Tyne Tees Northumberland

For many families, a postman may be the only person that they will see every day and Jon is on a mission to lift their spirits.

Sunny spells will continue for now - but patchy rain is on the way

Up to 40 students who trained through at the University of Sunderland, will take up front line roles at hospitals across the North East.

Teesside International Airport Terminal will be temporarily closed to the public from Tuesday to slow the spread of coronavirus.

VIDEO: Sunday's forecast for the Tyne Tees region

A resident at a care home in Redcar was given a surprise by her family who were unable to visit her on Mother's Day.

VIDEO: Saturday's forecast for the North East

The firm says as a result of their decision they will close all stores from 6pm on Thursday.

John Farrow was found guilty of rape after he crawled into a woman’s bed as she slept and assaulted her.

The Durham Miners' Association (DMA) said the decision to pull its annual event was taken to relieve the burden on public services.