Labour MPs criticise Tier 3 decision for North East
Labour MPs in the north east of England have criticised the Government’s decision to put the region under the toughest Covid-19 regulations.
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North East leaders urge people to obey rules so Tier 3 restrictions can be eased
Political leaders in the North East of England urged people to stick to the coronavirus rules so the region can move on from the toughest Tier 3 restrictions as quickly as possible.
Phil Parkinson rues late equaliser as Sunderland are held at Doncaster
Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson was left to bemoan a late equaliser by Doncaster after what he termed his side’s best performance for some time.
Fejiri Okenabirhie scores injury-time equaliser for Doncaster against Sunderland
Fejiri Okenabirhie hooked in an injury-time equaliser to snatch a 1-1 draw for Doncaster against Sunderland.
Joe Lumley in line for Doncaster debut after emergency loan
Doncaster could hand a debut to on-loan goalkeeper Joe Lumley in their home game against Sunderland.
BBC announces plans to expand local radio offering
The BBC has announced plans to increase its radio output in the north of England and the Midlands over the winter months.
Russell Martin relieved to see MK Dons win on road with victory at Sunderland
Russell Martin is relieved the MK Dons’ 14-month wait for an away win is finally over after beating Sunderland 2-1 at the Stadium of Light.
Scott Fraser spot on as MK Dons inflict rare defeat on Sunderland
Scott Fraser struck the winning penalty just after half-time to secure a 2-1 win for MK Dons at Sunderland.
Hays Travel founder collapses and dies at head office
The founder of Hays Travel has died after collapsing while working at the company’s head office in Sunderland.
Sunderland not commenting on reports Stewart Donald has agreed to sell club
Sunderland are remaining tight-lipped over claims that owner Stewart Donald has agreed to sell the League One club.
Sunderland full-back Callum McFadzean doubtful for MK Dons clash
Sunderland’s Callum McFadzean is a major doubt for Saturday’s Sky Bet League One visit of MK Dons.
Richard Cooper delighted to end Mansfield caretaker spell with victory
Richard Cooper is delighted to be handing over the reins to new Mansfield boss Nigel Clough with the club’s first win of the season on the board.
Mansfield stun Sunderland to claim first win of the season in all competitions
Nigel Clough’s reign as Mansfield manager got off to the perfect start as the Sky Bet League Two side knocked Sunderland out of the FA Cup.
Quartet sidelined for Sunderland’s match with Mansfield
Sunderland manager Phil Parkinson has a number of injuries to deal with for the FA Cup tie against Mansfield.
Managers have a difference of opinion about key moments in Sunderland success
Phil Parkinson and Paul Lambert had a difference of opinion over the big refereeing decisions that ended with Sunderland beating Ipswich 2-1 in Sky Bet League One.
Late Grant Leadbitter spot-kick seals Sunderland success and sinks former club
Grant Leadbitter scored his second late penalty of the season to secure three points for Sunderland and a 2-1 win over former club Ipswich.
Jordan Willis still sidelined by knee injury for Sunderland
Jordan Willis is unlikely to feature when Sunderland face Ipswich in Sky Bet League One.
Phil Parkinson likes what he sees from Sunderland in their win at Gillingham
Phil Parkinson was proud of the way Sunderland refused to bow to the provocations of Steve Evans as they beat Gillingham 2-0 in a fiery finish at Priestfield.
Late Sunderland double means Gillingham pay for dismissal and missed penalty
Sunderland scored twice in the final six minutes to earn a tempestuous 2-0 victory over 10-man Gillingham, who themselves missed a penalty in the Sky Bet League One match at Priestfield.
Tees Valley to enter Tier 3 following talks, MP says
Part of the North East of England is heading for the toughest level of coronavirus restrictions, although the rise in new cases in the region is starting to level off.
Gillingham battling injury issues ahead of visit of Sunderland
Gillingham manager Steve Evans has a number of injury problems ahead of the visit of Sunderland in Sky Bet League One.
Tributes paid to ‘dedicated’ PCSO who died after contracting coronavirus
Tributes have been paid to a police community support officer (PCSO) who died after testing positive for coronavirus.
Police catch bar burglar asleep next to half a cheesecake
Police responding to a report of a break-in at a bar and restaurant found the burglar asleep at the scene next to a half-eaten cheesecake.
Phil Parkinson happy with Sunderland despite only drawing at Rochdale
Sunderland manager Phil Parkinson praised his side’s performance despite twice being pegged back in a 2-2 draw at Rochdale.
Matt Lund double denies Sunderland
Sunderland took the lead twice against Rochdale only to be pegged back on both occasions by Matt Lund levellers in a 2-2 draw at the Crown Oil Arena.
Jake Beesley set to miss Sunderland clash
Rochdale are unlikely to have striker Jake Beesley for the visit of Sunderland in the Sky Bet League One clash at the Crown Oil Arena.
Joe Gallen: Portsmouth are growing in confidence
Joe Gallen thinks that Portsmouth are growing in confidence after watching an impressive performance secure three points at Sunderland.
John Marquis at the double as Portsmouth win at Sunderland
Portsmouth made it four wins from five League One matches with a 3-1 win at Sunderland.
Phil Parkinson could give Callum McFadzean a debut as Sunderland face Portsmouth
Sunderland could hand a debut to new signing Callum McFadzean when they host League One rivals Portsmouth on Saturday.
What can trialist Liam Burt bring to Aberdeen?
Derek McInnes revealed after last night's 4-2 Premiership victory over Hamilton the club have offered former Celtic and Rangers midfielder Liam Burt the chance to train with Aberdeen.