Excitement is building among LEGO fans for a national festival heading to the city. Aimed at LEGO fans of all ages, ...

One of Sunderland’s most historically-significant buildings is entering a new chapter after dedicated volunteers take over ...

The new Keel Crossing bridge in Sunderland opens 22 August for the Women’s Rugby World Cup at the Stadium of Light, linking city centre ...

The owners of a listed church have been hit with Durham County council's highest ever penalty for failure to carry out repairs.

Sunderland Shift Focus After Lauriente Deal Falls ThroughSunderland’s proposed £17.5 million move for Sassuolo forward Armand ...

Former Everton winger Pat Nevin believes Jadon Sancho would be the best player David Moyes could target from those Manchester ...

Sporting director Kristjaan Speakman hailed the signing as a major endorsement of Sunderland’s ambition in the top flight.

The Cherries were disappointing in defeat against Manchester United, but will take lessons from the 4-1 loss as they continue their ...

Sunderland have completed the signing of Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen on a three-year contract. The 32-year-old midfielder arrives on Wearside having spent two years with Leverkusen and was part ...

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris spoke to The Echo after the 1-0 defeat to Sporting Lisbon at Estadio Algarve on Monday night. He reflected on an encouraging performance despite the result and gave ...

A North East police chief has said violent riots that broke out in the region last year brought out the "very worst and very ...

Hartlepool is hoping to have a legacy of unity and togetherness a year after violent rioters took to the streets.