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Sophie Brownson

Sophie Brownson is a Senior Live Journalist. Sophie joined JPIMedia North East from The South Wales Argus, where she was a Senior News Reporter, in 2015.

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Whitburn Church of England Academy students celebrate their A Level results with loved ones.

Whitburn sixth form students achieve top A Levels despite Covid disruption

Huge crowds enjoyed the menu at Seaham Food Festival.

10 photos of crowds enjoying Seaham Food Festival

Fans in Sunderland watch the England vs Scotland Euro 2020 match.

15 pictures as England fans in Sunderland cheer on the Three Lions

The stunning Grade II-listed Red Cottage on Church Lane in Whitburn is up for sale.

See inside Whitburn's Grade II-listed Red Cottage

People enjoy visiting pubs, cafes and bars with outdoor seating areas in Seaham and Sunderland as lockdown restrictions are eased.

Nine photos from Sunderland and Seaham as people enjoy outdoor reopenings

Chris Reed and Dragons' Den star Jenny Campbell in Sunderland.

The new app which rewards Sunderland shoppers with free parking

The Norah's North Pole family packing the Santa sacks in 2019.

Meet the family behind Norah's North Pole bringing joy to thousands of kids

Jordan Henderson donated boots which were auctioned off to pay for Rubie's wheelchair

Jordan Henderson helps to buy wheelchair for Sunderland six-year-old

PC Peter Baker launched Operation Santa Paws in a bid to support the RSPCA and other animal charities during the festive period.

Meet the kind-hearted PC supporting animals in need this Christmas

There will be no mass testing at University of Sunderland before students break up for Christmas.

No mass testing at University of Sunderland as students break up for Christmas

The burnt out taxi on Woodland Drive, Sunderland. Photo by Richard Hudson.

Investigation launched into suspected arson attack after taxi fire in Sunderland

Just look at her now! Charlotte Smith has come a long way since being born 16 weeks premature.

South Shields parents share story of premature daughter's fight for survival

The charitable youngsters (L-R) Lewis Robertson, Maisie Hadwin, Poppy Dobbyn, Olivia Hawthorne and Jess Grecian.

Meet the Sunderland youngsters bringing happiness to children in hospital

Sam Fender has backed a North East homeless charity fighting council helpline charges for the most vulnerable. (Photo by TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images)

Sam Fender backs charity fighting helpline charges for vulnerable people

Officers will be out on patrol in Houghton following recent reports of anti-social behaviour.

Police ban on gathering in Houghton and Hetton following anti-social behaviour

Police were alerted to 16 separate offences of criminal damage involving obscenities daubed over houses and businesses in Southwick.

Two arrests after offensive graffiti sprayed onto houses and businesses

Charlene Mallin.

Suicide verdict in tragic case of Sunderland mum who struggled with lockdown
The death of much-loved Sunderland mum Charlene Mallin has been ruled as suicide following an inquest.
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Jake Adams, 20, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in September 2019.

Teenager shares story of brave battle with brain tumour during Covid pandemic

Kayleigh Llewellyn with parents Sonia Llewellyn and Shaun Sidney.

School girl who underwent heart transplant thanks donor who saved her life

Ryan Collier has been laid to rest in Sunderland.

Sunderland man who died after holiday tragedy remembered as a 'true gentleman'

Hays Travel owner John Hays sadly died aged 71.

Hays Travel Foundation fundraiser in memory of John Hays tops £22,000

The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has said that fire and rescue services won’t be ready for major threats to the UK without more firefighters.

Calls to invest in fire brigades

Cloud 9 Hair & Beauty owner Debra Ann Adamson.

Hair salon's thanks for support as Lockdown 2 starts

The Virgin Mary tattoo was finished just before midnight when lockdown restrictions came into force.

Tattoo artist’s incredible final artwork before lockdown

The 'Truck & Treat' truck which toured the streets of Sunderland on Halloween.

How Sunderland supported the city's foodbank on Halloween

Cloud 9 Hair & Beauty owner Debra Ann Adamson will be working until midnight before the second national lockdown comes into force.

The Sunderland hairdresser staying open until midnight before Lockdown 2 starts

The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has said that fire and rescue services won’t be ready for major threats to the UK without more firefighters.

Campaign calls for investment in fire brigades

English pubs and restaurants have welcomed the Government's U-turn on businesses selling takeaway alcohol during the second national lockdown. Image by PA.

Takeaway beers allowed in England after Government U-turn on Lockdown 2 rules
Pubs and restaurants in England will now be allowed to sell takeaway alcohol during the second national lockdown following a Government U-turn.
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Elixir Tattoo owner artist Mel Blyth is set to close at midnight when the second national lockdown comes into force.

Tattoo artist will work until midnight before Lockdown 2

Fenwick's window is set to go ahead but some festive entertainment has been cancelled.

Fenwick's cancels Santa experiences during Lockdown 2

North East leaders are set for talks with the Government. Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images.

North East leaders to meet with Government for Tier 3 talks

Talks with the Government on whether the North East should be moved into Tier 3 will continue on Monday.

What we know so far as North East Tier 3 lockdown talks to continue on Monday

Police dog Buzz is looking for a forever home where he can enjoy his retirement.

How you could give stunning police dog Buzz a forever home

Fenwick Newcastle will hold a virtual unveiling of its Christmas window.

How to see Fenwick's window this Christmas

Lisa Mackinder (right) with mum Barbara Browne.

Delivery driver 'unable' to receive Government grant due to system issue

Josh Bewick with his Sunderland 2021 calendar.

Photographer creates 2021 calendar with lockdown pictures

West Park resident Peter White is campaigning for a reduced speed limit on Durham Road.

Concerns over 40mph speed limit on Durham Road following number of accidents

Ryan was injured in a fall from his hotel in Marmaris in Turkey. Credit: Pixabay and handout (inset).

Sunderland man left critically ill after balcony fall on holiday in Turkey

Ryan Collier was injured in fall from his hotel balcony in Marmaris in Turkey. Picture: Pixabay and handout (inset).

Fears medical bill for man who fell from Turkish balcony could top £30k

Mark Foster is getting set to drive a truck decorated for Halloween around the streets of Sunderland and Seaham on October 3

Halloween truck set to delight Sunderland youngsters when it tours city streets

Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Image by PA.

PM: 'Another national lockdown would be psychologically damaging'

Seaham High School in Station Road, Seaham.

Pupil and staff member test positive for coronavirus at Seaham High School

Volunteers have spent weeks putting together the annual Christmas grotto at Parkside Community Centre in the hope it will be able to go ahead.

Calls to support Christmas grotto project

New customer support teams have been formed to target anti-social behaviour and ensure people comply with the face coverings rule on the Metro.

Metro team launched for face mask compliance

The bank rate pay for nuses on some wards will be cut at Sunderland and South Tyneside Hospitals

Pay cut for bank nursing staff in Sunderland and South Tyneside

Emergency services were called to Marine Walk, Roker, following reports of concern for a man.

Man's search for lost keys at beach sparks emergency service response

The County Durham venues that have been ordered to close after breaching coronavirus restrictions. Image by Google Maps.

Rule breaking pubs, bars and restaurants ordered to close

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