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)

John Roberts murder: Police still 'determined' to catch murderer
Northumbria Police makes new appeal for help in the "John The Badge" murder.
Newcastle man in court on terror charge
Fatah Mohammed Abdullah is alleged to have searched online for a pressure cooker to make an explosive.
Northern rail strikes: Passengers brace for disruption
Rail workers working for Northern are to continue their series of strikes in the run-up to Christmas.
Abdulrahman Alcharbati jailed for terrorism Facebook videos
Police say material posted by Abdulrahman Alcharbati "encouraged others to carry out terrorist activity".
Boy born with 2% of brain gives gifts to Newcastle hospital
Six-year old Noah Wall brought the presents to say thank you for his care.
CCTV shows £300,000 Newcastle jewellery shop raid
The gang was armed with hammers and smashed display cases before fleeing with the haul.
Sunderland 'Til I Die: Netflix follows SAFC relegation
The film documents the worst campaign in the Black Cats' history.
People's Kitchen street party helps those in need
The People's Kitchen held their annual Christmas street party.
Newcastle Cat & Dog Shelter appeal aims to keep animals warm
The shelter spends thousands of pounds each year on heating.
Sunderland AFC: A season of pain, passion and torment relived in Netflix show
Selling a season which brought torture, torment and humiliation is a tough ask, but Sunderland's Championship relegation campaign could be box-office viewing.
Christmas traffic: Where to avoid on the roads and rail
Traffic will be busiest on Thursday and Friday before rail engineering and strikes cause cancellations.
European Rugby Champions Cup: Newcastle Falcons 8-21 Edinburgh
Edinburgh move closer to the Champions Cup quarter-finals after victory over Newcastle Falcons at Kingston Park.
Huddersfield Town 0-1 Newcastle United: Salomon Rondon moves Newcastle clear of bottom
Salomon Rondon scores the only goal as Newcastle move six points clear of the bottom three.

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.