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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Durham's Colpitts poetry club celebrated in pictures
The Colpitts Poetry group, which brought more than 400 poets to Durham, was formed in a hotel in 1975.
Sunderland murder: Man charged with brother's death
Samuel Campbell was found with life-threatening injuries at the family home in Sunderland.
Veteran Hexham horsewoman honoured by British Horse Society
An 80-year-old woman who travels 600 miles each year on horseback is honoured for her exploits.
Cow Green Reservoir father-and-son campers sought over Blaydon man's disappearance
Police want to speak to a father who pitched a tent with his toddler at Cow Green Reservoir.
Manchester Arena Inquiry: Bomb victims were failed on every level, family says
The Manchester Arena bomber should have been identified as a threat by security, an inquiry finds.
Durham County Council to review £50m headquarters
A change in political leadership is leading a council to review whether or not to move to a new HQ.
East coast mainline rail timetable changes would be 'disaster scenario'
Changes to the rail timetable would hamper the North East economy, council leaders say.
Chloe Ferry and Jodie Marsh rapped by watchdog
Lucy Mecklenburgh and Chloe Ferry were also named by the Advertising Standards Authority for failing to disclose ads.
NHS key workers respite sessions help 'drum away stress'
A charity is helping NHS key workers to let out tension built up during the coronavirus pandemic.
TikTok: How Newcastle woman's Show me the Life Hack went viral
Kelly Hurst says her simple crisp idea has been viewed more than seven million times.
How a Whitburn motorhome fan overcame online trolls
James Riley overcame bullies by creating a successful community for lovers of the vehicles.
Coronavirus: Training dogs to identify the scent of Covid-19
Trials are underway with dogs trained to sniff out the coronavirus. If the trails are successful, dogs could aid efforts to prevent super-spreading in busy areas.
Bright Futures charity a lifeline for South Tyneside mums
The charity supports young women as they face the challenge of being new mothers during lockdown.
Ben Stokes: England all-rounder to return for Durham after broken finger
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is in Durham's T20 Blast squad to face Birmingham Bears, his first outing since breaking a finger.
Kyle Coetzer and Ally Evans: Scotland pair agree short-term Durham loans
Durham have signed Scotland's Kyle Coetzer and Ally Evans for their next two games after a Covid case at the Riverside.
Yorkshire-Durham among Blast washouts
Samit Patel lights up a damp night in the T20 Blast as he rescues Notts against Derbyshire, after Glamorgan beat Middlesex.
T20 Blast: Durham beat Lancashire despite Covid case at club
Durham beat Lancashire by six wickets in North group, and there are also wins for Derbyshire and Gloucestershire.
Durham: Players isolating due to member of staff testing positive for Covid-19
Durham have 11 first-team players available for T20 Blast game with Lancashire after backroom staff member tested positive for Covid-19.
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.
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Colin Pitchfork: Minister may intervene in murderer release
Robert Buckland said he was taking advice and considering the matter "very carefully".
Stoke-on-Trent crash: Girl, 6, killed and father hurt
The girl was walking with her father when the pair were reportedly hit by a car, police said.
Andy Burnham's anger at Manchester-Scotland travel ban
Andy Burnham says he will ask the Scottish government for compensation for affected individuals.
Legoland ride policy change: Brett family returns to park
Legoland has revamped its procedures since Sebby Brett was made to get up from his wheelchair.
Avebury stones: Solstice revellers urged to avoid site
Hundreds of people have arrived at the stones, sparking a police warning.
Oldbury fatal shooting sparks murder inquiry
A man dies in hospital after being found with serious gunshot wounds in the early hours.
Mayfair 'guardian angel' who saved man's life after stroke found
Mathew O'Toole's plea to find the woman who saved him was seen by one of her friends on Saturday.
Woman discovered dead shortly after man found hurt in Nuneaton
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Tomi Solomon drowning: Bradford football shirt number retired
Academy player Tomi Solomon played for Bradford City's under-13s for three years before his death.
Balham shooting: Victim named as Matthias Poleon
Matthias Poleon was leaving his home in south London when he was shot at his doorstep, police say.
Outdoor civil weddings and partnerships get the go ahead
Non-religious weddings in England and Wales have had to take place indoors until now.
Gold coins lost in Black Death confusion found in Reepham
Hardly any of the leopard coins from 1344 have survived, an expert says.
Source: BBC News
