on Covid cases?
Coronavirus: What powers do police have if people break Covid rules?
Coronavirus lockdown rules are changing across the UK, but who is responsible for enforcing them?
Covid: Are lockdown rules changing? Public Health England answers your questions
Public Health England answer questions about vaccinations, shop workers and lockdown.
Covid: What are the UK's lockdown rules and when will they end?
People across the country are being urged to "double down" and stick to the lockdown rules.
Covid: What is the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine?
A second coronavirus vaccine - from Oxford University/AstraZeneca - has been approved.
County Durham ice skater trains in rollerskates
Caitlin Atkinson trains in her rollerskates as ice rinks are closed due to Covid-19.
Blaydon Races: US carers play Geordie song for Newcastle patient
Watch Newcastle-born Dorothy, who has dementia, hear Blaydon Races for the first time in decades.
Covid-19 North East: 300 days since first lockdown
BBC reporter Zena Francis looks at what has happened in the north east of England since the start of the pandemic.
Inside Newcastle's Covid mass vaccination centre
Seven mass vaccination centres have opened across England to help deliver the Coronavirus vaccine.
Northumberland man back at home after Covid-19
Gordon Fisher was in the critical care unit at Cramlington Hospital with Covid-19 but is home now.
Aston Villa v Newcastle United
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Aston Villa and Newcastle United.
George Dobson: Sunderland loan midfielder to AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon sign George Dobson on loan from fellow League One side Sunderland for the rest of the season.
National League North & South campaigns suspended
National League North and National League South are suspended for two weeks amid discontent over funding.
Continental Tyres League Cup: West Ham United 3-0 Durham
West Ham United cruise into the semi-finals of the Continental Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Durham.
Magic Weekend: Super League speaks to Newcastle United about date change
Super League asks Newcastle United about the option of moving May's Magic Weekend event at St James' Park to a later date.

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.