Sunderland2 hrs agoThief hit delivery driver with victim's own vanThe victim suffered major brain injuries and said his life had been "taken away", a court hears.2 hrs ago21 hrs agoResidents urge housing plans to be reconsideredThe proposals for land in the Doxford area are to be discussed on Wednesday by a planning committee.21 hrs ago23 hrs agoTake That superfans make trip from AustraliaThe band are due to perform at the Stadium of Light this evening for fans from all over the world.23 hrs ago1 day agoWoman jailed after blinding former friendThe victim says life is "changed forever" after Donna English squirted a corrosive substance at her.1 day ago2 days agoJill Scott begins 388-mile Sport Relief challengeThe former Lioness starts a five-day 388-mile cycle and marathon journey from Wembley to Sunderland.2 days ago2 days agoTeen e-motorbike killer's sentence challengedBilly Stokoe,19, hit Gloria Stephenson, 86, on a zebra crossing in Sunderland, then rode away.2 days ago2 days agoKiller driver jailed for second time for same crashThe family of Keith Jameson, who was struck by a lorry, say he died after 10 years of suffering.2 days ago2 days agoIce cream parlour for 'beloved' care home workerAn ice cream parlour and a street party are being held to remember a care home worker in Sunderland.2 days ago3 days agoBlooms and rainbows greet summer's startBBC Weather Watchers share images of meteorological summer breaking in the North East and Cumbria.3 days ago...
