Durham and Wear News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Coronavirus: Postal worker dons fancy dress to 'lift spirits'
Jon Matson has dressed as Little Bo Beep and a Greek soldier for his deliveries in South Tyneside.
Coronavirus: Dogs to be trained to detect virus
Researchers first need to find out how to safely catch the odour of the virus from patients.
Coronavirus: Six months before UK 'returns to normal' - deputy chief medical officer
The UK faces reviews of measures every three weeks for six months or more, says deputy chief medical officer.
?My dream home hangs in the balance?
Government advice to "postpone a move if at all possible" amid the coronavirus outbreak has left many plans in flux.
South Shields FC anger at season end announcement
Non-league clubs claim they first discovered their seasons would end immediately through social media.
Coronavirus: North East firms make ventilator parts and sanitiser
Swapping production to ventilator components helps firm losing work because of coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Testing rolled out for frontline NHS staff
It comes as the number of people who have died with the virus in the UK rose by 260 to 1,019 on Saturday.
Coronavirus: Sports Direct boss 'deeply' sorry for virus blunders
Mike Ashley admits it was a mistake to lobby the government to keep his shops open.
Perrie Edwards on pop and panic attacks
The singer says Little Mix are going back to "pure pop" after splitting with Simon Cowell.
Coronavirus: Bob Moncur phoning isolated older Newcastle fans
The former captain and club staff will ring about 1,900 vulnerable season ticket holders.
Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?
The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?
Coronavirus: What are social distancing and self-isolation?
Everybody should be avoiding non-essential contact, and you should stay at home wherever possible.
Coronavirus: What it does to the body
What is it like to have the coronavirus, how will it affect you and how is it treated?
Coronavirus in UK: How many confirmed cases are there in your area?
Key graphics explaining how coronavirus has spread in the UK and the government's response.
Coronavirus: How long can I exercise for each day? And other questions
Can I travel somewhere to exercise, are loss of taste and smell symptoms, and other questions answered.
Coronavirus: County Durham teachers create video for pupils
Staff at a County Durham school create a video to let their pupils know they are thinking of them.
Coronavirus: Durham mothers stay fit at home during outbreak
With group meetings scrapped due to the outbreak, they can now take part at home.
Clap for our Carers: National applause for coronavirus health workers
As the UK remains in lockdown, residents show their gratitude for those treating the virus.
Coronavirus: Patient urges people to be careful
Michele Robson is urging people to be careful as she is treated for coronavirus in Durham.
Escape from coronavirus with the sounds of Kielder Forest
North East sound recordist Chris Watson captures the sounds of birdsong in Northumberland's Kielder Forest.

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.