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WATCH: Fabio Borini double secures pre-Tyne Wear derby friendly win for Sunderland16:50
Contact centre firm unveils 700 jobs plan for Sunderland18:37
Tributes to the former council leader who brought first-class cricket to Durham18:37
Sunderland fans hope Big Sam can trump new Newcastle boss Benitez at derby17:19
Great British Menu chef describes food in Sunderland as 'horrific'13:20
Sunderland named among Britain's most '˜foodie' cities16:14
Jury out on men accused of Tipu Sultan shooting15:22
Migration fears 'not racist', says Archbishop of Canterbury15:27
Appeal for help to find missing man last seen in Sunderland14:24
GARDENING: 15 jobs you can tackle this weekend14:17
RECAP: Chris Young answers your questions on McClaren, Byrne, transfers and Tyne-Wear derby14:12
Parents urged to be aware of risks to unattended children13:49
Why Newcastle v Sunderland will have added edge after Rafa Benitez named new Toon boss13:41
Crumbs! Jammie Dodgers recipe change causes outrage13:33
Reunion for Sunderland pupils set to be class act13:20
Coffee survey reveals top shop for caffeine hit10:48
'˜I won't let him ruin my life' '“ schoolgirl rape victim's bravery after Park Lane attack12:40
Road safety campaigners slam Geordie Shore star over drink-driving ban11:40
Mike Ashley hits back over Sports Direct allegations in letter to MP11:26
WATCH: Police release CCTV footage showing shocking effects of legal highs11:24
Tyne-Wear derby: Benitez boasts almost perfect record against Sunderland '“ nine wins out of 1009:55
WATCH: Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby's dreams of US TV career in tatters after three-year ban for second drink-driving offence11:01
Cheeky train company offers Steve McClaren a ride out of Newcastle10:58
Five defeats that cost Steve McClaren his Newcastle job10:48
England v Australia: Ticket details announced for friendly at Sunderland's Stadium of Light06:22
Drunken rapist jailed for six years for attacking woman who spurned his advances09:41
Woman banned from Jet2.com airline for life after alleged abusive antics forced New Year flight to be diverted10:45
Newcastle to have new manager for derby as Steve McClaren sacking confirmed10:25
City's music festival will be streets ahead10:22
Speed limit slashed on A690 '“ family of road death victim Dolores Hubbert say it is her '˜lasting legacy'10:08
Northumbria Police continue operation to tackle burglars in region10:02
Tributes paid to former Durham Council leader Don Robson09:52
Sunderland AFC news: Sam's 'super subs' a key weapon, Cats winger linked with move, Aston Villa target Bruce09:34
Sam Allardyce on why Sunderland's super subs will be key to survival bid08:59
Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart to star in North East show08:31
St Joseph's boys are up for the cup08:55
Chris Young: Tyne-Wear derby could be of secondary importance to Norwich showdowns05:00
Jury told details of alleged drugs run at trial of eight people accused of cocaine conspiracy06:00
Newcastle hope to get their man at last '“ as Benitez looks set for hot seat17:30
Over-40s League: Finn fires Ivy Legends into cup semi-finals16:30
Durham Alliance Combination League: Cessford the hero as Hall Farm sink leaders08:30
Wearside League: West End boss Nelson wary of Ashbrooke Belford House cup threat12:30
Asian thrill for Eppleton youngsters10:30
Northern League: Boss Hutchinson gets Mechanics fired up for RCA revenge mission09:30
Northern League: Francis, Weirs face checks for Ryhope's Alnwick clash10:00
FA Vase: Only way is Essex for Morpeth05:00
New cafe is latest offering in burgeoning Sunderland leisure quarter11:00
Tyne-Wear derby: Six ways Sunderland can extend their winning run over Newcastle08:00
Row over '˜jarring' rail barrier at coastline spot08:00
Tributes to decorated war veteran, 93, who made headlines over missing medals05:00
Take That and party: Help get Gary Barlow to superfan's 18th birthday05:00
Electric shock therapy death: Sunderland coroner writes to Health Secretary in bid to prevent further fatalities10:45
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