Sunderland and Wear News

Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Sunderland and Wear. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Ed Farmer inquest: Student died after 'initiation-style' event
Ed Farmer had been drinking and died in hospital after being found unconscious, an inquest hears.
Matthew Hedges: Release UAE 'spy' accused, academics demand
PhD student Matthew Hedges is being held in solitary confinement in Dubai.
Northern Rock: US firm 'misled' UK government on mortgages
BBC's Panorama says a US private equity firm failed to provide better mortgage deals for customers.
Sunderland waste plant fire cost council £176,000
The blaze broke out at the abandoned plant in May and took three weeks to extinguish fully.
Pearson Teaching Awards reveals 2018 winners
A drama lecturer and sign language teacher are among 13 gold winners at the annual awards.
Dismantling starts on final Gateshead gas holder
The landmark local structures were targeted by the IRA in 1993.
Birtley murder inquiry: Woman charged over death
Atakan Atay was found with injuries police described as "consistent with a stabbing" .
Michelle Heaton: Menopause is 'more than a hot flush?
Michelle Heaton went through early menopause aged 38 after a hysterectomy.
Active Steps boxing class helps on road to recovery
Donald Wheatley had been in and out of prison 18 times before a boxing club helped change his life.
Defoe gets tattoo for Bradley Lowery
Bournemouth striker Jermain Defoe gets a tattoo in memory of his friend Bradley Lowery, the Sunderland fan who died aged six after a long illness.
Breadboards and dog collars: England's unusual museums
As a sci-fi museum opens in a man's cellar, the BBC takes a tour of some of England's most unusual attractions.
The paedophile hunter turned prey
A mother-of-four describes the torment she suffered at the hands of online trolls.
Sunderland should run away with League One says Doncaster boss
Doncaster boss Grant McCann says Sunderland should be running away with League One because of their budget.
Draw made for first round of FA Cup
National League South side Hampton & Richmond Borough have the chance of pulling off an FA Cup shock after they draw League Two club Oldham Athletic the first round.
European Rugby Champions Cup: Newcastle Falcons 23-20 Montpellier
Callum Chick's try in the eighth minute of stoppage time sees Newcastle beat Montpellier in a dramatic finale at Kingston Park.

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.