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Professor Green, Rachel Riley and Joe Sugg are among several stars bringing Christmas magic to children - by delivering surprise lessons at school11:41
Why fondue pots are the perfect addition to your family dinner or parties with flatmates14:07
Christmas holiday may be extended for some schools as government announces optional inset day09:35
Currys PC World has cancelled many Black Friday orders - here’s why19:01
Cheap presents that feel expensive: from posh brands and independent retailers18:55
Listen to the new single by Sunderland trio Post Rome ahead of its release18:06
Wayne Miller warned to expect life sentence for murder of Andrew Mather18:23
Murder victim's family 'robbed of a loving dad and a grandad' as pair found guilty of his brutal killing18:14
Shocking audio of murderer's 999 call made the day after he killed Andrew Mather18:00
Serial fraudster from Sunderland back in jail for conning 88-year-old South Tyneside woman weeks after release17:51
The 12 areas of Sunderland which have seen the biggest fall in covid cases17:25
Police release chilling CCTV of attacker leaving his girlfriend's uncle for dead as he is found guilty of murder16:56
Sunderland AFC takeover news RECAP: Ex-Cats defender trains with club after offering to play for FREE16:47
Explained! Everything you need to know about the January transfer window - When does it open, when does it close, what do new restrictions mean?16:04
Coronation Street is celebrating 60 years - these are the longest running cast members15:29
Testimony podcast launches with the story of a decades-old unsolved murder16:36
Pensioners died after a salmonella outbreak linked to Blackhall butchers, inquest decides16:08
This is what the cast from Home Alone is up to now - 30 years on from the film's UK release16:01
UNICEF says the UK should ban the use of tasers and spit hoods on children15:52
Nine-year-old boy collects more than 40 bags of litter around Seaham during lockdown16:45
Taxi driver whose custom was slashed by Covid finds success as personal trainer13:26
Here are the best and worst supermarket Christmas puddings - from Asda to Waitrose14:11
Three out of five new firms failing in Sunderland00:00
KATE OSBORNE: Action is needed now to keep non-league football afloat13:49
Twitter users were stunned by Nigella Lawson’s pronunciation of ‘microwave’ - here’s why11:42
A small number of people have had allergic reactions to the Covid vaccine - this is what you need to know14:23
Three Russian teenagers face prison on terror charges related to playing video game Minecraft - here’s what happened14:00
What is the drink-driving limit in England and what are the penalties for breaking it?13:56
A rare and deadly fungus has been found in Brazil - but should you be worried?13:50
These are the symptoms of early onset dementia - and how it is linked to head injuries13:19
The latest Sunderland street where neighbours have shared a lottery win13:18
Your Covid vaccine questions answered by an expert respiratory virologist13:08
Monster Metro queues on Sunderland Airshow and Great North Run weekends set to be eased by upgrades, say chiefs13:06
Police appeal after 40 Canary birds are stolen in their cage from owner's shed17:00
Lincoln City hopeful of double injury boost ahead of Sunderland clash12:36
Mark Carruthers' non-league verdict: The FA Vase is back - but will North East clubs continue to dominate?12:36
A senior government lawyer convicted of ‘upskirting’ will be allowed to continue working12:34
Public transport facing 'perfect storm' in North East as permanent changes set to be left by pandemic12:20
Woolworths’ Pic ‘n’ Mix is back - here’s where you can buy it12:20
Quiz: Do you know what these UK road signs mean?16:45
The Sunderland youngster who has given Lee Johnson a very interesting decision to make ahead of Lincoln City12:08
The UK’s best and worst banks for service - rated by customers12:00
The real-world range of electric cars revealed: the best and worst performing EVs11:56
Rich countries have ordered too many Covid-19 vaccine doses - and poorer nations will suffer11:28
A group of ex-international rugby players is suing the sport’s governing body - here’s why06:00
Man floored cousin's partner outside Sunderland bar TTonic, leaving him with back injury06:00
Sunderland scrap dealer caught stealing from car parts manufacturer site11:22
We could still be wearing face masks in winter 2021 - according to a chief scientific advisor10:45
Master Debonair and Fire&Co team up to create unique lifestyle shopping experience10:53
Ineos ditches plans to build Grenadier 4x4 in the UK12:45
Phil Smith's verdict: Inside the night we learned plenty about Lee Johnson and the journey ahead for his Sunderland project09:28
Millionaire couples could be taxed more to pay for the coronavirus crisis09:18
A 'mystery' illness is baffling doctors in India - is it linked to Covid-19?12:00
'They were there for the taking': Harry Kewell's verdict on Sunderland - as he questions two big decisions08:03
What Lee Johnson made of Sunderland youngster Anthony Patterson after crucial late save10:00
Who is Jamie McAllister? The ex-Hearts and Bristol City man teaming-up with Sunderland as Lee Johnson's right-hand man06:00
You could win £500 of John Lewis vouchers for having the UK’s most festive home - how to enter06:00
Lee Johnson has this message for Jack Diamond after youngster sparkles in Sunderland win07:00
'I couldn't sleep, I just wanted to hold my grandchildren' - Washington grandmother reveals lockdown pain as she urges people to follow covid rules07:00
Sunderland awaits Covid vaccination plans after 'very limited' first batch issued06:00
Pictures of eight magic memories of Sunderland in 2015 - from THAT Defoe goal to Boxing Day dippers06:00
Here’s how you can get your special Christmas message to a loved one published in the Sunderland Echo for free00:00
RICHARD ORD: Vaccine hero wanted06:00
Here comes Santa Paws - 20 of your festive pet pictures as Christmas spirit comes to North East