- 'The very best of Sunderland' - Businessman and nun honoured with the Freedom of the city
Sister Mary Scholastica and Paul Callaghan were given the award during a ceremony at Sunderland City Hall
- 'Forever missed' - Devastated family pay tribute to man, 55, who died after suspected assault in Shildon
Jeff Blair was rushed to hospital after sustaining serious injuries but died a short time later
- North Tyneside Council prepares for new powers under Renters' Rights Act
As the first phase of new regulations on rented property emerge, North Tyneside Council prepares to enforce new powers
- More than £50m in funding to be approved for transport including major Metro station upgrade
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness is set to approve £53.6m in new transport funding
- Former North East academy footballer jailed for falsely imprisoning partner in terrifying attack
Allan Bloomfield left the woman in fear for her life during the attack after warning he would kill her
- Lotto winning numbers LIVE: Lottery results in full for Wednesday, March 11
The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
- Appeal for 100th birthday cards to celebrate Hebburn woman who 'always lifts everyone’s spirits'
Irene Wilson turns 100 on March 16 and staff at her care home want to make her milestone birthday "extra special"
- Newcastle United and Tino Livramento’s transfer 'stance' as Arsenal 'asking price' emerges
Arsenal are reportedly considering a summer bid for Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento
- Tributes to well known former university lecturer among Chronicle funeral notices
A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
- Newcastle United already know secret to Nou Camp success - but cannot afford repeat mistake
Eddie Howe's side can take plenty of confidence into next week's Champions League second leg in Barcelona
