Local news from Esh and the surrounding area
Former Sunderland and Hartlepool United defender Ben Clark has taken caretaker charge of National League crisis club Gateshead.
Former Sunderland captain Lee Cattermole left his role as manager of National League club Gateshead last weekend.
One person was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital after a 2am crash on the A1 Western Bypass, near Gateshead.
Lee Robson, who targeted stores 18 times in a matter of weeks, wanted to be sent to prison but had his wish denied and was given a suspended sentence
The collision occurred on Beweshill Lane in Blaydon, near Stargate Lane and Lead Road, on Wednesday evening
Campaigners on Tyneside have issued a fresh plea to highlight human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia, five years on from the Saudi Public Investment Fund's takeover of Newcastle United
A Gateshead pub landlord has been named and shamed by HMRC over deliberate tax defaults involving more than £145,000.
ECM Vehicle Delivery Service seeks to add 10 lorries and 10 trailers at Gateshead’s Team Valley Trading Estate.
Matty Young has previously made his Sunderland feelings clear amid fresh reports of interest from Liverpool
The FA Cup fourth qualifying round draw was made on Monday afternoon.
Karbon Homes appoints Robertson, Caddick and Esh to a £208m framework delivering extra care and supported housing across the North East and Yorkshire region.
The cameras have been put in to tackle anti-social behaviour in the area, ensuring that the play area can be enjoyed by families and young children
Ethan Royston is also accused of smashing his partner's windows before forcing his way into her home and stealing a knife
Gateshead have parted company with former Sunderland captain Lee Cattermole just 24 hours after Saturday’s defeat against Worthing.
Councillors have granted a corner shop a new alcohol licence despite concerns over anti-social behaviour.
James McLeod lost his dad Jimmy, who was 52, to suicide in November 2025, and is taking on the year-long task in his honour
Eva Patterson was told her 'skirt was too short' then her 'trousers were too tight' and was sent home by staff at Thorp Academy in Ryton
Gateshead man Ryan Bowering has been fined £276 and ordered to pay £50 compensation after admitting assaulting a police officer in Stanley.
Tees Valley to pilot £9.4m apprenticeship scheme helping 16-24-year-olds into work, aiming for 1,500 starts and tackling youth unemployment in the North East.
The waiting list for assessments for potential daily care in Gateshead has increased from last year and is beyond the council's own target
