Three venues have had to close their doors again due to an 'irresponsible customer' who attended despite showing symptoms of coronavirus.

Three venues in Sunderland closed after customer with Covid-19 visits

While the theatre remains closed, Northern Stage is taking the show on the road this summer with a pop up music programme for residents on the Byker estate in Newcastle. 

Byker Doorstep Music offers residents the best seat in the house

Samuel Birch is facing jail after being admitting a string of driving offences linked to the police chase in the west end of the city on March 29 this year. Birch told officers he had a “minor” in the car with him.

Driver who led police on high speed Newcastle chase claimed he had child in car

From Monday the Government has allowed all shops to reopen as long as safety measures are in place. 

Queues form as shops reopen

Car giant Nissan says its Sunderland plant remains an "important part" of its business after announcing the closure of a factory in Spain.

Nissan's Sunderland plant remains important part of business, says car giant

Kromek, which is based in Sedgefield has already won funding for the project from the Department of Defence in the United States.

County Durham firm Kromek awarded contract which could help COVID-19 fight

On Monday night hundreds of supporters joined an online debate to discuss the potential change of ownership at St James Park.

Digital ‘Toon Town Hall’ draws thousands to discussion on NUFC takeover

The Boro squad are on lockdown but they have taken the opportunity to make contact with fans who are living in isolation.


Middlesbrough players reach out to isolated fans during COVID-19 crisis

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

All flights to Teesside Airport suspended due to coronavirus outbreak

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

Fenwick announces it is to close 'until further notice' due to coronavirus

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

Durham Miner's Gala cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak

Nissan follows other carmakers in shutting down production, including
Vauxhall, Peugeot and Renault.

Nissan suspends work at Sunderland plant due to coronavirus outbreak

The government has been holding meetings with engineering firms about whether they can shift production because of a shortage of equipment.

County Durham firm EBAC to help solve ventilator shortage in coronavirus battle

Labour MP for York Central Rachael Maskell said she is self-isolating on the advice of 111 following a meeting with the health minister.

York Central MP Rachael Maskell self-isolating after meeting with Nadine Dorries

The club says they've issued the guidance ahead of their next home Premier League fixture on Saturday, where a capacity crowd is expected.

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