Peterlee2 days agoPair who raped girl as teens jailed 40 years onThe offending came to light when one of their victims went to police in 2019, a court hears.2 days ago3 days agoWearside stories you might have missed this weekA car crashes into a care home following a police chase and actors are awarded honorary degrees.3 days ago7 days agoTowns affected most by planned council tax changesThe council is looking at overhauling its Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS).7 days ago8 Jul 2025Actors Gatiss and McKee honoured at university Mark Gatiss, co-creator of BBC series Sherlock, is made a Doctor of Letters, alongside Gina McKee.8 Jul 20256 Jul 2025Wearside stories you might have missed this weekWomen falling ill after fake Botox jabs, sniffer dogs and a cafe plan made headlines this week.6 Jul 20254 Jul 2025Casino burglars caused £8k damage to steal 40pRhys Smith is jailed and his accomplice Peter Robinson given a community order for the crime spree.4 Jul 20253 Jul 2025Women poisoned by fake Botox get apology from beauticianAs the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.3 Jul 202523 Jun 2025Cause of major power cut under investigationSome 55,000 customers were "plunged into darkness" on Friday, with high temperatures blamed.23 Jun 202521 Jun 2025Power cut leaves thousands without electricityNorthern Powergrid says about 55,000 customers were affected and all but 27 are reconnected.21 Jun 2025...
