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White gates and greenery in front of a rail line

Watchdog flags crossing risk after Metro crash

On 18 April a person was hit by a train at a level crossing in Sunderland, a watchdog says.

Aerial view of the monument. It is on top of a hill and is made up of 18 large stone columns in a rectangle supporting an ornate triangular roof, although the roof is totally open.

Wearside stories you might have missed this week

Women falling ill after fake Botox jabs, sniffer dogs and a cafe plan made headlines this week.

Artist's impression of how the main arena will look. Large video screens adorned with team names sit above a stage. The walls are illuminated red.

'Flagship' gaming arena to open next year

The facility, in Sunderland, will host tournaments and help train the next generation of players.

The entrance to the National Glass Centre. The concrete path leads down a ramp. Meanwhile, two concrete pillars border either side. A grey sign reads: "National Glass Centre".

Glass centre repair costs ludicrous, say critics

The University of Sunderland says estimates for roof repairs range between £14m and £45m.

Noah Sadiki playing for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.

Sunderland sign Sadiki from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise

Sunderland sign DR Congo midfielder Noah Sadiki from Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.

An empty blue, white and orange Stagecoach sitting next to a bus stop. Its reflection can also be seen in the windows of another bus parked next to it, only part of which is in shot.

Hundreds of bus workers balloted on strike action

Nearly 580 workers are voting on whether to strike in Newcastle, Sunderland and South Shields.

A CGI of how Crown Works Studios could look once built. A large glass building stands overlooking the River Wear. Next to it are large warehouse-like structures. The nearest one has Studio 7 painted across one of its outer walls.

Government 'determined' to support studios plan

The backing comes days after it was announced an investor has pulled out of the Sunderland scheme.

Kaylie Bailey, a woman in her mid 30s with long dark straight hair, a white eye patch over her left eye, sitting on a couch.

Women poisoned by fake Botox get apology from beautician

As the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.

A swerving path leading up to Penshaw Monument, which resembles a Greek temple with stone pillars. There is a National Trust sign at the bottom of the hill with a map and information about the site.

Decision on monument cafe plan deferred

Councillors vote to give the developer time to answer further questions on the Penshaw Hill scheme.